Shown below are a selection of activities for those who prefer the outdoor life. A wide range of activities are available catering for the relaxing holiday maker to the more energetic. For further information regarding these activities please visit or contact the Tourist Information Centre.

Llandegfedd Reservoir, situated near Pontypool, provides the opportunity for fishing, windsurfing, sailing and birdwatching. The 430 acres of water is set in breathtaking countryside providing the walker with outstanding views. Special days such as "A Taste of Trout" and "Fly Fishing for Beginners" are held throughout the year - be sure to telephone and book your rod in advance.

Discover for yourself the places immortalised in Alexander Cordell's novels through a series of free leaflets that are now available. These can be posted to you in order that you may plan your visit. Better still, why not start your tour at the Tourist Information Centre, situated at the ironworks in North Street, mentioned so often in the novels.

The former London and North Western Railway Line now forms part of the National Cycling Network. The route runs along the side of the Coity Mountain providing memorable views of the Avon Valley. A number of attractions may be visited on the journey such as Pontypool Inheritance Museum and the National Mining Museum of Wales at Blaenavon.

Known locally as the "Keeper's Pond" this reservoir was built to serve the forge at nearby Garnddyrus. It is now a favourite venue for water sports and picnicking. Situated just outside Blaenafon, on the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park, the area provides panoramic views of the Usk Valley. Closeby is the grave and memorial to the famous show jumping horse "Foxhunter" who achieved a gold medal at the Helsinki Olympics in 1952.

The area has many opportunities for the ardent walker, whether it be a gentle stroll or exhilarating hill walking. The Brecon Beacons National Park borders the Northern part of Torfaen and panoramic views of the Usk Valley can be seen from the summit of the Blorenge Mountain. Likewise, in the Southern part of Torfaen a gentle walk skirting the Llandegfedd Reservoir is very popular. Leaflets giving details of guided walks throughout Torfaen may be obtained from the Tourist Information Centre.

Some of the best flying in the UK is provided by the hills of South East Wales. The South East Wales Hang Gliding & Paragliding Club controls flying at eighteen sites. Many of these sites are classed as "open sites" and may be flown by visitors who are suitably qualified. Others are "member only" sites and can only be flown by club members or members of the Welsh Free Flight Federation. Visitors should contact the above club before planning their visit.

South Wales is an excellent area for the caving enthusiast with the main area being the Brecon Beacons. Like hang gliding, caving is a specialised sport and the visitor is therefore strongly advised to contact a club before travelling in pursuit of their pastime. Advice, access to caves and membership details may be obtained from Cwmbran Caving Club, Brynmawr Caving Club or the South Wales Caving Club. Contact details may be obtained from the Tourist Information Centre.

Please ensure that you are adequately equipped and have the appropriate expertise before following the above pastimes. You are advised to contact an applicable organisation in advance of your visit. We are sure that if you follow these guidelines you will have a memorable visit to the Borough of Torfaen.