2018/19 Programme of Walks:-
Disclaimer:-
The descriptions of the walks are for guidance only. Distances and indications to height are only estimates and are believed to be correct at the time of publication. The grading of walks is also subjective. The leader reserves the right to amend walks in the light of further information. If in any doubt as to the suitability of the walk, please contact the leader a few days beforehand.
Participants should remember that there is an element of risk on any walk, and every care should be taken at all times. Participation in walks is at your own risk.
Notes
For further information on any of the walks, including starting places and car sharing arrangements, please contact the leader of that walk or the club secretary, preferably a few days in advance.
Dogs are, with the exception of registered assistance dogs, in general not permitted on club walks. However, the Club does have walks with dogs and their owners in mind. Please see the programme for details.
Meeting Point
This is either the meeting point for Car Sharing (usually Holywell Community Hospital) or the start point of the walk. Some walks have an additional meeting point for Car Sharing.
It is essential that you contact the leader before the day of the walk if you intend being at either the secondary meeting point or the start of the walk. If insufficient members do not turn up at the main Car Sharing Point then the leader has the right to cancel the walk. If in doubt contact the leader!
Sat 7th April. Abergwyngregyn – Rachub Walk Start: 10.00
We park in the free car park (not the bus stop ) near the Falls Hotel, then make our way via the North Wales Path past Aber Falls . Leaving the N.W.P. we go via Cras along the east side of Moel Wnion .We should be rewarded with excellent views to Anglesey, Menai straits and Snowdonia’s various peaks. Then it’s over the minor peaks of Gyrn , Llefn and Moel Faban and down into Rachub. From there we catch a bus to Llandygai where we change for the bus back to Aber . It’s then refreshments & delicious cakes in the Falls Hotel . ( Lawrence will be at Northop )
Grade Strenuous Grid Ref: SH 656 728
Length 9 miles Ascent: 2,500ft
Leader Lawrence Meet: Northop/Holywell/J 29
Telephone 01352 762162 Meet time: 8.30(N)/8.30(H)/08 45(J 29)
07950 586262
Sun/Tues 15th /17th April. Trip to Pendle
Sun 22nd April. On the Pilgrims Trail Walk Start 10.30
Start: Go to the crossroads in Melin-y-Wig, park by the notice board if not possible go up road opposite to park on the bend by a footpath sign. This delightful 6.25 mile walk explores a little known area at the southern end of the Vale of Clwyd. It visits two remote hamlets set in a deep valley on an ancient pilgrims track. The undulating route follows riverside and field paths, tracks, bridleways and quiet lanes through attractive wooded valleys and includes a visit to a medieval country church.
Grade Easy/Moderate Grid Ref:
Length 6.25 miles Ascent: Not Known.
Leader(s) Sandra & Phil Meet Point: Holywell/Northop
Telephone: 01352 741750 Meet Time: :0915 (H)09 .30(N)
07952 215668
Sun 29th April Black Hound and Slippery Witch Walk Start: 10.00
We leave the car park at Gwern Gof Isaf and head up the steep road to Ffynnon Llugwy. Then it’s a pleasant scramble, first to Bwlch Eryl Farchog and then the first summit of the day. Pen yr Helig Du (2733 ft.). Pen Llithrig y Wrach (2592 ft.) is our second peak which we reach by traversing over Bwlch y Tri Marchog. We then pick a route down to a mountainside leete which pleasantly reconnects us with our initial ascent route - great views of Tryfan if the day is fair.
Grade: Strenuous Grid Ref: SH 685 603
Length: 7 miles Ascent: 2,650 ft.
Leader: John Meeting Point; Northop/Holywell/Jct29
Telephone: 01352 757366 Meet Time 0845(N)08 45 (H) 9.00 (Jct 29) 07954 272561
Wed 2nd May. Flint Mountain Walk Start: 10.00
Starting from the Coach and Horses public house we follow bridleways and fields down to Oakenholt to witness the changing landscape of Flint. We then return to Flint Mountain via another route to bring us back to our start in time for lunch. Fairly easy walking but can be muddy in places. Steady ascent back to Flint Mountain.
Grade Easy Grid Ref: SJ 237 704
Length 5.5 miles Ascent: 120ft
Leader Maureen Meet Point: Coach & Horses.
Telephone 01352 761018 Meet Time: 9.45
Sat 5th May. Up and Down the Clwyds Walk Start: 9.45
Starting from the Plymog Lay by South of Llanferres we take a bridleway towards the Clwyds. We then follow the Offa’s Dyke Path for a short distance and then go over Foel Fenlli. After crossing to Moel Famau the return is via tracks and bridleways to the start. There are very few stiles on this walk so it is suitable for dogs on a short lead.
Grade Mod/ Mountain Grid Ref: SJ 187 598
Length 8 miles/14kms Ascent: 1.900 ft
Leader Ron Meet Point: Plymog lay-by
Telephone 01352 715723 Meet Time: Holywell 09 00 Northop 09 15
07967 513268
Tues 8th May. Hawarden Circular Walk Start: 18.50
This is a circular walk starting from Tinkersdale car park, Hawarden. We go across the golf course with pleasant views across the estuary and to Moel Famau. We end the walk through Hawarden castle grounds and back into the village were refreshments can be purchased either in Glynne Arms or the Fox and Grape.
Grade: Easy Grid Ref:
Length: 4 miles Ascent: Minimal
Leader: Flo Meet Point: Tinkersdale C Park
Telephone: 01244 534445 Meet Time: 18.45
Sun 13th May. Abergele Blue Bell Walk Walk Start: 10.00
Starting from the main entrance to Gwrych Castle this walk takes us through the grounds and to Cefn yr Ogof. After exploring the summit ridge we cross over to Rhyd y Foel. This is an ancient Hill Fort. From here we cross the Afon Dulas towards Llysfaen. Our route then takes us over Craig y Forwyn and down to Llanddulas. From here we catch the bus back to the start.
Grade: Mod/Mountain. Grid Ref: SH 939 775
Length 9 miles Ascent: 1,700ft.
Leader Ron Meet Point: Northop; Holywell
Telephone 01352 715723 Meet Time(s): 9.00(N)/9.15(H)
07967 513268
Sat 19th May. Glyder Fawr via Seniors Ridge. Walk Start 10.00
Starting from the car park at Ogwen Cottage, we follow the path round the east side of Llyn Idwal and then walk up a rocky path that takes us over Seniors Ridge to the summit plateau of Glyder Fawr. We then drop down to Llyn y Cwm, up to Y Garn and across to Foel Goch. From here we take a path that descends into Cwm Cywion and back to the start. Dogs welcome.
Grade Strenuous Grid Ref: SH 649 604
Length 7.3miles/11.7kms Ascent: 3,346ft/1,020ms.
Leader Margaret Meet Point: J 29
Telephone: 01352 720477 Meet Time: 9.00
07972 040127
Sat 26th May. Conwy to Rowen Walk Start 12.00
We meet and park in the free parking area on the right as you enter the village of Rowen in time to catch the number 19 bus at 11.39 from Rowen to Conwy . The walk takes us over Conwy mountain using the North Wales Path as far as Penysychnant . We then follow moorland tracks via Craigyfedwen to the old church of St .Celynin . Then it’s the Pilgrims’s Way down to Rowen, where refreshments should be available in the Ty Gwyn hotel and /or tea rooms. ( Lawrence will be starting from Northop ). Dogs welcome if they’re OK on the bus.
Grade Moderate Grid Ref: SH 760 719
Length 8 miles Ascent: 1,850ft.
Leader Lawrence Meet Point: Northop, Holywell, J29
Telephone 01352 762162 Meet Time: 10.0(N), 10.15(H),10.30(29
07950 586262
Sun 3rd June. A ramble around Delemere Walk Start 10.00
Starting from the car park in the forest known as Barns Bridge Gates on Delemere Lane this is an easy walk with just one short climb to the viewing point at Pale Heights. New routes, through the forest guaranteed, some muddy bits a possibility, Iron Age hill forts to admire and a visit to the Goshawk pub for refreshments afterwards. This is a dog friendly walk and dogs are welcome.
Grade Easy Grid Ref: SJ 543 724
Length 9 miles Ascent: 700ft
Leader(s) June & George Meet Point; Holywell 09 00 Northop
Telephone 01352 840809 Meet Time: 9.15
07478 223246
Wed 6th June. Erdigg Hall Walk Walk Start: 10.00
A lovely walk through woodlands and meadows. If you are a National Trust Member you could also visit the house.
Grade: Easy Grid Ref: SJ 328 482
Length: 4.5 miles Ascent: Minimal
Leader(s): Jane & Gill Meet Point: Holywell/Northop
Telephone: 01352 713972 Meet Time: 9 00/9.15
Sat 9th June. Llandegla Forest & World’s End. Walk Start: 9.45
This walk starts in the public car park in the village of Llandegla. We immediately pick up the Offa’s Dyke Path heading South East. Through Llandegla Forest we cross open moorland to walk down the single track road to World’s End. From here we follow the path along the escarpment as far south as Plas Eglwyseg before turning north again on the Clwydian Way. The return leg is via open moorland and fields. Weather permitting some good views on offer. The ascents are long and gradual and at 13 miles this a good hike on a long summer’s day. Dogs are welcome.
Grade: Strenuous Grid Ref: SJ 197 525
Length 13 miles Ascent: 2,400ft
Leader George Meet Points: Holywell & Northop
Telephone 07478 22 32 46 Meet Time: 8.45 (H)/9.00 (N)
Sun 17th June. Breidden Hills Walk Start 10.00
The Breidden Hills are not very high but rise steeply from the Severn Valley so a tough day is guaranteed. We start our up and down day at Criggion and make our undulating way to Middletown Hill, our first summit of the day. Then it is along the ridge to Moel y Golfa at 1,322 feet our highest point. We head homewards via the impressive Rodneys Pillar atop our third summit of the day before descending back to Criggion in search of tea and cakes.
Grade: Strenuous Grid Ref: SJ 294 149
Length: 7 miles Ascent: 2,500 ft
Leader: John Meet Point: Holywell/Northop
Telephone: 01352 757366 Meet Time: 8.30(H)/8.45(N)
07954 272561
Tues 19th June. Mynydd Hirathug at Sunset Walk Start: 19.30
From the Car Park in Thomas Street Dyserth the route takes us first to Tre Castell then to Marian Mills. From here we briefly follow the Offa’s Dyke Path towards Mynydd Hirathug. From the summit wide views and a glorious sunset can be expected. The walk finishes by taking a path through the woodland back to the start.
Grade: Easy Grid Ref: SJ 060 790
Length: 5 miles Ascent: 400ft
Leader Ron Meet Point: Thomas St. c park, Dyserth
Telephone: 01352 715723 Meet Time: 19.20
07967 513268
Sat 23rd June. Tegid Way Walk Start 10.15
We meet at the free pavilion car park off the A5 London Road, Corwen ( turn in between old chapel –now Corwen Museum-& Canolfan Ni opposite Corwen Manor Candles Craft shop & Café) in time to catch the 0955 T3 Traws Cymru bus service to Llandrillo . After a steep start, the Tegid Way then follows a broad track through open moorland below the Berwyns with fine views across the Dee valley to the distant hills. The gentle descent again offers good views as we make our way to Cynwyd . From there, it’s an easy 2 mile flat walk through fields beside the River Dee and along the disused rail track back to Corwen. Refreshments of various descriptions should be available if required in Corwen .
Grade Mod/Mountain Grid Ref: SJ 081 434
Length 10 miles Ascent: 1,600ft
Leader(s) Lawrence Meet Point: Holywell/Northop
Telephone 01352 762162 Meet Time 08 45 (H) 09 00 (N)
07950 586262
Sun 1st July. Carneddau from Bethesda Walk Start 10.00
We start from Pont Abercaseg in Bethesda. Turn off the A5 onto Braichmelyn then left just after the bridge into Abercaseg and park on the road or in the car park a bit further down. We start by walking up to Gyrn Wigiau and Yr Aryg, then across to Carnedd Gwenllian, Foel Grach, Carnedd Llewelyn and over to Carnedd Dafydd. From here we walk down Mynydd Du back to the start. Dogs welcome.
Grade Strenuous Grid Ref: SH 630 663
Length 11.2miles/18kms Ascent: 3,640ft/1,110ms.
Leader Margaret Meet Point: J 29
Telephone 01352 720477 Meet Time: 9.00
07972 040127
Wed 4th July. Lleweni (Pub Lunch) Walk Start 10.00
From the car park at Brookhouse Mill, Denbigh we follow a footpath alongside a stream to the River Clwyd. We walk along the river bank to Lleweni. This is a Listed Building with an interesting history. We then follow one of the access roads back to the start.
Grade Easy Grid Ref: SJ 071 657
Length 6 miles Ascent; 80ft
Leader Ron Meet Point: Brynford crossroads
Telephone 01352 715723 Meet Time: 9.15
07967 513268
Sat 7th July. Christleton Take 2 Walk Start 10.00
This is the second attempt to do this walk after the snow forced the postponement last December. Starting from the small car park past the church and the pond we head out across fields towards the Roman bridges over the river Gowy. We then cross fields and eventually join the canal back to Christleton. Level walking on by-roads, fields and a towpath.
Grade Moderate Grid Ref: SJ 441 657
Length 8 miles Ascent: None
Leader Maureen Meet Point: Holywell; Northop/
Telephone 01352 761018 Meet Time: 9.00(H); 915(N)
Tues 10th July. A circular walk around Lixym Walk Start: 19.30
This is a circular walk around the village of Lixym. The walk starts and ends at The Crown public house on the main road through the village. The route will take us through the fields and lanes surrounding the village. It should be a very pleasant stroll on a summer evening.
Grade: Easy Grid Ref: SJ 171 715
Length: 5 miles Ascent: Negligible.
Leader(s) Liz & Don Meet Point: Crown P. H. Lixym
Telephone: 01352 780973 Meet Time: 19.20
Sat 14th July. Moel Famau from Loggerheads Walk Start 9.50
We start along the Leete, then cut across up fields and then lane, before a linking path to the shoulder of Moel Famau. Up to the summit, and descent back to Loggerheads, refreshments in Café Florence or the Pub. It is a fair climb, but steady and not too steep. Great views throughout. Start point outside Café Florence. Dogs particularly welcome!
Grade Moderate Grid Ref: Not given
Length 8 miles Ascent: 1,800 ft
Leader Peter Meet Point: Holywell/Northop
Telephone 01352 716886 Meet Time: 09.15(H)/9.30(N)
Sun 22nd July. Cilcain circular Walk Start: 10.00
The walk starts from the small car park at Hesp Alyn. A pleasant walk with some good view points. We start along the leete, skirt the top of Loggerheads Country Park, then head towards Mold. The return route skirts Gwernaffield and Pantymwyn.
Grade Moderate Grid Ref: SJ 187 652
Length 7 miles Ascent: 1,164ft
Leader Janet Meet: Pantymwyn Rd, Cilcain
Telephone 01745 690453 Meet time: 9.50
Sat 28th July Llanfairfechan to Tal-y-Bont Walk Start: 10.00
Parking is opposite Aberconwy School on Morfa Road, off the A547. We catch the first available bus to Llanfairfechan ( buses every 15 minutes). We then make our way through the village and take the valley road to moorland and open access land leading to Bwlch y Ddeufaen . It’s then up to Drum via Carnedd y Ddelw . From Drum we descend Foel Lwyd to traverse Pen y Castell and Penygadair to a small parking area. From there it is down lanes to Tal-y-Bont where we catch a bus back to Conwy. ( Lawrence will be starting from Northop )
Grade Strenuous Grid Ref: SH 7725 7826
Length 10.6 miles Ascent: 2,670ft.
Leader Lawrence Meet: Northop, Holywell, J29
Telephone 01352 762162 Meet Time: 8.40(N), 8.45(H), 9.0(J29)
07950 586262
Wed 1st Aug. Gwespyr and the coastal path. Walk Start 10.00
From the CP we walk towards the village of Gronant. We then cross over parkland to Gwespyr, From here we take a footpath used by colliers to get to Point of Ayr Colliery. After viewing the various sculptures we continue along the Coast Path to the Lighthouse. The return is through the dunes back to through Tyn y Morfa to the start.
Grade Easy Grid Ref: SJ 092 832
Length 5.5 miles Ascent: 400ft..
Leader Ron Meet Point: Gronant Car Park
Telephone: 01352 715723 Meet Time: 09.50
07967 513268
Sun 5th Aug. Ponderosa Llantysilio circuit Walk Start: 10.00
Starting from the parking area opposite the Ponderosa we head west past the Moel y Faen quarry then contour around Moel Y Gamelin and head up to the cain. Walking past another quarry, Berwyn quarry, we then make our way south to Llandynan then take a northerly route past Oernant and the Horseshoe Pass back to the start. Dogs are welcome.
Grade: Mod/Mountain Grid Ref: SJ 192 482
Length: 7 miles/11kms Ascent: 1,935 ft/590 m.
Leader: Toni Meeting Point; Holywell/Northop
Telephone: 07767 323649 Meet Time: 9.00(H)/9.15(N)
Sun 12th Aug. Bera Mawr – Bera Bach Walk Start: 10.00
We start at Aber for this excursion into the northern Carneddau, scrambling up past the Aber Falls and then crossing the Afon Goch where we can to attain the rocky summit of Bera Mawr (2605 ft.) We then make the short traverse to the equally rocky – and ironically higher – top of Bera Bach (2648 ft). We descend over the rounded shoulder of Drosgl (2487 ft.) with fine views of Ynys Mon and the Creuddyn Peninsula, eventually reaching the foot of Aber Falls and a gentle return to the cars.
Grade: Strenuous Grid Ref: SH 662 720
Length: 7.5 miles Ascent: 2,750 ft
Leader: John Meet Point: Northop/J 29
Telephone: 01352 757366 Meet Time: 9.00(N)/9.15(J 29)
07954 272561
Sat 18th Aug. Llantysilio Mountain & the Dee Valley Way Walk Start: 10.00
We start on the Clwydian way and cross Llantysilio Mountain at Bwlch Groes before dropping down into the Dee Valley again. We return to Carrog along the Dee Valley way. Note - there is one section of rough ground where the path is indistinct. Also, there is limited parking at the meet/start point so please car share as much as possible.
Grade: Mod/ Mountain Grid Ref: SJ 111 435
Length: 6.5 miles Ascent: 1,656 ft
Leader: Janet Meeting Point: Carrog School
Telephone: 01745 890453 Meet Time: 9.50
Sun 5th Aug. Ponderosa Llantysilio circuit Walk Start: 10.00
Starting from the parking area opposite the Ponderosa we head west past the Moel y Faen quarry then contour around Moel Y Gamelin and head up to the cain. Walking past another quarry, Berwyn quarry, we then make our way south to Llandynan then take a northerly route past Oernant and the Horseshoe Pass back to the start. Dogs are welcome.
Grade: Mod/Mountain Grid Ref: SJ 192 482
Length: 7 miles/11kms Ascent: 1,935 ft/590 m.
Leader: Toni Meeting Point; Holywell/Northop
Telephone: 07767 323649 Meet Time: 9.00(H)/9.15(N)
Sun 12th Aug. Bera Mawr – Bera Bach Walk Start: 10.00
We start at Aber for this excursion into the northern Carneddau, scrambling up past the Aber Falls and then crossing the Afon Goch where we can to attain the rocky summit of Bera Mawr (2605 ft.) We then make the short traverse to the equally rocky – and ironically higher – top of Bera Bach (2648 ft). We descend over the rounded shoulder of Drosgl (2487 ft.) with fine views of Ynys Mon and the Creuddyn Peninsula, eventually reaching the foot of Aber Falls and a gentle return to the cars.
Grade: Strenuous Grid Ref: SH 662 720
Length: 7.5 miles Ascent: 2,750 ft
Leader: John Meet Point: Northop/J 29
Telephone: 01352 757366 Meet Time: 9.00(N)/9.15(J 29)
07954 272561
Sat 18th Aug. Llantysilio Mountain & the Dee Valley Way Walk Start: 10.00
We start on the Clwydian way and cross Llantysilio Mountain at Bwlch Groes before dropping down into the Dee Valley again. We return to Carrog along the Dee Valley way.
Note - there is one section of rough ground where the path is indistinct. Also, there is limited parking at the meet/start point so please car share as much as possible.
Grade: Mod/ Mountain Grid Ref: SJ 111 435
Length: 6.5 miles Ascent: 1,656 ft
Leader: Janet Meeting Point: Holywell/Northop
Telephone: 01745 890453 Meet Time 09 00 (H) 09 15 (N)