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Saturday 2nd October 2021.
Another Walk On Conwy Mountain.
I will decide on Friday morning, but will probably switch to a more local walk if the petrol situation hasn't improved.
Distance: 9-10 miles. Climb:1800' at a guess!Start: Long stay car park on the B5106 at Conwy. Pay and Display. Grid ref:SH781773.
Leave Chester 08-30 a.m.
This walk is taken from Carl Rogers's book "Walking in the Conwy Valley". Much of the routes as far as Conwy is the same as we have done on the last two occasions,. It goes through the harbour, follows riverside before passing the school and then climbing to Conwy Mountain along he North Wales path. The return route goes South towards Henryd. It is similar to a route we used many years ago, but appears to miss out much of the road walking. we shall see!
Those planning to walk: Martyn
Wednesday 6th October 2021.
The Whitegate Way and Vale Royal Locks
Distance: 8 miles. Climb: 480'.
Start: Park at Whitegate Station SJ615680, Clay Lane, Marton CW7 2QE
Off A54
Leave Chester 09-00.
Whitegate is about 15 miles away and takes about half an hour to get there.
From the car park it’s about a mile east along the old railway track before heading off left for a clockwise loop. Two thirds of the route is along the Weaver Navigation and the old railway line so should be level and well surfaced. Some fields paths involved, so expect a few stiles and possibly mud after the recent downpours.
Those planning to walk: Martyn, Roger, Mike, David S, Nigel, Fran, Wendy
Saturday 9th October 2021.
Traeth Lafan and Its Foothills
Distance:7-8 miles. Climb:1000'.
Start: Aber Ogwen Coastal Car Park. Grid ref:SH616724.
Alternative start: Abergwyngeryn Free Car Park Grid ref: SH 6562 7282. PC (opens about 09-30) nearby and a cafe at the outdoor centre that allows walkers to use the toilets (opens earlier than PC.)
Alternative start: Abergwyngeryn Free Car Park Grid ref: SH 6562 7282. PC (opens about 09-30) nearby and a cafe at the outdoor centre that allows walkers to use the toilets (opens earlier than PC.)
Lave Chester at 08-30.
This walk uses taken from Dave Berry's book "Walks On the North Wales Coast". The Traeth Lafan and it Foothills walk is an annual favourite and has in the past given us some wonderful experiences, especially in Winter trampling through soft fluffy knee deep snow that didn't stick or wet our legs. Unfortunately at this time of the year we shouldn't get any snow, but with a bit of luck the fields as we approach the farm near the Spinnies shouldn't be waterlogged either. It should be worthwhile bringing binoculars with you as we may visit the Spinnies Nature Reserve on the way back to our car.
We could decide to extend the walk slightly to avoid the muddy section along the farm track.
This walk is described as walk of contrasting coastal and upland scenery with good views from the higher points on the North Wales path.r
Those planning to walk: Martyn, Mike, Roger
Wednesday 13th October 2021.
Llansannan and Mynydd Tryfan.
Distance: 8-10 miles; Climb:1500'. Last time it was 8.8 miles and 1000'.
Start:Car park behind PC opposite the Post Office in Llansannan. Grid ref:SH933658.
Leave Chester 9-00 a.m.
This walk is mainly a walk taken from Lorna Jenner's book "Walking in the Vale of Clwyd". This is a varied walk along the Afon Aled and its tributaries, through rolling pastures edge with thick hedges and pockets of woodland, with a backdrop of mountains. However we will include an extension to include Mynydd Tryfan. The last time we did this walk we had a little difficulty. finding some of the paths - must do better this time!
Those planning to walk: Martyn, Roger, Sue and Michel, Mike, David S, Nigel, Fran, Wendy.
Saturday 16th October 2021.
Around Bosley Cloud.
Postponed - I am going for my flu jab at 10-21.
After my jab, I will probably walk from Chester to Shotton along the Green Way and catch a bus back.
Let me know if you want to join me on this gentle stroll.
Distance: 9-10 miles. Climb:1020'.
Start: Lay-by on the A523, South of its junction with the A54. Grid ref: SJ917657.
Leave Chester at 08-30.
This walk is taken from Jen Darling's book "Best Pub Walks in Cheshire", although we won't take her advice on the local hostelries! The walk takes us to the top of Bosley Cloud with its panoramic views over the Cheshire plain.. After visiting the trig point on Bosley Cloud, the walk heads West to meet up with the Macclesfield Canal, which we follow for an easy four mile stretch.
Those planning to walk: Martyn
Wednesday 20th October 2021.
Moore Nature Reserve and Appleton Reservoir.
Distance: 10 miles; Climb:400'Start:car park at Moore Nature Reserve, Lapwing Lane, Moore. Grid ref:SJ577855.
It is quite some time since we did this walk, so I thought it was about time to do it again. On one occasion wee were lucky enough to see several Brown hares, let's hope we will again this time.
After exploring the Moore Nature Reserve we will head South and explore to make explore the Appleton reservoir and Hillcliffe areas before returning along the canal to Moore. The overall walk will be about 10 miles.
After exploring the Moore Nature Reserve we will head South and explore to make explore the Appleton reservoir and Hillcliffe areas before returning along the canal to Moore. The overall walk will be about 10 miles.
Those planning to walk: Martyn, David S, Mike, Roger,Fran
Saturday 23rd October 2021.
Around Anglezarke Reservoir and More.
Postponed until 6th November 2021.
Distance: 8-11 miles. Climb: 800!
Start:Car park and picnic site, Rivington Park Lower Barn. Grid ref: SD628138.
Leave Chester 8-30 a.m.
This walk is based on a walk from Terry Marsh's book "Fifty Classic Walks in Lancashire". His part of the walk is described as being on generally good paths and tracks, but can be muddy! The extensions will result in the whole walk going past 5 reservoirs. It will probably be worthwhile bringing binoculars with you.
The route includes White Coppice and Healey Nab..
The route includes White Coppice and Healey Nab..
Hopefully our friends from Bolton will be able to join us as well.
Those planning to walk: Martyn
New Walk for 3rd October 2021.
The Edge to Nether Alderley and the Edge and Hough.
Postponed.
If there is any interest, it will be replaced by a walk on the North Wales Coast.
Distance: 9-10 miles; Climb: Not a lot (less than 1000' at a guess).
Start: National Trust car Park close to the Wizard Restaurant, Alderley Edge. This is a Pay and Display car park - Free to National Trust Members. Grid ref: SJ860773.
Leave Chester at 8-30 a.m. and meet at the car park.
This walk combines two walks from Graham Beech's book " East Cheshire Walks". He describes it as being moderate. The walk will again probably give us views of the communications tower on Croker Hill/Sutton Common. We may also get the opportunity to visit Nether Alderley Mill (National Trust- so bring your N.T cards with you if you are members.)
Wednesday 27th October 2021.
Gadlys, Nant-y-Flint and More.
Postponed - billy no mates again!
I will just have to go birdwatching instead.
Distance: 7 - 9 miles; Climb:1100'.Start: Public car park adjacent to the Stag Inn at Bagillt. Grid ref:SJ219753.
Leave Chester 9-00 a.m.
This walks is taken from Dave Berry's book "Walks Around Holywell and Halkyn Mountain" and is nominally 7 miles. The walk explores the attractive undulating rural hinterland between Bagillt and Flint.
When we did this walk in 2010 it was over 10 miles, but since then our desire for walks over 10 miles has waned a little, so I have of reduced the walk by missing out most of the east of Holywell walk that we did then. This means that walk will be between 7 and 9 miles, depending on whether we decide to extend the walk a little from the described walk. there are two possible short extension, one to the West and one to the East. We can decide on the day if we want to do both, one or none of them!
Some of the field paths have been known to be somewhat muddy on past visits and we have had to wade through longish grass - gaiters recommended!
Some of the field paths have been known to be somewhat muddy on past visits and we have had to wade through longish grass - gaiters recommended!
Those planning to walk: Martyn
Roadside parking
Leave Chester at 08-30. Roadside parking next to Paddling Pool and PC on Coast Road at Craig y Don, East side of Llandudno. Grid ref: SH799821.
It may be a little early, but there is a chance that we will be able to see seals i Porth Dyniewaid.
After the Little Orme we head along the coast. High tide is at about 13-45, so we will probably be able to walk alog the beach towards Rhos-on-Sea. After climbing out of Rhos-on-Sea to Bryn Euryn. On a clear day we should get good views from the top of Bryn Euryn to compliment those we get from the Little Orme. The return route to the start is largely along quiet lanes.
Saturday 30th October 2021.
The Little Orme and Bryn Euryn.
Distance: 8 miles Climb: 800'.Roadside parking
Leave Chester at 08-30. Roadside parking next to Paddling Pool and PC on Coast Road at Craig y Don, East side of Llandudno. Grid ref: SH799821.
It may be a little early, but there is a chance that we will be able to see seals i Porth Dyniewaid.
After the Little Orme we head along the coast. High tide is at about 13-45, so we will probably be able to walk alog the beach towards Rhos-on-Sea. After climbing out of Rhos-on-Sea to Bryn Euryn. On a clear day we should get good views from the top of Bryn Euryn to compliment those we get from the Little Orme. The return route to the start is largely along quiet lanes.
Those planning to walk: Martyn, Mike.
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