Currently the UK of Welsh Governments have changed their Covid rules / gudelines to Zero Level which means there are nor restriction in place as far as outdoor walks.
Remember some Welsh Covid Restrictions still apply in Wales, so it is still law to wear face coverings in health care situations, so bringing a face covering makes sense.
Although it is no longer a law, you may also want touse them in places like as Public Conveniences (PCs), shops or on Public transort.
Remember to let me know that you plan to walk so that I know how many route maps I need to bring and on special occasions how many pieces of fruit cake.
Wednesday 2nd March 2022.
Gadlys, Nant-y-Flint and More.
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, Ed.
(Those not walking: Fran.Mike.Sue and Michel, Wendy. David S.)
Saturday 5th February 2022
Denbigh and The Ystrad Valley
Distance: 7- 8 miles. Climb:800.Start: Layby on A543 west of Denbigh.
Leave Chester 08-30.
This is a last minute change to the walk, to enable one of the group to be able to have a reasonable walk and still get back in time to get to a family commitment in the afternoon.
This walk explores both the north and south sides of Denbigh. Much of the sarea around the Ystrad Valley including Dr Johnson's Cottage and Gwanynog with have covered on walks before, but north of Denbigh will be new to us, but is a route devised by Ed.
Several fields are crossed, so be prepared for "mud", particularly n the south east side of the town. Gaiters recommended!
Those planning to walk: Martyn, Mike, Ed.
(Those not walking: )Wednesday 9th March 2022.
Stokyn, The Coastal Path and More.
Distance: 8.0 miles Climb: 800'.
Start: Greenfield Valley Car Park, Bagillt Road, Grrenfield. Free parking) Grid ref: SJ196774.
Leave Chester at 09-00 a.m.
This is another walk taken from Ron Williams and Elfed Jones' booklet "10 Walks Around Holywell". Much of the walk is familiar to all of us. As this walk is nominally shorter than our usual walk, it will probably give us time to explore the grounds of Basingwork Abbey, or maybe extending the walk after perusing the map at lunch time. Last time we did this walk, we ended up doing 10.3 miles. However starting at Greenfield rather than Halkyn Street in Holywell shortens the walk by about a mile.
Those planning to walk: Martyn, Mike Ed, Nigel, Wendy.
(Those not walking:Michel and Sue, David S)
Saturday 12th March 2022.
Port Penryn, Its Railways and Rivers.
Distance:7-10 miles. Climb: 600'.Start: Bangor. Car park on the right just before the main road bends left to the centre. Grid ref: SH595728.
Leave Chester 8-00a.m.
This walk is taken from a book by Dave Salter and Dave Worrall called "From Mountain Top to Valley Floor". The described walk explores the hinterland behind Penryn Castle. Last time we explored the grounds of Penryn Castle. It do not intended to do so this time, but just in case we do, bring your National Trust Membership Card with you if you are a member.
The last time we did this wak was in January 2016.
Those planning to walk: Martyn, Mike, Ed.
(Those not walking: )
(Those not walking: )
Wednesday 16th March 2022.
Chirk Walk 1
Chirk, Craignant, (Selattyn Hill),Selattyn, Quinta and Chirk Bank.
Distance: 9 miles ( 10 miles if Selattyn Hill is included).
Climb:1700’(1900' if Selattyn Hill is included)
Start: Chirk Free parking) Grid ref: SJ29123782
Leave Chester at 09-00 a.m.
This walk is one devised by a friend of DS and explores the area to the south west of Chirk. It follows sections of the Ceiriog trail, the Maelor Way and Offa's Dyke.
It has the added interest of including a replica of Stonhenge that can be visited if we choose. There is also a small tunnel to go through for those that like to make use oftheir head torches.
At Craignant we can extend the walk sightly by taking the alternative path over Selattyn Hill with its trig point and tower.
Those planning to walk: Martyn, David S., Ed, Fran, Nigel.
(Those not walking: Mike, Wendy)
Saturday 19th March 2022.
Another Walk On Conwy Mountain.
Postponed.
Distance: 9-10 miles. Climb:1800' at a guess!Start: Long stay car park on the B5106 at Conwy. (Pay and Display.£4-50 for more than 4 hours). 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. The last time this walk was on the list was in April 2017.
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. The last time this walk was on the list was in April 2017.
Those planning to walk: Martyn, .
(Those not walking:Mike)The Three Lakes Walk on Denbigh Moors.
Postponed.
Distance:11.6 miles; Climb:1523'.Start: Park on grass verge just before crossing over the dam (Eastern side of the Llyn Aled). Grid ref:SH916579.
Leave Chester at 08-00 a.m.
This walk is taken from Dave Berry's books "Walks in the Hidden Heart of North Wales" and Walks Around Hiraethog Moors and Lakes" whichever you prefer. Same walks, just different covers, and one walk has been extended a little in the former book. Llyn Aled, Llyn Alwen and the Alwen Reservoir are the three "lakes" visited. In the past sections have been quite boggy to say the least, but hopefully it won't be too bad at this time of the year. This walk is not everyone's cup of tea, but over the years, it has become one of my favourite walks on the Denbigh Moors.
Those planning to walk: Ed.
(Those not walking:Mike, Martyn(self isolating until at least 25th March).)Wednesday 23rd March 2022.
Ysceifio-Lixwm-Nannerch.
Distance: 8 miles. Climb: 1050'.Start: Ysceifiog, park adjacent to the children's play area. Grid ref: SJ152715.
Leave Chester 9-00 a.m.
This walk combines two walks from Dave Berry's book "Walks Around Holywell and Halkyn Mountains". This walk explores the area around Ysceifiog using field paths, woodland paths and bridleways. The walk also explores the countryside between the Wheeler Valley and Lixwm. A few changes have been made to reduce the walk to about 8 miles and the climb to about 1000'.
Those planning to walk: Fran, Ed, Mike, Nigel.
(Those not walking: Martyn (self isolating until at least 25th March), David S., Wendy ).
(Those not walking: Martyn (self isolating until at least 25th March), David S., Wendy ).
Saturday 26th March 2022.
Around Bosley Cloud.
Cancelled.
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: .
(Those not walking: Martyn(self isolating until at least 25th March).
(Those not walking: Martyn(self isolating until at least 25th March).
Replacement Saturday Walk. Crimpiau and more from Crafnant car park.
Walking Mike and Ed (Not walking Nigel)
Wednesday 30th March 2022.
Chirk Walk 2.
Chirk, Chirk Bank, Bramble Wood, Ddol and the Llangollen Canal
Distance: 8-9 miles. Climb: 800'.
Start: Chirk Free parking) Grid ref: SJ29123782
Leave Chester at 09-00 a.m.
This walk is one devised by a friend of DS and explores the area mainly to the west of Chirk. Most of this walk is new to most of us, particularly the section that follows the Maelor Way through Bramble Wood and the area betwen Ddol and the Llangollen Canal. Exploring new areas always gives added interest to a walk.
Those planning to walk: Fran .
(Those not walking:Martyn (LFT still positive), Ed, David S, Wendy, Nigel)
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