A Shorter Walk each month.
Some of group's regular walkers have suggested that it would be a good idea to include one walk each month that is shorter (5 - 6 miles) that might tempt anyone put off by a 10 mile walk, to joins us.
These walks will be on the last Wednesday each month.
I am happy to receive suggestions for suitable short walks, particularly if they free from stiles.
All Covid Restrictions in Wales have been lifted, so it is no longer the law to wear face coverings in any situation, although you may feel more comfortable in some situations to do so. I will still have my face covering with me, you may wish to do the same.
Although it is no longer a law, you may also want to use them in places like as Public Conveniences (PCs), shops or on Public transort.
When car sharing you may also want to continue to wear face coverings.
Remember to let me know that you plan to walk so that it becomes easier to arrange car sharing. in addition it helps me to know how many route maps I need to bring and on special occasions how many pieces of fruit cake will be needed.
A new automated number recognition technology is being installed, meaning that the longer you stay, the more you will pay. Payment will be by card /contactless and all day parking will be maximum of £5.
This applies to the main lower car park.
As yet, I am not sure if there is any change to the Bwlch Penbarra Car Park
Saturday 3rd September 2022.If a suitable walk is agreed.Distance: miles. Climb: .Start:Leave Chester at 09-00 a.m.Those planning to walk: Martyn, Ed .(Those not walking: Mike)This walkWednesday 7th September 2022.Above Helsby and Frodsham.Distance: 7-8 miles. Climb; 1000'.Start: Helsby Quarry Woodland Car Park. Grid ref: SJ490750 Post code: WA6 9PTLeave Chester at 09-00 a.m.Those planning to walk: Martyn (Ed will pick me up, weather permitting),Ed, Nigel, David S, Fran .(Those not walking: Mike, Sue and Michel)This walk is taken from the book "Pathfinder Guide to Cheshire". Much of it we have done before when following walks on the Sandstone Trail. However part of the walk around Helsby Hill is new to me and it is the first time that we have started from this car park. On a clear day, the views across the estuary is superb. The walk is described as being energetic. As the walk is a little shorter than usual, we may wish to explore the Woodhouse Hill fort a little more.Saturday 10th September 2022.If a suitable walk is agreed.Distance: miles. Climb:
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Leave Chester at 09-00 a.m.Those planning to walk: Martyn,Ed .(Those not walking: Mike)This walkWednesday 14th September 2022.The Moel Hebog Ridge.By request!Postponed until 12th October.Distance: 7 - 8 miles. Climb: 3200'Start: Car park in Beddgelert. Grid ref:SH589482 To get to the car park, take the A498 from Capel Curig to Beddgelert. In Beddgelert turn left with the A498 over the bridge and the car park is on the right about 200 yards past the ice cream shop. If you get as far as the Royal Goat Hotel you have gone too far.Leave Chester at 08-00 a.m. (May be earlier). Sunset: 19-30.Those planning to walk: Martyn (I will need a lift), Ed,, Mike, .(Those not walking: David S, Sue and Michel, Nigel)This route is one we have done several times before and is one described by Terry Marsh in his book "The Mountains of Wales". This is a good walk, especially on the ridge. Routes through the forest are not so easy, at least they weren't the last time we did it. It is quite interesting to note that the Nuttalls recommend a larger than usual scale orienteering map for use in the forest as most of the paths aren't on the normal OS map! Now that the Carenarfon, Rhyd Ddu to Beddgelert railway is fully up and running, after crossing it we will need to follow a new path (The Slate Trail) back to Beddgelert. Views of the Nantlle Ridge and Snowdon Group can not be bettered.Ed has suggested the following Tal y Fan walk as an alternatve.St. Celynnin's Church and Tal y Fan.Distance:7-8 miles. Climb: 2600'.
Start: Roadside parking in Rowen, on the right by houses just after passing the Post Office or nearer the houses on the right if there are spaces just efore the right turning. Grid ref:SH761719.Leave Chester 8-30 a.m.Those planning to walk: Martyn (I will need a lift), Ed, Mike, Fran ?.(Those not walking: David S, Sue and Michel, Nigel)This walk is taken from Dave Berry's book "Walks Around Betws-y-coed and the Conwy Valley". This walk is described as exploring the scenic upland pastures, full of antiquity, featuring a remote ancient church, Maen Penddu (standing stone), a burial chamber and Cae Bach (hill fort). Visiting Cae Bach may involve a there and back extension! Although this walk is shorter than our usual walks, Dave Berry does suggest that we should allow at least 5 hours and is for experienced walkers only!Saturday 17th September 2022.Moel Faban, Llefn, Gyrn and Felin Fawr.(Assuming Mike is back and can drive).Distance: 9-10 miles.Climb:2200'Start: Top car Park, Bethesda. Grid ref: SH62356681Leave Chester at 8-00 a.m.Those planning to walk: Martyn, Mike, Ed .(Those not walking: )This is a walk that Ed found in a book.We did most of the walk on 14th May 2022, but ended up missing out part of the Felin Fawr walk.This time we will start with the walk that explores the area south of Bethesda and includes part of the historic Felin Fawr Works and the Las Ogwen Recreational Trail.The second part explores the attractive upland landscape north east of Bethesda, and includes upto three outlying hills. We will decideon the day if we make it as far as Gyrn.Wednesday 21st September 2022.A Walk and Meal to Celebrate "Recent" Significant Birthdays For Several Group Members.This will be the short walk for this month.Distance: 4.5 miles. 150'Start: Grosvenor Arms, Aldford. Grid ref: SJ421593.Leave Chester in time to meet at the Grosvenor Arms in time to start waking by 10-00.Some of the group may prefer to walk from Chester and meet the group at Eccleston Ferry at about 11-00. To do that they would need to leave the Suspension Bridge at the Groves at 09-30. Those walking from Chester would hope to get a lift back but they can also catch a bus (Stagecoach Route 5 Wrexham to Chester which stops at Aldford Bridge (14-06 / 15-42 / 17-15).Those planning to walk from Chester: Martyn (Hopefully I can get a lift back into Chester), Nigel, Mike, Fran, Sue Pearson + dog. (Meet at the Suspension Bridge at 09-30.Those going straight to the Grosvenor Ams, Aldford: Sue and Michel, Celia, Tim and Carol, David S and Anne, Elaine, Sue an Dave, Wendy and Ian.Those taking the short walk from Aldford to Eccleston Ferry and back need to meet at The Grosvenor Arms ready to walk from 10-00.It is important to let Sue Pelissier know if you intend to walk or just to come for the meal so that she can confirm numbers to the Grosvenor Arms in good time.The short walk is a there and back from the Grosvenor Arms to Eccleston Ferry along the river as attempts to find an appropriate circular walk failed (difficult underfoot conditions along the river towards Churton).Saturday 24th September 2022.Pont Rhyd-yr-Hydd.Distance: 9 - 10 miles. Climb: 1600'.
Start: Llandrillo Riverside Car Park. Grid ref: SJ034371.
Leave Chester at 08-30 a.m.Those planning to walk: Martyn, Mike, Ed.(Those not walking: )This walk is taken from Dave Berry's booklet " Walks Around the Berwyn Mountains and Ceiriog Valley". It is described as an exhilarating walk exploring the upper Dee Valley between Llandrillo and Cynwyd. The route follows ancient upland trackways, rising to a height of 1600'. Providing the weather is good, we should get some panoramic views from the higher parts of the route. The return route passes through attractive undulating countryside past the 18th century Hendwr.Wednesday 28th September 2022.Mynydd Marian.Distance: 7-8 miles. Climb: 1000'.Start: Llandulas Beach Car Park. Grid ref: SH907786.Leave Chester at 09-00Those planning to walk: Martyn(Michel is picking me up), Ed, Nigel, Sue and Michel, David S.(Those not walking:Mike, Wendy)This walk is taken from Dave Berry's book, "Walks on the North Wales Coast". It combines an interesting section of the coast line with the attractive limestone countryside between, Old Colwyn, Llysfaen and Llandulas. This is one of my favourite walks, but the walk today wil llowe us to see what work is being done on the sea defences from Old Colwyn to Colwyn Bay.
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