Harris Hikers Walks and Dates December 2022

 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.

Suggestions for other Wednesday Walks are also welcome.

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.

Saturday 3rd December 2022.

Traeth Lafan and Its Foothills

Distance:7-8 miles. Climb:1000'.

Start: Abergwyngeryn Free Car Park Grid ref: SH0652728. Post code: LL33 0LF

PC (opens about 09-30) nearby and a cafe at the outdoor centre that allows walkers to use the toilets (opens earlier than PC.)

Leave Chester at 08-30 a.m.

Those planning to walk: Martyn, Mike, Ed.

(Those not walking: )

This walk taken from Dave Berry's book "Walks On the North Wales Coast". The Traeth Lafan and it Foothills. This 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.  You never know we may get some  snow, this time too. It should be worthwhile bringing binoculars with you as we may visit The Spinnies Nature Reserve on the way back to our car.

This walk is described as walk of contrasting coastal and upland scenery with good views from the higher points on the North Wales path.

 This time we will use the road to The Spinnies, and avoid the unpleasant smelly muddy experience of taking nthe path through the farm yard,

 High tide is at about 19-00 and is about 8.5 m (27.7'), so the coastal birds may still be some way off around the time we get there mid afternoon. We should have no problem walking along the beach to Traeth Lefan.

Wednesday 7th December 2022.

Fron Hen, Loggerheads and More.

Dstance: 7-8 miles. Climb: 1250' Start: Layby (Plymog) on the A494 Mold to Ruthin Road, about 1/2 mile South of Llanferres. Grid ref: SJ187597.  . Post Code: CH7 5ST

Leave Chester at 09-00 a.m.

Those planning to walk: Martyn, Sue and Michel, Nigel, David S, Nigel, Wendy, Ed .

(Those not walking: Mike, Fran)

This walk explores the lower slopes of the Clwydians on the way to Loggerheads and returns to Llanferes along the Western edge of Big Covert.

Saturday 10th December 2022.

Gronant, Prestatyn, Talacre and The Point of Ayr.

Postponed - dier weather forecast for North Wales.

Distance: 10 miles. Climb: 200'.
Start at Gronant Dunes Car Park on Shore Road: Grid Ref: SJ090837 This road off the A548, Moston Road and signposted to Presthaven Sands / Gronant Dunes.This is a new starting point.
Leave Chester at 09-00 a.m.
This walk isn't usually one we do at this time of the year as the Little terns have long gone to warmer climes. but it is still worth bringing binoculars as Winter visitors have started to arrive. We may even be lucky enough to see a  Snow bunting. 

High tide is at about 11-45, and is  229.3' / 8.9 m. The route starts by heading north down Shore Road to Presthaven Sands where will first head west through the golf course to Prestatyn's Barkby Beach. We will then walk on the beach or follow the path along the top of the dunes. After visiting the RSPB Viewpoint and Visitor Hut, we will probably continue along the beach towards the Point of Ayr Lighthouse. Hopefuly we will find a suitable place to have lunch on the beach, unless we have walked fast enough to reach the picnic tables next path to the Point of Ayr RSPB hide. If time allows and everyone is willing, we will visit the RSPB Hide, before returning to Presthaven Sands through The Warren Nature Reserve.

Those planning to walk: Martyn, .
(Those not walking: Mike, )

Wednesday 14th December 2022.

A Walk Around the Great Orme.

Distance: 8 miles. It can be easily be shorted or extended on the day to suit the needs of the group.

Climb: 500'-1000', depending on the route we take.

Start at Llandudno West shore. Roadside parking near the boating lake. Grid ref: SH771820.

Leave Chester at 08-30 a.m.

We will probably start by heading up Marine Drive and taking the Monks' Path upto the plateau. Following the paths on the north west side of the Great Orme. After visiting the summit trig point we will probably head for Happy Valley for lunch. At lunch we can decide if we want to return to the West shore via the invalids' terrace or return to the summit and drop down the zig-zag steps.

Those planning to walk: Martyn, Nigel, Fran, Ed.
(Those not walking: Mike, Wendy, Sue and Michel, David S).

Saturday 19th December 2022.

The Little Orme and Bryn Euryn. 

Postponed due to bad weather forecast - too much rain and still very cold!

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.

Those planning to walk: Martyn, .

(Those not walking: Mike)

After the Little Orme we head along the coast. High tide is at about 07-00, 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.

Wednesday 21st December 2022. 

A Pale Heights, Hatchmere and Delamere Forest Round.

Please contact David S if you plan to walk today, as he is thinking of changing it a little, although it will still start from The Yeld Car Park.

Distance: 8 miles Climb: 700'.
The Yeld Car Park, Kelsall. Grid ref: SJ532602
Leave Chester at 09-30. DS informs me that the car park at The Yeld doesn't open until 10-00, so we don't want to get there too soon..

Those planning to walk: David S, Sue and Michel, Nigel?, Fran?.

(Those not walking: Mike, Martyn, Ed)

This is a walk that DS recommended would be a good Wednesday walk for our group.

The walk starts by heading to Pale Heights with its superb views (weather permitting) , before dropping down to the Visitor Centre and Blakemere Moss.  The walk heads eastward towards Norley and Hatchmere before returning to the start through Delamere Forest.

Gaiters advisable!

Saturday 24th December 2022.

No planned walk, although one can be arranged on request.

Wednesday 28th December 2022.

No planned walk, although one can be arranged on request.

Saturday 31st December 2022.

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.

Those planning to walk: Martyn, Ed.

(Those not walking: Mike)

After the Little Orme we head along the coast. High tide is at about 07-00, 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.