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Llyn Crafnant & The Gwydir Forest (This walk has been rescheduled from 29th April.) |
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Date |
Saturday 23rd June |
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Start & estimated finish time |
10:45am start – approx. 3:00pm finish (excludes tea stop) |
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Distance (miles) and Difficulty |
8 Miles - Moderate |
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Leader |
Will Tandy |
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Contact Details |
07840301075 / will.tandy@gmail.com |
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Start Point and Parking |
Capel Curig. The car park is situated behind Joe Brown’s outdoor shop, up a narrow lane on the right hand side (SH 721 582) - OS Explorer OL17. Post code: LL24 0EP. Please car share if possible. |
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Link to Map |
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General Location |
Approx. 1½ hours northwest of Shrewsbury – follow the A5 via Oswestry, Llangollen, and Betws-y-Coed. |
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Packed Lunch? |
Yes |
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Pub/Tea Shop |
Yes, in Betws-y-coed after. |
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Toilets |
Near the car park and in Betws-y-coed. |
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Car Sharing |
Meet at “Dobbies” services (A5/A49 junction south of Shrewsbury in the Little Chef car park at 9:00am. |
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Public Transport |
No suitable public transport. |
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Other Details |
This invigorating walk explores the seldom visited hillsides above Capel Curig. We ascend gradually up a secluded, yet stunning valley, with panoramic views including the Snowdon Horseshoe and Moel Siabod. We then descend to the dramatic Llyn Crafnant, before ascending again to enter the peaceful Gwydir Forest, passing by a small lake. From here, there are fabulous mountain views all the way back to the start. A couple of short and at times fairly steep ascents/descents. A mix of rocky and grassy paths/bridleways, forest tracks and lanes. Likely to be quite boggy/muddy (gaiters advisable). Sturdy footwear and warm/waterproof clothing is essential - it is exposed in places, and the ground rough along some sections. |