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Porthmadog, United Kingdom
Founded on Sep 22, 2019
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Monday, Apr 10, 2023, 10:30 AM BST
Bank Holiday Monday moorland hike to Yr Eifl and the Tre’r Ceiri ancient village
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Sunday, Apr 2, 2023, 10:30 AM BST
Sunday morning Stroll in Cwmystradllyn
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Sunday, Jan 15, 2023, 9:30 AM GMT
Bumper Bothy Breakfast (and a short-ish bracing walk near Arenig Fawr)
Early morning walk up to the little bothy beside Llyn Arenig Fawr. 2.5 miles.
This tiny bothy offers a good bit of shelter from the elements.
It has an open fire so we can prepare an alfresco breakfast and brew some tea. Bring a mug if you'd like tea/coffee.
(You can specify a vegetarian option if you wish, when you RSVP.)
The route is on a firm track up to the adjacent reservoir. The first 400 yards are steep but the track soon levels out and there are usually some fine views.
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This tiny bothy offers a good bit of shelter from the elements.
It has an open fire so we can prepare an alfresco breakfast and brew some tea. Bring a mug if you'd like tea/coffee.
(You can specify a vegetarian option if you wish, when you RSVP.)
The route is on a firm track up to the adjacent reservoir. The first 400 yards are steep but the track soon levels out and there are usually some fine views.
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Sunday, Jan 8, 2023, 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM GMT
Sunday morning 2-3 mile dog walk in Beddgelert Forest
Weather prospects remain a mystery so let's aim for a 2 to 3 mile walk in the relatively sheltered Beddgelert forest, up and around Llyn Llewelyn. Exact route we can decide on the day, according to circumstances.
Best to bring a flask as we should plan to take a halfway break up by the lake. There's a picnic table there.
There are no significant obstacles anticipated and the route should all be on forestry tracks and paths. Despite the recent rain the ground on these should be firm.
There are no livestock known to be grazing in the forestry, though previously we have encountered a little band of 3 rogue sheep up there, so vigilance is needed!
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Best to bring a flask as we should plan to take a halfway break up by the lake. There's a picnic table there.
There are no significant obstacles anticipated and the route should all be on forestry tracks and paths. Despite the recent rain the ground on these should be firm.
There are no livestock known to be grazing in the forestry, though previously we have encountered a little band of 3 rogue sheep up there, so vigilance is needed!
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Monday, Dec 26, 2022, 11:00 AM GMT
Short Boxing Day dog walk through the Tan y Bwlch woodlands
The paths and tracks here are all on good firm ground. We can vary the route on the day, according to the state of the weather, too.
The walk is expected to be about 3-and-a-half to 4 miles at the very most. If the heavens open, we could even reduce it to a circuit of about 2 to 2-and-a-half miles.
We shall walk up towards the lakes at Llyn Mair and Llyn Hafod-y-Llyn. This is a 41 acre woodland site, part owned by the Woodland Trust and part by the Snowdonia National Park as part of the Plas Tan y Bwlch estate.
Do bring a flask and a snack, as there are various places that we can choose to take a refreshment break half way round.
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The walk is expected to be about 3-and-a-half to 4 miles at the very most. If the heavens open, we could even reduce it to a circuit of about 2 to 2-and-a-half miles.
We shall walk up towards the lakes at Llyn Mair and Llyn Hafod-y-Llyn. This is a 41 acre woodland site, part owned by the Woodland Trust and part by the Snowdonia National Park as part of the Plas Tan y Bwlch estate.
Do bring a flask and a snack, as there are various places that we can choose to take a refreshment break half way round.
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Tuesday, Dec 20, 2022, 12:30 PM GMT
Easy Tuesday midday stroll beside Llyn Trawsfynydd
East short stroll beside the lake at Trawsfynydd. Current forecast is sunshine and light showers. Will finalise the exact route nearer the time.
The intention is to walk for a couple of hours or so beside the lake - all on good footpaths and tracks.
If the cafe is open, we can call for a panad there afterwards!
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The intention is to walk for a couple of hours or so beside the lake - all on good footpaths and tracks.
If the cafe is open, we can call for a panad there afterwards!
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Sunday, Dec 18, 2022, 10:30 AM GMT
Easy 2.5 mile Sunday dog walk circuit near Dolgellau
Please note: Current forecast is for "Heavy Rain" on Sunday near Dolgellau. A super circular walk on firm ground with fine views over the Mawddach estuary and Nannau estate.
The route is a recently opened trail adjacent to the old Precipice Walk near Dolgellau.
The route skirts the base of the massive Foel Offrwm, a lofty rocky outcrop topped with a couple of ancient hill forts. (We'll leave doing the steep ascent up to the fort until spring/summer, when we can return here again).
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The route is a recently opened trail adjacent to the old Precipice Walk near Dolgellau.
The route skirts the base of the massive Foel Offrwm, a lofty rocky outcrop topped with a couple of ancient hill forts. (We'll leave doing the steep ascent up to the fort until spring/summer, when we can return here again).
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Thursday, Dec 8, 2022, 9:15 AM GMT
Canceled Easy Thursday morning stroll along the coast at Criccieth
Easy short stroll along the coastal path from Criccieth. Total distance just less than 2 miles.
Whether we get to walk on the sand bit of the shore or the shingle bank will depend a lot on the weather and the state of the tide. We can take the coastal path outbound so that the tide should be falling enough for us to return along the shingle tideline back towards Criccieth.
The outbound route along the coastal path runs along between the railway and the fields. It is separated from the railway by a very good fence, but does cross in a couple of places with gates and stiles. After heavy rain, this path can puddle and be muddy in places.
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Whether we get to walk on the sand bit of the shore or the shingle bank will depend a lot on the weather and the state of the tide. We can take the coastal path outbound so that the tide should be falling enough for us to return along the shingle tideline back towards Criccieth.
The outbound route along the coastal path runs along between the railway and the fields. It is separated from the railway by a very good fence, but does cross in a couple of places with gates and stiles. After heavy rain, this path can puddle and be muddy in places.
Obviously, crossing the railway at the …
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Monday, Dec 5, 2022, 9:30 AM GMT
Short early stroll around Gwaith Powdwr, Penrhyndeudraeth
An easy stroll around the nature reserve, which is mostly accessible on firm tracks and roadways.
Whether we go up the steps to the upper section will depend on the wishes/capability of the participants, and we can decide on the day.
The site is a nature reserve and also abounds in some fascinating industrial archaeology from bygone days when it was previously the site of a huge explosives factory.
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Whether we go up the steps to the upper section will depend on the wishes/capability of the participants, and we can decide on the day.
The site is a nature reserve and also abounds in some fascinating industrial archaeology from bygone days when it was previously the site of a huge explosives factory.
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Saturday, Dec 3, 2022, 10:30 AM GMT
Saturday dog walk in Beddgelert Forest
Weather forecast for Saturday is overcast and with a temperature of just 7 degrees, so let's take a 5 mile circular amble through the Beddgelert forest past Llyn y Gader and around Llyn Llewelyn, (which is a good place for a lunch break.) We can easily vary the route if the weather takes a turn for better or worse. It's all on well defined tracks and mostly on forestry roads.
There are no significant obstacles, and the ground is all firm. There are no stiles and all the boundary crossings are gated.
The moorland pastures near Llyn y Gader do contain sheep, so good vigilant dog control in this section is necessary. Once in the forestry, livestock is sparse, though we have …
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There are no significant obstacles, and the ground is all firm. There are no stiles and all the boundary crossings are gated.
The moorland pastures near Llyn y Gader do contain sheep, so good vigilant dog control in this section is necessary. Once in the forestry, livestock is sparse, though we have …
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Monday, Nov 28, 2022, 9:15 AM GMT
Easy early Monday-morning walk in the Coed Cae Fali woodland
Short morning wander along the forestry paths in Coed Cae Fali
There are several easy routes in this woodland. We can decide on the day, according to the weather and conditions underfoot.
It's all on good firm woodland tracks.
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There are several easy routes in this woodland. We can decide on the day, according to the weather and conditions underfoot.
It's all on good firm woodland tracks.
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Saturday, Nov 26, 2022, 10:30 AM GMT
Saturday dog walk through the Coed-y-Brenin woods
Again, the weather forecast for Saturday is not good, hence the walk in the woodlands.
The almost circular route is on a mixture of quiet lanes and forestry paths, and mostly avoids the popular mountain-biking routes.
The starting point is the (free) public car park at Tyn y Groes. There are public toilets there and a riverside picnic site.
OS Grid Ref: SH 729 234
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The almost circular route is on a mixture of quiet lanes and forestry paths, and mostly avoids the popular mountain-biking routes.
The starting point is the (free) public car park at Tyn y Groes. There are public toilets there and a riverside picnic site.
OS Grid Ref: SH 729 234
Google maps: https://goo.gl/maps/Xp4V9CnNqVtNWsrR6
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Tuesday, Nov 22, 2022, 2:30 PM GMT
Easy Tuesday afternoon stroll along the coast at Criccieth
This is an easy short stroll along the coastal path from Criccieth. We start at the end of the concrete esplanade and walk along the clifftop path, although it's also easy enough (if walkers wish to) to go down the steps and walk along the shoreline.
The clifftop path is well trodden and popular with local dog-walkers
This is a "there and back" walk, and at various points there's the option to go down onto the shore. It will be somewhere between one and two miles in total, depending on weather conditions (wind and rain!) and the wishes of the participants on the day!
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The clifftop path is well trodden and popular with local dog-walkers
This is a "there and back" walk, and at various points there's the option to go down onto the shore. It will be somewhere between one and two miles in total, depending on weather conditions (wind and rain!) and the wishes of the participants on the day!
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Sunday, Nov 20, 2022, 10:30 AM GMT
Sunday dog walk through the Tan y Bwlch woodlands
The weather forecast for this Sunday is unfortunately not particularly good! It's likely to be cold and wet...
For that reason, a walk in the woodland should provide us with a degree of shelter, and the paths and tracks here are all on good firm ground. We can vary the route on the day, according to the state of the weather, too.
The walk is expected to be about 3-and-a-half to 4 miles at the very most. If the heavens open, we could even reduce it to a circuit of about 2 to 2-and-a-half miles.
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For that reason, a walk in the woodland should provide us with a degree of shelter, and the paths and tracks here are all on good firm ground. We can vary the route on the day, according to the state of the weather, too.
The walk is expected to be about 3-and-a-half to 4 miles at the very most. If the heavens open, we could even reduce it to a circuit of about 2 to 2-and-a-half miles.
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Wednesday, Nov 16, 2022, 9:45 AM GMT
Short Wednesday morning wander from Penrhyndeudraeth 2.5 miles
A short undulating circular route of about 2 to 2.5 miles along forestry tracks and paths and across some sheep-grazed heathland.
The walk is from a lay-by on the A4085 Penrhyndeudraeth - Llanfrothen road.
OS Grid Reference: SH 6144 3997
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The walk is from a lay-by on the A4085 Penrhyndeudraeth - Llanfrothen road.
OS Grid Reference: SH 6144 3997
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Sunday, Nov 13, 2022, 11:00 AM GMT
Sunday circular walk from Croesor Village up to the Rhosydd Quarry
This is a spectacular walk along the Croesor valley, eventually climbing steadily up to the pair of slate quarries high up at the head of the valley.
The walk starts and ends at the car park in Croesor village, meeting up at the nearby Oriel Caffi, and then follows the route of the Snowdonia Slate Trail.
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The walk starts and ends at the car park in Croesor village, meeting up at the nearby Oriel Caffi, and then follows the route of the Snowdonia Slate Trail.
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Saturday, Nov 12, 2022, 1:30 PM GMT
Short Saturday afternoon walk up Cwmorthin from Tanygrisiau
A short-ish walk from the Tanygrisiau Reservoir up to Cwmorthin and back
Starting and finishing at the Great little (dog-friendly) cafe beside the Ffestiniog railway station at Tanygrisiau.From A496 to Blaenau Ffestiniog, follow brown signs to “Power Station”. You will reach Tanygrisiau Station at the top of the ascent, opposite the dam, and before you reach Lakeside Cafe. Free parking in Tanygrisiau Station Car Park.
Meet up at picnic tables by the cafe car park.
OS Grid Ref: SH 68113 44933
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Starting and finishing at the Great little (dog-friendly) cafe beside the Ffestiniog railway station at Tanygrisiau.From A496 to Blaenau Ffestiniog, follow brown signs to “Power Station”. You will reach Tanygrisiau Station at the top of the ascent, opposite the dam, and before you reach Lakeside Cafe. Free parking in Tanygrisiau Station Car Park.
Meet up at picnic tables by the cafe car park.
OS Grid Ref: SH 68113 44933
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Sunday, Sep 11, 2022, 9:00 AM BST
Sunday morning high-level stroll above Cwm Teigl
This particular weekend the intention is to head off the beaten track on a fairly easy early Sunday morning stroll with some fantastic views (weather permitting). We'll go nice and early whilst it's still quiet.
The walk is just less than 3 miles in total and will follow the old quarry tramway bed at the head of Cwm Teigl, which curves around the back of Manod, high above Blaenau ffestiniog and Cwm Penmachno, to reach the original Cwt-y-Bugail quarry.
The terrain is all on the firm paths of the tramway bed, (though we do occasionally deviate around any soggy or flooded bits).
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The walk is just less than 3 miles in total and will follow the old quarry tramway bed at the head of Cwm Teigl, which curves around the back of Manod, high above Blaenau ffestiniog and Cwm Penmachno, to reach the original Cwt-y-Bugail quarry.
The terrain is all on the firm paths of the tramway bed, (though we do occasionally deviate around any soggy or flooded bits).
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Friday, Sep 2, 2022, 4:30 PM BST
Strolling for Your Supper again near Nantlle!
This is a repeat of a previous successful dogwalk!
This is a late Friday afternoon dog walk with a stop for Fish and Chips (or the like) half way round. (It's Fish'n'Chip Friday at the Community Cafe in Y Fron)
https://www.canolfanyfron.org/caffi/
We will start at Cilgwyn, and walk along a remote flat traffic-less lane high above the Dorothea Quarry, which (in fine weather) has fabulous views of the quarry and of the Nantlle Ridge.
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This is a late Friday afternoon dog walk with a stop for Fish and Chips (or the like) half way round. (It's Fish'n'Chip Friday at the Community Cafe in Y Fron)
https://www.canolfanyfron.org/caffi/
We will start at Cilgwyn, and walk along a remote flat traffic-less lane high above the Dorothea Quarry, which (in fine weather) has fabulous views of the quarry and of the Nantlle Ridge.
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Sunday, Aug 28, 2022, 9:30 AM BST
New Precipice walk and Foel Ispri
This is the Bank Holiday weekend and so we'll make an early start and also take a slightly obscure route to this popular scenic location near Dolgellau, high above the Mawddach Estuary. The 4.5-5 mile walk is all on steady firm ground, forestry and moorland paths. The ascents and descents are all firm, slow and steady.
There are several streams for water and we also pass by a lake on the edge of the woodland.
Please bring a drink and a snack as we will encounter several good places to stop, rest and refresh.
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There are several streams for water and we also pass by a lake on the edge of the woodland.
Please bring a drink and a snack as we will encounter several good places to stop, rest and refresh.
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Thursday, Aug 25, 2022, 6:30 PM BST
Short Thursday evening coastal stroll at Trefor
The weather forecast for Thursday is looking promising, so here's a short walk of about 2.5 miles along the coast at Trefor, with a break for refreshment at the pub.
The walk starts beside the sandy beach near the pier at Trefor. There are a couple of sandy stretches here for a bit of a romp.
The walk then follows the coastal path along the clifftops. This is a nature reserve and there are also sheep around, so dogs on leads / under especially firm control along this section .
The route then drops down to the shore again which is accessed down a short flight of steps
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The walk starts beside the sandy beach near the pier at Trefor. There are a couple of sandy stretches here for a bit of a romp.
The walk then follows the coastal path along the clifftops. This is a nature reserve and there are also sheep around, so dogs on leads / under especially firm control along this section .
The route then drops down to the shore again which is accessed down a short flight of steps
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Tuesday, Aug 23, 2022, 3:00 PM BST
Short Tuesday afternoon foray to Cwm Ciprwth
The forecast for Tuesday is for rain showers. So, this is a short-ish mid-afternoon walk up to see the old copper mine workings on a hillside near the top of Cwm Pennant.
The route is only about a mile and a half in total. The ascent up through the woods is fairly steep so you will need some decent strong footwear.
The copper workings are interesting to explore so if the rain holds off we could take a break beside the stream for a dog paddle and a picnic - so bring a flask and a snack!
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The route is only about a mile and a half in total. The ascent up through the woods is fairly steep so you will need some decent strong footwear.
The copper workings are interesting to explore so if the rain holds off we could take a break beside the stream for a dog paddle and a picnic - so bring a flask and a snack!
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Thursday, Aug 11, 2022, 11:30 AM BST
Warm Weather Wander in Cwmystradllyn
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Friday, Jul 1, 2022, 6:00 PM BST
Strolling for Your Supper near Nantlle! Events with an “Info” label are past events that happened prior to the group moving to DownToMeet.
Apologies for the short notice for this last-minute spontaneous dogwalk!
This is an early Friday Evening walk with a stop for Fish and Chips (or the like) half way round. (It's Fish'n'Chip Friday at the Community Cafe in Y Fron)
https://www.canolfanyfron.org/caffi/
We will start at Cilgwyn, and walk along a remote flat traffic-less lane high above the Dorothea Quarry, which (in fine weather) has fabulous views of the quarry and of the Nantlle Ridge.
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This is an early Friday Evening walk with a stop for Fish and Chips (or the like) half way round. (It's Fish'n'Chip Friday at the Community Cafe in Y Fron)
https://www.canolfanyfron.org/caffi/
We will start at Cilgwyn, and walk along a remote flat traffic-less lane high above the Dorothea Quarry, which (in fine weather) has fabulous views of the quarry and of the Nantlle Ridge.
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Sunday, Jun 19, 2022, 2:00 PM BST
Sunday afternoon moorland hike to Tre’r Ceiri ancient village
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Monday, Jun 13, 2022, 8:00 PM BST
Nightjars and Nitro: a late Monday evening walk above the Dyrwyd Estuary
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Friday, Jun 3, 2022, 7:00 PM BST
Jubilee evening dogwalk at Craflwyn, Beddgelert
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Monday, May 30, 2022, 11:00 AM BST
4 mile Coastal Path weekday walk near Morfa Nefyn
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Tuesday, May 24, 2022, 6:30 PM BST
Short Tuesday evening riverside walk near Beddgelert
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Tuesday, Sep 22, 2020, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM BST
Autumn Solstice evening stroll to the viewpoint above Tan y Bwlch
An easy forestry walk for the Solstice evening. It's on good firm ground and with a fair bit of woodland shelter, and somewhere around 3 miles.
We will start from our usual parking place, on the B4470 road that runs between the Oakley Arms at Maentwrog and Rhyd, about 200 yards NW of Tan y Bwlch railway station, just after you've passed under the Ffestiniog railway line.
We will walk along the forestry track from here, around Llyn Hafod, then head up to the viewpoint high above the woodlands, looking down over the Dyrwyd estriary.
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We will start from our usual parking place, on the B4470 road that runs between the Oakley Arms at Maentwrog and Rhyd, about 200 yards NW of Tan y Bwlch railway station, just after you've passed under the Ffestiniog railway line.
We will walk along the forestry track from here, around Llyn Hafod, then head up to the viewpoint high above the woodlands, looking down over the Dyrwyd estriary.
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Wednesday, Sep 2, 2020, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM BST
Wednesday morning wander from Penrhyndeudraeth 3.5 miles
An undulating circular route of about 3.5 to 4 miles along forestry tracks and paths and across some sheep-grazed heathland.
The walk is from a lay-by on the A4085 Penrhyndeudraeth to Llanfrothen road. It climbs gently through the Pant-y-Wrach forestry to a woodland pool, then crosses a grazed heath, eventually meandering through a larger forested area to the ruins of the lead mines at Pen yr Allt.
This is the halfway point, so good for a refreshment break - so do bring a snack and a flask.
The return route roughly follows the line of the Ffestiniog Railway through the woodland, then takes a quiet tarmac-surfaced lane through grazing pastures past Rhiw Goch and back to …
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The walk is from a lay-by on the A4085 Penrhyndeudraeth to Llanfrothen road. It climbs gently through the Pant-y-Wrach forestry to a woodland pool, then crosses a grazed heath, eventually meandering through a larger forested area to the ruins of the lead mines at Pen yr Allt.
This is the halfway point, so good for a refreshment break - so do bring a snack and a flask.
The return route roughly follows the line of the Ffestiniog Railway through the woodland, then takes a quiet tarmac-surfaced lane through grazing pastures past Rhiw Goch and back to …
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Friday, Aug 28, 2020, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM BST
Elderly evening stroll of just 1 mile, near Blaenau, for the oldies
This is a short easy evening stroll through the woodlands, mainly for our elderly dogs. DUE TO COVID19 REGULATIONS, PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER ONLINE TO TAKE PART.
No unregistered participants, please.
We now have several old chaps who can't walk very far. This is a chance for them to take an easy stroll through the woods with their friends.
It's mostly woodland paths, so easy on old paws and creaky joints!
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No unregistered participants, please.
We now have several old chaps who can't walk very far. This is a chance for them to take an easy stroll through the woods with their friends.
It's mostly woodland paths, so easy on old paws and creaky joints!
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Thursday, Aug 20, 2020, 6:30 PM BST
Easy 2&1/2 mile stroll up to the old viewpoint at Trawsfynydd
This is the second post-lockdown social dogwalk of the 2020 season. It is a two and a half mile evening meander starting near the lake at Trawsfynydd then going up the track to the old viewpoint behind the power station.
The viewpoint is at the top of a little rocky tump called Craig Gyfynys, reached by a firm, easy but slightly overgrown track.
We return by a short detour through a small verdant woodland.
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The viewpoint is at the top of a little rocky tump called Craig Gyfynys, reached by a firm, easy but slightly overgrown track.
We return by a short detour through a small verdant woodland.
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Friday, Jul 31, 2020, 11:00 AM BST
5 mile woodland gorge walk at Trawsfynydd
This is the first post-lockdown social dogwalk of the 2020 season. It is a 5 mile meander alongside the lake at Trawsfynydd to the Maentwrog Dam, then through the upper part of the Maentwrog gorge and its verdant woodlands.
The circuit returns to the dam across the Llynerch moorland then back to the starting point near the power station.
Participant numbers are strictly limited, and must register online for the walk in advance.
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The circuit returns to the dam across the Llynerch moorland then back to the starting point near the power station.
Participant numbers are strictly limited, and must register online for the walk in advance.
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Saturday, Dec 28, 2019, 11:00 AM GMT
Saturday high level ramble to Llynnau Bowydd & Newydd
This will be our last dogwalk of 2019, as we will take a break over New Year. This particular walk is one that we postponed a few weeks ago due to bad weather.
It's a "there and back" walk of 4 miles in total, along the old tramway between Manod Quarry (Cwt y Bwgail) past Llyn Bowydd and Llyn Newydd to the high point above Maenofferen Quarry.
There are no obstacles, but the tramway bed can be quite wet in places, so you'll definitely need your boots! There seem to be no sheep around up there now - mostly been brought onto lower slopes for the winter, It can also be quite cold up there, so do wrap up warm!
There are some interesting slate quarry artefacts en route, and we …
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It's a "there and back" walk of 4 miles in total, along the old tramway between Manod Quarry (Cwt y Bwgail) past Llyn Bowydd and Llyn Newydd to the high point above Maenofferen Quarry.
There are no obstacles, but the tramway bed can be quite wet in places, so you'll definitely need your boots! There seem to be no sheep around up there now - mostly been brought onto lower slopes for the winter, It can also be quite cold up there, so do wrap up warm!
There are some interesting slate quarry artefacts en route, and we …
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Thursday, Dec 26, 2019, 11:00 AM GMT
Boxing Day stroll through the forestry at Tan y Bwlch
An easy forestry walk for Boxing Day, to clear the head and work off the Christmas Dinner calories. It's on good firm ground and with a fair bit of woodland shelter, and somewhere between about 3 and 5 miles, which we'll adjust that the day according to weather conditions and hangovers.
We will start from our usual parking place, on the B4470 road that runs between the Oakley Arms at Maentwrog and Rhyd, about 200 yards NW of Tan y Bwlch railway station, just after you've passed under the Ffestiniog railway line.
Afterwards we'll call at the station cafe for a panad and a warm up! It's open!
We will walk along the forestry track from here,around Llyn Hafod, then head further …
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We will start from our usual parking place, on the B4470 road that runs between the Oakley Arms at Maentwrog and Rhyd, about 200 yards NW of Tan y Bwlch railway station, just after you've passed under the Ffestiniog railway line.
Afterwards we'll call at the station cafe for a panad and a warm up! It's open!
We will walk along the forestry track from here,around Llyn Hafod, then head further …
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Sunday, Dec 22, 2019, 12:15 PM GMT
Sunday Exploratory of Coed Cynfal and Huw Lloyd’s Pulpit
Hugh Lloyd's Pulpit lies in the gorge just south of LlanFfestiniog. The column of rock forms part of the lower of two waterfalls on the River Cynfal.
This beautiful site is known for the legend which suggests that Hugh Lloyd of Cynfal Fawr, a 17th century poet, astrologer and magician, used to visit this spot to deliver incantations, lead prayers for local villagers and to expel devils and evil spirits.
We will meet outside the Pengwern in Llanffestiniog, and walk down the track through the fields into the gorge.
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This beautiful site is known for the legend which suggests that Hugh Lloyd of Cynfal Fawr, a 17th century poet, astrologer and magician, used to visit this spot to deliver incantations, lead prayers for local villagers and to expel devils and evil spirits.
We will meet outside the Pengwern in Llanffestiniog, and walk down the track through the fields into the gorge.
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Saturday, Dec 14, 2019, 11:00 AM GMT
Saturday stroll through the forestry at Tan y Bwlch
As the weather's being so unpredictable, this is a forestry walk on good firm ground and with a fair bit of woodland shelter It will be somewhere between about 3 and 5 miles, and we'll adjust that on the day according to weather conditions.
We will start from our usual parking place, on the B4470 road that runs between the Oakley Arms at Maentwrog and Rhyd, about 200 yards NW of Tan y Bwlch railway station, just after you've passed under the Ffestiniog railway line.
We will walk along the forestry track from here,around Llyn Hafod, then head further into the woodlands, returning by the shore of Llyn Mair.
The walk will take at least a couple of hours (if the rain holds off).
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We will start from our usual parking place, on the B4470 road that runs between the Oakley Arms at Maentwrog and Rhyd, about 200 yards NW of Tan y Bwlch railway station, just after you've passed under the Ffestiniog railway line.
We will walk along the forestry track from here,around Llyn Hafod, then head further into the woodlands, returning by the shore of Llyn Mair.
The walk will take at least a couple of hours (if the rain holds off).
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Sunday, Dec 8, 2019, 1:00 PM GMT
Canceled Sunday high level ramble to Llynnau Bowydd & Newydd
A "there and back" walk of 4 miles in total, along the old tramway between Manod Quarry (Cwt y Bwgail) past Llyn Bowydd and Llyn Newydd to the high point above Maenofferen Quarry.
There are no obstacles, but the tramway bed can be quite wet in places, so you'll definitely need your boots! There seem to be no sheep around up there now - mostly been brought onto lower slopes for the winter, It can also be quite cold up there, so do wrap up warm!
There are some interesting slate quarry artefacts en route, and we will stop halfway at the top of the old incline down to Maenofferen for a refreshment break - so bring a flask with a winter warmer!
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There are no obstacles, but the tramway bed can be quite wet in places, so you'll definitely need your boots! There seem to be no sheep around up there now - mostly been brought onto lower slopes for the winter, It can also be quite cold up there, so do wrap up warm!
There are some interesting slate quarry artefacts en route, and we will stop halfway at the top of the old incline down to Maenofferen for a refreshment break - so bring a flask with a winter warmer!
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Saturday, Nov 30, 2019, 11:00 AM GMT
Saturday stroll to Trawsfynydd Dam and back
This is an easy stroll starting and finishing at the Lakeside Cafe near Trawsfynydd Power Station and going up the the dam and a little beyond.
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Sunday, Nov 24, 2019, 11:00 AM GMT
Sunday seashore and clifftop pootle around Porthdinllaen
Circular 3 mile coastal walk with lots of different terrain, plenty open beach for dogs to romp, and some stunning views.
From the car park, we will walk down a flight of steps to the sandy beach, then along the seashore towards the Ty Coch Inn, (which is right on the shore, just above the high water line!)
The coastal path then zigzags away from the beach behind several cottages, to emerge shortly on another sheltered sandy shore beside the RNLI Lifeboat Station.
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From the car park, we will walk down a flight of steps to the sandy beach, then along the seashore towards the Ty Coch Inn, (which is right on the shore, just above the high water line!)
The coastal path then zigzags away from the beach behind several cottages, to emerge shortly on another sheltered sandy shore beside the RNLI Lifeboat Station.
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Saturday, Nov 16, 2019, 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM GMT
Short Saturday Stroll around Cilgwyn
A 2.3 mile circular stroll high above Penygroes. There are some fine panoramic views of the coast, of Anglesey, of the Nantlle valley and Cwm Sylin, (if the weather permits!)
We start at a reasonably high level, and follow well-established firm tracks and paths, with an easy gradual ascent of Minydd y Cilgwyn - a good point for a refreshment break and to admire the views!
There's plenty of good roadside parking at the start, which is beside the old entrance to the Cilgwyn Tip (once part of the Dorothea Quarry, but now infilled)
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We start at a reasonably high level, and follow well-established firm tracks and paths, with an easy gradual ascent of Minydd y Cilgwyn - a good point for a refreshment break and to admire the views!
There's plenty of good roadside parking at the start, which is beside the old entrance to the Cilgwyn Tip (once part of the Dorothea Quarry, but now infilled)
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Sunday, Nov 10, 2019, 11:00 AM GMT
Gentle Sunday Summiting of Garn Boduan
2.4 mile walk - 1.2 uphill and 1.2 back down again.
Mostly forestry on ample sloping tracks but with a bit of rocky heathland near the top, with a few squelchy paths here and there.
You'll need to wear your hiking boots, ideally. The last 400 yards are on stone-scattered heathland paths
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Mostly forestry on ample sloping tracks but with a bit of rocky heathland near the top, with a few squelchy paths here and there.
You'll need to wear your hiking boots, ideally. The last 400 yards are on stone-scattered heathland paths
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Saturday, Nov 2, 2019, 11:00 AM GMT
4 mile Saturday daytime forestry walk below Rhynog Fawr
This walk is mostly on forestry tracks and paths at the foot of Rhynog Fawr.
There is little sign of livestock in the forestry, though there can be feral goats visible in the distance across the moorland. At one point the route briefly passes a small holding which often has loose poultry.
The route passes beside the Pistyll Gwyn waterfall. The path here can be wet underfoot especially after rain.
There are no significant obstacles or stiles.
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There is little sign of livestock in the forestry, though there can be feral goats visible in the distance across the moorland. At one point the route briefly passes a small holding which often has loose poultry.
The route passes beside the Pistyll Gwyn waterfall. The path here can be wet underfoot especially after rain.
There are no significant obstacles or stiles.
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Thursday, Oct 31, 2019, 7:00 PM GMT
Spooky Halloween dog walk around Llyn Hafod-y-Llyn
Let’s avoid the trick-or-treats and instead take an evening torch-lit walk up in the forestry at Tan-y-Bwlch.
We can park in the station car park and meet undercover by the station cafe. Then, torches on hand, can walk through the woodland over to nearby Llyn Hafod-y-Llyn and do the circuit of it on forest path and tracks. I’ve never known there to be any livestock around in this forested area.
We should hope for some moonlight (but no guarantee, if there’s cloud cover)
Wrap up warm, and bring a hot drink in a flask - there’s a picnic table halfway round, by the lake.
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We can park in the station car park and meet undercover by the station cafe. Then, torches on hand, can walk through the woodland over to nearby Llyn Hafod-y-Llyn and do the circuit of it on forest path and tracks. I’ve never known there to be any livestock around in this forested area.
We should hope for some moonlight (but no guarantee, if there’s cloud cover)
Wrap up warm, and bring a hot drink in a flask - there’s a picnic table halfway round, by the lake.
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Sunday, Oct 27, 2019, 2:45 PM to 4:30 PM GMT
Short Sunday afternoon beach stroll at Llandanwg
A short circular meander along Llandanwg beach, with lots of opportunity to run off leash (as it’s low tide with lots of sand).
DON’T FORGET THAT THE CLOCKS CHANGED FROM BST TO GMT THE NIGHT BEFORE. Start time is 2:45pm GMT.
We will walk along towards the estuary mouth then follow the estuary shore towards Pensarn, returning across the flat grassy glastraeth. (This last section sometimes has a few sheep grazing, so back on leads at this point!)
Total distance (for humans) is only about 1.5 miles, with option to continue further along beach towards Harlech, which adds another half-mile or so.
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DON’T FORGET THAT THE CLOCKS CHANGED FROM BST TO GMT THE NIGHT BEFORE. Start time is 2:45pm GMT.
We will walk along towards the estuary mouth then follow the estuary shore towards Pensarn, returning across the flat grassy glastraeth. (This last section sometimes has a few sheep grazing, so back on leads at this point!)
Total distance (for humans) is only about 1.5 miles, with option to continue further along beach towards Harlech, which adds another half-mile or so.
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Saturday, Oct 12, 2019, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM BST
Saturday circular hike beside and above Llyn Dinas
Circular walk beside the lake, then up through woods and over to Nantmor valley, returning again by a quiet lane, then along the lakeside. Total distance approx 3.5 to 4 miles.
Obstacles: one stile without dog-gate; one with dog gate; one low stile. Several kissing gates.
Half-way break at a picnic table with a gorgeous view.
Occasional livestock mostly on the higher ground.
Car parking is in a layby adjacent to the A498, beside the entrance to the Sygun Copper Mine
OS Grid Ref: SH 604 490
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Obstacles: one stile without dog-gate; one with dog gate; one low stile. Several kissing gates.
Half-way break at a picnic table with a gorgeous view.
Occasional livestock mostly on the higher ground.
Car parking is in a layby adjacent to the A498, beside the entrance to the Sygun Copper Mine
OS Grid Ref: SH 604 490
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Sunday, Oct 6, 2019, 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM BST
Sunday walk around the Tanygrisiau Reservoir
A short circular walk around the Tanygrisiau Reservoir.
Plenty of opportunities for dogs to paddle. Great little (dog-friendly) cafe beside the station at Tanygrisiau.From A496 to Blaenau Ffestiniog, follow brown signs to “Power Station”. You will reach Tanygrisiau Station at the top of the ascent, opposite the dam, and before you reach Lakeside Cafe. Free parking in Tanygrisiau Station Car Park.
Meet up at picnic tables by the cafe car park.
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Plenty of opportunities for dogs to paddle. Great little (dog-friendly) cafe beside the station at Tanygrisiau.From A496 to Blaenau Ffestiniog, follow brown signs to “Power Station”. You will reach Tanygrisiau Station at the top of the ascent, opposite the dam, and before you reach Lakeside Cafe. Free parking in Tanygrisiau Station Car Park.
Meet up at picnic tables by the cafe car park.
OS Grid Ref: SH 68113 44933 https://w3w.co/dearest.crescendo.intruded
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Sunday, Sep 29, 2019, 2:30 PM BST
Sunday afternoon stroll around Llyn Cynwch and the Precipice Walk, near Dolgellau
Spectacular almost level 3.5 mile circular walk.
The first section is along a track through the Nannau Estate then alongside the serene waters of Llyn Cynwch, to reach a stunning viewpoint high above Dolgellau and the upper Mawddach Estuary. Those with a head for heights can continue at this level high along the “Precipice Walk”, an old miners’ path along the hillside. Anyone vertiginous can do the alternative return loop around the other side of Llyn Cynwch. The two routes rejoin and return to the car park back through the Nannau Estate.
The route passes by a few fields of sheep, but most of the route is expected to be free of livestock.
There are a few kissing gates but no other …
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The first section is along a track through the Nannau Estate then alongside the serene waters of Llyn Cynwch, to reach a stunning viewpoint high above Dolgellau and the upper Mawddach Estuary. Those with a head for heights can continue at this level high along the “Precipice Walk”, an old miners’ path along the hillside. Anyone vertiginous can do the alternative return loop around the other side of Llyn Cynwch. The two routes rejoin and return to the car park back through the Nannau Estate.
The route passes by a few fields of sheep, but most of the route is expected to be free of livestock.
There are a few kissing gates but no other …
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Porthmadog, United Kingdom Founded on Sep 22, 2019 Also on Facebook, but prospective walkers should register to attend specific walks here on DownToMeet
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