Updated:24/09/2024 13:44:16
Updated:24/09/2024 13:44:16
2022 Walks in reverse order
Starting near Gwenddwr. Round the moors across the road and valley and back up to the cars. A two mile short cut by road a little after coffee. Those continuing should arrive back to get to the Wheelwright's arms in Erwood by car at about one o'clock.
Start Point:SO059445
What 3 words:power.arrive.bulky
Conditions:About 4 miles. Easy going if a bit muddy in places until coffee. Some inclines after crossing the road.
Leader:Peter Balfour 01597 829621 and Jon Hodges
"Approx 1 1/2 miles out of Penybont on Hundred House Road. Farmland,Wind farms!, Great views of Radnor Forest and Ithon Valley. Skirting Eastern side of Llandegley Rocks"
Start Point:Map 200. SO106 622
What 3 words:noses.deals.husky
Conditions:"6 1/2 -7 miles No steep climbs, gentle ascent through 130' Some boggy bits"
Leader:Jill Willey 01597 811373 07594 443459
The walk starts at Brechfa Pool and follows the road and track down to Ponde.There is then a steady climb up onto Felin-Fach Common.The return is down a track that is wet and muddy in places back to Ponde then returning to the cars back the same way we came.
Start Point:SO 118 378
What 3 words:benched.year.laughs
Conditions:About 6.5 Miles
Leader:Dave Briggs 01497 842711 07926 261709
"Parking is at edge of road by the church. Expect open, exposed hilltops and great views, weather permitting! Shorter Version:The walk can be cut to 4 miles which misses the steeper climb and the very steep section and awkward fence. The short cut back to the start will be unled but is very straightforward."
Start Point:Map 200 156531
What 3 words:goad.emulating.tower
Conditions:Approx. 7 miles. This is a fairly demanding walk mainly on stony tracks or grass with a few hundred metres on tarmac. There are two longish climbs - the second one is steep in places. There is also a short but very steep section with a rather awkward fence to climb/step over (but no worse than others we have tackled).
Leader:Gwawr & Nick Tuffnell 01597 851476
Starting in the layby just as you turn off the Llanelwedd to Hundred House Road for Aberedw.
Start Point:
What 3 words:blown.unto.shovels
Conditions:"Around 7.5 miles, starts with 300 yards of flat, 200 yards and then we will climb up around 1,000 - 1,200 feet over the next mile over combination of a rough, muddy track, two fields and then a steep climb up to the top of Aberedw Hill. The 4.5 to 5 miles on top of the hill was stunning on Saturday, but is very open to the weather, we will finish the walk by coming down off the hill following the first 1.25 miles in reverse."
Leader:Gareth Jones 01982 560431
Get the bus from Llandrindod. It�s the 461 and leaves the bus station at 9.00. We think it best to go early at that time of year. It�s a lovely walk with some stunning views.
Start Point:
What 3 words:sniff.humans.identity
Conditions:About seven miles with some steep sections and the ground will be boggy in places by then.
Leader:Cheryl Davies 07957571991
"Start at Phillips /Community Hall - permission given. Mixture of forestry, woodland and farmland."
Start Point:SO 053 711
What 3 words:reset.interview.handicaps
Conditions:6 -6 1/2 miles ; opportunity to cut off just before 5 miles.
Leader:Jill Willey 01597 811373 07594 443459
Starts at Llowes. North to the Begwns. Limited parking so please car share if possible. Good views of the Black mountains.
Start Point:SO191417
What 3 words:quit.inflamed.gadget
Conditions: 7 miles. There are plenty of stiles and other obstacles to be climbed. If anyone wants to bring their secateurs they would be very welcome..
Leader:Peter Loughran 01597 822512
"A circular walk from Llandrindod Lake via Bongam Bank & Dol-barcut Wood to Alpine Bridge and back by a different route. Hopefully some autumn colours in the trees. Park somewhere close to the Lake as the walk starts at the lay-by. Tea & cake at ours on the return for anyone who wishes, and people can make their own way back to the lake (either down Cefnllys Lane or through the woods)."
Start Point:SO062606
What 3 words:overlooks.awards.tensions
Conditions:"Approx. 7.3 miles. Ascent 1129ft. Many stiles (some dodgy), lots of farmland."
Leader:Geraldine King 01597 822512
Meeting at the Groe Car Park Builth (Other free street parking available). Walking parts of the Wye Valley Walkway with some deviations. Mix and Match previous walks.
Start Point:SO041510
What 3 words:compacts.prude.rarely
Conditions:"About 7 Miles. Mostly level walking taking in the riverside,woodland and open space, soft in places but generally not too muddy unless heavy rain just before. Some road walking required."
Leader:Alan Fay 01982 551808 07510 900240
"We will meet and park in the Village Hall Car Park, which is by the Church. The walk starts with a stroll through the village and then up a steady uphill assent onto Hergest Ridge. We will then proceed along the ridge for a couple of miles before crossing over onto the top of Hanter Hill. Next, back over to the ridge and over to the south side of the hill and back to Gladestry by following the hill fence. The last 0.5 to 0.75 miles of the walk will be the reverse of the first section."
Start Point:SO231551
What 3 words:guests.lakeside.solved
Conditions:About 7 Miles
Leader:Gareth Jones 01982 560431
Parking in the free carpark at the edge of Talgarth. The route takes us up to the new Black Mountains College Campus and then passes through the gliding club airstrip (watch your head). From there we pick up the Three Rivers Ride (watch out for horses) which leads to the Church. We return through a series of fields and wooded areas before arriving back in town which has refreshment opportunities where you are welcome to buy the walk leader tea and cake! Spectacular views throughout.
Start Point:SO 15254 33667
What 3 words:homeward.noon.rooks
Conditions:Approx. 7 miles with 1491 ft of ascent. Good paths for most of the way. Small amount of minor road walking.
Leader:Graham Taylor 07719001655 or 01597811371
"A reasonably easy and flat ""ish"" walk up on the moorland surrounding the National Park Visitor centre starting and ending with a fabulous view from a trig point"
Start Point:SN 99142 27372
What 3 words:signs.broadcast.adventure
Conditions:7 to 7.5 Miles
Leader:Gareth Jones 01982 560431
Start � huge car park at Llangors lake. We will follow the flat path round part of the lake to take in the magical essence of this historic place before moving away to a hill fort to enjoy wonderful views all around. Then a slow descent along the 3 rivers ride back to the car park.
Start Point:SO 12882 27283
What 3 words:nylon.asks.backup
Conditions:"7.5 miles. Total ascent 1135 ft. and nearly all of this is in one stretch up to the hill fort. Otherwise it is fairly flat with good ground conditions. Stinging nettles might be an issue in a few places. There is a shorter version of the walk available to anyone who wants to take it, which avoids the steep section."
Leader:Graham Taylor 01957811371 and 07719001655
Start Hay large car park at gate into field. Follow the Offas Dyke path to Cusop Church. Cross fields to Mouse Castle Wood. Cross fields to short road section and follow Wye Valley Walk back to Hay.
Start Point:SO 229 421
What 3 words:knitted.furniture.walnuts
Conditions:The climb up to Mouse Castle is quite steep in places and goes on a bit. There also a few shorter climbs before there as well. Part of the Wye Valley Walk is closed due to bridge out so have sorted out a detour. The result being that the walk is about 8 miles..
Leader:Dave Briggs 01497 842711 07926 261709
"AGM and barbecue in Chris Jones' garden. Bring your own plates,cutlery,glases,drinks,salad and drinks. Baked potatoes will be provided. For pudding: Pavlova, Gateau or crumble. As per last year - arrive about 3pm, AGM at 4pm and eat soon after."
Start Point:
What 3 words:squaring.enough.historic
Conditions:"Menu: 1) Pork shoulder steak in a spicy marinade. 2) Pork shoulder steak in a sage, onion and granny smith marinade. 3) 4 Giant prawns (in shells) with or without spicy dip. 4) Salmon steak stuffed with sun dried tomatoes. 5) Mushroom,pepper and courgette skewer. 6) Bring your own."
Leader:Peter Balfour 01597 829621
Parking - Gilfach Lower car park near Marteg Bridge. Options for a 3.5 mile easy walk out and back along the Wye Valley country lane for those who fancy a short walk ( unguided back !)
Start Point:
What 3 words:duplicity.major.surprise
Conditions:"7 miles including 2 miles on quiet country lane , one long and steep climb onto open moorland, some yomping and then tracks, a few other short climbs. Nice views. Long descent mostly gentle and some nice woodland."
Leader:Gwawr & Nick Tuffnell 01597 851476
"Many people will know it as The Pound for those who don't, take A483 towards Newtown. Llanbister is about 9miles north of Llandod. Take B4356, a right hand turn off A483, stay on this road approx 2 miles. It climbs and descends to a small stream. Just over the bridge there is sharp left hand turn signposted Llanbadan Fynydd. Take this left hand turn and park on left on waste ground after about 100 yards."
Start Point:OS Exploror 214 SO136 744
What 3 words:useful.personal.jolt
Conditions:The walk is moderate 7.5 miles possibly most climbing at start 100 metres in a kilometre and a half. Then gentle up and downs.
Leader:Dave Osborn 07733 968202
"Start at 11 o'clock. A wander round the Begwms, with lunch at the Roundabout. Very easy with the option to go straight to the lunch point."
Start Point:Map 188 162 442
What 3 words:bought.ecologist.count
Conditions:3.5 miles There is a short climb to the roundabout
Leader:"Cheryl, Lizzie, Geraldine & Gwawr 01597 502350"
The starting point is the same as the last time I led a walk up there East : 311762 North 237763. The walk will be over the moorland and if the weather holds some stunning views.
Start Point:SO118377
What 3 words:benched.year.laughs
Conditions:7 - 7.5 miles with a couple of gentle uphill stretches
Leader:Gareth Jones 01982 560431
Starting at the Arch car park. Taking in Hafod Estate and the Ystwyth valley and returning on the Cambrian Way.
Start Point:SN766756
What 3 words:functions.chilled.strain
Conditions:" 8 miles, total ascent 450m. There are several stiles but all in good condition."
Leader:Peter Loughran 01597 822512
Parking is below Hay Bluff.
Start Point:SO 239 372
What 3 words:detergent.typified.perfume
Conditions:9.25 Miles. Total ascent is 1325ft Climbing up Hay Bluff on the Offa�s Dyke Path and descending steeply from the Cat�s Back. Return route is in the valley and is a long gentle climb back to the cars.
Leader:Geraldine King 01597 822512
"Parking in the carpark at Pont ar Elan. The takes us up from the Elan Valley to cross the mountains before descending to the Wye Valley. Then after a short level stretch it is back up to cross the mountains again to return to Pont ar Elan via one, or maybe two, ancient cairns. Spectacular views throughout."
Start Point:SN 90290 71516
What 3 words:sorry.wired.voted
Conditions:"Approx. 6 miles with 1423 ft of ascent and, hopefully, the same amount of descent! Good paths for most of the way with a little light yomping thrown in. Small amount of minor road walking."
Leader:Graham Taylor 07719001655 or 01597811371
Due to rail uncertancies we will not be taking the train but will start at Cynghordy Station at 1030.
Start Point:Map 187 Ref 802 406
What 3 words:loudness.beaters.visions
Conditions:"6.5 - 7 miles, Couple of climbs, nothing too difficult."
Leader:Jill Willey 01597 811373 07594 443459
Good views over Gorllwyn Hill (613 metres)
Start Point:Map 200 949 531
What 3 words:throat.spike.empty
Conditions:6�miles Total climbing approx 150M/500ft. There are streams so bags may be needed!
Leader:Pete Averill 01597 824869
Archive 108 in reverse with New Starting point in Llanddewi Ystradenni
Start Point:200 GR 108689
What 3 words:swanky.fades.eased
Conditions:Plenty of on street parking. Muddy in parts and some road works.Few stiles but many gates. Some up and down.
Leader:Alan Fay 01982 551808 07510 900240
Starting at Knill church
Start Point:SO 291605
What 3 words:workbench.musician.youth
Conditions:7.5 miles with 2 climbs
Leader:Peter Loughran 01597 822512
"The 512 bus leaves Aberystwyth at 10.44 and arrives in Borth at 11.11. Returning along the coastal path, which is well sign-posted."
Start Point:
Conditions:"6 Miles. A typical coastal path I suppose, with quite a lot of ups and downs to the beach. It�s not hard though"
Leader:Cheryl Davies 07957571991
"Start point - Gro car park Llanidloes. This car park is well used and it may be necessary to leave cars at Mount Lane car park, Church Lane car park, or in an unrestricted street parking space. Return by bus from Llandinham - a chance to use bus passes! If we make good progress on the walk we will catch the 15.28 at Llandinam. Otherwise we'll be on the 16.28. Journey time back to Llanidloes is about 15 minutes."
Start Point:SN 952 845
What 3 words:clotting.juniors.earth
Conditions:7 miles moderate.
Leader:Alan Austin 01597 811051 07791 775612
Parking (permission to be granted) in the carpark of the Baron of Bucknell pub.The walk is a mixture of woodland/forest and open hills. Amongst the usual ups and downs to be found in the South Shropshire countryside. Great views!
Start Point:Map 201 352741
What 3 words:premature.cherished.dumpling
Conditions:"Approx. 7 miles There is one long, steady climb (not steep) and one shorter but steeper. Mainly forest and farm tracks, uneven, muddy and slippery in places."
Leader:Nick Tuffnell 01597 851476
"Start/Parking: Kington Pay and Display Car Park. After a short walk through Kington we follow the River Arrow to Titley Junction, then past Titley Pool and Eywood. There is one steeper climb up Eywood Lane."
Start Point:Map 201 Ref: 295 565
What 3 words:glorified.form.generals
Conditions:"About 8 Miles. Views, woodland, river, lanes, and more than likely muddy fields!"
Leader:Janet 07760 413292
Car park below Elan valley tea rooms. A short walk followed by lunch. A shorter flatter version may also be on offer!
Start Point:
What 3 words:solar.formed.freshest
Conditions:"Grahan needs to know by email by MONDAY the 23rd May:1. Are you coming on the old friends walk on the 25th? 2. What your menu choices are? 3. Are you walking, lunching or both?"
Leader:Graham grahamctaylor@outlook.com
A walk near the lake in LLandrindod Wells. Click on info to see details.
Start Point:
What 3 words:thunder.scars.niece
Conditions:4.47 miles (ish). Some nice views. Bit boggy when we get back to 'dod.
Leader:Mike Roberts 01597 822879 07861 888008
Start on some common land in Llandeilo Graban close to a property called Pen-y-Graig.
Start Point:
What 3 words:cork.dips.grants
Conditions:7 Miles.
Leader:Gareth Jones 01982 560431
"Hopefully we will be able to park behind the Neuadd Arms Hotel, however, if this is full, there is another car park off Victoria Road. There isn't actually a parking sign to alert you to the lane taking you down to it but the grid ref is: SN 878 467. There is a bridge there to get over the river so people can congregate at the hotel before setting off. Failing that it will be every man/woman for themselves and find street parking. Whichever, we will start at 10.30am from the front of the hotel."
Start Point:SN 879 467
What 3 words:upholds.plantings.locals
Conditions:"1012ft of ascent overall. Certainly one major ascent and a steep descent in the woods. The walk has two potential routes depending on the state of the river. If we can't cross via the stepping stones the walk will be around 8 miles. If we can use the stepping stones, it will be about 7.5 miles. Fingers crossed for good weather!"
Leader:Geraldine King 01597 822512
"It is easy to get lost on Llandeilo Hill. Especially in mist, a compass (and/or GPS navigator) is recommended. There is a reasonable path but its course is not obvious. Some excellent views. An interesting waterfall near 105461. Hopefully the weather will be clear! It will be an enhanced version of this walk..."
Start Point:SO 081 443
What 3 words:gobbles.delivers.sympathy
Conditions:6 Miles About 1� miles of road. Mainly open moorland tracks.
Leader:Alan Fay 01982 551808 07510 900240
Parking at the car park close to Nantgwyllt church.
Start Point:SN 90952 63867
What 3 words:cling.glitter.loudness
Conditions:6.5 to 7 Miles. Steady climb away through the forest before descending to the Claerwen Valley to see waterfalls and cross a hidden wooden bridge which is rarely used. Steady climb after lunch to get great views of Caban Goch and the unfinished dam. 1306 ft of ascent. Well established paths for most of the way with the rest on tarmac.
Leader:Graham Taylor - 01597811371 and 07719001655
Start Point:Map 200.SO 053 713
What 3 words:golden.evolves.strange
Conditions:"7 to 7.5 Miles Tracks,grass,byway,footpaths,forest,farmland and great views. 2.5 Miles of gentle climbing up to 450ft"
Leader:Jill Willey 01597 811373 07594 443459
Start at Forestry Car Park at the top of Mutton Dingle.
Start Point:SO 205618
What 3 words:remodels.officials.drew
Conditions:8 miles It is all on good tracks apart from one short section where some yomping is required over the moor. This can get quite boggy after rain but was fine when I did it a few days ago. Quite a bit of the walk is in the Radnor Forest. There are also large sections with superb views - weather permitting. There is not a great deal of climbing as we start from the car park at the top of Mutton Dingle.
Leader:Jo McShane 07498 489028
Parking is on the common
Start Point:SO 183 418
What 3 words:only.overjoyed.sweat
Conditions:7.0 miles Walking mainly through fields with a few small sections of road. There are several stiles on the outward leg. Some not in very good condition. Could be very muddy and wet under foot in places.
Leader:Dave Briggs 01497 842711 07926 261709
"Another Builth and beyond. Moelfre ,HOW and back."
Start Point:Map188 028 498
What 3 words:monkey.roadshow.jokes
Conditions:"road....grass ...turnips...stream...grass/mud...road...coffeetrack...very muddy...track..footpath... lunch....track...road,road..Up and down...most of the way...First section before coffee ..okay for casual walkers."
Leader:Alan Fay 01982 551808 07510 900240
To get to the start turn off at Erwood Craft Centre and go about 1.7 miles down the back road to Llanstephen Bridge and we will park on a very wide verge on the left hand side. Coffee and / or lunch will be in the churchyard of Llanstephen Church (TBC). There is a mile loop just before lunch if someone wanted a shorter walk around llanstephen church.
Start Point:SO112418
What 3 words:taking.culling.fade
Conditions:7 Miles. No significant length of steep up hill but it the first half of the walk will be generally up hill. There will be one length of between 300 and 400 yards of very steep downhill on a road.
Leader:Gareth Jones 01982 560431
Parking at the well signed public car park in Llangurig. Walk no. 127 on the archives.
Start Point:SN 90863 79770
What 3 words:lemons.solo.collides
Conditions:Conditions:6.5 to 7 Miles. Muddy in places but generally stable conditions underfoot. 1522 ft of ascent which means a fair bit of up and down but nothing too steep. Final descent on tarmac. Spectacular views and we can get up close and personal with the Llangurig wind turbines. Also a chance to dip your toes in Marsh�s Pool
Leader:Graham 01597 811371 or 07719001655.
"Parking is by a disused quarry. Brondre-Fawr Hill, Davids Well and Red Lion Hill."
Start Point:Map 214. SO 050 773
What 3 words:gossip.cigar.flopping
Conditions:"Approx 7 miles, not a lot of ascent, mostly good paths/tracks, though a bit boggy in places. We start high and keep high, so good views if weather clear. Might be problematic getting to start of walk if icy or snowy."
Leader:Geraldine King 01597 822512
"Start point, Bleddfa Centre car park (we have permission to use)"
Start Point:SO 206 683
What 3 words:truffles.occupy.pipe
Conditions:6.25 miles One steady climb from the village in the direction of Fishpools. No very steep ups or dwns no stiles - Plenty of mud!
Leader:Alan Austin 01597 811051 07791 775612
Parking (permission to be granted) in the carpark of the Baron of Bucknell pub.The walk is a mixture of woodland/forest and open hills. Amongst the usual ups and downs to be found in the South Shropshire countryside. Great views!
Start Point:Map 201 352741
What 3 words:premature.cherished.dumpling
Conditions:"Approx. 7 miles There is one long, steady climb (not steep) and one shorter but steeper. Mainly forest and farm tracks, uneven, muddy and slippery in places."
Leader:Nick Tuffnell 01597 851476
Start at Painscastle village hall. Route takes us up on to Llanbedr Hill and down to Llanbedr hamlet. Then on to the Begwms via Llanddewi Fach.
Start Point:SO 16584 46335
What 3 words:sedative.leaky.uncle
Conditions:7.5 miles. 400m of ascent There is a shorter option of 5 miles and 200m of ascent.
Leader:Peter Loughran 01597 822512
Based on Walk 77 from the archives. Start at the car park on the left at the top of the hill from Howey towards Hundred House. Lovely views.
Start Point:SO081568
What 3 words:estimates.inclines.reworked
Conditions:"6 Miles Some steep sections. Very wet in places. No road or stiles. Lots of common land with ""Yomping"" through gorse, bracken etc."
Leader:"Cheryl, Lizzie, Geraldine & Gwawr 01597 502350"
Plenty of parking on grass verge near Church. Great views.
Start Point:map 200 968 557
What 3 words:quintet.simply.drags
Conditions:"6 and a half miles approx. Total climbing 1132ft approx Be prepared for some steepness. About a quarter on roads, quarter in woods and forest. Stream crossing may require bags around feet."
Leader:Jill Willey 01597 811373 07594 443459
The start � street parking at SO 10850 68936. Steady climb through Dol-wen wood and over common land to the top of Maelienydd at 361 metres. Return with splendid view passing nearby Fort Gaer.
Start Point:SO 10850 68936
What 3 words:buddy.streamers.cheeks
Conditions:6 miles Total climbing approx 869ft
Leader:Graham Taylor 07719001655 or 01597811371
Starting at Brecfa Pool (just on from where Dave Briggs led his walk from an few weeks ago). The walk is around Llangoed / Brechfa Common's with Coffee and lunch both being taken at a trig point on Mynydd Forest.
Start Point:
Conditions:"About 7.25 miles and has 875 feet of elevation mainly each time we walk up to the Trig point, the first uphill stretch is quite gentle with the second one being shorter but a bit steeper, but still quite easy."
Leader:Gareth Jones 01982 560431
Ditchyeld Bridge to Discoed taking in Offa�s Dyke Path. It�s a lollypop walk
Start Point:SO279607
What 3 words:culminate.blinking.scariest
Conditions:6.5 miles Total ascent 1420 ft. 1 steep hard pull up from Discoed.
Leader:Geraldine King 01597 822512