February 4, 2012
by daveroberts
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Here’s yet another route to the summit of Tal y Fan! I don’t think I’ve followed the same route twice to the top, and here’s yet another one. Llanfairfechan makes a wonderfully different starting point for the Carneddau, starting off … Continue reading
October 1, 2011
by daveroberts
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There’s nothing more satisfying than a decent traverse of an entire mountain range. This walk takes you loosely from Conwy over the Carneddau and down to Capel Curig. Navigation can be tricky in some places, and you’ll certainly need to … Continue reading
September 26, 2011
by daveroberts
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This is the most challenging walk in the park. An absolute must if you’re fit enough. Download the GPX File for your GPS device here Distance, Ascent and Time 46km, 3400m, 16hrs OS Map Required Explorer 017, BMC Map, Landranger 115 Difficulties Nav, logistics … Continue reading
September 25, 2011
by daveroberts
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Day 5 of the Eryri Way walk from Rachub to Llanberis. A full route description will follow. There’s a full gallery and a map below to keep you going ’till then.Rachub to Llanberis ew5 Distance, Ascent and Time 14km, 500m, 4 hours … Continue reading
September 25, 2011
by daveroberts
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Day 4 of the Eryri Way walk from Conwy to Rachub. A full route description will follow. There’s a full gallery and a map below to keep you going ’till then. ew4 Distance, Ascent and Time 30km, 1200m, 9 hours OS Map … Continue reading
September 25, 2011
by daveroberts
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Day 3 of the Eryri Way walk from Capel curig to Conwy. A full route description will follow. There’s a full gallery and a map below to keep you going ’till then. ew3 Distance, Ascent and Time 30km, 850m, 7 hours. OS … Continue reading
September 13, 2011
by daveroberts
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This is a straightforward circuit that you can do at almost any time of the year. Starting from Capel Curig, the route travels over moorland, into two beautiful valleys containing lakes, and finally some forestry (there’s got to be a … Continue reading
August 7, 2011
by daveroberts
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This is one of the best walks in the area. If you want to get a feel for these spacious hills, then this walk provides all that. Of course, you could start from the North, or even from Bethesda or the … Continue reading
August 6, 2011
by daveroberts
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This is a different approach to these hills, one that does leave you with difficulty in returning to your start point, but buses do pass through Trefriw. It’s also a route that contrasts along it’s way. You start in a wooded … Continue reading
August 4, 2011
by daveroberts
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It’s always exciting to be trying out new kit. Well, this time, it seemed I had more new kit than tested. New tent, new sleeping bag, new stove and pans and new rucsack. Oh yes, and the boots were new too. … Continue reading
