Friday 15th May, 2026   08.15 a.m.

The Wild Spine of Ogwen
A Scramble                          Tickets: £12

This an exhilarating Grade 1 scramble in the Glyderau. We rise from Ogwen Cottage and head up to Llyn Idwal. From there we make our way up Senior’s Gully and Senior’s Ridge. On clearing the ridge we summit Glyder Fawr and Glyder Fach, taking in Castell Y Gwynt and the iconic Cantilever Stone — a must for those brave enough to capture a truly memorable photo.
We then descend down through Bwlch Tryfan past lonely Llyn Bochlwyd and back to Ogwen Cottage.

If there is poor weather Devil’s Kitchen and Y Garn is the back-up plan

Duration:  All day.  Please bring a packed lunch, snacks and water.

Distance:  6 Miles / 10 km   

Grade:  Strenuous High Mountain
This scramble is for fit and experienced walkers only. There will be some steep, uneven paths and ill-defined tracks with rocky and exposed sections, so a steady head for heights is needed. It may be wet and slippery underfoot. There may be long periods of ascent and descent, and you may find poles useful. Please ensure that you have good, warm, waterproof clothing, including hat and gloves, and suitable sturdy boots (no trainers).

Transport: Minibus Out and back

Departure time:  08.15 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)  Please arrive 20 minutes before your walk departs

Refreshments will be available in the Hall both before and after your walk. (See ‘our cafe’.)  Please stay and socialise!

Walk Leaders:  Paul Newell and Clive Woosnam

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Price: £12       Why have we started charging for walks?

Click below for  The Wild Spine of Ogwen  Tickets.

Please ensure that you have read the booking information, terms and conditions before you attend any walks.

If this walk is Sold Out, please check closer to the event as we sometimes have cancellations. Please browse our other available walks.

Please note that although we now charge for our walks, we do still ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). to help keep our ticket prices as low as possible. More details on our funding page.

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Friday 15th May, 2026   08.45 a.m.

Elsi in the woods
A peaceful escape into nature               Tickets: £12
Join us for a woodland walk to the tranquil Llyn Elsi, taking in some of the area’s quieter forest paths and hidden corners. At just over 5 miles, this walk offers a peaceful escape into nature, with time to enjoy the calm of the lake and the chance of encountering interesting wildlife along the way. A gently adventurous outing for those who enjoy discovering places off the beaten track.

Duration:  All day.  Please bring a packed lunch.

Distance:  6 Miles / 9.5 km  

Grade: Moderate
This walk has some steep and uneven paths and tracks which may be wet and slippery underfoot. There may be longer periods of ascent, and you may find poles useful. Please dress for the weather and have suitable footwear.

Transport: Car share out and back

Departure time:  08.45 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)  Please arrive 20 minutes before your walk departs.

Note : This walk will use Car Share to access the start of the walk.
Please make sure you register at the village hall above first.

Refreshments will be available in the Hall both before and after your walk. (See ‘our cafe’.)  Please stay and socialise!

Walk Leaders:  Maria Denny & Marianne Siddorn

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Price: £12       Why have we started charging for walks?

Click below for  Elsi in the Woods  Tickets.

Please ensure that you have read the booking information, terms and conditions before you attend any walks.

If this walk is Sold Out, please check closer to the event as we sometimes have cancellations. Please browse our other available walks.

Please note that although we now charge for our walks, we do still ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). to help keep our ticket prices as low as possible. More details on our funding page.

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Friday 15th May, 2026   09.00 a.m.

Pines, Pews and Panoramas

A walk out from Trefriw and back.                 Tickets: £12

From Trefriw we’ll walk up to the scenic lake of Llyn Parc (between Trefriw and Betws y coed).

Having initially walked over to the area above Gwydir Castle, from there we’ll follow the path overlooking the scenic Conwy valley, up to Llyn Parc. We’ll walk along the lakeside (the lake is 2/3 of a mile long), then we’ll head back to Trefriw through some of the most scenic parts of the Gwydir Forest, including a couple more lovely lakes.

Before we reach Trefriw we’ll be passing Llanrhychwyn Church, one of the oldest in Wales. It was originally established in the 6th century, and the oldest part dates from the late 11th century.
Expect pretty paths and good views throughout.

Duration:  All day.  Please bring a packed lunch.

Distance:  10 Miles / 16 km  

Grade:  Moderate, leisurely but fairly long

This walk has some steep and uneven paths and tracks which may be wet and slippery underfoot. There may be longer periods of ascent, and you may find poles useful. Please dress for the weather and have suitable footwear.

Departure time:  09.00 a.m. fromTrefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)  Please arrive 20 minutes before your walk departs.

Refreshments will be available in the Hall both before and after your walk. (See ‘our cafe’.)  Please stay and socialise!

Walk Leaders: Tony Ellis & Colin Devine

Click on the map to see the rough location of this walk.

Price: £12       Why have we started charging for walks?

Click below for  Pines, Pews, and Panoramas  Tickets.

Please ensure that you have read the booking information, terms and conditions before you attend any walks.

If this walk is Sold Out, please check closer to the event as we sometimes have cancellations. Please browse our other available walks.

Please note that although we now charge for our walks, we do still ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). to help keep our ticket prices as low as possible. More details on our funding page.

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Friday 15th May, 2026   09.30 a.m.

Hike and Wild Swim
Unwind with a dip in the enchanting Gwydir Forest      Tickets: £12

Two groups of up to 10 people will enjoy a walk and a dip in the calm waters of a secluded lake.
The walkers will be accompanied by two of our walk leaders, and the swim will be overseen by Ffit Conwy lifeguards, and open water swim coach Vivienne Rickman.

Having divided into two roughly equal groups – The first group will walk up from Trefriw, arriving at the remote lake for lunch. After a leisurely swim and a hot drink, you’ll walk down to Hafna mine where the minibus will return you to Trefriw – and cake.

The second group will take the minibus up to Hafna mine, and then walk up to the lake. After a relaxing dip, you’ll have lunch with the first group, and then hike back down to Trefriw.

We suggest you bring a rucksack containing:
Plenty of warm layers, Swim gear – including  wetsuit- swim hat and tow floats if you have them, and water shoes or neoprene boots. A changing robe / towel, and woolly hat and gloves for afterwards. Also any personal medication, and a bag for your wet things.
A warm drink and snacks/food for after your swim is a must.

Duration:  All day. Please bring a packed lunch, and hot drinks.

Distance:  5 mi / 8 km for the walk

Grade:  Moderate
This walk has some steep and uneven paths and tracks which may be wet and slippery underfoot. Please dress for the weather and have suitable footwear.

Transport: Minibus one-way, either out, or back.

Departure time:  09:30 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631) Please arrive 20 minutes before your walk departs.

Refreshments will be available in the Hall both before and after your walk. (See ‘our cafe’.)
Please stay and socialise!

Walk Leaders:  Jan Blaskiewicz & Lara Martin
Ffit Conwy Instructors: Roger Pierce & Vivienne Rickman. ( Viv runs Wild Swim sessions – see www.viviennerickman.co.uk)

Click on the map to see the rough location of this walk.

Price: £12       Why have we started charging for walks?

Click below for  Hike and Wild Swim  Tickets.

Please ensure that you have read the booking information, terms and conditions before you attend any walks.

If this walk is Sold Out, please check closer to the event as we sometimes have cancellations. Please browse our other available walks.

Please note that although we now charge for our walks, we do still ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). to help keep our ticket prices as low as possible. More details on our funding page.

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Friday 15th May, 2026   10.15 a.m.

Pilgrim’s Way
Ancient Paths and Holy wells                Tickets: £12

This walk explores a fascinating local section of the North Wales Pilgrim’s Way, following ancient paths and quiet lanes through farmland that has been walked for centuries. Starting at Tal-y-Cafn, the route heads gently towards Rowen, with a pause at the 19th-century Seion Chapel. From there the walk becomes more challenging, climbing the steep ‘Coffin Path’ to the remote church of St Celynnin and its sixth-century holy well, rewarding you with fine views across the Conwy Valley.

A walk rich in history, landscape and atmosphere, led by Trefriw resident Rev Eryl Parry, who featured in the BBC’s 2024 Pilgrimage programme at Llangelynnin.

Duration:  All day.  Please bring a packed lunch.

Distance:  5 Miles / 8 km

Grade: Moderate
This walk has some steep and uneven paths and tracks which may be wet and slippery underfoot. There may be longer periods of ascent, and you may find poles useful. Please dress for the weather and have suitable footwear.

Transport: Minibus out and back

Departure time: 10.15 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631) Please arrive 20 minutes before your walk departs.

Refreshments will be available in the Hall both before and after your walk. (See ‘our cafe’.)  Please stay and socialise!

Walk Leaders: Eryl Parry & Steve Jewett

Click on the map to see the rough location of this walk.

Price: £12       Why have we started charging for walks?

Click below for  Pilgrim’s Way  Tickets.

Please ensure that you have read the booking information, terms and conditions before you attend any walks.

If this walk is Sold Out, please check closer to the event as we sometimes have cancellations. Please browse our other available walks.

Please note that although we now charge for our walks, we do still ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). to help keep our ticket prices as low as possible. More details on our funding page.

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Saturday 16th May, 2026   06.00 a.m.

Early Bird
Gwydir’s morning melodies                  Tickets: £7
Join local birdwatchers for a peaceful early-morning walk around the edges of Gwydir Forest and enjoy the enchanting dawn chorus.
While walking a loop that includes woodland and riverbank, learn how to identify birds by their song.
We will be going at a leisurely pace, though there will be some rough and short steep sections.
The ground may be wet in places. Good boots and binoculars recommended.
There’ll be a hot drink and biscuits waiting for us on our return to the Village Hall, and we’ll be back in sufficient time for you to attend another main walk, if you wish!

Duration:  A maximum of 3 hours

Distance:  2 Miles / 3 km approximately

Grade:  Easy
Please be aware that this is a rural area and that all our walks take us out into the countryside where some parts of paths and tracks can be uneven, steep and at times wet and slippery underfoot. Please dress for the weather and have suitable footwear.

Departure time:  06:00 a.m. (i.e. early!) from the main car park in Trefriw (LL27 0JH, SH781631) opposite the Woollen Mill.

PLEASE NOTE – This walk meets at Gowers car park , not at the village hall.

Refreshments will be available in the Hall after your walk. (See ‘our cafe’.)  Please stay and socialise!

Walk Leaders:  Shaun De Clancy & Cate Bolsover

Click on the map to see the rough location of this walk.

Price: £7    Why have we started charging for walks?

Click below for Early Bird Tickets.

Please ensure that you have read the booking information, terms and conditions before you attend any walks.

If this walk is Sold Out, please check closer to the event as we sometimes have cancellations. Please browse our other available walks.

Please note that although we now charge for our walks, we do still ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). to help keep our ticket prices as low as possible. More details on our funding page.

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Saturday 16th May, 2026   08.00 a.m.

Quarrymen’s Quest
Retracing tragic steps               Tickets: £12

Retracing the steps of three men who, on January 9th, 1865,  set off from Bethesda to walk to the Cwm Eigiau quarry. Walking across the high Carneddau in the depths of winter can easily be fatal……
This walk retraces the route the men intended, across the wild and unforgiving terrain  of the high Carneddau, with bleak fractured summits providing sweeping panoramas of the Eryri coast and mountains.

Duration:  All day. Please bring a packed lunch, snacks and water.

Distance:  10 Miles / 16 km approximately

Grade:  Strenuous
This walk involves sustained ascent and descent in steep, uneven, and rocky terrain. It may be wet and slippery underfoot and include exposed mountain tops. Walkers ideally should be fit and familiar with rough terrain and long walks in the mountains.

Transport: Minibus out and back

Departure time:  08:00 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall(LL27 0JH, SH781631) Please arrive 20 minutes before your walk departs.

Refreshments will be available in the Hall after your walk. (See ‘our cafe’.)  Please stay and socialise!

Walk Leaders:  Colin Devine & Mike Bolsover

Click on the map to see the rough location of this walk.

Price: £12       Why have we started charging for walks?

Click below for  Quarrymen’s Quest  Tickets.

Please ensure that you have read the booking information, terms and conditions before you attend any walks.

If this walk is Sold Out, please check closer to the event as we sometimes have cancellations. Please browse our other available walks.

Please note that although we now charge for our walks, we do still ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). to help keep our ticket prices as low as possible. More details on our funding page.

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Saturday 16 May, 2026   08.45 a.m. 

A Loop through Time
Dolgarrog to Pen y Gaer Iron Age Hill Fort             Tickets: £12

We begin at Dolgarrog’s Dam Disaster Monument and ascend the western flank of the Conwy Valley following seldom-used paths, ancient trackways and quiet lanes. Along the way we’ll uncover how the landscape, wildlife and land use have evolved over the centuries.
The high point is the well-preserved Iron Age hillfort of Pen y Gaer (385m), which also contains Bronze Age burial mounds within its huge walls.

From the summit there are fine views of the Carneddau, the Conwy Valley and beyond. We return along upland terrain, then descend through the ancient woodland of Coed Dolgarrog back to the our vehicles. A walk of history, varied scenery and good views.

Duration:  All day. Please bring a packed lunch, snacks and water.

Distance:   7 Miles / 12 km 

Grade: Moderate
This walk has some steep and uneven paths and tracks which may be wet and slippery underfoot. There may be longer periods of ascent, and you may find poles useful. Please dress for the weather and have suitable footwear.

Transport: Car share out and back

Departure time:  08:45 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631) Please arrive 20 minutes before your walk departs.

Note : This walk will use Car Share to access the start of the walk.
Please make sure you register at the village hall above first.

Refreshments will be available in the Hall after your walk. (See ‘our cafe’.)  Please stay and socialise!

Walk Leaders: Pete Kay & Greg Grundy

Click on the map to see the rough location of this walk.

Price: £12       Why have we started charging for walks?

Click below for  A loop through time  Tickets.

Please ensure that you have read the booking information, terms and conditions before you attend any walks.

If this walk is Sold Out, please check closer to the event as we sometimes have cancellations. Please browse our other available walks.

Please note that although we now charge for our walks, we do still ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). to help keep our ticket prices as low as possible. More details on our funding page.

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Saturday 16th May, 2026   09.15 a.m.

Catching a Dream
A Magical Forest Labyrinth               Tickets: £12

Join us for a guided walk through the beautiful Gwydir Forest to visit Caerdroia, the permanent forest labyrinth created and cared for by Golygfa Gwydyr, volunteers and the local community.

The route is not long, but it is steep, uneven, and can be muddy and slippery in places — sturdy footwear and a reasonable level of fitness are essential.

At Caerdroia, you’ll have time to explore and enjoy this unique woodland space before creating your own natural dream catcher. All materials are provided, and you’re welcome to incorporate small natural finds or personal items that hold meaning for you.

After lunch, we’ll walk back through these beautiful woods, enjoying fresh air, creativity and good company.

Duration:  All Day. Please bring a packed lunch.

Distance:  3.5 Miles / 6 km

Grade: Moderate
This walk has some steep and uneven paths and tracks which may be wet and slippery underfoot. There may be longer periods of ascent, and you may find poles useful. Please dress for the weather and have suitable footwear.

Transport: Car share out and back

Departure time:  09:15 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall(LL27 0JH, SH781631) Please arrive 20 minutes before your walk departs.

Note : This walk will use Car Share to access the start of the walk.
Please make sure you register at the village hall above first.

Refreshments will be available in the Hall after your walk. (See ‘our cafe’.)  Please stay and socialise!

Walk Leaders:  Maria Denney & Liz Burnside

Click on the map to see the rough location of this walk.

Price: £12       Why have we started charging for walks?

Click below for  Catching a Dream  Tickets.

Please ensure that you have read the booking information, terms and conditions before you attend any walks.

If this walk is Sold Out, please check closer to the event as we sometimes have cancellations. Please browse our other available walks.

Please note that although we now charge for our walks, we do still ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). to help keep our ticket prices as low as possible. More details on our funding page.

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