All posts by Tony Ellis

All 20 Walks 2025

All 20 Walks for 2025 will appear here from 15th March 2025

Location: Our walks set out from
Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)
Refreshments will be available in the Hall both before and after your walk. (See ‘our cafe’.)  Please stay and socialise!


Click on the map to see the rough location of these walks.
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 will be uneven and sometimes wet and slippery underfoot; it isn’t like walking on pavements!

Booking:
Booking does not open until 15 March.

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

Please note that, although we make no charge for our walks, we do ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). More details on our funding page.


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A Wybrnant Wander 25

Friday 16th May, 2025

A Wybrnant Wander

This scenic walk will take us high above the Lledr Valley, where we will be treated to some stunning mountain views. On the way we will hike along an ancient drovers road and through upland farmland and woodland, returning to Dolwyddelan along the Afon Lledr and its dramatic gorge.
At the centre of our walk is the 16th Century farmhouse, Tŷ Mawr Wybrnant, the birthplace of Bishop William Morgan, whose work translating the Bible into Welsh helped ensure the survival of the language. We will be given a private tour of the house and hopefully a paned!
This is a moderate, all-day hike, with some steep sections early on. Sturdy waterproof hiking boots are a must as there will be very uneven, wet, muddy and slippery sections underfoot, as well as plenty of boggy terrain.

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

Distance:  7 Miles / 11km.  Please confirm Distance

Grade:  Moderate.  Please confirm grade (for guidance click on Walk gradings )

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 will be uneven and sometimes wet and slippery underfoot; it isn’t like walking on pavements!

Departure time:  10.00 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)
Minibus out and back

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

Walk Leaders:  Marianne Siddorn & Kate Reeves

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

 

Booking: To book a place, please click on the Eventbrite button below (opens in a new tab).
Booking does not open until 15 March.

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

Please note that, although we make no charge for our walks, we do ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). More details on our funding page.


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Refreshing Riverside Ramble

Sunday 18th May, 2025

Refreshing Riverside Ramble

On this scenic walk – through meadows and forest paths – which follows the Betws to Capel Curig section of the Snowdonia Slate Trail, we’ll initially never be far from the river Llugwy, and its numerous falls, including the famous Swallow Falls. As we approach the end of the walk we’ll get great views over the mountains.

The walk will end at Plas y Brenin at Capel Curig, where we can have a cuppa / pint while waiting for our minibus back to Trefriw.

Duration:  All day.  Please bring a packed lunch.

Distance:  6½ miles / 11 km              Please confirm Distance

Grade:  Easy/moderate                   Please confirm grade (for guidance click on Walk gradings )

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 will be uneven and sometimes wet and slippery underfoot; it isn’t like walking on pavements!

Departure time:  10.30 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)
Minibus back to Trefriw
Refreshments will be available in the Hall both before and after your walk. (See ‘our cafe’.)  Please stay and socialise!

Walk Leaders:  Mat Hancox, Matthew Driver


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

 

Booking: To book a place, please click on the Eventbrite button below (opens in a new tab).
Booking does not open until 15 March.

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

Please note that, although we make no charge for our walks, we do ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). More details on our funding page.


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Moelwyn Meander 25

Sunday 18th May, 2025

Moelwyn Meander

In a less frequented but still magnificent corner of the national park, we will circumnavigate Moel yr hydd and traverse the most beautiful balcony walk in Eryri. We will wander through old quarry workings, travel past Llyn Cwmorthin and Llyn Stwlan and wonder at the brutalist beauty of Trawsfynydd in the distance.

Duration:  All day.  Please bring a packed lunch.

Distance:  6 Miles 10 km     Please confirm Distance

Grade:  Moderate / Strenuous  Please confirm grade (for guidance click on Walk gradings )
There’s no scrambling but you will need a head for heights and might occasionally need to use a hand. It is very boggy, as well as lots of slate paths – please wear suitable boots.

Departure time:  8.15 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)
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:  Charlotte Evans, Simona Bacanu


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

 

Booking: To book a place, please click on the Eventbrite button below (opens in a new tab). Limit: 8 places
Booking does not open until 15 March.

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

Please note that, although we make no charge for our walks, we do ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). More details on our funding page.


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Carneddau High 25

Sunday 18th May, 2025

Carneddau High

A Carneddau walk starting near Llanbedr-y-Cennin, high above the Conwy valley.
We’ll be heading up from bwlch-y-gaer taking a path rising above the mysterious Dulyn and Melynllyn reservoirs to the ridge around Carnedd Gwenllian and Foel Grach.
We’ll descend down into Cwm Eigiau beneath the glowering cliffs of Carnedd Llewellyn making our way back over to Llyn Cowlyd, where we’ll be picked-up and ride back to Trefriw.

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

Distance:  11 Miles / 18km  Please confirm Distance

Grade: Strenuous (High) Mountain   Please confirm grade (for guidance click on Walk gradings )
This walk is remote, in parts boggy, and it can be cold on the tops, even in May.  Please ensure that you have warm, waterproof clothing and good boots. Gaiters would not be out of order in places.

Departure time:  8.15 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)
Minibus out and back
Refreshments will be available in the Hall both before and after your walk. (See ‘our cafe’.)  Please stay and socialise!

Walk Leaders:  Nick Livesey, Mike Bolsover, Brian Watson


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

 

Booking: To book a place, please click on the Eventbrite button below (opens in a new tab).
Booking does not open until 15 March.

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

Please note that, although we make no charge for our walks, we do ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). More details on our funding page.


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Early Bird 25 Sunday

Sunday 18th May, 2025

Early Bird Sunday

Enjoy the dawn chorus on an early morning walk in the countryside near Trefriw with some local bird watchers.
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! (except for the Carneddau High walk leaving at 08.15am)

Duration:  A maximum of 3 hours

Distance:  Please confirm Distance

Grade:  Easy / Moderate:  Please confirm grade (for guidance click on Walk gradings )

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 will be uneven and sometimes wet and slippery underfoot; it isn’t like walking on pavements!

Departure time:  6:00 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)
NOTE – This walk meets at Gowers car park, not at the village hall.
Refreshments will be available in the Hall both before and 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.

 

Booking: To book a place, please click on the Eventbrite button below (opens in a new tab).
Booking does not open until 15 March.

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

Please note that, although we make no charge for our walks, we do ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). More details on our funding page.


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Bluebells and Cake 25

Saturday 17th May, 2025

Bluebells and Cake

Join us for the walk that attracts many visitors to Trefriw– the classic round which takes in Llyn Crafnant and Llyn Geirionydd.
From Trefriw we ascend past the Fairy Falls and onto the edge of Gwydir Forest.
Gwydir Forest was mentioned in written texts at least 500 years ago, and we’ll certainly witness
some of its history, passing old mine works, the infamous Klondike mill and the monument to the bard, Taliesin.

The views from both lakes are stunning. We’ll take a break for lunch and there will be plenty of opportunity
to talk to your guides about the area along the way. At Llyn Crafnant we’ll walk ½ mile along its shore
to the lakeside cafe (which is where the cake comes in!)

After completing our visit to the two lakes we’ll head back to the Trefriw. If the seasons are kind to us,
we’ll take in the vast and stunning field of bluebells as we return to the village

Duration:  All day.  Please bring a packed lunch.

Distance:  6 miles / 10 km Please confirm Distance

Grade:  Easy / Moderate  Please confirm grade (for guidance click on Walk gradings )

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 will be uneven and sometimes wet and slippery underfoot; it isn’t like walking on pavements!

Departure time:  10.30 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)
Refreshments will be available in the Hall both before and after your walk. (See ‘our cafe’.)  Please stay and socialise!

Walk Leaders:  Lara Martin & Stuart Martin


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

 

Booking: To book a place, please click on the Eventbrite button below (opens in a new tab).
Booking does not open until 15 March.

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

Please note that, although we make no charge for our walks, we do ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). More details on our funding page.


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Discover Dolgarrog 25

Saturday 17th May, 2025

Discover Dolgarrog, its history and natural history)

Dolgarrog is a small village situated on the western side of the Conwy Valley a few miles north of Trefriw.

2025 marks the 100th Anniversary of the Dolgarrog Dam disaster when one of the then newly built dams above the village, created to provide water for the villages Aluminium works burst and claimed the lives of sixteen of its residents.

Duration:  All day.  Please bring a packed lunch.

Distance: About 6 miles / 10 km

Grade:  Moderate, Moderate, Steep uneven paths for both ascent and descent otherwise good paths. The climb up out of the Conwy Valley is about 300m

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 will be uneven and sometimes wet and slippery underfoot; it isn’t like walking on pavements!

Departure time:  10.45 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)
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:  Pete Kay & Greg Grundy


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

 

Booking: To book a place, please click on the Eventbrite button below (opens in a new tab).
Booking does not open until 15 March.

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

Please note that, although we make no charge for our walks, we do ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). More details on our funding page.


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On our Doorstep 25

Saturday 17th May, 2025

On Our Doorstep

You may know that there is a series of walks around Trefriw called the Trefriw Trails. What we’ll be doing here is a lovely walk which combines part of four different trails, to make a 7-mile loop, never too far from the village itself.

The walk is undulating, with a total of 1,000 ft of ascent, and sees us on forest paths and on field paths.

Duration:  All day.  Please bring a packed lunch.

Distance:  7 miles / 11 km     Please Confirm Distance

Grade:  Moderate                      Please confirm grade (for guidance click on Walk gradings )

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 will be uneven and sometimes wet and slippery underfoot; it isn’t like walking on pavements!

Departure time:  10.00 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)
Refreshments will be available in the Hall both before and after your walk. (See ‘our cafe’.)  Please stay and socialise!

Walk Leaders:  Jan Blaskiewicz and Karen Martindale


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

 

Booking: To book a place, please click on the Eventbrite button below (opens in a new tab).
Booking does not open until 15 March.

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

Please note that, although we make no charge for our walks, we do ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). More details on our funding page.


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The Crafnant Horseshoe 25

Saturday 17th May, 2025

Crafnant Horseshoe

Not for the faint-hearted, this is possibly the toughest walk of the three days, and will demand a good level of fitness. We will be walking the route of the Trefriw Mill Fell Race, with a total ascent of about 4000′  (that’s higher than Snowdon!)

Ascending firstly up the ridge of Cefn Cyfarwydd – the ridge behind Trefriw – we head along its broad top to the peaks of Creigiau Gleision, from where there are incredible views over to the Glyders and the Snowdon Massif, but also down to the coast. After bagging the lesser tops of Craiglwyn, Craig Wen and the Crimpiau, we descend to Llyn Crafnant, then head over Mynydd Deulyn to Llyn Geirionydd on our way back to Trefriw.

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

Distance: about 11 miles / 17.5 km Please Confirm Distance

Grade: Strenuous (High) Mountain      Please confirm grade (for guidance click on Walk gradings )
This area is remote, one part is boggy, and it can be cold on the tops, even in May.  Please ensure that you have warm, waterproof clothing and good boots. Gaiters would not be out of order in places.

Departure time:  09.30 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)
Refreshments will be available in the Hall both before and after your walk. (See ‘our cafe’.)  Please stay and socialise!

Walk Leaders:  Colin Devine & Nick Denney


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

 

Booking: To book a place, please click on the Eventbrite button below (opens in a new tab).
Booking does not open until 15 March.

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

Please note that, although we make no charge for our walks, we do ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). More details on our funding page.


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In the Footsteps of Miners

Saturday 17th May, 2025

In the Footsteps of Miners

Join us for a fascinating journey through some of the more hidden relics of our local slate mining heritage, a landscape recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2021. Our route is in the Blaenau Ffestiniog and Cwm Penmachno area and will include part of the renowned National Slate Trail, offering a unique glimpse into the region’s industrial past.

This full-day hike will lead us through a series of abandoned mining villages, past stunning lakes, and culminate in summiting one of the area’s local mountains. From the summit, you’ll be treated to breathtaking panoramic views of this historic landscape. Along the way, the remote terrain offers a chance to spot a variety of wildlife, so don’t forget your binoculars and camera!

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

Distance:  9.5 Miles  15 km     Please Confirm Distance

Grade:  Moderate: Please confirm grade (for guidance click on Walk gradings )
The hike lasts between 5 and 6 hours, plus breaks, with an elevation gain of over 2,000 feet.  Sturdy, waterproof hiking boots are essential due to the varied and rugged terrain.

Departure time:  09.30 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)       
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:  Marianne Siddorn & Maria Denny


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

 

Booking: To book a place, please click on the Eventbrite button below (opens in a new tab).
Booking does not open until 15 March.

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

Please note that, although we make no charge for our walks, we do ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). More details on our funding page.


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Walking for wellbeing 25

Friday 16th May, 2025

Walking for wellbeing

Join us for a meditative walk with a focus on depth of connection rather than distance travelled. Research shows that connection with nature is a more powerful predictor of wellbeing than time spent in nature. The intention for this walk is for participants to leave with new experiences and ideas about how to connect with and benefit from nature in their daily lives.

Our route will be an hour’s gentle walk from Gwydir Uchaf chapel along paths on the edge of Gwydir Forest.  There will be a pauses to learn about and practice nature connection before, during and after the walk, as well as a visit to the impressive and peaceful chapel.

Duration:  Half Day

Distance:  3 mi / 5 km    Please confirm Distance

Grade:  Easy  Please confirm grade (for guidance click on Walk gradings )

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 will be uneven and sometimes wet and slippery underfoot; it isn’t like walking on pavements!

Departure time:  1.00 p.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)
Car Share to and from Trefriw
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:  Liz Burnside and Lara Martin


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

 

Booking: To book a place, please click on the Eventbrite button below (opens in a new tab).
Booking does not open until 15 March.

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

Please note that, although we make no charge for our walks, we do ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). More details on our funding page.


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Cwm Idwal 25

Friday 16th May, 2025

Cwm Idwal National Nature Reserve

Join us for a circular walk that whilst not very challenging offers spectacular mountain scenery including views of Tryfan, the Glyderau and the mysterious Devil’s Kitchen.

As well as a place of legend it is also renowned  for its natural history and fascinating geology.

The light (and weather) in this glacial valley changes constantly. Legend tells us that the lake is named after Idwal, the son of Owain of Gwynedd who drowned there and it is said that no bird
has since flown over the lake’s surface.

Let’s go and see if that’s true!

Duration:  Half day, but bring refreshments and plenty to drink

Distance:  2.5 Miles / 4 km  

Grade:  Moderate:  A medium length walk which may contain some shorter steeper slopes and uneven ground.
Sturdy boots and wet weather clothing recommended.

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 will be uneven and sometimes wet and slippery underfoot; it isn’t like walking on pavements!

Departure time:  11.00 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)
Minibus out and back
Refreshments will be available in the Hall both before and after your walk. (See ‘our cafe’.)  Please stay and socialise!

Walk Leaders:  Geraldine Thomas and Terry Smith


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

 

Booking: To book a place, please click on the Eventbrite button below (opens in a new tab).
Booking does not open until 15 March.

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

Please note that, although we make no charge for our walks, we do ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). More details on our funding page.


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Stroll And Sketch 25

Friday 16th May, 2025

Stroll and Sketch

Join us for a day of sketching and painting at the beautiful RSPB nature reserve in Conwy.
Everyone, experienced artist or beginner, is welcome.
It’s about connecting with nature, not a painting competition! The walking time is about 1h at a relaxed pace, with stops at bird hides to enjoy and sketch the views.
We will be providing all materials.

We will be car sharing to the reserve. If you don’t have an RSPB membership, the entry fee is £6.
There are two mobility scooters available at no extra cost—just let us know when you register.  There is a lovely simple cafe on site but feel free to bring a flask and packed lunch.
Binoculars and a camping chair may also be quite handy.

We can’t wait to share this fun experience with you!

Duration:  All day.  Please bring a packed lunch. Walking time about 1 hour

Distance:  Please confirm distance

Grade:  Easy Please confirm grade (for guidance click on Walk gradings )

This walk is accessible for mobility scooters
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 will be uneven and sometimes wet and slippery underfoot.

Departure time:  10.30 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)
Car Share out and back
Refreshments will be available in the Hall both before and after your walk. (See ‘our cafe’.)  Please stay and socialise!

Walk Leaders:  Cate Bolsover  Maria Denney


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

 

Booking: To book a place, please click on the Eventbrite button below (opens in a new tab).
Booking does not open until 15 March.

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

Please note that, although we make no charge for our walks, we do ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). More details on our funding page.


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Hike and Dip 25

Friday 16th May, 2025

Hike and Dip

A chance to unwind with a dip in the enchanting Gwydir Forest.

Two groups will be able to enjoy a walk and a dip. One, leaving from the Village hall hiking up towards Llyn y Parc with a rewarding dip at the end before travelling back in the minibus. The other travelling out by Minibus for a dip, followed by a leisurely walk back to Trefriw.

Upon reaching the lake, you can change into your swimwear or wetsuit, and load up your waterproof bag (also provided).  You will then slip into the calm waters of the lake and swim as much or as little as you like. The swim is part of the journey and at journeys end you will be met with the Gone Swimming traditional hot drinks and post-swim cakes .

The speed and distance is up to you but you must be able to swim confidently.

Please bring warm clothes including hat and gloves. Flip-flops/Crocs are useful for managing stony ground.

Duration:  All day.   Swim time : 3 hrs  Walking : 3 hrs
Please bring a packed lunch.

Distance:  4 mi / 6 km

Grade:  Easy / Moderate

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 will be uneven and sometimes wet and slippery underfoot; it isn’t like walking on pavements!

Departure time:  09.30 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)
Minibus Out and Back
Refreshments will be available in the Hall both before and after your walk. (See ‘our cafe’.)
Please stay and socialise!

Walk Leaders:  Mat Hancox & Matthew Driver
Ffit Conwy Instructors: Roger Pierce & Zac Pierce


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

 

Booking: To book a place, please click on the Eventbrite button below (opens in a new tab).
Booking does not open until 15 March.

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

Please note that, although we make no charge for our walks, we do ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). More details on our funding page.


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Tryfan 25

Friday 16th May, 2025

Tryfan North Ridge

Tryfan’s rocky North Ridge is an iconic grade 1 scramble and is one of the most popular routes in the UK.

Tryfan or Tri faen –  3 rocks – stands proud above the Ogwen Valley. At 918m it is one of the fourteen 3,000 ft peaks in Wales.

We will be scrambling up from the valley floor – in the footsteps of mountaineers George Mallory and Sir Edmond Hilary, of Everest fame – to its summit which is crowned by two fabled standing stones, Sion a Sian or Adam and Eve.

We will have an early start to avoid the crowds and enjoy a well earned lunch break high above the Ogwen Valley, returning via the South Summit and Llyn Bochlwyd.

There will be some steep, rocky and exposed sections so a steady head for heights will be required. This scramble is for fit and experienced walkers only

Remember that it will be much colder on the tops, even in May.  Please ensure that you have good, warm,
waterproof clothing, including hat and gloves, and suitable sturdy boots (no trainers).

Duration:  All day.  Please bring a packed lunch.

Distance:  Please Confirm Distance

Grade:  Strenuous mountain, with a long section of grade 1 scramble. Exposed in places. 

Departure time:  08.30 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)
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:  Leo Scheltinga,  Paul Newell


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

Booking: Max:  8   Walkers
To book a place, please click on the Eventbrite button below (opens in a new tab). Limit: 8 places
Booking does not open until 15 March.

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

Please note that, although we make no charge for our walks, we do ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). More details on our funding page.


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Crimpiau 25

Friday 16th May, 2025

Crimpiau 

Crimpiau is a stunning mountain viewpoint between Llyn Crafnant and Capel Curig,
and despite being only 475m / 1,558 ft high, many describe it as one of the best viewpoints in Snowdonia.

(Crimpiau is pronounced locally ‘Crimp – ee – a’, meaning hard sharp edge; ridge, spur; ledge.)

We’ll be taking the minibus to Capel Curig, then taking a scenic walk back to Trefriw,
making a small steep detour to ascend Crimpiau.
It’s a great walk with lovely views from start to finish.

Duration:  All day.  Please bring a packed lunch.

Distance: 10 miles / 16 km

Grade:  Moderate/strenuous  (mostly moderate, though with a steepish ascent to Crimpiau itself)

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 will be uneven and sometimes wet and slippery underfoot; it isn’t like walking on pavements!

Departure time:  09.00 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)  We’ll be taking a minibus to Ty Hyll

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

Walk Leaders:  Tony Ellis,  Nigel Thomas.


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

 

Booking: To book a place, please click on the Eventbrite button below (opens in a new tab).
Booking does not open until 15 March.

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

Please note that, although we make no charge for our walks, we do ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). More details on our funding page.


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Friday 16th May, 2025

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Duration:  All day.  Please bring a packed lunch.

Distance:  

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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 will be uneven and sometimes wet and slippery underfoot; it isn’t like walking on pavements!

Departure time:  x.xx a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)
Refreshments will be available in the Hall both before and after your walk. (See ‘our cafe’.)  Please stay and socialise!

Walk Leaders:  name1 and name2


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

 

Booking: To book a place, please click on the Eventbrite button below (opens in a new tab).
Booking does not open until 15 March.

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

Please note that, although we make no charge for our walks, we do ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). More details on our funding page.


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High Mountain Scramble – 24

Friday 17 May, 2024

High Mountain Scramble (Grib Lem)

Grib Lem (“sharp/pointed ridge”) is situated on the northern slopes of Carnedd Dafydd. Hidden away from the hustle and bustle of the Ogwen Valley, this amazing grade 1 scramble really is a forgotten gem of Eryri (Snowdonia), a high quality easy ridge scramble in a stunning mountain setting that finishes on the summit of Carnedd Dafydd – 1,044 m (3,425 ft).

The route is never too difficult, with many options to choose from, and plenty of hand and footholds. And don’t forget to look back every now and then to take in the spectacular views of the ridge and valley.

The photo shows part of Grib Lem. (© Live for the Outdoors). You can see some footage on YouTube here: Crib Lem in Snowdonia

This walk is limited to 8 people. We will be car-sharing to and from Trefriw.

Duration:  All day.  Please bring a packed lunch.

Distance:    5 – 6 miles / 8 – 9 km

Grade:  Strenuous mountain, with a long section of grade 1 scramble. Exposed in places. The height gain is over 800m and much of it is not on a path.

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 will be uneven and sometimes wet and slippery underfoot; it isn’t like walking on pavements!

Suitability:  Fit and experienced mountain walkers. Participants must be used to coping with rough terrain and long days in the mountains.

Remember that it can be much colder at altitude, even in May.  Please ensure that you have good, warm, waterproof clothing, including hat and gloves, and suitable sturdy boots.

Departure time:  9:00 a.m. (car share) from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)
Refreshments will be available in the Hall both before and after your walk. (See ‘our cafe’.)  Please stay and socialise!

Walk Leaders:  Leo Scheltinga & Paul Newell


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


Booking: To book a place, please click on the Eventbrite button below (opens in a new tab).
1 place left.

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

Please note that, although we make no charge for our walks, we do ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). More details on our funding page.


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