Walking, trail running and cycling routes in Snowdonia, Wales and Great Britain
The Long Mynd is a heath and moorland plateau that sits on the Western flank of Church Stretton in the Shropshire Hills area of outstanding natural beauty (AONB). The Long Mynd is a popular area for walkers and cyclists and boasts stunning views of Caer Caradoc and its satellite peaks to the East, and the …
The Shropshire Hills sit in a designated area of outstanding natural beauty (AONB). There are 50 tops that sit in a beautiful landscape of rolling hills, river valleys, farmland and quaint villages. Bagging all 50 is a wonderful way to explore the Shropshire area, a county rich in history and medieval tales. This route takes …
Bleak by name, bleak by nature. Bleaklow is famed for its extensive, wild moorland and is home to two of the three highest points in the Peak District.. Despite its reputation as an endless, featureless mass of peat bogs, Bleaklow is quite magnificent and much quieter than the honeypots of Mam Tor and Kinder Scout. …
Bleaklow Head Circuit from Old Glossop via Doctor’s Gate Read More »
Helvellyn is one of the most popular mountains in the Lake District – partly due to the superb Striding Edge ridge which is a Lake District classic. That said, Striding Edge is an exposed Grade 1 scramble and may not be everyone’s cup of tea. Fear not, there are numerous other ways to the top …
INTRODUCTION The Kentmere Horseshoe is one of the classic Lakeland routes. It can be completed in a day and is usually done in a clockwise direction but this route goes anti-clockwise and includes an optional wild camp. It starts and finishes in the village of Kentmere, four miles to the north of Staveley. It includes …
The Berwyn Hills are an impressive mountain range and moorland area situated in the North East of Wales, roughly bounded by Llangollen in the northeast, Corwen in the northwest, Bala in the southwest, and Oswestry in the southeast. This is a quiet area due to its proximity with the popular Snowdonia National Park, paths are …
Walk up Cadair Berwyn from Pistyll Rhaeadr – Wild Route Read More »
Glaramara is often overlooked in favour of some of the more popular fells. Once described by film maker Terry Abraham as “Haystacks on steroids”, Glaramara has a wonderful character with its two tops and numerous rocky outcrops. This circular route can be done in either direction and includes a second ‘Wainwright’, Allen Crags. Walk up …
Walk up Glaramara and Allen Crags from Seatoller Read More »
The Sandstone Trail is a 54km long trail from Frodsham in Cheshire to Whitchurch in Shropshire. Established in 1974, the Sandstone Trail was been extended in the 90s to include Frodsham and Witchurch, rather than starting and ending in more remote locations that were difficult to get to by public transport. The trail follows Cheshire’s …
Rhaeadr Ewynnol, or Swallow Falls in English, is one of the most popular landmarks in North Wales. That’s not surprising considering that it can be visited by the masses directly from the A5 road, near the Swallow Falls Hotel. Those of you looking for a more satisfying outing could follow this route from either Llyn …
Swallow Falls Walk from Llyn Sarnau or Betws-y-coed Read More »
Rhaeadr Ewynnol, or the The Swallow falls are a popular destination for tourists to Betws-y-coed and nearby. This route starts from the Ty’n Llwyn viewpoint on the minor road between Ty Hyll, Llyn Sarnau and Betws-y-coed deep in the Gwydyr Forest. The going is good with the walk being way-marked in yellow the whole distance. …
Kinder Scout is the highest point in the Peak District and in Derbyshire, but it’s not a mountain per-se. It’s 10 square kilometres of rugged, windswept peat bog that is home to some of the most remarkable scenery in the country. Its place in history is assured as it was the site of the 1932 …
The Lon Las Ogwen cycle track is a largely traffic free trail that takes you between Bangor and Ogwen, along disused railways and quiet lanes. It connects to the NCN 5 National Cycle route in Bangor, which can be reached largely traffic free from Caernarfon. Lon Ogwen has been designated the National Route 82. The trail involves a …
The Berwyn Hills are an impressive mountain range and moorland area situated in the North East of Wales, roughly bounded by Llangollen in the northeast, Corwen in the northwest, Bala in the southwest, and Oswestry in the southeast. This is a quiet area due to its proximity with the popular Snowdonia National Park, paths are less …
1 – Brief Introduction Kinder Scout is the highest point in the Peak District and in Derbyshire, but it’s not a mountain per se. It’s 10 square kilometres of rugged, windswept peat bog that is home to some of the most remarkable scenery in the country. Its place in history is assured as it was …
Walk up Kinder Scout from Edale via Grindsbrook Clough Read More »
The Buttermere Ridge is a Lake District classic – one to be savoured and saved for a fine day. The ridge route includes the high, rugged fells that stand between Buttermere and Ennerdale. While the ridge may be tackled in either direction, the more typical route is to follow a circuit anti-clockwise with Red Pike …
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Slieve Donard, in the Mourne Mountains, is the highest mountain in Northern Ireland and is most often ascended via the Glen River path from the resort town of Newcastle. Slieve Donard literally translates as: Dónairt’s mountain in Irish. ‘Slieve’ being Irish for mountain and Saint Donard was a Christian missionary who based himself on the mountain. A …
The lowly summit of Mynydd y Dref, or Conwy Mountain, lies about a stone’s throw from the walled town of Conwy. We’d recommend basing yourself in the town for the day, walking this walk first and then exploring Conwy’s town walls, Conwy Castle and the town itself. While Conwy Castle is surely impressive, there’s also …
The Bochlwyd Horseshoe is one of the definitive routes in North Wales, perhaps only bested by the Snowdon Horseshoe. It is one of the most adventurous outings you can have without having to resort to ropes or harnesses and, it takes in a number of the most photographed locations in Snowdonia along the way. We’re …
The route up Great Gable from Honister Slate Mines is one of the most popular route up England’s 4th highest mountain. This circular route takes in the ascent via the easy to follow Moses’ Trod and descends via Green Gable and Brandreth to form a circular route. Moses’ Trod is an old track that joins …
A visit to Coniston is almost unimaginable without climbing its most famed peak; the Old Man of Coniston. It dominates the village with the summit being barely 3km from the centre (although some 600m higher!). It is popular with walkers and tourist alike as several, well-marked paths snake up to the summit. For the peak …
There has been a slate mine at Honister since 1728 and, in its current form, is the last working slate mine in England. At 350m above sea level, it’s a great place to start a walk to one of England’s favourite mountains; Great Gable. Starting from Honister is could be considered cheating, though don’t let …
Walk up Great Gable from Honister Pass via Brandreth Read More »
A visit to Coniston is almost unimaginable without climbing its most famed peak; the Old Man of Coniston. It dominates the village with the summit being barely 3km from the centre (although some 600m higher!). It is popular with walkers and tourist alike as several, well-marked paths snake up to the summit. This route gives you …
Walk up Old Man of Coniston via Dow Crag and the South Rake Read More »
As well as getting to the Scafells, Seathwaite can be used as a starting point for routes up Great Gable. Unlike Wasdale, Seathwaite is a much easier location to reach and has proximity to Keswick. Combine this with ample free parking and fell walkers flock to the area in their droves. This route to Great …
Walk up Great Gable from Seathwaite via Gillercomb Read More »
This is a very short walk along Windermere’s shore at Bowness-on-windermere in the Lake District. The route starts from the Bowness Bay Visitor Information and continues along Glebe Road on an urban walk past shops at Windermere Quays and the marina, before you reach some more greenery and the lakeside at Cockshott Point. Cockshott Point …
