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Eglwyseg Mountain Walk from Trevor Rocks

By Dave Roberts   

on November 22, 2011    5/5 (1)

Posted as a walk in – Clwydian Range and Dee Valley, Denbighshire, Europe, Wales

Eglwyseg Mountain Walk from Trevor Rocks

Route Essentials

Route Summary

Walk on the Offa’s Dyke along Eglwyseg Mountain near Llangollen

See the end of the article for local information about parking, public transport facilities, pubs and cafes.

Distance

15.64 km

Ascent

413 m

Time

5 hours

Calculate the time using Naismith’s Rule and factor in your own pace.

Start Location

Trevor Rocks near Llangollen - on the Panorama Walk

Difficulty

Hard Walk

Hazards

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Eglwyseg Mountain Walk from Trevor Rocks Ordnance Survey Map and GPX File Download

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Eglwyseg Mountain Walk from Trevor Rocks

The Clwydian hills are probably one of the best kept secrets in North Wales. There are many walking routes in the area, this is one from the official Clwydian AONB site.

Difficulties:
Activity Type: Walks —-Hard Walk
Submitted by: daveroberts

The Route It starts off near Trevor Rocks, I don’t know him so I can’t confirm if he does or not. Following the tops of the limestone cliffs for half the distance, you then return via the Offa’s Dyke Path and the intriguingly named World’s End.

You can download an excellent leaflet and map at the link below for full details of this walk and information about the geology and wildlife you may encounter on the way.

More Information

Local Information and Recommended Maps and Guidebooks

Route Summary:

Walk on the Offa’s Dyke along Eglwyseg Mountain near Llangollen

Route Start Location: Trevor Rocks near Llangollen - on the Panorama Walk

Distance
 Ascent
 Time
15.64 km 413 m 5 hours

Calculate the time using Naismith’s Rule and factor in your own pace.

Activivity Type: Hard Walk

Summits and Places on this Route

Facilities

None on the route, you’ll need to pop into Llangollen.

Hazards

Remember that we cannot outline every single hazard on a walk – it’s up to you to be safe and competent. Read up on Mountain Safety , Navigation and what equipment you’ll need.

Parking : LL20 8EG

Free parking in large layby at start.

Public Transport:

Llangollen is well served with buses from Wrexham area.

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Dave Roberts

Dave Roberts founded Walk Eryri in 2004, with the aim of providing routes that are off the beaten track. Walk Eryri is now part of Mud and Routes which continues to provide more off beat routes and walks in Snowdonia and beyond. Dave has been exploring the hills of Eryri for over thirty years, and is a qualified Mountain Leader. Dave also established Walk up Snowdon, Walk up Scafell Pike and Walk up Ben Nevis just to mention a few.

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