January

Saturday 9^th January		Copper Quarter
Leader: Chris Rees				6 miles
Tel: 07967-716568				Leisurely
Description: A gentle walk from the Morfa Copperworks area that passes through the historic industrial area of Swansea along both sides of the River Tawe. If you have been thinking of trying a group walk for the first time then come along and meet Swansea Ramblers.  We’ll look forward to meeting you. ___________________________ Our walk takes us south from White Rock to the remains of the Smith’s Canal with its historic tunnel. The canal was built in 1783 and was one of the first to be built in Wales. We continue south along the route of the canal.  In the 19^th century, a railway line built over it.  Today we can now walk this because it is an Active Travel path. As we head south, we will have views of the River Tawe.  We will arrive at the busy Fabian Way junction near Sainsbury’s where we cross to rejoin the riverside path. Enjoying the views from the Sail bridge, we cross the Tawe to the east bank and make our way to Trafalgar Bridge. We’ll go through the historic Marina area, regenerated by the council in the 1980s.  We then walk out to the end of the west pier for views of the bay and Swansea City foreshore, not seen from other viewpoints. ___________________________ We’ll then have our packed lunch by the foreshore. ___________________________ Heading north again, we see more historic buildings then cross the road near Sainsbury’s.  We’ll view the recently repainted WWII Ack-Ack gun and the memorial to those who fought in the war. Following the west bank, we turn inland at the point where eventually, the council will extend the path all the way to Morfa. For today we pass under the main London railway line and stop outside Bethesda Chapel.  Here there is the last resting place of Christmas Evans, a famous one-eyed preacher! We follow another Active Travel Path, this time built over the Swansea Canal then cross the railway line again on a bridge over the defunct electric train washing facility. We then walk along the Hafod bypass, again built over the Swansea Canal.  At Morfa, we will see some canal remains and pass the last remaining tall chimneys of the Hafod Morfa Copper works before returning to the start. ___________________________ Dogs: To remain on short, non-extendible leads Stiles: None. Toilets: At marina entrance. Terrain: · Mostly flat with well-surfaced paths. · There will be some steps to ascend/descend. · Sand under foot when crossing to the pier. ___________________________ See photographs of a previous walk in this area. ___________________________ Social after walk: Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to a local venue. ___________________________
Group gathered at White Rock
A Rainbow over The West Pier
Start:	Starting Place:
11:00 a.m.	Morfa: White Rock Car Park
(Members can use the FREE Ramblers App as a Sat Nav to all our walks)
___________________________ Directions: · Car Park is on east side of the River Tawe, (south of Morfa Park & Ride). · Join A4217 large roundabout south of Stadium. · From roundabout, descend west on narrow slip road to riverside. (N.B. This is NOT the A4067 roundabout by Swansea.com Stadium). ___________________________
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Lat/Long: 51.6369, -3.9333					GR:	SS	663 949

Thursday 14^th January		Social Evening: Evening Meal at The Bay View (Plus, Leaders’ meeting to plan the next programme)
The Bay View Hotel
We will be visiting the Bay View Hotel where we can enjoy a Thai meal. Please note this will be on a Thursday evening. Our previous social events with a Thai meal at the Bay View have always been enjoyed by us. While the social is taking place, we will also be putting together the next programme, so if you are able to lead a walk, please think about a one (or more) that you could do for the group.  New Leaders: If you have never led before then have a chat with us; we will help you get started.  Maybe you could begin with an easy walk such as an evening stroll or a short walk on a Sunday or weekday. It’s not as hard as you think!
Enjoying a previous social at the Bay View Hotel
Parking: On-street parking is available in Francis Street and around the Guildhall.
Meet:	Meeting Place:
7:00 p.m.	The Bay View Hotel: (Near Guildhall)
Directions:  The Bay View Hotel is on junction of Oystermouth Road (A4067) and St. Helen’s Road, near the Guildhall.
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Lat/Long: 51.6127, -3.9591				GR:	SS	644 922

Saturday 16^th January		West Cross, Rotherslade and Mumbles
Leader: Dave Stephens				6 miles
Tel: 07864-020630			Leisurely
Description: A walk through Norton to Underhill Park and Rotherslade.  We’ll then follow the Wales Coastal Path to Bracelet Bay. The walk continues past the Pier area before returning along the Promenade to the West Cross Inn. Those not joining us for refreshments will make their own way to the cars, just a short distance from the pub. ___________________________ Dogs: To remain on short, non-extendible leads Stiles: No Stiles Toilets: Underhill Park, Rotherslade, Bracelet, Knab Rock. Terrain: Undulating. Good path surfaces. No steep climbs. ___________________________ Social after walk: Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to the West Cross Inn. ___________________________
Start:	Starting Place:
11:00 a.m.	West Cross: Grange Road: (On street parking)
___________________________ Directions: · From Swansea, head west on Mumbles Road. · Take 2^nd exit off the mini roundabout at West Cross. · Ascend Fairwood Road. · Take 1^st left onto West Cross Lane. · Take 1^st right into Grange Road. ___________________________
(Members can use the FREE Ramblers App as a Sat Nav to all our walks)
What3Words: trap.error.dates					Post Code: SA3 5ES
Lat/Long: 51.5857, -4.0035						GR:	SS	613 893