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Saturday 19th September |
Swansea Canal, Alltycham Woods & Llangiwg Church |
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Leader: Mike Clarke |
4.5 miles |
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Tel: 07837-411220 |
Moderate |
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Description:
From Pontardawe, we walk along the Swansea Canal to the Riverside Country Park where we will have a coffee break.
We then continue to Ynysmeudwy for an ascent of Alltycham Woods. Here we pass through the autumnal scenery as we make our way to the ancient Llangiwg Church.
Stopping at the church for lunch, we then begin our return with a descent though Pontardawe Golf Course and into another section of Alltycham Woods.
The next part of our walk follows the Cwm-du Glen and the beautiful Upper Clydach River. _____________________________________
Dogs: To remain on short, non-extendible leads Stiles: None. Toilets:
Terrain:
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See Mike’s previous walk in this area. _____________________________________
Social after walk: Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to ‘Y Gwachel’ (The Pontardawe Inn). _____________________________________
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Swansea Canal at Pontardawe |
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Walking along the Swansea Canal Towpath
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11:00 a.m. |
Pontardawe: Lidls (park towards rear of car park) |
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Directions: · Follow A4067 north from M4 Jct 45 at Ynysforgan. · Cross two roundabouts to stay on A4067. · At Pontardawe, take 2nd left off roundabout. · At next roundabout, take 2nd left to join A474. · Take 1st exit at mini-roundabout into retail centre. · Lidl’s car park is to the left. · Park at bottom of car park. _____________________________________
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(Members can use the FREE Ramblers App as a Sat Nav to all our walks) |
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What3Words: complain.motor.salary |
Post Code: SA8 4AG |
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Lat/Long: 51.7178, -3.8505 |
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Sunday 20th September |
Ynystawe and the Tawe River |
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Leader: Danny Thomas |
9 miles |
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Tel: 07856-738975 |
Moderate |
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Description:
A leisurely / moderate circular walk alongside the river Tawe towards the Swansea.com Stadium.
We start at Ynystawe Park and make our way along a main road to a footpath near Riverside Holiday Park.
We head towards the stadium on the West bank of the river and return on the East bank, with a lunch stop at Fendrod Lake. ___________________________
Dogs: Assistance Dogs Only Stiles: None. Toilets: Afterwards in the pub. Livestock: None. Terrain:
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Social after walk: Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to The Millers Arms, Ynystawe. ___________________________
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10:00 a.m. |
Ynystawe: Park
Road: Ynystawe Park |
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Directions: · Take A4067 north to M4 Jct45 (Ynysforgan Roundabout). · Take 3rd exit (B4603) north towards Clydach. · At the second mini roundabout, turn right. · Follow Park Road (Crossing the bridge over the A4067). · Ynystawe Park is on your left. ___________________________ |
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What3Words: shock.mount.typed |
Post Code: SA6 5AP |
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Lat/Long: 51.6829, -3.9071 |
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Thursday 24th September |
Three Cliffs A Taste of Gower Walk |
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Leader: Lynne Esson |
3-4 miles |
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Tel: 07754-435221 or 01792-845845 |
Leisurely |
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Description:
Please note the start time to allow for public transport.
From the car park we will walk down to Three Cliffs Bay.
Depending on whether the tide is in or out will decide which side of Pennard Pill we walk to the Gower Heritage Centre.
We will return via the Drovers’ road to the cars.
This walk will take between 2 and 3 hours. _____________________________
Dogs: To remain on short, non-extendible leads Stiles: None. Toilets: Gower Heritage Centre & Gower Inn. Terrain: Sandy / mud / stony. Public Transport: Bus No 118 from The Quadrant. (Please check bus time nearer the day). _____________________________
Social after walk: Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to the Gower Inn for drinks / coffees. _____________________________
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10:00 a.m. |
Penmaen: National Trust car park. (Behind St John’s Baptist Church). |
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Directions: · Take the A4118 heading to Oxwich. · Go through Parkmill. · Take 1st right at top of hill. · Pass the Church of St. John the Baptist. · Go over a cattle grid. · Turn immediately right onto a rough surface track. · Park here. _____________________________
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(Members can use the FREE Ramblers App as a Sat Nav to all our walks) |
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What3Words: booklets. gourmet. Climbing |
Post Code: SA3 2HQ |
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Lat/Long: 51.5788, -4.1210 |
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Saturday 26th September |
Oxwich |
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Leader: Dave Stephens |
6 miles |
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Tel: 07864-020630 |
Moderate |
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Description: We’ll walk on the beach along Oxwich Bay to Tor Bay.
From Tor Bay, we’ll ascend to pick up the coastal path to Crawley Wood.
Entering Nicholaston Wood, we will then make our way back towards Oxwich through the dunes of the national nature reserve.
See more photos of Dave’s previous Oxwich walk
Dogs: To remain on short, non-extendible leads
Stiles: None Toilets: Oxwich Bay Hotel Terrain: · Beach walking, dunes, woodland, cliff path. · Uneven and rocky surfaces in places. · Ascent from Tor Bay to cliff top path. · Ascent in Nicholaston Woods.
Social after walk Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to the Oxwich Bay Hotel.
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Walking towards Great Tor |
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Our post-walk social in the Oxwich Bay Hotel
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11:00 a.m. |
Oxwich: Oxwich Bay Hotel car park (Rear)
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Directions: · Follow the A4118, (South Gower Road), from Swansea. · Pass through Parkmill and Penmaen. · At the ‘castle folly’, the road to Oxwich descends to the left. · Follow the marsh road for about a mile. · Pass the beach car park. · Turn left at the crossroads. · Turn right into hotel car park and drive to the rear car park.
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(Members can use the FREE Ramblers App as a Sat Nav to all our walks) |
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What3Words: scarves.vibes.unpainted |
Post Code: SA3 1LT |
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Lat/Long: 51.5557, -4.1632 |
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Sunday 27th September |
Cheriton |
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Leader: Gill Willmott |
10 miles |
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Tel: 07534-687379 |
Moderate |
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The beach at Whiteford Point
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Description:
A circular walk incorporating Cheriton, Ryer’s Down, Llanmadoc Hill and Whiteford Beach.
We will start and finish at the Llanmadoc community shop.
There will be some stunning views following a climb onto Llanmadoc Hill.
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Dogs: Assistance Dogs Only Stiles: To be Advised. Toilets: At the Britannia (after the walk). Ascent: 1,165 ft (711m). Terrain:
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Social after walk: Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to The Britannia Inn. ___________________________
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10:00 a.m. |
Llanmadoc: Community Shop. Roadside parking near community shop. N.B. Please be mindful of residents. Car sharing advised. |
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Directions: · Head west to Llanrhidian via the B4295 or B4271. · From Llanrhidian, continue west through Oldwalls towards Llangennith. · Pass through Burry Green. · Take next right at Kennexstone Farm camp site. · Follow Britannia Inn sign to continue north across common. · Steeply descend into Llanmadoc. · At junction, turn left uphill. · The community shop is on the right (where road levels out). · Park on road (Please be mindful of residents).
· N.B. If no spaces, proceed to the Pay and Display car park - · Continue west towards the church. · Turn right in front of the church and descend. · Turn first right into camera-controlled car park (Card payments only). · What3Words: wiping.sleepy.sidelined · Lat/Long: 51.6185, -4.2547 · SS 440 934 ___________________________
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(Members can use the FREE Ramblers App as a Sat Nav to all our walks) |
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What3Words: rang.chap.forgot |
Post Code: SA3 1DE |
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Lat/Long: 51.6173, -4.2523 |
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October
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Sunday 11th October |
Pont Walby and Penderyn |
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Leader: Karen Gibbs |
10 miles |
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Tel: 07748-349264 |
Moderate |
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Description:
A moderate walk from Craig y Ddinas along the Nedd River to Pont Walby Geopark.
Gradual ascent to Rhigos and Penderyn, returning to the car park via Moel Penderyn. ___________________________
Dogs: Assistance Dogs Only Stiles: There are stiles on this walk. Toilets: None. Ascent: 1,395 ft / 425 m. Livestock: There will be livestock on the way. Terrain: · Reasonable paths, some stony and probably muddy in places. · Gradual ascent to Rhigos and Penderyn. ___________________________
Social after walk: Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to a local venue. ___________________________
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10:00 a.m. |
Pontneddfechan: Dinas Rock Car Park |
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Directions: · Follow A465 northward past Glynneath then take slip road onto A4109. · Turn right at crossroads onto B4242. · Turn left, signposted Pontneddfechan. · Follow Pontneathvaughan Road past the Angel Inn. · Continue straight, joining Dinas Road. · After half a mile, bear right at NRW Dinas Rock sign. · Cross narrow bridge and turn left into car park. ___________________________
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(Members can use the FREE Ramblers App as a Sat Nav to all our walks) |
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What3Words: landlady.fishery.carpentry |
Post Code: SA11 5NB |
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Lat/Long: 51.7595, -3.5787 |
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