Walk Programme 2010
Day 8: Saturday 6th March
Walk
47
The Llanbedr Horseshoe
Strenuous
Time:
9.00am – 5.00pm
Start:
Llanbedr Village Hall (£1)
Finish:
Llanbedr Village Hall
Distance:
16 miles
Leader:
Steve Booker
Details:
One of the toughest classic walks in the Black Mountains. Ascend to the eastern ridge of the Grwyne Fechan via Henbant. Then north to Pen y Gadair Fawr and Waun Fach (could be very wet). Turning west then south on the return along the western ridge as far as Table Mt and steeply down to Llanbedr for a pint in the Red Lion! Ascent 3400ft.
Walk
48
John Inns Memorial Walk
Strenuous
Time:
10.00am – 4.00pm
Start:
Meet at White Hart, Talybont
Finish:
White Hart, Talybont
Distance:
9 miles
Leader:
Martyn Jones
Notes:
There is limited car parking at the start of the walk, so car-share from the White Hart, Talybont, leaving some cars in the village.
Details:
Walk via the Bryn to Carn Pica. Then SE to Allt Lwyd before descending to Talybont Reservoir and a steady climb back to the parking place. 2500ft ascent.
Walk
49
Valley to Valley
Energetic
Time:
10.00am – 4.00pm
Start:
Blaen y Cwm Car Park (SO 252285)
Finish:
Blaen y Cwm Car Park (SO 252285)
Distance:
12 miles
Leader:
Stephen Flynn
Details:
The car park is at the head of the Grwyne Fawr valley.
Up through woodland at first then open hill to the Blacksmith’s Anvil. Descend to Capel-y-Ffin, with its tiny churches and monastery before another climb up onto Darren Lwyd. Returning via Rhos Dirion and the Grwyne Fawr reservoir. Ascent 2500 ft.
Up through woodland at first then open hill to the Blacksmith’s Anvil. Descend to Capel-y-Ffin, with its tiny churches and monastery before another climb up onto Darren Lwyd. Returning via Rhos Dirion and the Grwyne Fawr reservoir. Ascent 2500 ft.
Walk
50
Dram to Dram
Energetic
Time:
10.00am – 4.00pm
Start:
Coach & Horses, Llangynidr (SO 146199)
Finish:
Coach & Horses, Llangynidr (SO 146199)
Distance:
11 miles
Leader:
Pat James
Details:
Along the canal to Talybont and then gradual ascent up the Brinore Tram Road. Returning to Llangynidr via Beacons Way or over Tor y Foel depending on conditions on the day. Refreshments available (tea, coffee or a dram!) at The Coach and Horses on return. 1500 ft ascent. Note there are some stiles on this walk. It will be taken at a gentle pace – time to look at the views and chat!!
Walk
51
Hay Bluff and Twmpa
Energetic
Time:
10.00am – 4.30pm
Start:
Stone Circle Car Park (below Hay Bluff) (SO 239373)
Finish:
Stone Circle Car Park (below Hay Bluff) (SO 239373)
Distance:
12 miles
Leader:
Luke Skinner (www.droverholidays.co.uk)
Details:
A stiff climb up Hay Bluff, but there’s ample reward in the form of a stride along the ridge following the Offa’s Dyke Path. Descend to the lovely hamlet of Capel-y-Ffin before leaving the valley to climb the ridge of Darren Lwyd to reach Twmpa. Returning via Gospel Pass to the car park. Ascent 2200ft.
Walk
52
“Get off my Land!”
Moderate
Time:
2.00pm – 5.00pm
Start:
Llanbedr Village Hall (£1)
Finish:
Llanbedr Village Hall
Distance:
5 miles
Leader:
James Suter & Mike Fair
Details:
A chance to hear at first hand about farming in the area from local farmer Mike Fair who farms on the slopes facing the Sugar Loaf.
From Llanbedr climb quite steeply on to Crug Mawr (taken at a gentle pace) and then descending Cwm Beusych to meet Mike. Back along lovely traffic free lanes and the river. Ascent 500 ft.
From Llanbedr climb quite steeply on to Crug Mawr (taken at a gentle pace) and then descending Cwm Beusych to meet Mike. Back along lovely traffic free lanes and the river. Ascent 500 ft.
Walk
53
Canal and Hillside
Moderate
Time:
2.00pm – 5.00pm
Start:
Crickhowell Resource & Information Centre
Finish:
Crickhowell Resource & Information Centre
Distance:
7 miles
Leader:
Brian Post
Details:
A circular walk in a south-easterly direction from Crickhowell. After walking approximately 1 1/2 miles along the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, there is a short ascent to Llanelly Church. The return is along hillside paths with stunning views across the Usk Valley. Ascent 1000 ft.
Walk
54
Crickhowell Town Roundabout
Easy
Time:
2.00pm – 4.00pm
Start:
Crickhowell Resource & Information Centre
Finish:
Crickhowell Resource & Information Centre
Distance:
2 miles
Leader:
Crickhowell History Society
Details:
A gentle stroll around Crickhowell with a local historian from the Crickhowell History Society to learn about the buildings and history of the town.
Strenuous walks require fitness and stamina to cope with several steep climbs and/or cover a good distance at a steady pace.
Energetic walks generally involve two steep climbs, but they will require determined application.
Moderate walks will seldom have steep climbs, but if they do, the climb will be taken at a relaxed pace.
Easy walks are generally flat or nearly so and are taken at a leisurely pace.
Walk has one or more steep climbs, but they will be taken at a very slow pace.
Suitable for wheelchair users or for those with walking difficulties
Suitable for young children and families
This walk is a special interest walk with emphasis on the interest, not just the walk.
Walk organised by the Brecon Beacons Park Society. No charge for Members.
Parents with children may book an RAF Adventure Day for their children if they are on this walk. See Events page for details.
Organised in conjunction with the Brecon Beacons National Park
Organised by Brecon & District Contact Association
Walk organised by Govilon Heritage.