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Re: Walking
« Reply #2400 on: December 08, 2022, 04:38:37 pm »
Betws Y Coed walk
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« Reply #2401 on: December 10, 2022, 10:15:44 am »
Eryri car park plan to replace doomed tourism attraction dropped in favour of alternative scheme
A proposal had been submitted to demolish Electric Mountain Visitor Centre in Llanberis and build a car park

Following extensive discussions, the applicant does not now intend to proceed with the original plan and instead wants to change the use of the site to a grassland area. The area of grassland would be used for occasional community events together with the installation of temporary structures for a maximum of 28 days a year using permitted development rights. The demolition of most of the existing Electric Mountain centre would proceed.

They will also add electric charging points at the existing car park next to the site.

Officers have recommended that the plan is approved. Councillors will meet on December 19 to discuss the revised plan.

cont https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/eryri-car-park-plan-replace-25715335
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« Reply #2402 on: December 20, 2022, 09:40:09 am »
Wales Coast Path to be re-routed through historic Penrhyn Estate in Bangor
Work will start in the new year and it is anticipated it will be open to the public by spring 2023
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Anglesey's 'mini Stonehenge' celebrates historic role of Druids in Welsh tradition
The standing stone circle is a lesser-known landmark with an interesting history

The picturesque coastal town of Beaumaris is known for its far-reaching views and interesting history. Some of its most popular attractions include its moated castle and historic courthouse, but one of its lesser known landmarks is a stone circle which links back to the age of the Druids on Anglesey.
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Re: Walking...........Good advice
« Reply #2403 on: December 23, 2022, 10:32:50 am »
The most 'spectacular' Snowdonia peak - but 'don't climb it in Nike Air Max trainers'

YouTube footage posted by mountain guide Anthony Eccles shows the beauty and highlights the danger of scaling this notorious ridge unprepared

Climbing Crib Goch in the best of weather in high summer is not for the faint-hearted. But scaling the peak in mid-winter, especially if it's covered in ice and snow is best left to the experts wearing full winter gear.

https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/most-spectacular-snowdonia-peak-dont-25817107
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« Reply #2404 on: January 02, 2023, 10:57:22 am »
We toured the fascinating Beddgelert mine tunnels which date back thousands of years
The Sygun Copper Mine's ancient tunnels are buried deep beneath the Gwynedd countryside

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Lake trail on windswept moor with haunted mansion is Alexa's top walk in Wales
Once the preserve of cattle drovers and brigands, the area is now home to ospreys, old farmsteads and Bronze Age ruins

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Re: Walking
« Reply #2405 on: January 15, 2023, 10:31:56 am »
Seven easy walks in North Wales to kickstart your fitness in 2023 if the gym isn't for you
Getting fit and healthy doesn't have to be hard work

Getting back into a healthy lifestyle can be difficult after Christmas. Everyone around you seems to be on one diet or another, or heading to the gym six nights a week.

It goes without saying that it's important to maintain a healthy diet if weight loss is your ultimate New Year's Resolution, but getting out and about is just as important for physical - and mental - wellness.

With that in mind, you might be starting to wonder how to kick start your fitness journey in 2023. If the gym isn't for you, fear not, because we've put together a list of seven easy walks across North Wales that can help you get back into the swing of things.

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Re: Walking
« Reply #2406 on: January 15, 2023, 11:04:42 am »
They are all nice walks and not too difficult, all we need now is the weather,     It always seems to be raining nowadays
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Re: Walking
« Reply #2407 on: January 15, 2023, 04:39:54 pm »
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Re: Walking
« Reply #2408 on: January 21, 2023, 01:56:34 pm »
This week I watched an interesting TV programme about some walks in North Wales.     It was on BBC 2 Wales at 6.30 pm and is called Take a hike,  it's a competion in which people lead a walk and then get marked on various aspects of the walk
I enjoyed Thursday's walk as it was on the Great Orme but the scenery in the various walks is quite stunning and the programme is worth watching just for the scenery alone

 https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001h9zle

With all this bad weather we have had recently,  I was looking forward to a local walk with my walking buddy, Tellytubby but a spell of gardening put paid to that as I pulled a muscle in my back.   Hope it heals up by next week as we have another walk lined up






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Re: Walking
« Reply #2409 on: January 24, 2023, 10:16:27 am »
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« Reply #2410 on: February 07, 2023, 10:17:08 am »
A MAN has died after a attempting to climb the Y Gribin ridge on Snowdon.          Ref pioneer

The young climber was part of a party of three.

The sad incident happened after a handhold broke way causing the climber to fall a "considerable distance".

Ogwen Valley Mountain Rescue Organisation posted on Facebook today (February 6): "Three young men were ascending the Gribin ridge [on February 4] when a handhold broke away causing one to fall a considerable distance. Sadly, he did not survive his injuries.

"The recovery continued through to Sunday lunchtime with the help of the Coastguard rescue helicopter.

"The thoughts of all team members are with the casualties family and friends."
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Re: Walking
« Reply #2411 on: February 07, 2023, 04:08:28 pm »
Quote from: SteveH on January 24, 2023, 10:16:27 am
River Elwy Walk

https://www.dailypost.co.uk/whats-on/gallery/river-elwy-walk-26038047?IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589


That's a nice easy and [leasant walk and you can see a good variety of birds including Kingfishers there
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« Reply #2412 on: February 25, 2023, 10:12:21 am »
Rescuers brave the dark, snow and ice to save Snowdonia walkers 'in danger' on three peaks challenge
The Coastguard rescue helicopter was called in but couldn't make a pick-up due to conditions

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« Reply #2413 on: February 25, 2023, 02:56:56 pm »
Another incredible rescue by the Mountain Rescue team under very difficult weather conditions.    Thank goodness there were no injuries to anyone
You can't put a price on a human life but I wonder if those amateur walkers ever gave a thought to what their rescue had cost in time and money for all those involved in the rescue?
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« Reply #2414 on: February 25, 2023, 03:12:37 pm »
Here's an interesting walk from the Daily Post today and by coincidence Plas Glyn Y Weddw at Llanbadrog was on ITV Wales Coast and country last night.   It could be a pleasant walk for the Summer
I've not had a good start to doing walks in 2023.  Just after getting over a 6 month Achilles heel problem I ended up with a trapped nerve in my hip but then came this coughing bug which was unpleasant and just when you think it can't get any worse I tested positive for Covid  today!    So I'm isolating at the moment        :(




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