Prestatyn walks
Moel Famau and the Clwydian Hills from Cilcain
This excellent walk takes in the highest point on the Clwydian Hills and includes a lengthy section north along the main ridge. Offering contrasting views as far as Snowdonia, with many of the peaks easily recognised, to the west and the delights of Merseyside and beyond to the east the route has much to offer. Apart from being busy around Moel Famau, the route is generally quiet with navigation offering few problems.
Wirral Way and the Old Quays
Echoes of the past with former railway lines and disused quaysides alongside the Dee.
Gayton and Parkgate
Estuary-side walking and a pleasant hillside return with good views.
Parkgate stroll
Enjoy views over the Dee marshes, sample the Wirral Way, and explore Parkgate village.
Deeside circular
A partly traffic-free route on former railway lines, estuarine cycle-paths and quiet lanes.
Moel Famau
An all-day expedition to the highest point in the Clwydian Hills, with magnificent views in all directions.
River Clwyd
A relaxing stroll to a historic bridge, returning along the river and beneath the castle walls. No stiles.
Two Rivers, Ruthin
Over the fields to the beautiful wooded valley of the Afon Clywedog, returning via Rhewl and the Afon Clwyd.
Little Orme
A rocky limestone peak with super views back to Llandudno and the Great Orme, and a beach that’s often used by seals.
Great Orme Circuit
Most of the walking is along the Marine Drive, which has some ups and downs but is otherwise straightforward.
Haulfre Gardens
A straightforward walk to the West Shore with views over Llandudno and a delightful Victorian garden – look out for Tweedledum and Tweedledee!
Great Orme and Country Park from Llandudno
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This walk starts from Llandudno and climbs the Great Orme to enjoy great views and some solitude away from the bustle of Llandudno. There is some steep uphill and downhill walking so wear appropriate footwear.
Castle & Town Walls
Mostly on surfaced paths and roads, but woodland paths may be muddy. The town walls are occasionally uneven,
include numerous steps and in places require a head for heights.
Conwy Mountain
Gradual ascent and some rocky ground. May be muddy or boggy in places.
Morfa Conwy
Sandy paths, and wet grass after rain around The Mulberry.
Exploring Liverpool City Centre
The City of Liverpool offers the walker many sights to explore. This walk takes in the key attractions and provides the basis for a half day introduction to the City.
Great Orme Summit
Let the tram do the climbing, then walk downhill from Great Orme summit via Happy Valley Gardens. You can leave out the circuit of the farm on the summit if you want a shorter walk.
Conwy Estuary
Climb to a ruined building with spectacular views up and down the Conwy valley.
Maen-y-Bardd
A pretty village, Neolithic monuments, superb views and glorious woodland walking.
Llangelynnin Old Church
A varied walk to one of the remotest churches in Wales, with a holy well in the graveyard.
Formby Squirrel Asparagus Trail
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The walk starts in Formby Kirkdale Road and follows anti-clockwise route along Asparagus and Squirrel Trails together with dune and beach sections.
Formby Dunes
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The walk starts from Formby Village and follows an anticlockwise circular route via Formby Dunes, site of 'Lost Resort', Formby Beach, site of first Lifeboat station with a possible detour to 'Devils Hole'.
Lunt Circular via River Alt
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The walk starts from Lunt Village, Sefton and follows the anticlockwise circular route via River Alt, Cheshire Lines railtrack, River Alt and briefly Mersey Forest.
Lunt Meadows Circular
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Walk starting from Lunt Meadows Nature reserve and crosses the River Alt to disused Cheshire Lines rail track. After following the rail track the route crosses open farmland to a short road section leading back to the nature reserve. The final part of the walk makes its way via the nature reserve ponds to start.
Sefton Meadows
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The walk starts from Sefton Village and follows a clockwise circular route via Sefton Mill site Sefton Meadows, Cheshire Lines railtrack, River Alt and briefly Mersey Forest.
Maghull Circular
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A circular route starting from Maghull centre initially following the canal and then disused rail track before heading beside Melling Brook to outskirts of Melling. Final section rejoins canal back to start.
Lydiate
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The walk starts from Bell's Lane in Lydiate and follows clockwise circular route via disused railway lane and canal towpath. A possible brief detour to St Catherine's Chapel and the oldest pub in Lancashire, Scotch Piper.
Ainsdale Reserve Circular
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A circular around Ainsdale Nature reserve starting with the gentle woodland section before moving on to a trickier dry dune section due to a large number of paths crisscrossing the dunes, The final section is through the wet dune section where the path is clearly marked but ponds block the path during wet periods so improvisation or wellingtons might be necessary.
A circuit of Llyn Crafnant, near Trefriw
This Snowdonia walk provides aeasy circuit of picturesque Llyn Tranant, a reservoir nestling in the Carneddau mountains. The route is easy to follow and provides some rugged scenery without to much effort. Ideal for a family walk and picnic.
Pulford and Lavister
A short stroll round two villages, one in England and one in Wales.
Poulton and the River Alyn
A peaceful walk in the low-lying Dee valley using a mix of farm tracks, quiet country lanes and field paths, including
a pleasant stretch along the River Alyn.
Poulton and Pulford Brook
A pleasant and undemanding walk through the low-lying meadows of the Dee Valley.
Cook’s Bridge and Trevalyn
A short level stroll on lanes and footpaths, with a couple of stretches along the pretty River Alyn.
Along the Dee and Alyn
A pleasant level walk through meadows, with stretches alongside the rivers Dee and Alyn.
Marford Quarry
Walk through a wooded nature reserve, with good views across the Dee valley on the return journey.
Wynnstay Estate
A glimpse of the family seat of the Wynn family, after which the pub is named.
Gardden hillfort
A short walk full of history: ancient Offa’s Dyke, a 19th-century icehouse and an Iron Age hillfort.
Erddig and Wat’s Dyke
An all-day walk to a historic house set in a riverside country park, plus a long section of Wat’s Dyke.
Arenig Fawr from Arenig near Llyn Celyn
A walk to the summit of Arenig Fawr is a rewarding excursion in southern Snowdonia. Starting from Arenig near Llyn Celyn, the route offers excellent walking. Passing Llyn Arenig Fawr the ascent is relatively easy. Descent is over unpathed ground and good navigational skills are recommended.