Tremeirchion walks
Moel Famau and the Clwydian Hills from Cilcain
Departure from Cilcain (Flintshire)
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.
Moel Famau
Departure from Ruthin (Denbighshire)
An all-day expedition to the highest point in the Clwydian Hills, with magnificent views in all directions.
River Clwyd
Departure from Ruthin (Denbighshire)
A relaxing stroll to a historic bridge, returning along the river and beneath the castle walls. No stiles.
Two Rivers, Ruthin
Departure from Ruthin (Denbighshire)
Over the fields to the beautiful wooded valley of the Afon Clywedog, returning via Rhewl and the Afon Clwyd.
Deeside circular
Departure from Neston (Cheshire West and Chester)
A partly traffic-free route on former railway lines, estuarine cycle-paths and quiet lanes.
Gayton and Parkgate
Departure from Neston (Cheshire West and Chester)
Estuary-side walking and a pleasant hillside return with good views.
Wirral Way and the Old Quays
Departure from Neston (Cheshire West and Chester)
Echoes of the past with former railway lines and disused quaysides alongside the Dee.
Parkgate stroll
Departure from Neston (Cheshire West and Chester)
Enjoy views over the Dee marshes, sample the Wirral Way, and explore Parkgate village.
Little Orme
Departure from Llandudno (Conwy)
A rocky limestone peak with super views back to Llandudno and the Great Orme, and a beach that’s often used by seals.
Maen-y-Bardd
Departure from Henryd (Conwy)
A pretty village, Neolithic monuments, superb views and glorious woodland walking.
Conwy Estuary
Departure from Henryd (Conwy)
Climb to a ruined building with spectacular views up and down the Conwy valley.
Llangelynnin Old Church
Departure from Henryd (Conwy)
A varied walk to one of the remotest churches in Wales, with a holy well in the graveyard.
Exploring Liverpool City Centre
Departure from Liverpool (Liverpool City Region)
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.
Castle & Town Walls
Departure from Conwy (Wales)
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
Departure from Conwy (Wales)
Gradual ascent and some rocky ground. May be muddy or boggy in places.
Morfa Conwy
Departure from Conwy (Wales)
Sandy paths, and wet grass after rain around The Mulberry.
Great Orme and Country Park from Llandudno
Departure from Llandudno (Conwy)
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.
Great Orme Circuit
Departure from Llandudno (Conwy)
Most of the walking is along the Marine Drive, which has some ups and downs but is otherwise straightforward.
Haulfre Gardens
Departure from Llandudno (Conwy)
A straightforward walk to the West Shore with views over Llandudno and a delightful Victorian garden – look out for Tweedledum and Tweedledee!
Pulford and Lavister
Departure from Poulton and Pulford (Cheshire West and Chester)
A short stroll round two villages, one in England and one in Wales.
Poulton and the River Alyn
Departure from Poulton and Pulford (Cheshire West and Chester)
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
Departure from Poulton and Pulford (Cheshire West and Chester)
A pleasant and undemanding walk through the low-lying meadows of the Dee Valley.
Cook’s Bridge and Trevalyn
Departure from Rossett (Wrexham)
A short level stroll on lanes and footpaths, with a couple of stretches along the pretty River Alyn.
Along the Dee and Alyn
Departure from Rossett (Wrexham)
A pleasant level walk through meadows, with stretches alongside the rivers Dee and Alyn.
Marford Quarry
Departure from Rossett (Wrexham)
Walk through a wooded nature reserve, with good views across the Dee valley on the return journey.
Wynnstay Estate
Departure from Ruabon (Wrexham)
A glimpse of the family seat of the Wynn family, after which the pub is named.
Gardden hillfort
Departure from Ruabon (Wrexham)
A short walk full of history: ancient Offa’s Dyke, a 19th-century icehouse and an Iron Age hillfort.
Erddig and Wat’s Dyke
Departure from Ruabon (Wrexham)
An all-day walk to a historic house set in a riverside country park, plus a long section of Wat’s Dyke.
Cadair Bronwen from Llandrillo
Departure from Llandrillo (Denbighshire)
Cadair Bronwen is the highest point in the Berwyn Hills. This Denbighshire walk starts from Llandrillo in the Dee Valley and features a gentle ascent to the summit ridge. The route includes some excellent views and is typical of this part of Mid-Wales.
Formby Squirrel Asparagus Trail
Departure from Formby (Liverpool City Region)
The walk starts in Formby Kirkdale Road and follows anti-clockwise route along Asparagus and Squirrel Trails together with dune and beach sections.
Lunt Circular via River Alt
Departure from Sefton (Liverpool City Region)
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.
Sefton Meadows
Departure from Sefton (Liverpool City Region)
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.
Formby Dunes
Departure from Formby (Liverpool City Region)
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 Meadows Circular
Departure from Sefton (Liverpool City Region)
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.
Offa’s Dyke Taster
Departure from Glyntraian (Wrexham)
Sample the National Trail and walk the historic earthwork overlooking Chirk Castle.
Pen y Gwely
Departure from Glyntraian (Wrexham)
An upland hike with wonderful views to the Berwyn Mountains and Shropshire Hills.
Allan’s Lockdown
Departure from Glyntraian (Wrexham)
A straightforward all-weather stroll with wide views over the beautiful Ceiriog valley.
Maghull Circular
Departure from Maghull (Liverpool City Region)
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
Departure from Lydiate (Liverpool City Region)
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.
Arenig Fawr from Arenig near Llyn Celyn
Departure from Llanycil (Gwynedd)
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.
Ainsdale Reserve Circular
Departure from Sefton (Lancashire)
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.