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Ardudwy Way
A two or three day walk of 24 miles between Barmouth and the hills behind Harlech on Cardigan Bay. The walk can be combined with the Mawddach Way for a longer break. Both walks can easily be accessed by an excellent bus and train services from a single base. http://www.taithardudwyway.com
Llangollen Round
The Round is a 33-mile circular route taking in all the summits around the Vale of Llangollen, set up in 2011 to raise funds for Cancer Research UK. For the most part the terrain is high heather moorland with views extending from Snowdonia to the Shropshire Hills. The River Dee is crossed on Carrog’s ancient bridge and on Telford’s famous Aqueduct. Fully waymarked, the Round can be regarded as a 1-day challenge or, since there are reasonable transport connections, taken at a more leisurely pace over 2, 3, or 4 days. Full details are contained in a colour booklet, available, along with lots more information, on www.thellangollenround.info
Cambrian Way
Wales's most challenging long distance trail, around 290 miles (468km) long. A Coast to Coast path from Cardiff to Conwy. It is a high level walk traversing the highest and wildest parts of Wales. The ascent totals approximately 78,000 feet (23,800 metres) - (double Pennine Way). The route is generally unwaymarked so good navigation skills are essential, especially in cloud. https://www.cambrianway.org.uk
Clwydian Way
The Clwydian Way is a 122 mile Circular Long Distance Footpath, created to celebrate the Millennium, it takes the walker throughsome of North Wales' finest countryside. The classic route starts and ends in the traditional seaside resort of Prestatyn, which is well served by bus and rail connections. The route uses public rights of way and is trailmarked with a distinctive white disc featuring the Buzzard. http://www.clwydianway.co.uk
Glyndwr Way
The Glyndwr Way is a 135 mile National Trail. Starting at Knighton on the English border, it goes across open moorland, farmland and forest into the town of Machynlleth to finish by the Montgomeryshire Canal in Welshpool. Further Information
Mawddach Way
The Mawddach Way is a 30 mile walk which uses existing footpaths and permissive paths to make a circuit of the hills either side of the estuary, passing through woodland, pasture and open country. It can be linked with the Ardudwy Trail between Barmouth and Llandecwyn. https://mawddachestuary.co.uk
North Wales Pilgrims Way
This is a 130 mile Trail across North Wales. It visits shrines, churches, chapels, wells and retreats between Basingwerk Abbey on Deeside in Flintshire and Bardsey Island off the West Coast of Wales. Further Information
Offa’s Dyke Path
A 179 mile long distance trail between Chepstow on the Severn Estuary and Prestatyn on Liverpool Bay. The path, for much of its length, is close to the English and Welsh Borders. Further Information
Snowdonia Slate Trail
This is an 85 mile circular trail which enables walkers to explore the industrial heritage of the slate villages throughout Snowdonia. The route starts at Porth Penrhyn near Bangor and ends at Bethesda. Further Information
Wales Coast Path /Llwybr Arfordir Cymru
The Wales Coast Path is 870 miles long and is the longest continuous path along a nation’s coastline. Much of the path is within easy reach of our coastal towns so access to the path is remarkably easy. Further Information
Wat’s Dyke Way
This 61 mile Heritage Trail follows another Dyke that was constructed in the 8th Century to separate England and Wales. The route passes through or near to many historical and archaeological features. https://www.nationaltrail.co.uk/en_GB/trails/offas-dyke-path/ https://offasdyke.org.uk