The Dungeon - 2016 Weekend and Mid-week Walks
This was our full programme of walks for 2016
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The Beacons Way - 2016
Walk the whole of the Beacons Way in 8 (relatively) easy monthly stages.
This series of strenuous and energetic walks takes you along the full length of the Beacons Way.
The walks are being run in conjunction with Caerphilly Activity Group (CAG) and are all linear. Minibuses will be provided to take walkers back to the starting points. |
| DATE | DETAILS | LEADER |
|---|---|---|
| Friday 1st January 2016 |
Goose and Cuckoo
Well, hello New Year and how are you today? Looking good so far. through the woods and over the moors for soup and a roll at the Goose. Moderate, 8 miles, band B Leave Blackvein Road at 10:00am or Goytre Wharf at 10:30am |
Rob Southall 01495 270078 before 8.00pm only |
| Sunday 3rd January 2016 |
Llantwit Major
Bracing sea air with the Swansea and Cynon Valley Ramblers, who will be joining us as we take the Millennium trail to the coastal path and on to Summerhouse Bay, then back to Llantwit Major for refreshments at the Old Swan 7 miles, Easy, band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09:00am or Llantwit Major Grid Ref. SS 967687 at 10:00am |
Simon Foster 07453 578987 |
| Thursday 7th January 2016 |
Mynydd-y-Garn Fawr
Leisurely, 6 miles, band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am or Keepers Pond, Blaenavon at 10.15am |
Terry Wilkins 01495 244866 |
| Saturday 9th January 2016 |
Machen Mountain
A walk from Blackvein Road up to Machen Mountain for great views from the top as far as you can see so no complaints about the hills, it's a mountain !! 7 miles. Moderate to Energetic. Leave Blackvein Road at 09:00am |
Ken Wiltshire 07546 976990 |
| Thursday 14th January 2016 |
A little, local, light n' leisurely walk
Leisurely, 6 miles Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am |
John Venn 01495 271953 |
| Sunday 17th January 2016 |
The Darran Valley
A high level circuit of the Darran Valley from Parc Cwm Darran (£3.00 car park charge) down to Deri and back up the other side. 8.5 miles. Moderate, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Parc Cwm Darran at 10.00am |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
| Thursday 21st January 2016 |
Caerphilly Mountain
Leisurely, 6 miles, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am or Caerphilly mountain at 10.00am |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
| Saturday 23rd January 2016 |
THE BEACONS WAY Holy Mountain to Llanthony Priory The first of a series of walks that takes you along the length of the Beacons Way. The walk is linear and a minibus will be waiting to take us back to the start. Contact Simon in advance for transport booking. The walk is being organised in conjunction with the Caerphilly Activity Group. For full details go to The special events page. 10.5 miles, Energetic, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 08.45am or B4521 Skirrid car park Grid Ref. SO 328163 at 09.30am. |
Simon Foster 07453 578987 |
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Thursday 28th January 2016 CHANGE OF STARTING POINT |
Rhiwderin Circular
Leisurely, 6 miles, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am or Rhiwderin Inn at 09.45am |
Sonia Thomas 01633 680569 |
| Sunday 31st January 2016 |
Pen-y-fan Pond to Tredegar
A walk from Pen-y-fan Pond over the hills to Tredegar and then back along the Ebbw Vale ridge (don't slip off !). 14 miles, Moderate, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Pen y Fan pond car park at 10.00am |
Terry Wilkins 01495 244866 |
| Thursday 4th February 2016 |
Mynyddislwyn, Hafod Tudor and Mynydd-y-Grug
7 miles, Leisurely to Moderate with one climb Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am |
Liz Holland 01495 200673 |
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CANCELLED due to severe weather Saturday 6th February 2016 |
CANCELLED - Axbridge - the Levels and the Tops
There's no hills, guaranteed, on the levels but Crook Peak is, well, a Peak, and, Hey !, you can see Twmbarlwm ! There's a nice pub at the end for lunch.... 10 miles, Moderate, Band F Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am Car-sharing will be a good idea so please let Clive know if you can offer or want to share. |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Thursday 11th February 2016 |
Radyr to St Fagans
6 miles, Leisurely with a café stop at St Fagans, Band B. Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am or Radyr rail station at 10.15am |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Sunday 14th February 2016 |
Patrishow
Now this week there's hills and valleys, equally guaranteed, and an interesting old church to uplift your spirits. 7 miles, Moderate at an energetic pace, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am |
Rob Southall 01495 270078 |
| Thursday 18th February 2016 |
Cyfarthfa Castle
6 miles, Leisurely, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am or Cyfarthfa Castle car park at 10.30am |
Paul Jones 07891 130109 |
| Saturday 20th February 2016 |
Maen Llwyd
From the Maenllwyd Inn and over Rudry common with views of Caerphilly Castle and the Severn estuary, returning via Waterloo (not the battlefield or the station !). 7 miles, Moderate, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Maenllwyd overspill car park at 10.00am |
Anne and Rich Beaugie 07905 062329 |
| Thursday 25th February 2016 |
Castell Coch
6 miles, Leisurely, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am or Castell Coch at 10.15am |
Lyn Jenkins 07580 440421 |
| Saturday 27th February 2016 |
THE BEACONS WAY from Llanthony Priory to Crickhowell The next stage of The Beacons Way Contact Simon in advance for transport booking For full details go to The special events page. 12 miles, Strenuous, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 08.30am or Llanthony Abbey car park at 09.30am |
Simon Foster 07453 578987 |
| Sunday 28th February 2016 |
Gray Hill
and for the less adventurous.... a wander around Wentwood and some lovely views 8 miles, Moderate, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Llanvair Discoed at 10.15am |
Marion Tamplin 01633 613872 |
| Thursday 3rd March 2016 |
Manmoel and Hollybush
6 miles, Leisurely, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am or Manmoel village at 10.00am |
Lyn Coates 01495 222842 |
| Saturday 5th March 2016 |
Barry and Rhoose
Along the coast and clifftops, through beach and parkland with cafe stop for breakfast at Porthkerry. Bring your train fare for a comfy ride back to Barry. 8 miles, Easy, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Wednesday 9th March 2016 |
Quarterly Planning Meeting
Summer is almost here so where do you want to go? Risca Rugby Club at 7:15 pm |
Richard Beaugie 01633 768541 |
| Thursday 10th March 2016 |
Michaelstone-y-Fedw
6 miles, Leisurely, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am or Cefn Mably arms at 10.00am |
Marion Tamplin 01633 613872 |
| Sunday 13th March 2016 |
Brecon Beacons
One climb, upwards of course, then walking across moorland and farmland with great views. There may be some boggy areas if there has been recent rain, so this will be weather permitting. 8-9 miles, Moderate, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am or the Storey Arms at 10.00am |
Liz Holland 01495 200673 |
| Thursday 17th March 2016 |
Cardiff Bay Circular
6 miles, Leisurely, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am |
Paul Jones 07891 130109 |
| Saturday 19th March 2016 |
The Witches Pool, Talgarth
Please park your broomsticks tidily in Talgarth. Never been here before but I've heard it's really pretty... I was going to say 'enchanting' but perhaps not. 8 miles, Moderate, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Talgarth Town car park at 10.30am |
Paul Jones 07891 130109 |
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Thursday 24th March 2016
Note change of venue |
Newport Wetlands
6 miles, Leisurely, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am or RSPB carpark at the Wetlands at 10.00am |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
| Friday 25th March 2016 |
Twmbarlwm with the Friends of Cwmcarn Forest Drive
Almost a tradition now. We've been invited to join the Friends of Cwmcarn Forest Drive on their Good Friday walk to scale Twmbarlwm, and we should all be back at about 01.30pm Leave lower carpark, Cwmcarn Forest Drive at 10.30am |
Rob Southall |
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Sunday 27th March 2016 CANCELLED due to extreme weather |
Llanbedr Horseshoe for Wimps !
With one big climb. The full horseshoe is 18 miles but this walk gives you the highlights including a view of the Dragon’s Back, the highest point in the Black Mountains (Waun Fach) and returns along the drovers path down the Grwyne Fechan valley. 10 miles, Moderate, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am Limited parking - car share is recommended |
Andrew George 07840 743791 |
| Thursday 31st March 2016 |
Pontypridd Circular
Mountain tracks, nature reserve and town including a historical Druid stones, single span bridge, Pontypridd's Memorial Park and dip into the Lido!! 6 miles, Leisurely, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am or 10:00am on Hospital Road near Cottage Hospital and Rocking Stones, CF37 4AH, Grid Ref ST 082902 |
Ceri Waters 07815 308118 |
| Saturday 2nd April 2016 |
Cyfarthfa and Morlais Castles
A walk through town and country, with rich history from 13th century onward. Passing Taff Fechan Nature Reserve, to Morlais Hill, site of a ruined Norman Castle. On to St. Gwynno’s Church in Vaynor then down to Cyfarthfa Iron works and back to the start. 10 miles, Moderate, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Cyfarthfa Castle at 10.30am |
Phil Jenkins 01633 815569 |
| Thursday 7th April 2016 |
Cwmfelinfach
6 miles, Leisurely, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am or Full Moon car park at 09.45am |
Andrea Price 01495 247105 |
| Sunday 10th April 2016 |
Vale of Ewyas
Oh yes ! Ew Yas ! An initial steep climb of almost 1000ft, followed by a gentle descent to Capel y Ffin, returning along the valley floor. 9 miles, Energetic, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am or Llanthony Priory at 10.00am |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
| Thursday 14th April 2016 |
Cwm Lasgarn
6 miles, Leisurely, Band B Starting from Waterworks Lane, off A4043 at Victoria Village Abersychan Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am or Abersychan at 10.00am |
Jan Watkins 01495 223909 |
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Saturday 16th April 2016 Note : Not suitable for dogs |
Mynyddislwyn Not suitable for dogs due to large numbers of sheep and lambs All you've got to do is get up that hill first... then a stroll around highways and byways on the top and it's all downhill from there. 7 miles, Moderate, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Crown car park, West End, Abercarn at 09.45am |
Jill Jones 07718 751475 |
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Thursday 21st April 2016
Note change of venue and leader |
Ogmore-by-sea
6 miles, Leisurely, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am or carpark at Ogmore (Southerndown side) at 10.15am. |
Sonia Thomas 01633 680569 |
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Saturday 23rd April 2016
Note change of day |
The Forest of Dean
A walk from Speech House onto forest tracks and rides and taking in part of the famous sculpture trail. (or bring your own famous sculpture if you've got one.) 9 miles, Moderate, Band E Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am or Speech House Road car park at 10.00am (On left approx. 200 metres past Speech House) |
Anne Beaugie 07905 062329 |
| Thursday 28th April 2016 |
Trellech
6 miles, Leisurely, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am. Very limited parking at Trellech so car-sharing vital. See Front Page for additional info on lunch. |
John Bridge 01495 228058 |
| Saturday 30th April 2016 |
Old Cwmbran to Bettws
Linear canal walk from Old Cwmbran to Bettws. Buses run every 20 mins back to the Rose and Crown pub (closed) in Old Cwmbran where we start. So bring money/bus pass. See Front Page for more info. 6 miles, Easy, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Cwmbran Village Surgery carpark at 10.00am |
David and Alison Orford 01633 866024 |
| Wednesday 4th May 2016 |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
To be decided on the day |
| Thursday 5th May 2016 |
Cwmcarn Scenic Drive (well, it was once!)
6 miles, Leisurely, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am. or Lower Carpark at 09:45am. |
Cilla Hobbs 01495 246189 |
| Saturday 7th May 2016 |
Caerphilly Challenge Bedwas, Draethen and Ruperra If you are willing to lead or back-mark the 11 mile option, let Richard know and then no booking or payment will be necessary. All other options do require booking and payment on the Caerphilly Challenge website There should be a tea-stop at Lower Machen Church. 11-12 miles, Moderate Meet at Bedwas High School at 08:45am |
Richard Beaugie 07905 062329 |
| Wednesday 11th May 2016 |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
To be decided on the day |
| Thursday 12th May 2016 |
Newbridge and Mynydd Maen
6 miles, Energetic 'Exercise' walk, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am. or Abercarn Welfare Ground at 09:45am. |
Terry Wilkins 01495 244866 |
| Saturday 14th May 2016 |
Axbridge - The levels and the tops
Another attempt to do this great walk! A long but steady climb to Crook Peak for fabulous views for 80 miles - including Risca! There's a good pub in the town square afterwards. 8 miles, Moderate, Band F plus bridge toll Leave Blackvein Road at 09:00am. or ask Clive for directions. |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Wednesday 18th May 2016 |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
To be decided on the day |
| Thursday 19th May 2016 |
Duffryn Gardens
6 miles, leisurely, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am. or Duffryn Gardens NT carpark at 10:15am. |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
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Saturday 21st May 2016 Note the change of day due to Velothon |
Iron Mountain Trail
Spoilt for choice today!! A different figure of 8 walk... You decide how tired you are halfway round so do you take the short cut? or do the lot? 7 or 12 miles, Moderate or energetic, Which are you up for? Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09:00am. or Keepers Pond, Blaenavon at 09:45am. |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
| Wednesday 25th May 2016 |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
To be decided on the day |
| Thursday 26th May 2016 |
Rhiwderin
6 miles, leisurely, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am. or Community Hall carpark, Basseleg at 09:45am. |
Sonia Thomas 01633 680569 |
| Sunday 29th May 2016 |
Ewyas Harold
...or George or Fred or even Susan. This is the Golden Valley so hopefully we'll get some golden views of the Herefordshire countryside. 8 miles, Moderate, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09:00am. |
Will Harwood 02920 807936 |
| Wednesday 1st June 2016 |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
To be decided on the day |
| Thursday 2nd June 2016 |
Cwmtillery and Blaenavon
6 miles, leisurely, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am. |
Liz Holland 01495 200673 |
| Saturday 4th June 2016 |
Bath by train
Time for a wash and brush up.... Lovely views over the City from the skyline walk Groupsave tickets for 3 or more from £11.55. Check the Arriva website. And allow plenty of time to get your tickets. 8 miles, Moderate Meet at Newport Station at 08:20am. or Bath Spa Station at 09:40am. |
Anne and Richard Beaugie 07905 062329 |
| Wednesday 8th June 2016 |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
To be decided on the day |
| Thursday 9th June 2016 |
Monmouth
6 miles, leisurely, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am. |
Jan Watkins / Lynne Coates 01495 222842 / 01495 223909 |
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Friday 10th June to Sunday 12th June 2016 |
Turners Tours Weekend Away
We're all going on a Summer Holiday, la-de-da.... A wonderful weekend in Newquay, Cornwall, with walks on each day and probably a train ride too, all to the usual standards of Turners Tours. Give Clive a ring to book or chat about the details. Meet at the Harbour Carpark, Padstow at 01.30pm on Friday |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Wednesday 15th June 2016 |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
To be decided on the day |
| Thursday 16th June 2016 |
Gwyddon Valley
6 miles, leisurely, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am. or Forestry Houses, Gwyddon Road at 09:45am |
Andrea Price 01495 247105 |
| Saturday 18th June 2016 |
Castell Coch
At last, a little bit of culture.... Over the hills and down to the Castle and then somehow back up again. 6 miles, Moderate, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09:00am. or Caerphilly Mountain Cafe carpark at 09:30am. |
Allan and Judith Elliott 01633 612521 |
| Wednesday 22nd June 2016 |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
To be decided on the day |
| Thursday 23rd June 2016 |
Local walk from Blackvein road
6 miles, leisurely Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am. |
John Venn 01495 271953 |
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Sunday 26th June 2016 CANCELLED due to a very poor weather forecast |
Barafundle bay and the Lily Ponds
Lily Pond? I used to know her Mother.... Beaches, Lakes, Lilies and a tank training ground there's just no end to the excitement. 10 miles, Moderate, Band M Leave Blackvein Road at 08:30am. or Stackpole Quay carpark sometime later. |
Ken Wiltshire 07546 976990 |
| Wednesday 29th June 2016 |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
To be decided on the day |
| Thursday 30th June 2016 |
Ebbw Vale, Manmoel and Cwm
6 miles, leisurely, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am. or Festival Park Station at 10:00am |
Terry Wilkins 01495 244866 |
| Saturday 2nd July 2016 |
Cefn Bryn to Three Cliffs Bay
This will be a cliffhanger for sure.... Along the ridge from Cefn Bryn, through the Penrice Estate, across Oxwich Bay to end up at those Three Cliffs. 9 miles, Moderate, Band H Leave Blackvein Road at 09:00am. or Penmaen NT carpark, SA3 2HE, at 10:30am. |
Andrew George 07840 743791 |
| Wednesday 6th July 2016 |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
To be decided on the day |
| Thursday 7th July 2016 |
Taffs Well
6 miles, leisurely, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am. or Castell Coch carpark at 10:00am |
Phil Jenkins 07704 116518 |
| Sunday 10th July 2016 |
Chartists Cave
Dark, damp and dismal, but the walk will be good.... From Trefil to Llangynidr over the moors and past the cave, then back up Duffryn Crawnon after lunch. 15 miles, Moderate / Strenuous, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09:00am. |
Rob Southall 01495 270078 |
| Wednesday 13th July 2016 |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
To be decided on the day |
| Thursday 14th July 2016 |
Llantwit Major
6 miles, leisurely, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am. or Llantwit Major beach carpark at 10:30am |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
| Saturday 16th July 2016 |
West Mendip Way
Ahh, Somerset, so mine's a cider please.... From the valley road to Cheddar with extensive views over the Polden Hills and Blackdown. One steepish climb 7 miles, Moderate, Band G plus bridge toll Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am. or speak to Clive. |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Wednesday 20th July 2016 |
Quarterly Planning Meeting
Autumn is on it's way so where do you want to go? Risca Rugby Club at 7:15 pm |
Richard Beaugie 01633 768541 |
| Thursday 21st July 2016 |
Pontypool
6 miles, leisurely, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am. or Pontypool Leisure Centre carpark at 10:00am |
Jan Watkins / Lynne Coates 01495 222842 / 01495 223909 |
| Sunday 24th July 2016 |
Llanthony, Cwmyoy and Hatterall Hill
or yoyo-ing about all three.... Along the Llanthony Valley to Cwmyoy then a steep climb up Hatterall Hill before descending from Offa's Dyke to Llanthony. 8 miles, Energetic, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09:00am. or Llanthony Priory at 10:00am. |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
| Wednesday 27th July 2016 |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
To be decided on the day |
| Thursday 28th July 2016 |
Local walk from Blackvein Road
6 miles, leisurely Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am. |
John Venn 01495 271953 |
| Saturday 30th July 2016 |
Pennard Castle and Three Cliffs Bay
but with the cut-backs, we've sold one cliff.... A different walk over the downs and dunes, some steep, to Pennard Castle and lunch on the beach. 6 miles, Moderate, Band H Leave Blackvein Road at 09:00am. or Southgate NT carpark at 10:30am. |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Wednesday 3rd August 2016 |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
To be decided on the day |
| Thursday 4th August 2016 |
The Rock to Markham
6 miles, leisurely, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am. or The Rock (Chris Waite car sales) at 09:50am |
Lyn Jenkins 07580 440421 |
| Sunday 7th August 2016 |
St Braivels
You're a braiver man than me, Gunga Din.... A nice, circular walk with lovely views around the Wye Valley, and a break for lunch in the Castle grounds. 8 miles, Moderate, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09:00am. or Tintern Station carpark (it costs) at 10:00am. |
Anne and Richard Beaugie 07905 062329 |
| Wednesday 10th August 2016 |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
To be decided on the day |
| Thursday 11th August 2016 |
Michaelstone-y-Fedw
6 miles, leisurely, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am. or Cefn mably Arms at 10:00am |
Marion Tamplin 01633 613872 |
| Saturday 13th August 2016 |
Castell Coch
At last, a little bit of culture.... Over the hills and down to the Castle and then somehow back up again. 6 miles, Moderate, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09:00am. or Caerphilly Mountain Cafe carpark at 09:30am. |
Allan and Judith Elliott 01633 612521 |
| Wednesday 17th August 2016 |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
To be decided on the day |
| Thursday 18th August 2016 |
Crumlin to Pen-y-Fan Pond
6 miles, leisurely, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am. or The Wexa, Crumlin at 09:45am |
Robin Williams 01495 246733 |
| Sunday 21st August 2016 |
Tredegar from Pen-y-Fan Pond
So starting where we left off on Thursday.... Up the Sirhowy Valley towards Tredegar and then returning along the ridge from the Ebbw Vale side. 14 miles, Moderate, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09:00am. or Pen-y-Fan Pond carpark at 10:00am |
Terry Wilkins 01495 244866 |
| Wednesday 24th August 2016 |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
To be decided on the day |
| Thursday 25th August 2016 |
The British
6 miles, leisurely, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09:30am. or under the Big Arch at 10:15am |
Phil Jenkins 07704 116518 |
| Saturday 27th August 2016 |
The Dragon's Back
I didn't even know he'd been on holiday.... Some lovely countryside up this little valley and probably some good views as we've got one steep climb. 7 miles, Moderate, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09:00am. or Castle Inn, Pengenfford carpark (a small charge) |
Andrew George 07840 743791 |
| Wednesday 31st August 2016 |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
To be decided on the day |
| Thursday 1st September 2016 |
Ynysddu
6 miles, leisurely, Band A One short climb Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or the Ynysddu Hotel at 09.45am |
Liz Holland 01495 200673 |
| Saturday 3rd September 2016 |
Ewyas Harold
The Silvery Golden Valley Just a stone's throw over the border but no throwing stone's, you'll break something. 9 miles, Moderate, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am. or Ewyas Harold, School Lane at 10.00am |
Will Harwood 07538 180375 |
| Thursday 8th September 2016 |
Monknash
6 miles, leisurely, Band C Two climbs and uneven ground Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Monknash carpark at 10.15am |
Sonia Thomas 01633 680569 |
|
Saturday 10th September 2016 CANCELLED |
Blagdon Lake and Cider 'open day'
More of a social event really.... Early start to enjoy the cider open day. A few minor climbs and then cider tasting, Morris dancing, pub and food. 6 miles, Easy, Band F + Bridge toll Leave Blackvein Road at 08.00am. or speak to Clive |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Sunday 11th September 2016 |
Pen-y-Fan Horseshoe
From easy-peasy to serious walking in 24 hours. Circular walk from Neuadd Reservoir to Corn Du, Pen-y-fan and Cribyn. Strenuous uphill climb, moderate ridge walk and ascents, followed by gentle amble back to the car park. 9 miles, Strenuous, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am or Neuadd car park at SO 036171 at 10.00am |
Rob Southall 01495 270078 |
| Thursday 15th September 2016 |
St Illtyd's Church
6 miles, moderate, Band A Up to the church and back through woodland. Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Hafodyrynys RFC at 09.45am |
Robin Williams 01495 246733 |
| Saturday 17th September 2016 |
Tintern Abbey
Someone really ought to paint that Abbey - oh, they have! From the Abbey up the hill to Offa's Duke, past the Devil's Pulpit and back via Brockweir. 7.5 miles, Moderate, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am or lay-by 400m North of Tintern at 10.00am |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
| Thursday 22nd September 2016 |
Llandegfedd Reservoir
6 miles, leisurely, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Reservoir carpark at 10.00am |
John Venn 01495 271953 |
| Saturday 24th September 2016 |
The Beacons Way - Storey Arms to Craig-y-Nos Country Park
After the Summer break, the Adventure continues! Mini Buses will be provided to take walkers back to the starting points. If you intend to participate in any of these walks, you must contact Simon Foster to enable him arrange the transport. For full details go to The special events page. 15 miles, Strenuous Leave Storey Arms top car park at 09.00am |
Simon Foster 07453 578987 |
| Thursday 29th September 2016 |
Sugar Loaf
6 miles, moderate, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
|
Friday 30th September 2016 to Sunday 2nd October 2016 CANCELLED AS NO-ONE CAN MAKE IT |
Turners Tours - a Luxury Weekend somewhere exotic...
but nobody (least of all Clive) is really sure where exactly! However, rest assured that it will live up to the ususal standard in all departments. Full details will appear here as soon as they are available so keep watching..... three moderate walks of 6 - 10 miles, usually with entertainment !!! Leave Friday morning for the first walk at 2.00pm-ish. |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Sunday 2nd October 2016 |
The Wye Valley - with Gwent Area Ramblers
Not exactly sure where, but Wye worry?? There will be two walks, one 8 miles and one 5 miles Leave St Arvans Village Hall at 10.00am |
Welsh Ramblers Gwent Area |
| Thursday 6th October 2016 |
Rhiwderin Circular
6 miles, leisurely, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Rhiwderin Inn at 09.45am |
Sonia Thomas 01633 680569 |
| Sunday 9th October 2016 |
Grwyne Fawr
Dam !!!! and a big one at that... Up past the reservoir to Lord Hereford's Knob, Loads of views and fresh air. 12 miles, Moderate, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am or Grwyne Fawr reservoir carpark at 10.00am |
Terry Wilkins 01495 244866 |
| Thursday 13th October 2016 |
Pen-y-Fan Pond
6 miles, leisurely, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Pen-y-Fan Pond at 10.00am |
Lyn Coates 01495 222842 |
| Saturday 15th October 2016 |
Craig-y-Nos
There's bound to be some old ruins somewhere... Oh Yes there are, I've just got to find them! Lovely moorland scenery as well. 8 miles, Moderate, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Craig-y-Nos carpark (Pay and Display) at 10.30am |
Phil Jenkins 07704 116518 |
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Thursday 20th October 2016 NOTE - Change of location |
Ynysddu and Wattsville
6 miles, Leisurely, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Paul Jones 07891 130109 |
| Sunday 23rd October 2016 |
The Beacons Way Craig-y-Nos to Llandeusant Youth Hostel Mini Buses will be provided to take walkers back to the starting points. If you intend to participate in any of these walks, you must contact Simon Foster to enable him arrange the transport. For full details go to The special events page. 10.5 miles, Strenuous Leave Craig-y-Nos carpark SN 839155 (Pay and Display) at 09.30am |
Simon Foster 07453 578987 |
| Thursday 27th October 2016 |
Newport Wetlands
6 miles, leisurely, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Newport Wetlands carpark at 10.00am |
Phil Jenkins 07704 116518 |
| Saturday 29th October 2016 |
Portishead
A little bit of coast, a little bit of country, so some varied scenery around here! Followed by a post-walk meal at the Windmill Inn (great views over the channel). 6 miles, Leisurely, Band F + bridge toll Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Ship Inn carpark at 10.30am |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Thursday 3rd November 2016 |
Trefil
6 miles, moderate, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or the Top House Pub, Trefil, NP22 4HG at 10.15am |
John Bridges 07773 231177 |
| Sunday 6th November 2016 |
Newland
Off to foreign parts, England!, starting from Redbrook and walking up to the lovely village of Newland and their very famous 'Cathedral of the Forest'. 7 miles, Moderate, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am |
Anne and Richard Beaugie 07905 062329 |
| Sunday 6th November 2016 |
Gwent Area AGM
at Usk Centenary hall hosted by South Gwent. There will be a walk in the morning starting at 10.00. The AGM will start at 2.00 p.m. |
Adrian Sheehan (Secretary, Gwent Area) |
| Thursday 10th November 2016 |
Redbrook and The Kymin
6 miles, moderate, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
| Saturday 12th November 2016 |
Cwmavon
This walk's going to have it's ups and downs. First up and down one side of the valley then up and down the other side, with moors, hills and, of course, valleys. 8 miles, Moderate, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am |
Phil Jenkins 07704 116518 |
| Sunday 13th November 2016 |
Rememberance Day at the Bomber Memorial by invitation from Pontypool Ramblers Climbing to Mynydd Garnclochdy for the annual Remembrance Service at the Bomber Memorial and on to the Goose & Cuckoo for lunch. 8 miles, Moderate, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 08.30am or Goytre Wharf at 09.30am |
Terry Wilkins 01495 244866 |
| Wednesday 16th November 2016 |
Annual General Meeting
and planning for the Spring season walks Risca Rugby Club at 7:15 pm |
Richard Beaugie 07905 062329 |
| Thursday 17th November 2016 |
Black Rock, Portskewett
6 miles, leisurely, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Phil Jenkins 07704 116518 |
| Saturday 19th November 2016 |
The Beacons Way Llandeusant to Carreg Cennen Castle Mini Buses will be provided to take walkers back to the starting points. If you intend to participate in any of these walks, you must contact Simon Foster to enable him arrange the transport. For full details go to The special events page. 13.5 miles, Strenuous Leave Llandeusant Youth Hostel SN 776245 at 09.30am |
Simon Foster 07453 578987 |
| Saturday 19th November 2016 |
Socially Slimbridge
For those not braving the Beacons today, Turner's Tours are running a day trip to Slimbridge where, I'm told, they have an 'exotic animals' weekend. Meet armadillos, young crocodiles, snakes and mini-beasts and face your fears along the way getting hands on! However, there's an extra charge and must be booked in advance for a specific time so let Clive know at once if you are really interested in seeing them. Otherwise we'll just have a look around the Reserve. Depending on the weather I've even worked out a short 4 mile walk if anyone needs a little exercise. Meet at Blackvein Road at 08.30am |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Sunday 20th November 2016 |
Dolygaer to Trefil Quarries
From Pentwyn dam up Cwm Callan to the top of Duffryn Crawnon Duffryn Crawnon and back across the moors. 8 miles, Moderate, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am or small carpark at Dolygaer, SO 054142 at 10.00am. |
Rob Southall 01495 270078 |
| Thursday 24th November 2016 |
Keepers Pond, Blaenavon
A joint walk with Pontypool Ramblers 6 miles, Moderate, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Keepers Pond at 10.00am |
Terry Wilkins 01495 244866 |
| Saturday 26th November 2016 |
Llunch at Mamhiled
Along the banks of the canal and back through the fields just in time for an excellent lunch. 6 miles, Leisurely, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or the Horseshoes, Mamhiled at 10.15am. |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Thursday 1st December 2016 |
Christmas Lunch at Pentwynmawr
Good food and good company but not a lot of Rambling Meet at The Three Horseshoes at 12.30pm for 01.00pm |
Lyn Jenkins 07580 440421 |
| Saturday 3rd December 2016 |
The Friends of Cwmcarn Forest Drive
Rob and the 'Friends' are organising a lead walk around the full route of the forest drive, a 9 mile walk on the metalled road. The purpose is to raise the profile of 'The Friends of Cwmcarn Forest Drive' campaign to re-open the drive once the felling is complete and for people to enjoy the views and see the progress NRW have made so far. Meet at the Visitor Centre at 10.30am |
Rob Southall 01495 270078 |
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Sunday 4th December 2016 CANCELLED (to be re-arranged later) |
Cat's Back and Hay Bluff - CANCELLED
Up the Cat's Back (give it a scratch) and along the ridge to Hay Bluff and back on Offa's Dyke. 8 miles, Moderate, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am or the Cat's Back picnic site, SO 289326. |
Paul and Annette Jones 07891 130109 |
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Thursday 8th December 2016 NOTE - Change of location |
Tintern and Lovers Leap
6 miles, moderate, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Paul Jones 07891 130109 |
| Friday 9th December 2016 |
Christmas Dinner at the Darren
as strenuous or as leisurely as you like The Darren Inn at 7:30pm |
Lyn Jenkins 07580 440421 |
| Sunday 11th December 2016 |
The Beacons Way Carreg Cennen Castle to Bethlehem Mini Buses will be provided to take walkers back to the starting points. If you intend to participate in any of these walks, you must contact Simon Foster to enable him arrange the transport. For full details go to The special events page. 6.8 miles, Strenuous Leave Carreg Cennen Castle carpark SN 666193 at 10.00am |
Simon Foster 07453 578987 |
| Thursday 15th December 2016 |
Parc Cwm Darran
6 miles, Leisurely, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Jan Watkins 01495 223909 |
| Sunday 18th December 2016 |
The Twmbarlwm Mince Pie Walk
The first of our traditional seasonal walks. bring mince pies, cakes and any other goodies you can find. 7 miles, Moderate Risca Leisure Centre at 10.00am |
Ken Wiltshire 07546 976990 |
| Sunday 25th December 2016 |
A Christmas Day Appetiser
An amble around Cwmcarn, bring lunch to keep those cravings at bay. A joint walk with South Wales LDWA. 7 miles, Moderate Pontywaun Spiritualist Church at 10.30am |
Anne Beaugie 07905 062329 |
| Monday 26th November 2016 |
Rhiwderin
Our traditional Boxing Day visit to Rhiwderin Leave Fields Road, Pontymister at 10:30am |
Judith and Allan Elliott 01633 612521 |
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