The Dungeon - 2017 Weekend and Mid-week Walks
This is our full programme of walks for this season
This includes all of our mid-week walks, our light 'n leisurely walks, our 'A Little Different' walks and any other special events
so there should be something for everyone, but if not, then let us know and we'll see what we can do.
There's a map of our main meeting points on the 'Contact Us' page.
Important - If you intend to meet us at the starting point of a walk, please let the walk leader know in advance as there may well be last-minute changes.
Our Summer Tuesday evening walks are casual walks, alternating between starting points.
If you have any questions or want any further information on these walks, please contact us at :-
contact@islwyn-ramblers.co.uk
For a printable .pdf file of our programme, click here :- 2018 Spring programme
so there should be something for everyone, but if not, then let us know and we'll see what we can do.
There's a map of our main meeting points on the 'Contact Us' page.
Important - If you intend to meet us at the starting point of a walk, please let the walk leader know in advance as there may well be last-minute changes.
Our Summer Tuesday evening walks are casual walks, alternating between starting points.
If you have any questions or want any further information on these walks, please contact us at :-
contact@islwyn-ramblers.co.uk
For a printable .pdf file of our programme, click here :- 2018 Spring programme
| DATE | DETAILS | LEADER |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday 1st January 2017 |
Goose and Cuckoo, Llanover
The first walk of the New Year into the hills. Another tradition for bean soup and a roll. 7 miles, Moderate, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 10.00am or Goytre Wharf at 10.45am |
Rob Southall 01495 270078 |
| Thursday 5th January 2017 |
Newport to Caerleon
6 miles, Leisurely, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Sainsburys Newport at 10.00am |
Terry Wilkins and Doreen Ford 01495 244866 |
| Saturday 7th January 2017 |
Parc Penallta
8 miles, Moderate, Band B See if you can spot 'Sultan', the pit pony Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Gelligaer Road carpark (fee) at 10.00am |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
| Thursday 12th January 2017 |
Cwmtillery
6 miles, Leisurely but one climb, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Liz Holland 01495 200673 |
| Sunday 15th January 2017 |
St Brides Major and Ewenny Priory
7-8 miles, Leisurely, Band C Across the fields, clapper bridge and stepping stones Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Jill Jones 07718 751475 |
| Thursday 19th January 2017 |
Pen-y-Fan Pond
6 miles, Leisurely, Band A Around the pond and through the fields Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Paul Jones 07891 130109 |
| Saturday 21st January 2017 |
Barry to Rhoose
7 miles, Moderate linear, Band B Back by train so bring your change Breakfast at Porthkerry Cafe on the way Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Thursday 26th January 2017 |
A Return to Pontymister
6 miles, Leisurely Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
John Venn 01495 271953 |
| Sunday 29th January 2017 |
Llanover
8 miles, Moderate, Band B Along the riverbank and back past the church - probably. Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Mandy Haines 01495 272548 |
| Thursday 2nd February 2017 |
Caerphilly Circular
6 miles, Moderate, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Caerphilly Mountain Snack Bar, CF83 1HJ, at 10.05am |
Sonia Thomas 01633 680569 |
| Saturday 4th February 2017 |
Cwmcarn Forest Drive
7 miles, Moderate-ish, Band A Moderate-ish depending on what the tree-fellers have done! So let's see just what's left of the Scenic Drive Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am |
Allan and Judith Elliott 01633 612521 |
| Thursday 9th February 2017 |
Abergavenny to Govilon
6 miles, Leisurely, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
| Saturday 11th February 2017 |
Roath Park and Lisvane
7 miles, Leisurely, Band B Around the park, past the reservoir to the church and a pub. Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Thursday 16th February 2017 |
Big Pit Circular
6 miles, Leisurely, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Terry Wilkins 01495 244866 |
| Saturday 18th February 2017 |
Llanbedr Horseshoe for Wimps!
10 miles, Moderate with one big climb, Band B To the highest point in the Black Mountains - and the stars beyond Limited carparking so car sharing is recommended. Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am |
Andrew George 07840 743791 |
| Thursday 23rd February 2017 |
Black Rock, Portskewett
6 miles, Leisurely and slow, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Terry Wilkins and Doreen Ford 01495 244866 |
| Sunday 26th February 2017 |
Gray Hill
8 miles, Moderate, Band B Lovely views of Wentwood Forest, the Gwent Levels, both Severn Bridges and the site of an earthquake! Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am or Llanfair Discoed at 09.45am |
Marion Tamplin 01633 613872 |
| Thursday 2nd March 2017 |
Ogmore and Dunraven Bay
6 miles, Leisurely, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Ogmore carpark Eastern side at 10.30am |
Sonia Thomas 01633 680569 |
| Saturday 4th March 2017 |
Patrishow
7 miles, Moderate at an energetic pace, Band C This week we're off up hills and valleys and visiting an interesting old church to uplift your spirits Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am |
Rob Southall 01495 270078 |
| Thursday 9th March 2017 |
A little Local Walk
6 miles, Leisurely Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Marion Tamplin 01633 613872 |
| Sunday 12th March 2017 |
Around Big Pit
9 miles, Moderate, Band B just don't look down, it's very deep so we'll probably go up instead Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Big Pit carpark at 10.00am |
Terry Wilkins 01495 244866 |
| Thursday 16th March 2017 |
White Castle
6 miles, Leisurely, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Jan Watkins 01495 223909 |
| Saturday 18th March 2017 |
Pontlottyn (with Caerphilly Ramblers)
11 miles, Moderate / Energetic, Band B A Practice run for the Caerphilly Challenge past Capel-y-Brithdir with excellent views Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am or Pontlottyn Station at 09.45am |
Richard and Anne Beaugie 07905 062329 |
| Thursday 23rd March 2017 |
The Blorenge
6-7 miles, Moderate and energetic, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Keepers Pond carpark at 10.15am |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
| Sunday 26th March 2017 |
Bishopston Valley
7 miles, Moderate, Band D Around the beautiful Gower peninsular Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am or Caswell Bay carpark at 10.30am |
Andrew George 07840 743791 |
| Thursday 30th March 2017 |
The Sully Circuit
7 miles, Easy, Band B Sea views and a cafe for tea Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Saturday 1st April 2017 |
Byways of Mynydd Machen
8 miles, Moderate Some routes around the hills that might be new to you Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Rob Southall 01495 270078 |
| Wednesday 5th April 2017 |
Summer Planning Meeting
Updates and planning for the Summer season walks Risca Rugby Club at 07:15 pm |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
|
Thursday 6th April 2017 NOTE CHANGE of DESTINATION |
Pontypridd
6 miles. Leisurely, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Ceri Waters 01495 227202 |
| Sunday 9th April 2017 |
Ystrad Fellte
9-10 miles, Moderate with 2 short climbs, Band C Waterfalls and riverbanks, but don't trip over behind the waterfall Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am or Ystrad Fellte carpark at 10.00am |
Liz Holland 01495 200673 |
|
Thursday 13th April 2017 NOTE CHANGE of DESTINATION |
Kenfig Pool
6 miles, Leisurely, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Lyn Coates 01495 222842 |
| Good Friday 14th April 2017 |
Hot Cross Bun walk to Twmbarlwm
As usual we are joining many other groups for this annual assault on Twmbarlwm from all sides. Bring some buns for a bunfest on the tump! Cwmcarn Lower carpark at 10.30am |
Rob Southall 01495 270078 |
| Saturday 15th April 2017 |
Axbridge and Crook Peak
7 miles, Moderate, Band F + bridge toll One long (but not steep) hill with views for 80 miles followed by a welcome rest in a nice pub afterwards Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Thursday 20th April 2017 |
Cwmcarn Scenic Drive
6 miles, Leisurely, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 9.30am or Cwmcarn Lower carpark at 09.45am |
Andrea Price 01495 247105 |
| Sunday 23rd April 2017 |
Craig-y-Cilau and Llangattock
8 miles, Moderate, Band C Climb up to the Llangattock escarpment and take a long view Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am or Crickhowell main carpark (fee) at 10.00am |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
| Thursday 27th April 2017 |
Crumlin to Pen-y-Fan Pond
6 miles, Moderate, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or The Wexa, Crumlin NP11 4PT at 09.45am |
Robin Williams 01495 246733 |
| Saturday 29th April 2017 |
Bettws Newydd
6 miles, Moderate, Band B Visiting the Clytha fort where the bluebells may still be in full bloom Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or National Trust carpark, SO 361085, at 10.15am |
Richard and Anne Beaugie 07905 062329 |
|
Tuesday 2nd May 2017 CANCELLED - leader unavailable |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
Ken Wiltshire - 07546 976990 |
| Thursday 4th May 2017 |
Cyfarthfa Castle
6 miles, Leisurely, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Cyfarthfa Castle at 10.15am |
Paul Jones 07891 130109 |
| Saturday 6th May 2017 |
Caerphilly Challenge - Pontlottyn
If you are willing to lead or back-mark the 11-12 mile option, let Richard know and then no booking or payment will be necessary. All other options require booking and payment on the Caerphilly Challenge website 11-12 miles, Moderate to energetic, Band C For leaders and back-markers, leave Blackvein Road at 08.00am or Pontlottyn School at 08.45am |
Richard and Anne Beaugie 07905 062329 |
| Tuesday 9th May 2017 |
Evening Walk
Leave Risca Leisure Centre at 6:30pm |
Ken Wiltshire - 07546 976990 |
| Thursday 11th May 2017 |
Ynysddu, Up, up and away
6 miles, Leisurely, one short climb, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Ynysddu Hotel at 09.45am |
Liz Holland 01495 200673 |
| Sunday 14th May 2017 |
Trefil, Chartist Caves and Duffryn Crawnon
9 miles, Moderate to strenuous, Band C Trefil (Tredegar) and then Chartists Caves and down into Duffryn Crawnon. Back via the Brinore Tramroad, Dukes Table and Tafarn Ty Uchaf. Moorland, mountain top and valley sides. Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am or Railway Terrace, Trefil SO 121129 at 09.45am |
Rob Southall 01495 270078 |
| Tuesday 16th May 2017 |
Evening Walk
Leave Spiritualist Church, Pont-y-Waun at 6:30pm |
Ken Wiltshire - 07546 976990 |
| Thursday 18th May 2017 |
Cwmfelinfach Bluebell Walk
6 miles, Leisurely, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Wainfawr Park Carpark at 09.35am |
Andrea Price 01495 247105 |
| Saturday 20th May 2017 |
Maen Llwyd
6 miles, Moderate to energetic, Band A From the Maen Llwyd along the ridgeway for lovely views of 'both sides now' and ending back at the pub Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Richard and Anne Beaugie 07905 062329 |
| Tuesday 23rd May 2017 |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
Ken Wiltshire - 07546 976990 |
| Thursday 25th May 2017 |
Llandegfedd Reservoir
6 miles, Leisurely, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Llandegfedd at 10.15am |
John Venn 01495 271953 |
| Saturday 27th May 2017 |
Forest of Dean
8 miles, Leisurely, Band D Around the old railways, forest paths and tracks avoiding the wild piggies and deer if possible through the beautiful natural forest. Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Phil Jenkins 07704 116518 |
| Tuesday 30th May 2017 |
Evening Walk
Leave Risca Leisure Centre at 6:30pm |
Ken Wiltshire - 07546 976990 |
| Thursday 1st June 2017 |
Penderyn and a waterfall
6 miles, Leisurely, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or St Cynogs Church carpark at 10.30am |
Terry Wilkins 01495 244866 |
| Sunday 4th June 2017 |
Fan-y-Big
8 miles, Moderate to Energetic, Band D The best of the Brecon Beacons and needless to say uphill to start but those views, oh, those views... Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am or Forestry car park at Torpantau, GR 056176, CF8 2UT at 10.00 am |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
| Tuesday 6th June 2017 |
Evening Walk
Leave Spiritualist Church, Pont-y-Waun at 6:30pm |
Ken Wiltshire - 07546 976990 |
| Thursday 8th June 2017 |
Llanthony Priory and the Vale of Ewyas
6 miles, Leisurely, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Llanthony Priory at 10.30am. |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
|
Saturday 10th 2017 to Monday 12th June 2017 |
Turners Magical Mystery Tours
Another exhilarating weekend away Not too sure where we are going yet but it could be North Wales, Llandudno, for example or, of course, somewhere completely different. Contact Clive to book your place. |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Tuesday 13th June 2017 |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
Ken Wiltshire - 07546 976990 |
| Thursday 15th June 2017 |
Caerphilly
6 miles, Leisurely, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Caerphilly Mountain Snack Bar at 10.10am. |
Sonia Thomas 01633 680569 |
| Sunday 18th June 2017 |
Cwmtillery Lakes
7 Miles, Moderate, Band B Up to the Blaenavon ridge for lovely views, history and a breath of fresh air! one steady climb. Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Cwmtillery lakes at 10.00am. |
Liz Holland 01495 200673 |
| Tuesday 20th June 2017 |
Evening Walk
Leave Risca Leisure Centre at 6:30pm |
Ken Wiltshire - 07546 976990 |
| Thursday 22nd June 2017 |
Pontypool
6 miles, Leisurely, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Pontypool Leisure Centre at 10.00am. |
Jan Watkins 01495 223909 |
| Saturday 24th June 2017 |
Porthcawl and Kenfig
7-8 miles, Moderate, Band D through the dunes and beach to Porthcawl with time for a swim or a paddle and some candy floss if you're good Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Kenfig Visitor Centre at 10.15am. |
Jill Jones 07718 751475 |
| Tuesday 27th June 2017 |
Evening Walk
Leave Spiritualist Church, Pont-y-Waun at 6:30pm |
Ken Wiltshire - 07546 976990 |
| Thursday 29th June 2017 |
Gaer Fort and Ridgeway
7 miles, Leisurely, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or St Basils Church at 10.00am |
Helen Menzies 07773 143944 |
| Sunday 2nd July 2017 |
Landimore, Gower
6 Miles, Moderate, Band F Following the coastal path then to St Cadoc's Church, 'The Cathedral of the Gower', past Weobley Castle and on through fields Dogs must remain on short leads due to livestock. Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am or Landimore, SA3 1HD, SS 464935 at 11.00am. |
Sue Belcher and Dave Willis 07471 181181 |
| Tuesday 4th July 2017 |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
Ken Wiltshire - 07546 976990 |
| Thursday 6th July 2017 |
Gray Hill
6 miles, Leisurely, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Cilla Hobbs and Ceri Williams 01495 246189 |
| Saturday 8th July 2017 |
Radyr and St Fagans
7 miles, Leisurely, Band B OK, Folk, off to the Folk Museum we go across the fields while they last before they become a giant housing estate. Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
|
Tuesday 11th July 2017 CANCELLED due to bad weather |
Evening Walk
Leave Risca Leisure Centre at 6:30pm |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Thursday 13th July 2017 |
Hafodyrynys and St Illtyds
7 miles, Moderate, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Hafodyrynys Rugby Club at 10.00am. |
Robin Williams 01495 246733 |
| Sunday 16th July 2017 |
Llanover
8-9 miles, Moderate, Band B Around the lanes and riverbanks of the Usk Old churches, chapels and may even be a canal bank Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Mandy Haines 07879 057367 |
| Tuesday 18th July 2017 |
Evening Walk
Leave Spiritualist Church, Pont-y-Waun at 6:30pm |
Ken Wiltshire - 07546 976990 |
| Wednesday 19th July 2017 |
Autumn Planning Meeting
Updates and planning for the Autumn season walks Risca Rugby Club at 07:15 pm |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Thursday 20th July 2017 |
Rhiwderin
6 miles, Leisurely, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Basseleg Community Hall at 10.00am |
Sonia Thomas 01633 680569 |
| Sunday 23rd July 2017 |
Three Cliffs
7 Miles, Leisurely, Band F Lets go to the seaside while the sun shines Lots of lovely coastal scenery and lunch on the beach for real sand-wiches. Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Tuesday 25th July 2017 |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
Ken Wiltshire - 07546 976990 |
| Thursday 27th July 2017 |
Castell Coch
6 miles, Leisurely, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Castell Coch at 10.15am. |
Lyn Coates 01495 222 842 |
| Sunday 30th July 2017 |
Llantwit Major and Nash Point
7 miles, Moderate, Band D The Glamorgan Heritage Coast complete with lighthouses, foghorns, views and old fossils (and that's not me !!) Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am or Llantwit Major beach car park at 10.00am. |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
| Tuesday 1st August 2017 |
Evening Walk
Leave Risca Leisure Centre at 6:30pm |
Ken Wiltshire - 07546 976990 |
| Thursday 3rd August 2017 |
Abersychan Bomber Memorial
6 miles, Leisurely, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Terry Watkins 01495 244866 |
| Saturday 5th August 2017 |
Piercefield and the Giant's Cave
7-8 Miles, Moderate, Band C mooching around the Wye Valley and the remains of a very nice mansion, a viewpoint and a cave for a smallish giant. Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Wyndcliff Rocks carpark at 10.15am. |
Phil Jenkins 07704 116518 |
| Tuesday 8th August 2017 |
Evening Walk
Leave Spiritualist Church, Pont-y-Waun at 6:30pm |
Ken Wiltshire - 07546 976990 |
| Thursday 10th August 2017 |
Duffryn Gardens
6 miles, Leisurely, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Duffryn Gardens at 10.15am. |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
| Sunday 13th August 2017 |
Biblins and the Wye Valley
8 Miles, Leisurely, Band D Swing bridges, ferry boats and a river - couldn't be a better way to see the Wye, might even be a cave or two if you're good. Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Tuesday 15th August 2017 |
Evening Walk
Leave Blackvein Road at 6:30pm |
Ken Wiltshire - 07546 976990 |
| Thursday 17th August 2017 |
Manmoel to Ebbw Vale
6 miles, Leisurely, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Manmoel Village at 10.00am. |
Robin Williams 01495 246733 |
| Saturday 19th August 2017 |
St Brides and Ewenny
8 Miles, Moderate, Band C Across the fields, over the clapper bridge and through the trees to Ewenny Priory for lunch by the river and back over the stepping stones to the pub. Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or St Brides carpark opp. pub at 10.15am. |
Jill Jones 07718 751475 |
| Tuesday 22nd August 2017 |
Evening Walk
Leave Risca Leisure Centre at 6:30pm |
Ken Wiltshire - 07546 976990 |
| Thursday 24th August 2017 |
Risca
6 miles, Leisurely Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
John Venn 01495 271953 |
| Sunday 27th August 2017 |
Dolygaer to Trefil Quarries
8 miles, Moderate, Band C From Pentwyn dam up Cwm Callan to the top of Duffryn Crawnon. From there to the Trefil Top quarries, back across the moors and down into Dolygaer Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am or small carpark at Dolygaer, SO 054142, at 10.00am. |
Rob Southall 01495 270078 |
| Saturday 2nd September 2017 |
Penhow and Llandevaud
7-8 Miles, Moderate, Band C Through lovely countryside and lanes on the 'dark' side of Newport Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or contact Ken for an alternative meeting place |
Ken Wiltshire 07546 976990 |
| Thursday 7th September 2017 |
Monknash to Dunraven Park
6 miles, Leisurely but coastal hills, Band D with a beach walk if the tide allows Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or carpark 0.5 miles past the Plough and Harrow, Monknash at 10.30am |
Sonia Thomas 01633 680569 |
| Sunday 10th September 2017 |
Machen Mountain
7 miles, Moderate Forest tracks and magnificent local views straight from our meeting point Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Marion Tamplin 01633 613872 |
| Thursday 14th September 2017 |
Salmon's Leap, Dinas Powis
6 miles, Leisurely, Band B Countryside and an iron-age fort Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Dinas Powis village square at 10.15am |
Cilla Hobbs - 01495 246189 and Ceri Williams - 01633 666529 |
| Saturday 16th September 2017 |
Llangattock
10 Miles, Strenuous, Band C Climbing 1600ft through the quarries, peat bogs and caves (bring a headtorch with you) to the top, then past the Lonely Shepherd on the way down Leave small carpark at Llangattock at 09.30am or you can arrange to meet at Blackvein Road |
Simon Foster 07453 578987 |
| Sunday 17th September 2017 |
Gwent Area Ramble
There will be a 9 mile strenuous walk and a shorter moderate walk, both starting from Machen Village Hall at 10.00 am. Afternoon refreshments for the returning walkers will be provided. |
Roger Binding, South Gwent Ramblers roger.binding at yahoo.co.uk |
| Thursday 21st September 2017 |
Nantcarn Valley
6 miles, Leisurely, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Lower carpark, Cwmcarn at 09.45am |
Andrea Price 01495 247105 |
| Saturday 23rd September 2017 |
Blagdon Lake and Cider 'Open Day'
5-6 Miles, Easy, Band F plus bridge toll Early start to enjoy the cider open day A few minor climbs and the cider tasting with Morris Dancing, pub and food Leave Blackvein Road at 08.00am or contact Clive for an alternative meeting place |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Thursday 28th September 2017 |
Llanthony Priory and the Vale of Ewyas
6 miles, Moderate, Band D Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Llanthony Priory at 10.30am |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
| Tuesday 29th August 2017 |
Evening Walk
Leave Spiritualist Church, Pont-y-Waun at 6:30pm |
Ken Wiltshire - 07546 976990 |
| Thursday 31st August 2017 |
Llancaiach Fawr for coffee
6 miles, Leisurely, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Penallta carpark near Rowan Tree Inn if open |
Phil Jenkins 07704 116518 |
| Sunday 1st October 2017 |
Bomber Memorial and Beacons ridges
8 Miles, Moderate to Strenuous, Band D A good lung-clearing session on top of the World Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am or Waterfalls carpark at 10.00am |
Rob Southall 01495 270078 |
| Thursday 5th October 2017 |
Sully Circuit
6 miles, Leisurely, Band B Amble the lanes, fields and coast Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
|
Saturday 7th October 2017 to Monday 9th October 2017 |
Turners Tours Weekend Away - Cornwall
It's a mystery no longer! We're off to Falmouth. Our 3-day Autumn tour to somewhere nice and warm with walks around Falmouth town, Porthcurno, St Mawes and probably Mevagissy too (that's easy for you to say!) Contact Clive straight away to reserve your place ! |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Thursday 12th October 2017 |
Horseshoe Pass, Cwmcarn
6 miles, Leisurely, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Lower carpark, Cwmcarn at 09.45am |
Robin Williams 01495 246733 |
|
Saturday 14th October 2017 Note change of date |
Ynysybwl
7 Miles, Leisurely to Moderate, Band C Along the old railway line to Ynysybwl then a long hill up to the ridge for great views and back along an ancient cobbled road Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or limited roadside parking at ST 0765 9265 at 10.15am |
Phil Jenkins 07704 116518 |
| Thursday 19th October 2017 |
Silent Valley, Ebbw Vale Doreens LXXX Walk 6 miles, Leisurely, Band B Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Beechwood House Cemetery at 10.00am |
Terry Wilkins 01495 244866 |
|
SUNDAY 22nd October 2017 Note change of date to SUNDAY |
Bristol and the Avon Gorge
7 Miles, Moderate, Band E plus bridge toll Woods, valleys, bridges in the Avon Gorge stopping at the harbourside for lunch Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Bristol Observatory, Clifton at 10.30am |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Thursday 26th October 2017 |
Cowbridge, Iolo's walk off the telly
6 miles, Leisurely, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Cowbridge Town Hall carpark at 10.30am |
Jan Watkins - 01495 223909 Lyn Coates - 01495 222842 |
| Sunday 29th October 2017 |
Sugar Loaf
7 Miles, Moderate, Band C Stunning views around the Usk Valley just avoid those low-flying jets... Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or NT carpark above Sugar Loaf Vineyard at 10.15am |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
| Thursday 2nd November 2017 |
Upper Dare Valley
6 miles, Moderate, Band C Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Dare Valley Country Park at 10.15am |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
| Saturday 4th November 2017 |
Portishead
7 Miles, Easy to Moderate, Band E plus bridge toll Sea views, woodland and old villages with lunch at the Windmill afterwards Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Opposite The Ship Inn, Portishead at 10.30am |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Sunday 5th November 2017 |
Gwent Area AGM
5 miles, Easy A short, easy walk around the fields and woods of St Arvans Meet at St Arvans Village Hall at 10.00am to be followed by the AGM. |
Lower Wye Ramblers |
| Thursday 9th November 2017 |
Piercefield House and Wyndcliff
6 miles, Moderate, Band C through the Giants Cave to the ruined mansion Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Wyndcliff carpark at 10.30am |
Phil Jenkins 07704 116518 |
|
Sunday 12th November 2017
NOTE :- Change of Leader |
The Cwmdare Windmills
7 Miles, Moderate and definitely NOT at a brisk pace, Band C Hillside and moorland to Lluest Wen Reservoir and almost to the head of Rhondda Fach valley Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Cwmdare Country Park at 10.15am |
Phil Jenkins 07704 116518 |
| Wednesday 15th November 2017 |
Annual General Meeting
Group AGM and planning for the Spring season walks Risca Rugby Club at 07:15pm |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Thursday 16th November 2017 |
Ynysddu
6 miles, Leisurely, Band A Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Ynysddu Hotel at 09.45am |
Liz Holland 01495 200673 |
| Sunday 19th November 2017 |
Mynydd Illtyd and Cefn Llechid
8 Miles, Moderate, Band D The hills and moorland above Sennybridge and Brecon to see for miles Leave Blackvein Road at 09.00am or Brecon Beacons National Park Centre at 10.00am |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
| Thursday 23rd November 2017 |
Rhiwderin
6 miles, Leisurely, Band A Lovely views but could be a little muddy Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Rhiwderin Inn at 09.45am |
Sonia Thomas 01633 680569 |
| Saturday 25th November 2017 |
Cil Lonydd, Abercarn
6-7 Miles, Moderate, Band A A steep and often muddy climb but beautiful views from the top Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Abercarn Primary School at 09.45am |
Jill Jones 07718 751475 |
| Thursday 30th November 2017 |
Pontllanfraith
6 miles, Leisurely, Band B Amble the lanes, fields and changing valleys Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Bryn playing fields carpark at 09.45am please park furthest away from the pavilion |
Ceri Waters 07815 308118 |
| Friday 1st December 2017 |
Christmas Dinner at the Darran
A very pleasant social evening, numbers will be limited so please contact Lyn to book your place The Darran Inn, Risca at 07:30pm |
Lyn Jenkins 07580 440421 |
| Sunday 3rd December 2017 |
Mynydd-y-Grug
7-8 Miles, Moderate, Band A one climb then moorland and woodland above the Sirhowy Valley Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Ynysddu Hotel at 09.45am |
Liz Holland 01495 200673 |
| Thursday 7th December 2017 |
Christmas Lunch at the Horseshoes
0 miles, Very leisurely, Bring your own band A long, long walk from the carpark all the way to the conservatory.... please contact Lyn to book your place The Three Horseshoes, Pentwynmawr at 12.30pm for 01.00pm |
Lyn Jenkins 07580 440421 |
| Saturday 9th December 2017 |
The Wye Valley
9 Miles, Moderate, Band D Not exactly sure where we're going to end up but it's always nice in the Wye Valley, isn't it? Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
Anne and Richard Beaugie 07905 062329 |
| Thursday 14th December 2017 |
Around our own area
6 miles, Leisurely A local walk starting from Blackvein Road Meet at Blackvein Road at 09.30am |
John Venn 01495 271953 |
| Saturday 16th December 2017 |
'Llunch' at Mamhiled
6 miles, Leisurely, Band C Around and about the canal at Mamhiled and ending up for lunch at 'The Horseshoes' Let Clive know you are coming to reserve lunch. Meet at Blackvein Road at 09.30am or the public carpark in Goytre (By the Goytre Arms) at 10.15am |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Thursday 21st December 2017 |
Crickhowell and Llangattock
6 miles, Moderate, Band C Along the canal and Usk Valley for a pre-Christmas tea afterwards Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Crickhowell Tourist Information Centre at 10.15am |
Mike Showler 07814 006646 |
| Saturday 23rd December 2017 |
Twmbarlwm Mince Pie Walk
7 Miles, Moderate Up to the top of of the tump on Twmbarlwm to eat those all-important mince pies and any other goodies you bring along Leave Risca Leisure Centre at 10.00am |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Monday 25th December 2017 |
A Christmas Day Appetiser
7 Miles, Leisurely An amble around Cwmcarn, bring you own lunch Joint walk with the South Wales Long Distance Walkers Association Leave Pontywaun Spiritualist Church at 10.30am |
Anne Beaugie 07905 062329 Grae Yeandle (LDWA) 01633 893710 |
| Tuesday 26th December 2017 |
Rhiwderin for Boxing Day
7 Miles, Leisurely Our traditional walk to the Rhiwderin Inn up to Ochrwyth and along the ridge Leave Fields Road, Pontymister at 10.30am |
Clive Turner 07802 231371 |
| Thursday 28th December 2017 |
Cwmtillery Lakes
6 miles, Leisurely, Band B A flat walk with good views and plenty of fresh air! Leave Blackvein Road at 09.30am or Cwmtillery Lakes at 10.00am |
Phil Jenkins 07704 116518 |
Sorry - You're too late for the walks below - but there's loads more to come......
(Have a look in 'The Dungeon' for more of our past adventures)
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