DOLWYDDELAN 10th October 2021

 

Photo from Dawn

It was glorious sunshine as the coach pulled into Dolwyddelan and the parties set off on their individual routes.

The Oldhams and Geoff’s group headed for Dolwyddelan Castle and over to the far end of the beautiful Roman Bridge valley.  Keith then headed up the remote slopes of Yr Arddu at the western end of the valley to commence the grand circuit of the Moel Meirch – Cribau Ridge which finally ends with Moel Siabod. A grand 13 mile route of panoramic views.

Geoff’s group followed a path beyond the wet lands of Llynau Diwaunydd to join the same ridge at Clogwyn Bwlch y Maen and then up over Crib to the summit of Siabod. From here they had the some of the best views in Snowdonia.

John G led his group due north in the direct route up Siabod. The forestry paths lead up to the waterfalls and Lyn y Foel. From here they followed the exciting West Ridge up to the summit.

Paul took his group north east over the remote undulating open land above the Lledr Valley. They descended to cross the Llugwy at the Ugly House and then follow devious paths and mining tracks in the forestry above the Swallow Falls.

Stuart and Ele went south from Dolwyddelan up Bwlch y Groes and over to Penmachno. They returned to Betws using some very muddy forestry paths to cross the Lledr valley at Gethin’s Viaduct.

Mike led his small group on the Clogwyn Llwyd path to Pont Cyfyng, close below Siabod with glorious views of the Llugwy valley. They crossed the river at the Ugly House and followed it with rocky river scenery all the way to Betws.

Steve J walked from Capel Curig into the Eastern Carneddau and roamed on Pen Llithrig y Wrach seeing no more than five people all day.

The journey did seem a long way but it was no further than the northern Lakes. When the weather and scenery was so beautiful it was very well worth it. Mark’s driving skills excelled with his close manoeuvring through Llanrwst. Thank you Mark.

Mike

Our photographers had a field day too. Thank you to Geoff, Mike C, Mike B, Dawn, Howie, Stuart, Rick, Chris, Steve J and Elaine.


To open the photographs click here.

Christmas Meal will be at the usual venue

The Calf’s Head Worston on the Settle Walk  5th December 2021. Menu below.

If you intend booking for the Walk and Meal the total cost will be £31.50.

It would be very helpful if you could put the correct amount - £31.50 (cash or cheque)  in a named envelope with your choice of menu and give it to me on the coach.                                             I will have no change!

Next Walks        

                                and AGM  Presentation notice.....see below......

Sunday 24th October 2021 – Ravenstonedale to Sedbergh

5.30 p.m. departure

 

Northbound to Preston, M6 north to junction 38, A685 to Ravenstonedale, A683 to Sedbergh. Park in Sedbergh. Morning coffee stop at Burton services.

Sunday 7th November 2021 – Kettlewell to Malham

*** Note 1st 5.00 p.m. departure ***

 Northbound to Preston, on to the M65, M65 eastbound to Colne, A56/A59 to the Skipton roundabout, B6265/B6160 to Kettlewell. Return via B6160/B6265 to Skipton, A65 westbound through Gargrave, minor roads through Airton and Kirkby Malham to Malham. Park in Malham. Morning coffee stop at Darwen services, M65

 


                                            Remember!

                SFWC Club AGM  7.30 Wed 27th October 2021

            Alan Williams has kindly offered to do a presentation 
                                    after the Meeting.

                    Climbing in the Bolivian Andes



Hope to see you there


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