Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 28th April 2012


Jubilee Weekend Walk - Sunday 3rd July 2012

Green Bridge of Wales and St Govan's Chapel.

This weekend's walk we explore part of the pembrokeshire coastal path. From the village of Bosherston the walk follows the side of the lillyponds to the sandy beach of Broad Haven and continues via cliff tops to St Govan's Head and Chapel. We walk  along flat -topped limestone cliffs as the twin spectacular sights of the Elegug Stacks and the Green Bridge of Wales. From here the walk returns along the same route as far as St Govan's Chapel and continues by road back to Bosherston.

After the walk we will call in at Tenby for some liquid refreshments!

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 10.5 Miles
Meeting: Swansea County Hall at 0900, or start point National Trust car park at Bosherston at 10.15.

If you require any further information regarding the walk contact Emyr on 07846 879210


Rock Climbing with a Difference - Saturday 16th June

You've got to have a crack at this...... it's an opportunity to challenge yourself! Jeff has arranged an outdoor half day rock climbing session with Dynamic Rock - Clydach. Approx price =£30 pp dependent on numbers. Please let Jeff know as soon as possible if you want to go...because the more people we have the less it will cost us all!!

Difficulty: You need to be fit as this is strenuous

Contact  Jeff on 07952 542969

Kayaking Down the River Wye - Sunday 22nd July 

Emyr is organising a Day's Kayaking down the river Wye followed by a leisurely lunch in the Inn on the Wye. If anyone is interested please could you contact Emyr by Sunday 3rd July. Approx price = £15 pp dependent on numbers.

Difficulty: Easy

Contact Emyr on 07846 879210

Gower Macmarathon Walk 2012

TT will be supporting Macmillan cancer. Join Emyr in supporting this worthwhile cause. Walking along the popular scenic linear walk along the beautiful paths and beaches of the gower coastline. The 22 mile route starts from Rhossili and finishes at Mumbles Cricket club. If anyone is interested in taking part contact Emyr by 3rd July 2012. Registration fee is £10.

Please note this is a popular walk hence the reason for early group booking.

Difficulty: Strenuous

Contact Emyr on 07846 879210

That's all for this week folks!

Happy days and happy walking!

Emyr

 

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter 22/05/12

Warriors, Wreckers and U-Boats! An Archeological Walk on Gower - Sun 27th May


Lorraine leads us on a walk with a difference. We will explore some of the beautiful and diverse landscapes of south Gower and will be taken on a fascinating coastal and woodland journey investigating the area's widespread archaeology, dating from prehistory until World War Two.


Start point: Please meet us at County Hall at 09.30 or contact Lorraine (07956734534) if you wish to meet at the start point (NT free car park Penmaen SS523886). With regret we cannot bring dogs on a latter section of the route as it takes us through fields that are being grazed by cows with calves (please see the bottom of the newsletter for details).

Distance: 8 miles.

Difficulty: Moderate

Evening walk - Three Crosses to Craigcefngolau - Thursday 24th May


The walk on Thursday is from Three Crosses to Craigcefngolau with open views over the Loughor estuary. Option of a drink afterwards at the Joiners Arms which is our meeting point to start the walk. Address is 27 Joiners Road, Three Crosses SA4 3NY. Grid reference is SS 569 943. The walk is less than 3 miles and is easy with just one short climb. Call Robert on 07981 963 681 for more details or a lift to the start.

Dave's Jubilee rambling special

Our intrepid explorer Dave is planning a trip over the forthcoming bank holiday. He is looking at Beddgelert to do Nantle Ridge and another walk in the area with the view of possibly camping. If anyone is interested please contact Dave on 07414590217.

That is it for this week folks. Watch out for the new programme which will be posted very soon.
Christian

Footnote:

Dogs in field with cows and young calves


Some of you may be confused as to why dogs may not be able follow some of the route. Lorraine is a dog owner herself and would love to have them with us for the duration. However, there are substantial risks involved with bringing even individual dogs into fields with cows and young calves, particularly when they are on leads.


The route we are taking brings us through some little know coastal paths around south Gower, featuring some stunning landscapes and very interesting remains. However, part of the route is being used, from time to time, to graze cows with calves. As has been widely reported there have been several, sometimes fatal attacks on dogs by female cows protecting young calves. Guidance from the Ramblers association on this issue states to not take even individual dogs into fields. Furthermore, restraining the dog can aggravate the problem, rather than resolve it. This is because a dog on a lead / carried by its owner cannot outrun cows, and nor can its owner. Given that a number of us may be walking, we cannot also lead dogs into the field with us. Consequently, if cows are grazing in this field, dogs will not be able to continue along this section of the walk. Owners and dogs can, of course, leave the walk at this point, if this is the case (for c.1.5miles ).


Further information is available here

http://www.ramblers.org.uk/scotland/press/archive/2011/Dog+walkers+urged+to+be+cautious+near+cows+with+calves

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 7th May 2012

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Sunday 13th May - Aberdulais Adventure

 

 

Starting at Aberdulais we first climb up the ancient Sarn Helen Roman road before dropping down into the Neath valley following St Iltyd's Walk. Passing through Resolven we continue on St. Illtyd's walk before heading back down the Neath valley through the Pelenna Forest. Dropping down to the valley floor we join the peaceful canal tow-path which takes us back to Aberdulais. This walk offers some stunning views and quiet footpaths which are right on our door step. The woods and fields are in their spring-time glory!

 

Distance: 10 miles

 

Meeting Place: Civic Centre East carpark at 9.30 am

 

Contact: Graham on 07770 435341 if you'd prefer to meet at the starting point at Aberdulais.

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Evening Walk: Parkmill - Thursday 10th May


On Thursday 10th there is an evening walk from Parkmill taking in the coast and a castle!  An easy 3 miles followed by the option of a drink afterwards in the Gower Inn.  What better way to spend a summer evening – if summer ever comes!  Meet 7.30 pm at the Gower Inn, Parkmill.  Call Robert (Bob) on 07981 963 681 for further details or if you require a lift to the start.


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Programme Meeting - 17th May @ The Vivs in Sketty


On Thursday 17th we meet to put the next series of walks and events together. Emyr's already organising what looks to be an excellent weekend away in Mid Wales at the end of August, and there will be plenty more we'll be looking to include as well. All welcome, and be sure to come along or contact me if you want to lead a walk or organise a social or other event for the programme.

Place: The Vivs pub in Sketty (West Swansea) - in the Meeting Room at the back.
Time: 19.30
Contact: Doug - 07766652837


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That's it for this week, see you soon!


Cheers,


Doug

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter 02/05/12

Sunday 6th May - Llantwit Major to Nash Point

Beginning in the old rural village of Llantwit Major, we follow a route to Nash Point, a spectacular coastal ridgeway. Let's hope the rain keeps at bay!

Distance: 9 miles

Difficulty: Moderate

Start point: County Hall at 9.30am or Llantwit Major railway station car park at 10.15. Please call Christian if you wish to meet at the start point on 07921-840629.

Thursday 3rd May - Pub night

Yes, it's our regular pub night at The Brunswick pub in Sandfields starting at 8pm.

Discover Wild Wales Emyr style - August 24th - August 27th


There is an opportunity for you to discover the wild mid-Wales countryside. Ty'n Cornel cottage has been booked for the weekend from Friday 24th August until Monday 27th August. The Cottage is situated near the head of the beautiful Doethie valley, off the minor road going East from Llanddewi Brefi. Nearest trains at Llanwrtyd Wells (16 miles), buses at Llanddewi Brefi (7 miles).


The accommodation has no phone signal and meals will be prepared by our very own Douglas!


We will be walking directly from the Cottage over the 3 days taking in the Cambrian mountains!


Total price of weekend £36 pounds £12 per evening.


For anyone interested in the trip please contact Emyr on 07846879210. Please note there are only 16 spaces available!


That's it for this week folks.
Christian

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 24th April 2012

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Llansteffan Walk - Sun 29th April


Andrew B shows us a great route which includes the beaches along the Towy Estuary, Llansteffan and its hilltop castle, and the surrounding countryside of this special area.


Meeting: County Hall Car Park at 0930, or at the start point in Llansteffan at approx 1030.


Distance: 7 Miles


Difficulty: Easy


Contact: Call Andrew B on 07791545345.


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Evening Walk - Sand, Sea and Singleton Park: Thursday 26th April


This Thursday is the start of the fortnightly evening walks on the programme.  This week there is a pleasant stroll through Singleton Park and the foreshore.  Less than 3 miles and very, very easy!  Followed by the option of a drink at the Pub on the Pond. Meet at the Pub on the Pond car park (corner of Mumbles Road and Sketty Lane) at 7.30 pm.  Further details from Robert (07981 963 681).


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Westbourne Pub on Saturday Evening


A few of us are planning to meet at the Westbourne pub on Bryn-y-Mor Road, Brynmill, on Saturday (28th) evening for a few drinks from about 7.30 (but not too many for those that are going to Andy's walk the next day!). Call Doug on 07766652837. All welcome! 


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That's it for another week, see you soon!


Cheers,


Doug

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 15th April 2012

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 15th April 2012

Fan y Big - Sunday 22nd April
Dave takes us on another walk taking in the best of the Brecon Beacons. A strenuous, but rewarding, walk that scales Fan y Big and Gwaun Cerrig Llwydion. This walk entails some exposed conditions and steep climbs and is recommended as a training walk for anyone going on Dave's Bulgaria trip.
Distance: 9 miles
Difficulty: Strenuous
Start time: 0930 at County Hall
For more information or if you want to meet at the start point give Dave a call on 07414 590217.

Regular Pub Night - Thursday 19th April
Meet from 8pm onwards at the Brunswick pub in Sandfields.

Good to catch up with so many of you on Doug's walk today!

Trudi

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter 10th April 2012

Hi all

To those of you attended the Forest of Dean weekend, I am sure you would agree it was a success so thanks Emyr for organising!

Sunday 15th April - Brecon Beacons - Carmarthen Fan

Doug leads a high-level walk up the escarpments of the Carmarthen Fan - a vast ridged range amongst mountainside lakes.

Distance: 7.5 miles

Difficulty: moderate / strenuous

Start point: County Hall at 9.30am or at the start point by Llandeusant at 10.30am. If you wish to meet at the start point please contact Doug on 07766652837.

REMINDER - Simon Yates- The Wild Within Thursday 24th May at the Grand Theatre.

Following the successful beyond the Void tours in 2008-2009, mountaineer Simon Yates, is back on tour promoting his new book,The Wild Within.Simon is one of the world's most prolific mountaineers of his generation. He is best known for being the climber forced to cut Joe Simpson's rope during their fateful descent of Peru Siula Grande - a story retold in Joe's best selling book the BAFTA award-winning film,Touching the Void. Sarah has reserved 10 tickets. If you are interested in attending the above event please contact her on 07986 570008 ASAP. Cost - £13 (students £11)

That's it for this week.

Christian

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - April 1st 2012

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TT's Trip to Forest of Dean and Wye Valley Trip 2012

Hi folks! For all of you who are coming on this weekend's trip details of the weekend are as follows:-

We are staying in the Jovial Colliers pub. If you need directions go directly to the Jovial Colliers website.

We all will be meeting on Friday night between 6p.m - 8p.m. There is a good range of pub food suitable for everyone including the veggie's!
Please could everyone bring a sleeping bag and Towel. If you don't remember them don't worry there's even a contingency plan that you can hire a duvet and towel!
Breakfast is included in the price. The pub will provide packed lunches at a charge of £5 alternatively everyone can bring their own packed lunches and food and there are cool storage boxes in the bunkhouse! We will be eating in the pub on Saturday and Sunday evening.

The walks:-

Saturday 7th April - Symonds Yat

Distance: 10 miles/16 km
Time: 5 Hours
Grade: Moderate

The walk takes us along the river wye passing under the watchful eye of Goodrich Castle, before climbing up to the famous viewpoint at Symonds Yat Rock. Wandering under Coldwell Rocks through to Welsh Bicknor, before returning to Kerne Bridge.

Sunday 8th April - Lybbrook - A Star of the West End

Distance: 7 miles/11km
Time : 4 hours
Grade: Moderate

The walk takes us high up on the east side of the Lyd Valley along the old railway lines, before making a lonely journey through some of the quietest woodland in the forest. The return high up the west side of the valley offers rewarding views and glimpses of some of Lybbrook's listed buildings. The good news is the start point is directly from the jovial Colliers pub door! Happy Days!

Monday 9th April - Coppet Hill

Option 1 - Walking Coppet Hill - A medieval 'weapon of mass destruction'.

Distance: 6.5 miles/10.5 km
Time: 3.5 hours
Grade: Moderate

Coppet Hill is almost cast adrift in an enormous loop in the River Wye and this walk takes in the fine views that can be enjoyed from it's summit ridge. The walk returns along the bank of the Wye after visiting one of the most tranquil spots of the entire valley.

Option 2 - Kayaking on the river Wye

Provisional places have been booked with Wye Pursuits adventure company www.wye.pursuits.co.uk

1/2 day kayaking on the river wye. Take the opportunity to kayak in a Canadian Kayak down the river wye. An 8 mile journey will take two and a half hours. Cost - £15. I will take names of those interested in Kayaking on arrival on Friday.

That's all for now on the trip! If you have any further questions please give me a call on 07846879210.

See you on the Wye!

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Simon Yates- The Wild Within Thursday 24th May at the Grand Theatre.

Following the successful beyond the Void tours in 2008-2009, mountaineer Simon Yates, is back on tour promoting his new book, The Wild Within.
Simon is one of the world's most prolific mountaineers of his generation. He is best known for being the climber forced to cut Joe Simpson's rope during their fateful descent of Peru Siula Grande - a story retold in Joe's best selling book the BAFTA award-winning film, Touching the Void.

Sarah has reserved 10 tickets. If you are interested in attending the above event please contact her on 07986 57008 by Tuesday 10th April. Cost - £13.

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That's all for another week, looking forward to seeing those that are coming in the Forest of Dean!

Cheers,

Emyr

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 25th March 2012

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 25th March 2012

Whitford Point, North Gower - Sunday 1st April 2012
I'll be leading you on a short walk encompassing Whitford Point and Whitford Sands on the North Gower. The tide will dictate the walk to some extent but it should be a nice easy walk with an optional drink in the Britannia Inn after the walk!

Distance: 5-6 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Start time: 0930 at County Hall car park or 10.15 at Whitford Sands car park in Llanmadoc.

If you wish to meet at the start point or have any questions please give me (Trudi) a call on 07773 852162.

Graham's Choir Concert - Thursday 29th March
It's Graham's debut performance this Thursday and I'm sure many of you have already booked tickets to see him sing! I'm not sure if there's any tickets left but if you're interested give Graham a call on 07770 435341.

That's it for this week. I look forward to catching up with those who make my walk next week!

Trudi

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter 18th March

Sunday 25th March - Abergavenny and the Brecon Canal

This week sees us venture up to the heart of Powys with Emyr leading a walk to the Devil's Bridge and the Lonely Shepherd.

Distance: 6 miles

Difficulty: easy

Meeting point: County Hall at 9.30am or if you wish to meet at the start point please contact Emyr on 07846879210 for details.

Thursday 22nd March - regular pub night

This Thursday brings us our regular pub night at the Brunswick in Sandfields from 8pm so why not come along for beverage or two.

That's it for this week folks.
Christian

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter – 13^th Mar 2012

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A Wander Near Whitland – Sun 18^th March

Graham leads a surprise route from the historic town of Whitland, some 15 miles west of Carmarthen and near the Carmarthenshire/Pembrokeshire border. Whitland takes its name from the Cistercian abbey in the medieval period. The monks wore unstained white woollen cloaks, hence the name of the Abbey - "White Land".

Difficulty: Moderate

Distance: 10 Miles

Meeting: At County Hall in Swansea at 0930, or the start point at Whitland at approx 1030. If you wish to go straight to the start point please contact Graham first.

Contact: Graham on 07770 435341

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That’s it for another week, hopefully see you on Sunday’s walk.

Cheers,

Doug

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 4th March 2012

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 4th March 2012

Black Mountains - Sunday 11th March
Emyr takes to the Black Mountains around Abergavenny for a trek up Skirrid. This is an ideal vantage point for some great panoramic vistas!
Distance: 7 miles
Difficulty: Moderate
Start point: 0930 at County Hall car park
If you have any questions or want to meet at the start point give Emyr a call on 07846 879210

Regular Pub Night - Thursday 8th March
Meet after 8pm in the Brunswick Pub, Sandfields.

That's it for this week, except to say big congratulations to Lindsey who completed the Llanelli half marathon today!!

Trudi

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter 26/02/12

Sunday 4th March - Brecon Beacons - Fan fawr and Carreg Gleision

Dave takes us on a walk in the heart of the Beacons - scaling the high peak of Fan Fawr. This walk entails some exposed conditions and steep climbs - and is recommended as a training walk for anyone going on Dave's Bulgaria trip.

Distance: 8 miles

Difficulty: strenuous

Meeting point: County Hall at 9.30am or call Dave on 07414590217 if you want to meet at the start point.

Weekend away in the Forest of Dean - Friday 6th April to Monday 9th April

Our seasonal weekend away takes us to the beautiful Forest of Dean, where we will be staying at a great bunkhouse come pub; the Jovial Colliers Inn. There will be walks exploring the rolling hills and forests of the area, and the option to go Kayaking along the River Wye. Cost is £16 per night (incl. full cooked breakfast with veggie option) / £48 for the three nights. We are also inviting our friends from the Black Country Walking Group. Call Emyr on 07846 879210 if you are interested by 25th March.

Three Peaks Challenge - 31st March

This year, a walking tribute to the late Chris Beynon our former treasurer & committee member who entered this event in previous years on behalf of the SOG.

Choice of 4 routes on the day in & around the Abergavenny area:-
Platinum (17miles), Gold (20miles) , Silver (15miles) & Bronze (10mile)
See Cardiff Outdoor Group website for more details & to book >>>> http://www.threepeakstrial.co.uk/

Please note: Advance booking is essential as no entries will be taken on the day.

We will be leaving from Swansea at 6.30am from the car park opposite the Guildhall. Please contact Emyr on 07846 879210 to arrange a lift by 11th March.

That's it for this week.
Christian

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 20th Feb 2012

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Garth Mountain - Sun 26th Feb

Jon is unable to lead this walk on Sunday, but it will still go ahead as I've agreed to step in to do the honours - if I can find the route, that is!

I should know my way around, I grew up in the shadow of the Garth. However, I wasn't into walking so much as a youngster, and preferred drinking cheap cider and 'MD 20/20' in the park to exploring the local countryside. But that's another story.

We will climb to the top of this prominent hill/mountain peak on the outskirts of Cardiff, the highest point in the County, and the inspiration for the film 'An Englishman Who Went Up a Hill and Came Down a Mountain'. I doubt we'll bump into Hugh Grant on the walk but we may well see some fantastic scenery which takes in Cardiff City, the Bristol Channel, and South West Coast of England, as well as views of the Taff Vale towards Merthyr in the other direction.

Difficulty: Moderate

Distance: 7 miles TBC

Meeting: County Hall at 0930, or the start point of the walk (one of the surrounding villages, depending on the route) at approx 1045.

Contact: Doug on 07766652837 - please call me if you plan to meet at the start point.

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Programme - Version 3

There were some amendments and additions to the Programme after it was sent around. If you're reading this on email, please see attached the latest version which now includes Bob's evening walks, and Graham's choir performance.

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That's it for another week.

Cheers,

Doug

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 14th February 2012

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 14th February 2012

Sunday 19th February 2012 - Castle Carreg Cennen
Andrea will be leading us on this walk which offers varied countryside in the shadows of a spectacular castle ruin. There's a choice of tearoom or pub at the end!!

Distance: 5 milees
Difficulty: Easy
Start time: 0930 at County Hall Car Park
If you wish to meet at the start point or have any questions please call Andrea on 07931 414561.

And a couple of socials............

Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour - Friday 9th March
This Film Festival brings to life the spirit of extreme adventure, remote cultures and the world’s last great wild places - all through the big screen. Be amazed with an extraordinary collection of inspiring films from the world’s most prestigious mountain film festival! The TT's who attended last year had a great time and would strongly recommend this event!

There are about 12 of us going so far and the tickets for the main group have been booked. You can still book independently by calling the Box Office at the Grand Pavilion on (01656) 815-995. If you wish to know the seat numbers for the main group, contact Martin on 07743 593-068.

Location: The Grand Pavilion, The Esplanade, Porthcawl, CF36 3YW.
Time: Arrive 6.30-7pm for 7:30pm start
Cost: £11
Trailer/Info: http://www.banff-uk.com


Welsh Folk Dancing! Twmpath with Jac y Do - Friday 2nd March
This was another very popular event with the TTs last year. 'Jac-y-Do' are returning to the Brangwyn Hall as part of St. David's Week celebrations:

"Popular musicians ‘Jac-y-Do’ will provide an evening of live music and dancing.
Embrace our Welsh culture and join in this fun, Welsh style barn-dance.
Learn some moves from their skilled and supportive caller before putting them to the test."

Location: Brangwyn Hall, Swansea
Time: Arrive 7pm for 7:30pm start
Cost: £6.50 + booking fee
Box Office: 01792 637-300
Info/tickets: http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/search/searchPerformanceDetails.asp?performance_id=34499
Info: http://www.swanseabayfestival.co.uk/index.cfm?articleid=27848

Again any queries contact Martin on 07743 593-068.

That's it for this week!

Trudi

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter 5th February 2012

Hi all, we will have the new programme published shortly on the web but in the meantime here is next week's walk:

Sunday 12th - Llanmadoc circular

Join Emyr on this lovely Gower walk starting in Llanmadoc and heading through woodland towards Whitford Sands and Broughton beach. We will then head past blue pool and dropping down into Burry Holmes before heading back via Rhossili beach.

Distance: 10.5 miles

Difficulty: moderate

Start point: County Hall at 9am or Llanmadoc car park at 9.45am. Please phone Emyr if you wish to meet at the start point on 07846879210.

Socials

Thursday 9th - regular pub night

It's our regular pub night down The Brunswick in Sandfields from 8pm this Thursday so why pop along.

Saturday 11th - A little light music in the Brangwyn Hall

If you are interested in classical musical, the BBC National Orchestra for Wales are playing Sibelius' Tapiola / violin concerto and Elgar's The Music Makers. Tickets are £12.50 and £15.50. Please contact Trish (07841582575) by Thursday if you would like to go.

That's it for this week folks but before I sign out thanks to all of you who have sponsored Lindz and I on our various marathon pursuits.

Christian

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 30th Jan 2012

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Sunday 5th February – Pontneddfechan Waterfall Walk

In a change to the advertised walk, Lesley and Paul lead us on a Tawe Trekkers favourite, taking us up the River Nedd and down the River Mellte, exploring some of the most beautiful waterfalls and gorges in the country. This will include one moderately steep climb. Please bring waterproofs as we will be walking behind one of the waterfalls. There will also be an option to view a spectacular cave so bring torches if you'd like to have a look at this!

IMPORTANT - Note that due to daylight, we will be meeting earlier than usual at 9.00am at County Hall and 9.30am at the start point (The Angel pub in Pontneddfechan).

Distance: 9.5 miles

Difficulty: Moderate

Meeting point: County Hall at 9.00am or the Angel at Pontneddfechan at 9.30am. If you want to meet at the start point please contact Lesley on 07795 964558.

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That's it for another week, but before I go it's worth mentioning that we had a successful Programme Meeting and the new list of walks and events should be available soon - watch this space!

Cheers,

Doug

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter 23rd January 2012

Saturday 28th - Classic Gower walk including Three Cliffs

This week Andrea leads us on a classic south Gower walk taking in the views around Three Cliffs. It has been a while since we've ventured on our doorstep and this is a beautiful area so why not come along.

Distance: 9.5 miles

Difficulty: moderate

Meeting point: County Hall at 9.30am. If you want to meet at the start point please contact Andrea on 07931414561.

Thursday 26th - regular pub night

This is the first of our regular pub nights at The Brunswick pub (Sandfields) for 2012 so why not come along and grab a pint or tipple of your choice.

That's it for this week.
Christian

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 16th January 2012

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 16th January 2012

Castell Coch - Sunday 22nd January
Emyr returns with a walk around Castell Coch near Cardiff. The castle was built as a folly for the Earl of Bute in the Boheimian style and is surrounded by pleasant woodland and hills. There's a lovely pub stop en route too!

Distance: 5.5 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Start time: 0930 at County Hall

If you want to meet at the start point or have any other questions please call Emyr on 07846879210.


Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour - Friday 9th March
This Film Festival brings to life the spirit of extreme adventure, remote cultures and the world’s last great wild places - all through the big screen. Be amazed with an extraordinary collection of inspiring films from the world’s most prestigious mountain film festival! I know the TT's who attended last year had a great time and would strongly recommend this event!

Location: The Grand Pavilion, The Esplanade, Porthcawl, CF36 3YW.
Time: Arrive 6.30-7pm for 7:30pm start
Cost: £11
Trailer/Info: http://www.banff-uk.com

Interested? Please contact Martin on 07743 593-068 by Sunday 22nd January if you'd like to be included within the main TT group booking.
Or to book indendependently call(01656) 815-995 (pavilion@bridgend.gov.uk)

Monthly meal out
Martin has also kindly offered to recommence organising a TT meal out on the first friday of the month (after payday). Any suggestions of places to to try please call Martin on 07743 593-068.

And finally a note from Lindsey.............

I am doing the Llanelli Half Marathon on the 4th of March in aid of the charity "Caer Las Cymru", which I work for, which is a charity that supports and accommodates homeless, vulnerable single people in the South Wales area. The work that we do can be seen at http://www.caerlas.org/

I need to raise at least 50 pounds and all of the money raised will go directly to the scheme I manage. I know money is tight at this time of year, but this is a chance to support a local scheme, and I would really appreciate any donations to spur me on!!! ( (and God knows I'll need all the encouragement I can get, as well as resuscitation at the end!)

Please see the attached sponsorship form and all donations can be sent directly to myself at my home address (which is on the sponsor form) or to Caer Las Cymru itself (Caer Las Cymru, The Customs House, Cambrian Place, Swansea, SA1 1RG), marked for the attention of Lindsey Woosnam

Thanks again and any queries don't hesitate to give me a ring on 07540594527

Lindz

That's it for this week!

Trudi

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 9th Jan 2012

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'Carry On Up The Rhondda' - Ton Pentre Walk - Sun 15th Jan

This Sunday Paul and Lesley will lead a walk in the Rhondda Valley. It's a bit of a steep start to begin with, but once you're up you're on a lovely horseshoe around Ton Pentre.

Distance: 7 Miles

Difficulty: Moderate

Start Points/Times: 0930 at County Hall car park on Swansea, or 1030 at the walk start point (the Ton Pentre Station car park next to the Texaco garage on Ystrad Road, Ton Pentre, CF41 7PN). Please contact Paul if you plan to go straight to the walk start point.

Contact: Paul H on 07794969965

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Programme Meeting - Thurs 12th Jan @ the Vivs in Sketty, 19.30

Yes, as hard as it is to believe it's that time again when we meet to put the next Programme of walks and events together. All welcome - so come along to the Vivs in Sketty for 19.30 with your ideas for walks, events, and offers to lead or organise, or just for the craic!

Call Doug on 07766652837 for more details

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Pantomime (Beauty and the Beast) at the Ostreme Centre - 15th to 18th Feb

Come one, come all, to this year's production at the Ostreme Centre in Mumbles. Our very own thespian, Christian, will play a leading role as a camp hairdresser; Trudi will be singing in the choir; and I'm even helping this year with a bit of scenery painting and prop making. You couldn't make it up!!

Tickets are available for the choice of 4 nights' viewing from Weds 15th to Sat 18th Feb, curtains up at approx 7pm.

Call Christian on 07921840629 to avoid disappointment and book tickets now!

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That's all for this week, see you soon.

Cheers,

Doug

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter 4th January 2012

Hi all

Happy New Year!

Sunday 8th January - replacement walk - Ysteadfellte and beyond

Unfortunately, Robert cannot make the advertised walk so Dave is taking the reigns. Dave will lead a majestic walk starting from Ysteadfellte taking in fan llia and carreg glesiad.

Distance: 8-10 miles

Difficulty: strenuous

Meeting point: County Hall at 9.30am or 10.15am in the village of Ysteadfellte. If you wish to meet at the start point please call Dave on: 07414590217.

Thanks....

For those of you who joined us on the TT Christmas meal I am sure you would want to join me in thanking Martin for his sterling work in arranging this.

Also, thanks to Emyr for arranging a really good New Year trip and Doug for his culinary skills on the same trip. Everyone had a great time!

That's it for this week.
Christian

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter 26/12/11

Hi all

Hope everyone has had a good Christmas!

There is not a walk this weekend but a number of you will be joining us in North Wales. If there are any queries regarding the weekend please phone Emyr 07846879210.

If I do not see you this weekend then I hope you have a good New Year's eve!

Best wishes for 2012 and see you on a walk soon.

Christian

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 12th December 2011

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 12th December 2011

To Bethlehem and back - Sunday 18th December

The last walk before Xmas takes us into rural Carmarthenshire with our friends from the Swansea Outdoor Group. Includes visiting the heights of the iron age fort at Carngoch, views over the Towy valley and the village of Bethlehem. Seasonal hats and carol singing are mandatory! Lol!

Swansea Outdoor Group will kindly supply the mince pies, choc fudge cake & hot mulled wine to keep us going! Finishing off in the pub in Llangadog.

Distance: 8 miles

Difficulty: Moderate

Start time: 930 at County Hall Car Park.

If you want to meet at the start point or if you have any more questions please call Emyr on 07846 879210

Pub night - Thursday 15th December

This week is the final get together for 2011 in the Brunswick pub in Sandfeilds at 8.00 p.m. It would be lovely to see as many of you as possible.

TT's Christmas Meal - Saturday 17th December

By now you should have all made your menu choices! Everyone to meet at Noah's Yard for pre-dinner drinks from 7pm. Sit down for meal in Bizzie Lizzies at 8pm.

Any questions please call Martin on 07743 593068

And finally for those of you coming on Emyr's New Year Trip .............................

New Year in Caernarfon - Friday 30th December 2011 to Monday 2nd January 2012!

This year we'll be staying in Totters Independent Hostel. For details of the accomodation please click on the following link;

http://www.totters.co.uk/

Hostel Parking - please note there is no parking outside the hostel. However, there is a free car park opposite Morrisons supermarket in Caernarfon which is within walking distance.

Walks - planned walks for Saturday, Sunday and Monday - and will be weather dependent!

Food - Self catering! But the plan for New Year's Eve itself is to cook spag bol in the hostel before heading out for a few drinks! Please let Emyr know if you would like to join in the group meal and any veggie requirements by Monday 19th December so we can confirm numbers. Cost of ingedients to be divided between everyone!!

Any other questions please call Emyr on 07846 879210

That's it for this week

Emyr