Newsletter - Llanddeusant Black Mountain Walk Sunday 1st July - Dorset Weekend

Hello there,


Well 'shiver me timbers', it is almost July, and April seems to be a dim and distant memory, the last time we appeared to have any decent weather. Anyway we have a few things this week to help us ease our way into what will be a scorcher of July with a stroll into the Black Mountain.

Llanddeusant to the Black Mountain via Llyn- Y-Fan Fach

This walk takes us too the legendary lake of Llyn-Y-Fan Fach following the Beacons way, we then circle to to of the Escarpment and head down to Twyn Yr Esgair and then plot our way westwards to arrive back at our startpoint. Obviously, this is a mountain walk, but remember that we have not enjoyed such good weather this summer (so far), and there is no reason why Sunday should be different, so be prepared! By equal measure, there is also every reason it could be gloriously sunny weather, so bring a hat and sun cream!



Distance 9-10 Miles

Gradients There are some steep gradients to climb, particularly at the early parts of the walk.

Dogs Dogs are welcome on this walk, but usual stuff about sheep and control,'nuf said.

Meet point County hall east Car Park at 9:30 our at Llanddeusant at 10:30.

Any more info required, give me a call on 07990 807510.


Rob


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Dorset Coast Weekend - 17th/18th/19th August - For Information and Action


We now have places booked at the Lulworth Cove YHA, and the deposit has been paid. Cost will be £14.95 per night/£28.90 for the two nights.


More details to follow, but I have already been checking out some great looking walks in the area.


The weekend should follow the usual format which involves arriving on the Friday evening, doing a longer walk on Saturday, and a shorter one on the Sunday morning before heading back. There'll be a choice of eating out or self catering on both nights.


If you want to come along, please give me a cheque for £28.90 by the 20th July. If you need persuading, or want to find out more, then please give me a bell on 07766652837


Cheques payable to 'Tawe Trekkers' and postable to:


Doug Morgan
32 Eaton Crescent
Uplands
Swansea
SA1 4QL

Cheers,


Doug


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That's it for the moment. We should have the website up and running again soon, and keep an eye out for the New Programme, coming shortly!

Rob

Website

Hi all,

Due to those useless muppets, Virgin Media, it should be noted that the Tawe Trekkers website will not be available for a short period.

It is hoped that normal service will be resumed next week.

All the best,

Doug

Worms Head Evening Walk

Hi all,

This week's newsletter features a great evening walk on Worms Head led by Jo, and the date for the Dorset Weekend! Read on and all will be revealed...


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Worms Head - Saturday 23rd June - EVENING WALK

The tide times for my Rhossili walk on 23rd are 5pm-10pm so we'll be doing something we've never done before - an evening walk with added sunset factor! Bring picnic a picnic, and assemble at County Hall car park at 4.30pm or Rhossili car park 5.15pm.


Dogs should be fine as long as they're well behaved and not prone to chasing nesting birds or seals, yes that's right, seals!

Give me (Jo) a call on 07811654826 for more details.

See you there!

Jo


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Date Set for Dorset! - 17/18/19th Aug


Following the planning meeting, we have now chosen the weekend of 17/18/19th August for Dorset. More details to follow, but if you want to discuss in the meantime, call Doug on 07766652837.



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Rucksack for Sale


Lowe Alpine 'Liberty' 75 + 25 litre rucksack for sale.


Excellent condition, hardly used.


Price new; circa. £100.


Going for a song at 25 nicker.

Call Neil on 047900156178 if you're interested, or give Doug a bell if you can't get hold of Neil.

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Photo's - Message from Martin

Could you put a bit in the next newsletter asking people to send photos in? We haven't had any new ones since the winter and there must be loads out there!

Could you ask people to email them to me at by clicking here

- that way it doesn't matter how big the files are and I get them straight away.

Cheers,

Martin

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Well that's about it for this week.

All the best and see you soon,

Doug

Port Eynon on Saturday - Programme Meet - Dorset Weekend

Port Eynon - Sat 16th June

This weekend we have a great walk around Port Eynon in store for you. We'll walk along a prime stretch of coastline to begin with, and then return through some nice open plains and fields with great views in all directions.

Here's the lowdown:

Meeting Points: County Hall Carpark at 0930, or the start point, Port Eynon Carpark at about 1000. (Grid Ref. 468852)


Difficulty: Easy


Distance: 5 Miles


The walk was originally going to be led by Tyra, but she's had to go to Norway so Doug's stepping in to take her place. Give Doug a ring on 07766652837 for more details.




Programme Meeting - This Thursday 14th June


Don't forget folks, it's the Programme Meeting on Thursday, at the Viv in Sketty. This will replace the usual social night at the Brunswick, and we're looking to kick off at 7pm, but don't worry if you're going to be late. Bring your ideas, or merely a willingness to lead a walk along with you, or just come along for the craic - the more the merrier!





Call Christian (he's the one in the middle) on 07813498468 for more details.


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Dorset Weekend - Get Your Preferences in for Dates!!


We're looking to do a weekend on the lovely Dorset Coast for the next Programme, so if you're interested in coming along please say which dates you can/can't make from the following:


3/4/5 August

10/11/12 August

17/18/19 August

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That's all for now folks!

Cheers,

Doug