Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 1st Sept 2009

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The Caerfanell Valley Walk - Sun 6th September

This walk encapsulates every sort of landscape found in the Brecon Beacons. Perhaps its most notable attraction is the superb skyline vistas on view around the ridges of the Caerfanell Valley. The walk starts by climbing steeply on to an impressive peak and then stays at an elevated position to give way to a range of stunning elevated views across the National Park. On the way we pass the wreckage of a Canadian bomber which crashed on a training flight in 1942(killing all crew on board). We descend back to the start point through sumptuous wooded glades riven with waterfalls. Although not of great distance, it should be noted that this walk entails some steep climbs and some slightly awkward footwork, it is therefore graded as moderate.

Distance: 5.5 miles

Difficulty: Moderate

Meeting: 0930 at County Hall or 1030 at the start point; the carpark on the road between the Pontsticill and Talybont reservoirs - GR056175.

If you plan to meet at the start point please call me, Doug, on 07766652837. (Note that Emyr was down to lead this walk but as he's unavailable on this weekend I'll be leading it instead.)


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TT Winter Warmer - Lampeter Weekend 27th - 29th November

With the dark nights and a chill in the air why not lift your spirits and join in on a weekend of walking and fun. We are planning to go to Lampeter and I have booked Penty Cottage which is located in Cwmann (http://www.walesdirectory.co.uk/holiday-cottages2/WALESOVB.htm).

As I am sure you will agree this is pretty tidy establishment (in both the Welsh and English sense of the word). The plan will be to arrive on Friday pm and frequent a local watering hole and then in time honored fashion do a medium length walk (8-10 miles) on Saturday and a shorter one on Sunday (5-6 miles).
On Saturday evening the plan will be to cook a feast and then play games, have a dance amidst a roaring fire and generally have fun. Numbers are limited to 10 so this will be a strictly first come first served basis.

If you want to come along please express your interest to Christian (07791089942) asap.

A deposit of £9 will be required with a further £22 by the 18th September (i.e. £33 in total). If there are latecomers then we will of course try to help you find alternative accommodation!

Christian

PS. If you have an aversion to sharing a double bed with a friend you may struggle!


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Proms in The Park - 12th September

That festival of music; Proms in The Park, will be making it's return to Singleton Park on the 12th. Cat is organising a group to go along; if you'd like to join her give her a call on 07717752715.

Tickets are available at the Grand Theatre, people will need to sort their own tickets out and contact Cat to discuss the proposed rendezvous.


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Programme Meeting - 17th September - Vivs Pub, Sketty - 1930

The next Programme meeting will be held at the Vivs in Sketty on the above date/time; no longer the distinctive yellow pub but now the distinctive red pub! (Hopefully they won't change the colour again before the meeting - that might be confusing!).

As always, we're looking for contributions for the next series of walks/events. Either bring items along with you on the night, or (preferebly), let Trudi or Emyr know beforehand. Contact:-

Emyr: 07846879210, or

Trudi: 07807726441...

To inform them of walks/events you'd like to lead/organise, or for any other queries about the programme meeting.

Note: this will replace the regular Brunswick pub night.


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Cornwall Weekend: Friday 25th - Monday 28th September

The Black Country Group are organising a trip to Cornwall on this date, and in the spirit of joint events between our two groups, Emyr is organising a TT contingent! I believe that there are a few people planning to go along already.

If you're interested in joining Emyr give him a call on the number above.


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It's a busy time at the moment so hope you took that all in! Before I go, just a quick reminder that it's the regular pub night at the Brunswick on Thursday (4th).

See you soon,

Cheers,

Doug