Tawe Trekkers Newsletter 28th November 2011

Sunday 4th - Ynysmeudwy

This is not an easy walk – it’s a very easy walk! The walk is mostly on tarmacadam paths (but not on roads) alongside the Tawe and Swansea Canal. It takes in part of the St. Illtyd’s Way. Even though the walk is flat there’s an opportunity to see waterfalls and weirs.

Distance: 8 miles

Difficulty: Easy

Meeting point: Meet at 09:30 at County Hall as usual or 10:00 near Ynysmeudwy Arms – parking on the road or in the Girls and Boys club opposite the pub. The postcode is SA8 4QJ or grid reference SN 739 057. If you are going direct to the start please let Robert know – 07981 963 681.

Dave's September 2012 Bulgarian extravaganza

If you are interested in the Bulgaria trip Dave will be in the Prince of Wales pub in Kenfig Poole (CF334PT) from 7.30pm to discuss further details. The trip will be over 8 days and will be a mixture of walking and relaxing and promises some great scenery. If you want any further details please contact Dave on: 07414590217.

Thursday 1st December - Pub night

This Thursday brings our regular pub meeting at the Brunswick pub (Sandfields) from 8pm.

Have a good week all.

Christian

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 21st Nov 2011

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W&P Walk 1: Cardiff - Sunday 27th November

Martin leads us on the first walk of his series of Waterside & Parkland walks. These are intended to be walks based in and around urban areas where, apart from views over the town or city, the intention is to spend much of the walk in green spaces, or the more pleasant urban settings often found beside water. This walk starts in the centre of Penarth, near to the railway station.

This is a linear walk, returning back along the same route where we will be aiming to finish around 4:30pm. Walking at a reasonable, relaxed pace for about 2.5 hours in each direction, we could walk over 8 miles. But for those who aren't so keen on walking that far, there are cafes on the route where you can stop, rest and relax and wait for the rest of the group on their return.

Apart from one hill, the route is mostly flat and to avoid climbing over the hill twice, a shorter return route (if light permits) takes us back over some rocky ground. Bring a torch, if you have one - so we have a few between the us, in case it's cloudy (and gets dark early) or our return is delayed as sunset will be at about 4.10pm.

These arrangements are flexible so will depend on the group's preferences and the weather on the day!

Start: 11.00am in Penarth.
Finish Time: 4.30pm (approx.)
Distance: 6 to 9+ miles.
Difficulty: Moderate.
Meeting point: 9.30 at County Hall or if you want to meet at the start point please contact Martin on 07743 593-068 for details.
Parking: Free.

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Message from Bob - Tuesday's Quiz Nights

Last week we came oh so close to winning the pub quiz by a mile. We had just one question wrong! We’ve won third place several times, and also bottles of wine, but need your help to get over the final stile to first place. Join us in the Westbourne in Bryn-y-Mor Road at 9pm each Tuesday. More details from Robert – 07981 963 681.

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That's it for another week. See you soon.

Cheers,

Doug

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 13th November 2011

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 13th November 2011

The Graig Fawr Walk - Sunday 20th November
Emyr leads us on a journey that starts from Pontarddulais and heads to the desolate but beautiful Graig Fawr.
Distance: 11 miles
Difficulty: Moderate to Strenuous
Meeeting point: 0900 (earlier start time!) at County Hall
For more details or if you wish to meet at the start point please call Emyr on 07846 879210.

Regular Pub night - Thursday 17th November
Meet 8pm onwards at the Brunswick in Sandfields.

Inter-club bowling tournament - Saturday 19th November
A historic bowling competition will take place between the Tawe Trekkers and Swansea Outdoor group!
Please call Emyr on 07846 879210 for more details.

That's it for this week!
Trudi

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter 06/11/11

A short one this week folks....

Remembrance walk - Sunday 13th

Dave leads the Remembrance Day walk in the desolate hillsides of the Black Mountain, from Craig y Nos Castle. We visit the remains of a fallen bomber to mark the occasion. This was a very peaceful and moving walk last year so well recommended.

Distance: 9.5 miles

Difficulty: moderate/strenuous

Start point: County Hall at 9.30am or if you want to meet at the start point please contact Dave on 07414590217.

Have a good week.
Christian

Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 1st Nov 2011

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Waterfalls from Pontneddfechan - Sun 6th Nov

Although there's no walk showing on the Programme for this weekend - Emyr has offered to lead one for us from Pontneddfechan in the Neath Valley. The walk includes an exhilarating stretch along the edge of Fforest Fach, and a series of waterfalls including the spectacular Sgwd yr Eira which we will walk under! (Waterproofs are essential).

Distance: 9.5 Miles

Difficulty: Moderate

Meeting: County Hall at 0900 am (earlier than usual), or the start point at Pontneddfechan at 0930.

Contact: Emyr on 07846879210

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Saturday 5th November - BONFIRE NIGHT

For the TTs Bonfire Night activity this year we're invited to the Pier Cafe in Mumbles where OnePeople Productions are offering 'Panoramic Swansea Fireworks'. Instead of standing around in the cold to view the pyrotechnics why not join us in the warmth of the cafe which has commanding views of the Bay and has been exclusively booked for this event.

A basket meal is included in the price together with live music, short films and children's entertaintment.

Tickets in advance are £8.50 waged, £7.50 concession and £3.50 for children. They can be obtained from the Red Cafe in Mumbles, the Environment Centre in Pier Street or by calling/texting Graham on 07770 435341.

If there is still space, they will also be available on the door for £10 waged, £8.50 concession or £4 for children.

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That's it for this week.

See you soon!

Cheers,

Doug