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