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