Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 10th Oct 2012



______________________________________



Laughrne - Saturday 13th October



This Saturday join us on a walk in Laughrne -  We head west to the natural splendour of Laughrne and Taf Estuary. This area is rich with natural history and of great interest to birdwatchers. laughrne was also home to Dylan Thomas where we will have the opportunity to visit his boathouse and writing shed. 



Distance - 7 miles

Difficulty - Easy/Moderate

Start - County Hall at 0930, or Laughrne at 1030 approx.

Contact - Doug on 07766652837 for more details or if you plan to meet us at the start point.



_______________________________________



New Year's TT/SOG'S /BCWG in Llangrannog- 29 th December - 1st January

This New Year's Trip is taking place on the doorstep of the Ceredigion coastal path. We will be staying at Llangrannog Urdd centre which is one of the best hostels in Wales. It is situated directly on the Coastal path. The centre has a four star rating from Visit Wales.

Tea and Coffee facilities are available, relaxing lounges with television and access to computers and wi-fi. There are facilities for washing and drying clothes.

Brekfast, packed lunch and evening meal is provided for a total cost of £27.00 per night. In addition dogds are allowed as well.

We are within walking distance to two pubs in the village opposite Llangrannog beach namely the Ship and Pentre Arms. Both pubs serving traditional real ale.

Planned Walks will take are:-

Saturday 29th December Llangrannog to Newquay - 15km (9.4 Miles)

This linear walk arguably the most spectacular part of the Ceredigion Coast path includes Ynys Lochtyn .

Sunday 30th December Llangrannog to Mwnt - 11 miles

This Linear coastal walk takes in the tranquillty of two small beaches around which the village of Tresaith and the larger Aberporth have developed belies the hustle and bustle of the herring industry that once flourished along the coast. Then ending at mwnt beach where Capel y croch an ancient 13th century Chapel is situated.

Monday 31st Deember -NewQuay - 7.5 Miles (12km)

A circular walk discovering some outstanding inland countryside, from wooded glens and babbling streams to quiet country lanes and farmlands patrolled by buzzards, ravens and occasional red kites. Passing the Afon Soden  and some road walking and a lovely green lane taking the walk back into Newquay.

Please note that there are only 25 places. First come first served! Please contact Emyr on 07846879210 by Monday 23rd October.


Annual AGM Meeting

Remember that the AGM is on the Thurs 11th Oct at the Viv's in Sketty. It would be good to have as many people along as possible for their support.

The good news is that people have come forward to show an interest in each of the main committee positions, so things are looking good for a full quorum next year. That said, it's not too late to show an interest, either in any of the existing positions or in a potentially new role! The things that are important for a small club like this is people helping out with organising walks and events.
The Committee Meeting will be closely followed by the Programme Meeting - where we will compile next Season's walks and events, so walk leaders - please let me know if you want to get your walk on the Programme. Otherwise - bring details along with you and we can work things out on the night.

ALLO ALLO

Christian is co-producing this year's Ostreme Players production of Allo Allo at the Ostreme Centre, Mumbles. Trudi and Graham our resident thesbians will also be treading the boards. To come and see this production tickets are being snapped up quickly!

Two tables have been reserved for TT for Saturday 29th October at 7.00 a.m To purchase a ticket please phone on 07775499387 and ask for TT table.

That's it for this week folks!

Emyr

________________________________________









Real Ale Ramble Event (Reposted from a previous Newsletter)





Emyr & Peris are organising a Tawe Trekker & SOG joint event - a Real Ale Ramble Weekend in Llanwrtyd Wells.





The Real Ale Ramble marks the 2nd weekend of the Mid Wales Beer Festival which takes place in Llanwrtyd Wells.



The Saturday & Sunday rambles follow waymarked routes with a choice of distances 10, 15, 25 miles each day.

Beginning & ending in the town square.



The walks are strictly non-competitive, the aim being to enjoy the scenery of this little know part of Wales, plus free ale will be provided at the check points! Hoorah!



We will be walking on both the Sat & Sun.

To register for the 2 walking events please go to the following website ...... www.green-events.co.uk or ring 01591 610666.

Please note you have to book this yourself!



Entry fee is £15 for 2 days, £10 for 1 day



In the evening you can rest you're feet, sample a selection of the 100 or so real ales available in the town and enjoy the free entertainment provided in the pubs!



We will travelling up on the Fri evening & be at the Stonecroft Inn on the Sat & Sun night, a superb pub with great food also recommended by CAMRA Good Beer Guide, Lonely Planet, etc.

Accomodation cost is £16 per person per night, not including breakfast. Single sexed rooms are available & possibly a double room is also available.

Breakfast is available next door to the Stonecroft Inn for a nominal fee.

More info @ www.stonecroft.co.uk



If you want to book accomodation please contact Emyr Morris directly on 07846 879210. Places are first come first serve





________________________________________________________________





That's about it for this week. Don't forget it's pub night at the Brunswick from about 8pm on Thursday!





Cheers,



Doug