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Here is a complete record of all the Chepstow Hill Walking Club's walks since we were formed on 26 April 1977.
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Sun 14 Dec |
Leigh Woods Area |
Starting from Leigh Woods on a sunny and calm but cold winter morning we walked through Abbotts Leigh to visit the Green Flag winning site at Abbots Pool. From here we followed footpaths (including part of the Gordano Round) over fields; through woodland and alongside streams to bring us to Pill where we enjoyed lunch on a 12 seater bench on Watchman's Hill. From Pill we followed the River Avon Trail back towards Bristol before the climb back up through the woods to the car park with a diversion to visit the grotto. |
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Sun 09 Nov |
Brecon Beacons |
Remembrance Sunday Walk In wet and windy weather 10 members of the club walked from Dolygaer through Cwm Callan across the moorland to Cwar yr Ystrad quarry, then a climb to the summit of Cefn yr Ystrad to place poppies at the memorial cairn that marks the 1940 aircraft crash site of Wellington T2520 where the 6 crew members lost their lives. Lest we Forget The walk continued via the Trig Point and an inscribed stone then alongside Pontsticill Reservoir back to the start point. |
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Fri 24 Oct |
Boscastle |
Coastal walks in Cornwall, based at Boscastle Youth Hostel The club had not visited Boscastle since before the great flood of August 2004, so with this return visit, we hoped to discover the fate of the whole village, but in particular the Youth Hostel. There were many photographs of the flood and the warden had written an account of that fateful day. To see a photo of a wall of water which had just demolished the building next door to the hostel, pounding through a first floor window made for unforgettable viewing. The fact that there was no loss of life was quite remarkable. On the Saturday the group of walkers drove to Crackington Haven and set off to walk back to the hostel. The weather was fine, if a little breezy. The coast path at this point is high on the cliffs, but there are many steep ups and downs which made it quite a strenuous walk. The scenery however made up for the effort. The sea was turquoise and because of the stiff breeze, the waves crashed into the base of the cliffs throwing white spray high into the air. Along the way there many highlights including spectacular cliffs of folded rock, natural arches and caves, sightings of seals far below and gulls soaring effortlessly. Sunday dawned wet and windy but the group set off south from Boscastle towards Tintagel. The coast path here is less strenuous but has the same spectacular cliff scenery. The group visited Lady's Window, which is a natural arch high above the sea. This arch was visited by the group in April 1994. With improving weather, the group enjoyed lunch at the coast before turning inland for the return leg to Boscastle, walking through fields towards St. Nectans's Glen and finally into Boscastle. |
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Sun 12 Oct |
Silent Valley |
On an unusually warm and sunny day for October, the group left the Silent Valley Local Nature Reserve car park and headed for the ridges of Cefn-yr-Arail and Mynydd Carn-y-Cefn.
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Sun 07 Sept |
Devauden |
After a week of heavy rain and floods in South Wales the venue for this walk was changed from the Neath Waterfalls to a local walk starting from Devauden. A very enjoyable walk, though with plenty of mud and a stream to cross that our leader said he hadn't seen flowing for nearly two years. |
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Thur 21 Aug |
Snowdonia |
The club had a successful long weekend away in Snowdonia. Based in the delightful ‘Luxury Bunkhouse’ at the Eagles in Penmachno, at the south western corner of the national park, we had four lovely walks over the weekend. Given the poor weather of the preceding week, and the fact that our visit co-incided with the ‘Late Summer’ Bank Holiday, this was better than we expected. On Friday the party split into two groups, with the larger party (sensibly) opting for a visit to the Obelisk on the Nantlle Ridge, while a smaller (more-foolhardy ?) group tackled the Carneddau from Llyn Ogwen. Nantlle Ridge – from Rhyd Ddu station up to Y Garn, round the ridge, out to the obelisk, back down round the edge of the forest, and back through the woods to the cars. Carneddau – follow Afon Lloer into the cwm, then up to Pen yr Ole, on to Carnedd Dafydd, thence to Carnedd Llewelyn and Pen yr Helgi Du. Then follow the ridge down cross the A5 and follow the old road until it rejoins the A5. On Saturday we all ascended Moel Siabod. Starting from a car park on the A5, we had lovely views of the Cyfyng falls on the river before crossing over the bridge to start our ascent up through the old Rhos slate quarry, then to llyn y Foel and the lovely scramble up the ridge to the summit of Carnedd Moel Siabod. Unfortunately some low wispy cloud obscured the views over Snowdon itself, but the lunchtime acrobatic mountain biker display on the trig point at lunchtime was most impressive. Our gentle descent along the main ridge brought us back through pleasant woodland, along the river back to the start point – unfortunately enduring light showers for the last half hour or so. Sunday’s journey took us to the Northern edge of the park, via the Llanberis pass, for the round of Moel Elio. The day was windy, but when out of the wind and looking across to the sun-dappled Glyders, it gave the impression of a much warmer day. Parking at the end of a metalled road (as clearly shown on the map, but not so obviously metalled on the ground), we took coffee just below the final climb to Moel Elio, and lunch part way around the ridge. The (Snowdon) train-spotters amongst us were able to enjoy an extended apple stop as we watched the trains scampering up and down the track. Pete’s Eats provided a welcome cup of tea and a filling meal, after our day’s walk and a bonus film show was viewed at the Snowdon Mountain Railway terminus. Having completed our allotted number of 4 high level walks and bearing in mind the low cloud and high wind, we opted for a shorter, low level walk on Monday. Starting from Dolwyddelan we walked south, parallel to Sarn Helen, towards the in-spate Afon Maesgwm waterfall, and then climbed up through the trees (which provided a sheltered coffee stop) to what should have been a lovely view across to Snowdon and Moel Siabod. Sadly the very low cloud restricted the distant views, but still allowed us to see the lovely Lledr valley. Sadly there were no trains while we were at the unexpectedly named Roman Bridge station, although we did see one as we walked on to our lunch stop at Dolwyddelan castle. After lunch, a short stroll brought us back to the cars and a short drive then brought us back into the bustling centre of Betws, for another well deserved Tea shop visit. Fortunately the chocolate cake was as good as it looked and it sustained us through the totally unnecessary delays on the A5 caused by a single set of badly-timed traffic lights. |
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Sun 03 Aug |
South Cotswolds |
Starting from the small village of Cold Ashton this was a relatively gentle walk through the lovely valleys just north of Bath. Having started with a long down hill stretch into St Catherine's Valley the steepest climb of the day brought us up on to Charmy Down Airfield for lunch. Having admired the display of wildflowers on the old runway we descended to Monkwood Reservoir before climbing back towards the Manor House and the village. The weather was ideal for walking with only a few spots of rain and a cool breeze, though it was a bit wet underfoot in places. |
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Sun 06 July |
Gower |
The heavy rain that stopped the BBQ was still falling when we met in Chepstow, and it was still coming down when we returned. BUT on the Gower we had a wonderful walk with lots of sunshine and not a drop of rain. Starting from Oxwich Bay our morning walk inland brought us to the beach within sight of Port Eynon for lunch in the sun with rocks giving shelter from the breeze. After a coastal walk back to Oxwich were able to enjoy ice-cream sitting on the sand. |
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Sat 05 July |
St Briavels |
The annual CHWC walk and BBQ - or at least it would have been if the rain hadn't been so heavy! |
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Sun 15 June |
Camarthen Fan |
A slight variation on another old favourite. The limited numbers meant that the select few that were on this walk were able to detour slightly from the 'normal' route and spend a little time searching for aircraft wrecks and Stone Circles - as well as enjoying some slightly (!) extended refreshment breaks. We completed the circuit of LLyn y Fan Fach, returning via the trig point on Fan Brycheiniog. The only consequence of our leisurely day (and an extended apple-stop, relaxing to the gently rippling wave blowing across Llyn y Fan Fawr) was the slightly late return to the cars just before 6. |
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Fri 6 Jun |
Derbyshire |
A return visit to the Peak District, staying at Bretton Youth Hostel, last visited in September 2005. A large group enjoyed the similar walks to our previous visit, but in considerably improved weather. The two walks, from Ladybower Reservoir and Baslow respectively provided plenty of opportunity for (optional) scrambling on the rocks, grazing of knees and elbows, and sun-burning of arms and legs. The Bakewell pudding, served in the Barrel Inn, had to be sampled to be believed - a request has already been made for another return in the not-too-distant future. A wonderful weekend, enjoyed by all who were able to join us. |
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Sun 25 May |
Cotswolds |
The forecast was for heavy rain for most of the day - we got heavy rain for most of the day! |
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Thur 17 Apr |
Lake District |
The backpacking trip to the Lake District was extremely popular, with 21
people walking between the chosen hostels. Because of the numbers, we
offered a choice of routes on each day: |
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Sun 13 Apr |
Black Mountains |
The mountain forecast predicted snow, hail, strong winds and thunder. Nevertheless the group set off from a car park at the foot of the Cats Back to cross the Olchon Valley and climb up onto the Hatterrall Ridge. We then walked along the Offa's Dyke path to Hay Bluff where a single handglider entertained us over lunch. We enjoyed brief sunny spells at the coffee and lunch breaks and fine views of the hail showers as they approached. As we walked back along the Cats Back the showers became somewhat continuous but hail bounces off and we returned to the cars relatively dry. |
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Fri 14 Mar |
Mid Wales |
Staying in Llys Ednowain Hostel at Trawsfynydd this was another great weekend away. 21 of us walked the Northern Rhinog ridge on the Saturday in increasingly wet conditions as the morning showers became steady afternoon rain. We visited Foel Penolau & Moel Ysgyfarnogod before decending descending down Bwlch Gwylim. The afternoon rugby result led to there being a fantastic and very Welsh atmosphere in the pub in the evening. On Sunday the rain stopped while we were eating breakfast and we enjoyed the sunshine as we walked from Graigddu-Isaf to Llyn Du & Rhinog Fawr before descending to Bwlch Drws Ardudwy. There was a cold wind but we managed to find sheltered spots for our breaks on a most enjoyable walk. |
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Sun 09 Mar |
Malverns |
On a sunny day with a cold wind the group set out from Hollybush at the South of the Malvern Hills to walk via Berrow Down to Little Malvern, where they admired the topiary and formal gardens at The Court then visited the remains of the Priory. A short piece of road walking brought them to the church where Elgar and his family are buried. The route then climbed through woods to Black Hill with a lovely view of Worcester Beacon and the northern ridge. The group then climbed to the extensive hill fort on British Camp where they were able to find shelter from the cold wind in the ramparts and enjoyed their lunch and the 180 degree view. Afterward the route followed the ridge over Hangmans Hill, through Gullet Wood to the prominent Obelisk in Eastnor Deer Park, then over Midsummer Hill back to the start point. |
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Sun 10 Feb |
Brecon Beacons |
Starting from Llangynidir Village Hall on a sunny frosty morning this was a fantastic walk. As the day went on the sunshine made it feel like summer; there were some magnificent views over the hills. Looking at the vapour trails overhead we wondered why anyone would want to travel abroad when there is such scenery and wonderful weather at home. |
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Sun 13 Jan |
Black Mountains |
Undaunted by the less-than-inspiring weather forecast, and by the after-effects of the social evening the night before, we set off from the phone box at Pontyspig. While the main party headed off along the ridge, a small group of rebels checked out the hill fort on Gaer. We were all reunited by the time coffee was taken in the lee of a convenient wall, listening to the wind roaring through the bare branches of a solitary oak tree. We continued our route to the giant cairn on Garn-Wen and on to the picturesquely named "Pile of Stones". A left turn, followed by another brought us down into the sheltered confines of a wooded copse, and the well-hidden traces of the former nature trail which in turn provided a sheltered spot for lunch. After lunch and some ascending forestry tracks, we detoured into the lovely little church at Partishow, and then crossed a couple of soggy and muddy fields to return to the cars, with some light rain for about the last 15 minutes - enough to dampen the waterproofs, without giving them the opportunity to prove their worth. |
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Sun 09 Dec |
Nowhere |
Cancelled due to severe weather warning - this is only the second time we have cancellled a walk, we won't make a habit of it! |
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Sun 11 Nov |
Carreg Goch, |
A Remembrance Sunday walk to a wartime aircraft wreck on Carreg Goch in the Brecon Beacons National Park. |
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Fri 19 Oct |
Pembrokeshire |
Coastal walks based at Newport Youth Hostel. On Saturday we drove to the campsite at Poppit Sands and walked back along the Pembrokeshire Coast Path to the hostel. It was a lovely clear and bright day, warming up as the day went on. We enjoyed stopping to see some seals below us on a couple of occasions and watched a peregrine perched on the cliffs whilst we ate our lunch. The car drivers retuned to collect the cars before joining the group just in time for our meal at the Golden Lion. The food was excellent and some members of the group stayed on to enjoy live music and dancing into the early hours. On Sunday we walked from the hostel up onto the hills overlooking the bay and our previous day's walk. We walked over Mynydd Carningli (Rock of Angels), Mynydd Caregog and Mynydd Dinas before returning to the hostel via the coastal path. The weather was again kind to us, although it was noticeably warmer on the coastal path ! |
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Sun 07 Oct |
Cotswolds |
On a fine autumn day, 11 walkers left the car park at Chedworth Roman Villa on a walk through the Cotswold countryside. Leaving Chedworth Wood behind, Chedworth village could be seen on the opposite side of the valley. Following the River Coln brought the walkers out to the very busy main road, The Fosse Way. Walking on the Monarch’s Way and passing through farmland, hidden valleys and woodland brought them out at the very pretty village of Hampnett. Joining the Macmillan Way, the walkers passed through more picture-perfect villages finally reaching Chedworth Wood and the Villa once more. |
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Thur 13 Sept |
Yorkshire Dales |
A long weekend with 14 members staying at Hawes YH in beautiful Wensleydale. The first day’s walk started in Swaledale in the village of Muker after a short drive over the high moorland. Swaledale is quintessential Yorkshire with its stone walls and barns. After a walk down the dale, we struck up over the wild moors with much evidence of old lead mines and workings. We then dropped down into Keld, a crossroads of the Coast to Coast Walk and The Penine Way. Following the Penine Way for a short way, we walked back into Muker. The second day’s walk was a linear one over Wild Boar Fell. Starting near Garsdale Head we crossed the Settle to Carlisle railway line to ascend the slopes of Swarth Fell and Swarth Fell Pike, before reaching the high point of the day, Wild Boar Fell. On the summit there is a curious collection of stone cairns, some six feet tall. Unfortunately, the mist descended whilst we were on the summit but after lunch and as we descended, the sky cleared and sun came out. We could see extensive views over the Lake District, The Howgill Fells and the Penines. We descended to Uther Pendragon’s Castle and the end of the walk. Sunday dawned wet and with high winds, so the decision was made to walk from Clapham to see the Norber Erratics, a large area of huge sandstone boulders which had been left by glaciers in the last Ice Age on the limestone rocks of the area. The wet and windy weather had been left behind so we enjoyed a walk at low level under Ingleborough through ancient green lanes and stunning limestone pavements. Unfortunately, the rain caught up with us and it was a very wet end to the walk. The last day’s walk was another linear over The Calf, the highest point of the Howgills. At the start of the walk Cautley Spout looms at the head of the valley. The Spout is one of the highest waterfalls in England, but does not fall in a single span. The walk took us up by the side of the Spout and by the streams that feed it. A short pull up took us to The Calf where views over the Lake District, The Pennines running into Scotland and even Blackpool Tower were enjoyed. After lunch a high level ridge walk took us over a few of the many summits in the Howgills before descending into Sedbergh. |
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Sun 09 Sept |
Neath Waterfalls |
These waterfalls have have made regular appearances in the club's walk programme from the early days. Despite the longer than normal drive from Chepstow there is always a good turn out for what is always a very enjoyable walk. As you can see from the photographs this Sunday was no exception. |
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Sun 12 Aug |
Blackdown Hills |
The original plan was a circular walk starting from the Wellington Monument, however the reconnoitre the previous day encountered a number of obstacles to the proposed route. So, after assembling at the National Trust car park, we began the day with a brief detour to look at the obelisk (which is currently closed to the public) and then drove off to the start of the main walk.
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Sun 08 July |
Wye Valley |
Following the twists and turns of the Wye Valley from Chepstow Leisure Centre we had some magnificent views of the river. Much of the morning's walk followed the paths laid out in the Piercfield estate by Valentine Morris in the 1700s. A short diversion allowed us to look at the ruins of Piercefield House. A heavy shower just before we climbed the steps to Wyndcliff and Eagle's Nest was the only wet spell on an otherwise dry day. Having visited two trees planted in memory of past members of the club, we returned through fields and a range of different stiles. |
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Sat 07 July |
Avon Valley |
The annual CHWC walk and BBQ. |
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Fri 15 Jun |
Dartmoor |
A celebration of the club's first 30 years. |
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Sun 10 June |
Brecon Beacons |
Starting from the Storey Arms car park in sunshine, we headed off in a westerly direction. Gradually climbing and bearing round to the north, under the shade of a lonely cloud, we soon arrived at the top of the cliffs of Craig Cerrig-gleisiad. |
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Sun 06 May |
Cotswolds |
Starting from the picturesque Cotswold village of Snowshill, we followed a 20km walk through beautiful, and interestingly named, countryside: Shippy Plantation, Beechy Bank, Pig Trough, Jackdaw's Castle and Cutsdean with its pretty little church. After weeks of dry weather the notorious Cotswold mud was absent, which meant that we arrived back at the cars without the need for a major boot-cleaning exercise! |
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Fri 20 Apr |
Peak District |
A four day backpacking trip through the heart of the White Peak area of the Peak District. Staying at four luxurious hostels, we left the National Trust luxury of Ilam hall and followed the Dove Valley and Tissington Trail to reach Long Dale and Gratton Dale, before following the river Bradford into Youlgreave. Our accommodation in Youlgreave was the recently refurbished former Co-operative store, where we occupied "Ladies Underwear" and "Haberdashery" (whatever that is!). Our evening meal was generally agreed to be the best (and largest !) of the trip. Our route from Youlgreave to Ravenstor followed sections of the River Lathkill and then followed the River Wye (the other one !) through Monsal Dale, the Monsal trail and then through Miller's Dale to reach the isolated Ravenstor Youth Hostel from Belamy's ridge. After a night with the hostel to ourselves, we crossed back over the Wye and climbed up through Priestcliffe Lees to reach the weekend's high point at Sough Top, where some convenient walls around a reservoir provided some welcome coffee-time shelter from the wind. After a few more stiles, we reached the Midshires Way cycle trail and thence the High Peak Trail, where a convenient bridge provided lunch-time shelter from the persistent, if light, rain. In the afternoon, some more stiles were negotiated en-route to Hartington where we had time to investigate the local stores (but sadly not the pub). After a refreshing break for "window-shopping" we climbed the hill to Hartington Hall, our destination for the night. The flagship hostel delivered all that was expected and the Hartington Ale (from a local brewer, unfortunately not brewed on the premises !) went down well - as did the red wine. From Hartington, we followed the river Dove down through Wolfscote Dale, where the first coffee-stop of the day was taken. At Milldale, the group took advantage of the shop and various ice-creams, pasties, pies, teas and coffees were purchased. A further twenty minutes later, halfway down Dove Dale, the official lunch stop was taken opposite Ilam Rock. Fully refreshed after lunch, the group traversed the base of Ilam rock and then began an interesting climb up to the top of the valley, providing lovely views over Tissington Spires. A short while later, we sighted the Ilam Hall Country Park, and car park, and then completed the 45 mile circuit - before "popping into the National Trust tea-rooms" in advance of our return journeys.... |
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Sun 15 Apr |
Black Mountains |
A repeat of a classic walk in the Black Mountains. Starting from Llanthony Priory, we climbed up on to the Hatterall Ridge to follow the Offa's Dyke path in lovely sunshine. We then descended into the valley passing the Capel-y-ffin churches. After lunch in continuing warm sunshine, we completed the climb to our second trig point of the day on Bal Mawr, and then descended back to the cars just as the heavens opened with a heavy thunderstorm. |
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Fri 23 Mar |
Mid Wales |
Staying at Corris Hostel this was a really memorable weekend with fantastic walks on Cader Idris and Tarren Hendre for a record 25 walkers. The weekend started with an evening meal in the Slaters Arms in Corris, which must surely be one of the friendliest pubs in Britain and was able to provide us all with an evening meal at very short notice; the beer was good too. |
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Sun 11 Mar |
Gower |
Some glorious spring sunshine as we explored the area around Three Cliff Bay. We visited Pennard Castle, Parc le Breos Burial Chamber and the site of the first Babtist Church in Wales. A good mixture of coastal walking and wonderful wooded valleys inland. All this, great company and a cream tea to finish the day - what better way is there to spend a Sunday? |
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Sun 11 Feb |
Mendips |
Starting from the same car park at Axbridge that we used last April we headed first onto the Somerset Levels and alongside Cheddar Yeo before climbing up to Crooks Peak. We then walked across Wavering Down and through Kings Wood. A loop over Shute Shelve Hill brought us through the edge of Sidcot and on to the Strawberry Line. We followed this through the tunnel that we had walked over in Kings Wood to return to the cars.
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Sun 07 Jan |
Wye Valley |
A small group braved the weather for a local walk in the Wye Valley/Forest of Dean. |
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Sun 17 Dec |
North |
Great weather, cold but sunshine and blue skies most of the way. Starting from Bathampton, we walked up St Catherine's valley; past St Catherine's Court and then Monkswood Reservoir and then over Charmy Down Airfield before climbing up on Solsbury Hill where as it was just starting to get dark we could see the city lights. |
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Sun 12 Nov |
Black Mountains |
For our Remembrance Sunday walk we again visited the site of a Second World War aircraft crash. |
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Fri 27 Oct |
Dorset Coast |
19 walkers had a very enjoyable weekend, based at Lulworth Cove Youth Hostel. |
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Sun 22 Oct |
Mendips |
Heavy rain all day was the forecast, it wasn't quite right, there were times when it was hardly raining at all. 11 hardy souls set off from Burrington Combe for a cicular walk through mixed Mendip scenery including Velvet Bottom Nature Reserve. |
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Sun 24 Sept |
Black Mountains |
A slight change to the usual routes in the Black Mountains. The route took in Mynydd Troed, Mynydd Langorse and Pen Tir, giving lovely views over Llangorse Lake. Due to time constraints, and other inexplicable reasons, the leaders of the route carried out the reconnoitre of the route on the Saturday, and spent the night in a small tent near to the trig point on Mynydd Troed. The night was enlivened by a heavy downpour, accompanied by thunder, lightening and strong winds. The morning views as the intrepid leaders returned to their car to drive to the official start point were beautiful. |
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Thur 14 Sept |
Lake District |
An adventurous 4 day program based at Wastwater YH, Wasdale. |
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Sun 20 Aug |
Brecon Beacons |
The walk covered the Beacons circuit taking in Fan y Big, Cribyn, Pen y Fan, Corn Du and the Craig Fan Ddu ridge taking us back to Lower Neuadd Reservoir and then to the cars. |
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Sun 09 July |
Cotswolds |
Setting off from the Roman Villa at Great Witcombe, we had a lovely cool and sheltered day in the Cotswold woodlands around Cranham. Our route took us through Cranham and Sheepscombe, before climbing up to Painswick Hill and back through Popes Wood. After the walk, we were able to get home in time for the World Cup Final (and, the highlights of the final day of Wimbledon). Perfect ! |
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Sat 08 July |
Nr Chepstow |
The annual CHWC walk and BBQ. |
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Fri 23 Jun |
South Downs |
A weekend of glorious summer weather based at Alfriston Youth Hostel. |
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Sun 11 June |
Thames and Severn Canal |
On a very hot and sunny Sunday six walkers explored the Thames and Severn Canal and visited the (dry) source of the Thames. This was a route that we last did in February 1998. |
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Sun 21 May |
Not Carmarthen Fan |
Due to the very wet weather this walk became a visit to Dan-yr-Ogof caves. |
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Thur 20 Apr |
Snowdon |
A backpacking trip, staying at a different hostel each night. |
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Sun 09 Apr |
Somerset |
A wonderful Spring walk starting on the Strawberry Line from Axbridge and then climbing to get views across the channel to Cardiff. Coffee at Winscombe station led to discussions about the Battle of Sedgemoor which is mentioned on the timeline on the platform edge. Our apple break was taken in Spring sunshine overlooking the sailing boats on the reservoir. |
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Fri 24 Mar |
Mid Wales |
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Sun 05 Mar |
Black Mountains |
A lovely walk in "White" Mountains
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Snowy scenes |
Sun 12 Feb |
Quantocks |
A cloudy but dry and mild day to explore the Quantock Hills. Starting from a very busy car park in Holford we did a circular route with views over the Bristol channel to the north, Exmoor to the west and south towards Wellington, where the monument could just be seen on the skyline. |
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Sun 08 Jan |
Bryn Arw and Sugarloaf |
It is always disappointing when you reach the top only to find that thick mist obscures all the views. This happened twice today, depite promises from one of our leaders that it would be bright and sunny when we got there. |
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