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Overview

No booking needed.  A circular walk around Llyn Alwen with no/few stiles and moderate with great views.  

The car park at Alwen Reservoir is operated by Dwr Cymru/Welsh Water.  The parking charge is £2.50 [check]  You will need to pay the parking charge with the correct cash as the machine does not give change.

Saturday, 9 May 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
194.5m / 638ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SH 95599 52901
Nearest postcode:
LL21 9TT
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Start time:
10:00 am

Alwen Reservoir (Dwr Cymru) Car Park

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  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.75 per month
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