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Betws-y-Coed - Gwydr Forest and Llyn Elsi

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Overview

The harder walk will be through the Gwydr forest above Betws-y-Coed, around Llyn Elsi, returning down the Roman Road - Sarn Helen - across the Miners Bridge before returning along the river to Betws-y-Coed. 

Thursday, 19 October 2023
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
353m / 1158ft
Type:
circular

This is part of the Llandudno walking break. The group have the use of the coach to travel to and from Betws-y-coed. 

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Coach trip
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
SH 78113 82459
Nearest postcode:
LL30 2SH
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Start time:
10:30 am

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