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Shrewsbury Group

We are the Shrewsbury Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
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Overview

This 8-mile walk will start in Chirk, past Chirk Aqueduct, and through the impressive Chirk Tunnel (bring a head torch as it is over 400 m long!) before going through woodland at the back of Chirk Castle. The path ascends to part of Offa’s Dyke, and then descends through lovely woodland to the River Ceiriog to join the Llwybr Ceiriog Trail, in the lovely Ceiriog valley, and part of the Offa's Dyke, to return across the canal aqueduct to the Caffi Wylfa for tea and cakes. Lovely views throughout and lots of history. Please book with leader by text or WhatsApp.

Sunday, 26 November 2023
Meeting time:
9:30 am
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
425m / 1394ft
Type:
circular

There are a few stiles and a long canal tunnel to walk through so bring a head torch. There are a few stiles and a steep section going up to Offa’s Dyke where there will be a lunch stop. There are toilets and a chance to refill water bottles at Chirk Castle.  You don’t need to be a member of the National Trust. 

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SJ 49800 12301
Nearest postcode:
SY3 7BW
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Meeting time:
9:30 am

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 28700 37501
Nearest postcode:
LL14 5AJ
what3words:
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Start time:
10:30 am

Small public car park near Caffi Wylfa, Castle Street, Chirk

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking