The Meirionnydd Ramblers are a friendly and welcoming group. We offer regular and varied walks in the wonderful countryside in and around southern Snowdonia.
A walk exploring woodlands and old gold-mine workings above the Mawddach Estuary. Our route starts by heading uphill and into the Coed Garth Gell RSPB nature reserve, a haven for wildlife. The path winds through ancient oak woodlands with views opening out of the Mawddach Estuary and Cadair Idris, eventually reaching the quiet lane into Cwm Mynach. The lane ends and we continue for a while on a rough forestry track, soon turning sharply back through the trees. Joining a footpath, we head out onto the open hillside and to the remains of the Clogau gold mine, passing the St David’s adit. We finish our walk by heading down to the Figra Bridge, crossing the main road at Bontddu and taking a path back along the estuary.
Group grade C+
Layby on A496 at Fiddlers Elbow
