Hawarden Viewpoint

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Information Board at the entrance to Silverwell Woods on the Hawarden Estate, Flintshire, Wales

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Overview

Gerrie & Jeff are our walk leaders for this moderate grade (C) 8-mile walk in the Hawarden area.
The walk takes us through the grounds of Hawarden Castle, up the old Warren, under the A55 before entering Silverwell Woods where we go up to the viewpoint overlooking Cheshire.
We make our way back via quiet lanes and woods.

Bring a packed lunch

Sunday, 23 November 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Dogs
Deeside Group has a policy of not allowing dogs on its walks.
Assistance dogs may be permitted, but only by prior arrangement with the walk leader.

Photo of Hawarden Estate information board at Siverwell Woods by Rod Sigley

Features

Accessible by public transport
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SJ 31549 65634
Nearest postcode:: CH5 3DQ
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Tinkersdale Car Park (free), A550, Hawarden, Flintshire CH5 3DQ

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