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

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  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
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Overview

Linear walk from top of Talyllyn pass to Dolgellau. From the car park the route ascends alongside the A487 which it then crosses & descends through fields to cross a small stream then an ascent on a damp path to the high point on open moorland with extensive views of the Mawddach estuary. The rest of the walk is a general descent to Dolgellau on paths, tracks & minor roads through fields & open woodland. Optional lunch will be taken in one of the Dolgellau establishments. 

Wednesday, 24 September 2025
Meeting time:
9:30 am
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear

This is a bus ramble using the T2 bus dept Aberystwyth at 0935 from Stand 4 arriving at walk start 1045. The return T2 leaves Dolgellau at 1503 arriving in Aber at 1625.   PLEASE CONTACT LEADERS TO BOOK A PLACE (limited Numbers).  

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SN 58557 81656
Nearest postcode:
SY23 1LA
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Meeting time:
9:30 am

Starting point

Grid reference:
SH 75273 13552
Nearest postcode:
LL40 2RD
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Start time:
9:30 am

Car Park N side of road.

Finishing point

Grid reference:
SH 72899 17801
Nearest postcode:
LL40 1AB
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Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm

Dolgellau.

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