Moel-y-Plas from Graigfechan

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Llyn (Lake) Gweryd in the shadow of Moel-y-Plas

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Overview

Join Pat for her Moderate-Grade 6-mile walk around Moel-y-Plas starting from the Three Pigeons Inn at Graigfechan.

Bring a packed lunch.

Sunday, 10 May 2026

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

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 9.7km / 6.0mi
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

"Llyn Gweryd in the shadow of Moel-y-Plas", by Eirian Evans, used under Creative Commons Licence

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:: SJ 14715 54535
Nearest postcode:: LL15 2EU
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Free Car Park at the Three Pigeons Inn, B5429, Graigfechan, Denbighshire LL15 2EU. Please park at the north end of the car park, furthest from the entrance. By kind permission of the licensee.

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