The Meirionnydd Ramblers are a friendly and welcoming group. We offer regular and varied walks in the wonderful countryside in and around southern Snowdonia.
It was in 1406 that Owain Glyndwr wrote a letter from Pennal to Charles V1 of France requesting his help with his long running battle against the English. Charles replied with encouragement but nothing more and eventually Owain Glyndwr was defeated. A copy of this letter is on display in St Peter’s church in the village but it is unlikely there will be time to visit inside the church on this occasion since our mission is to explore the woods and hills to the north. With some steep climbs and rugged boggy terrain this is a strenuous walk but hopefully will be worth the effort if we are rewarded with views which from the ridge are across the River Dyfi on one side and towards the Tarrens on the other. We shall leave the village using the coastal path but will soon take forestry tracks and minor paths to go through the conifer forests above Cwm-Rhonwydd with their luxuriant mosses covering the woodland floor. Eventually after an extremely steep but relatively short ascent (0.42 mile) we shall emerge onto the open rough moorland of Foel y Geifr, the highest point of our walk. Here the path is indistinct and negotiating the grass tussocks and boggy ditches needs to be tackled with care. From here we turn southwards to begin our descent back to Pennal passing below Mynydd Rhyd-galed and Mynydd Cefn-Caer. Walking poles are strongly recommended for this walk. After heavy rain, gaiters may be useful too since paths can be very muddy and some streams will be in spate, although there are some open long exposed stretches which in sunny, hot weather make sun cream and hats advisable together with plenty to drink so please have regard to the weather conditions and if in doubt, or if you have any questions regarding the walk, please contact the leader.
Group grade B
Please advise the leader if you expect to come along on this walk. Changes to route or cancellation may be necessary depending on weather conditions.
In Pennal village by village green. Please car share where possible and park with consideration to residents. Please do not park in the pub car park. If you need help with transport please contact leader not later than 3 days before walk date.
