The Meirionnydd Ramblers are a friendly and welcoming group. We offer regular and varied walks in the wonderful countryside in and around southern Snowdonia.
Away from the High Street and shops of Pwllheli there are a number of diverse habitats to be explored which include a nature reserve, comprising a large reed wetland area ; woodland walks and stretches along the coast, as well as the salt flats of the marina which at low tide provide a rich feeding area for wading birds. The nature reserve was formed following the drainage of large tracts of land from the estuary of the Rhydhir river in the eighteenth century. The best of the drained land was used for the expansion of the town leaving behind wet pasture and salt marsh which now form the reserve. We shall use gravel tracks; the sandy coastal path (or beach) and some tarmac roads with minimal ascent at a leisurely pace to experience all of the different areas. There will be a break about an hour into the walk and a later stop for lunch in the vicinity of a cafe which can be used instead of a picnic if preferred.
Group grade D
Holders of concessionary travel passes can use these on the Cambrian rail line to reach the start of the walk. Depart Tywyn at 9.29 hours and stations beyond for arrival into Pwllheli at 11.13. The intention will be for train travellers to return on the 15.37 departure but anyone wishing to curtail their walk will be able to do so easily at various points along the way. Access to the start from Dolgellau by bus is also possible. Please see Traveline Cymru website for bus information. For those wishing to drive, there is some free on street parking and plenty of chargeable parking spaces available.
By toilets in bus station / public car park
