Rhyl-Rhuddlan Riverside (Evening Walk)

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The River Clwyd at Rhuddlan, Denbighshire, with Rhuddlan Castle illuminated by sunlight in the background

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Overview

A leisurely evening walk along the banks of the River Clwyd from Rhyl to Rhuddlan and back again on the opposite side of the river.

Wednesday, 3 June 2026

Start time:: 7:00 pm
Estimated finish time:: 9:15 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 8km / 5.0mi
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

Rhuddlan Castle by Philip Halling

Features

Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SH 99930 80779
Nearest postcode:: LL18 1LQ
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Start time:: 7:00 pm

Free Car Park by Farmfoods, Marina Quay, Rhyl LL18 1LQ

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