Roman Road, Pilgrim's Way and Offa's Dyke Path

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From Moel Maenefa looking north across the A55 to Mynydd-y-Cwm with the Irish Sea in the distancerse

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Overview

This scenic, moderate-grade (C) 8-mile walk in the Clwydian Hills includes parts of The North Wales Pilgrim's Way, a Roman Road and Offa's Dyke Path.
It offers magnificent views (weather permitting) over Cwm Mountain and beyond to the Irish Sea.
Bring a packed lunch.

Saturday, 6 December 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:: 213.4m / 700ft
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
View over Mynydd-y-Cwm from Moel Maenefa (Leader's own work)

Features

Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SJ 11770 73630
Nearest postcode:: CH7 5BH
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Roadside 200m west of Barlow's Caravan Park, by entrance to Blorant Farm on unnamed road near Caerwys. Use What3Words for precise location.

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