Wynford Vaughan Thomas Walk.

Aberystwyth Group

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Overview

A walk in the hills to the SE of Machynlleth. From Aberhosan a gently contiuous climb to the WVT viewpoint where a vista of mountains awaits. Short road section then past Llyn Glaslyn Nature Reserve. Return to start via at first a steep track then through fields & woodland .

Saturday, 30 August 2025

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:45 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

As limited parking at start please either meet initially at 0930 in Council car park for car sharing or contact leader.

Features

Car parking available
Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SN 81000 97401
Nearest postcode:: SY20 8RA
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Start time:: 10:30 am

Aberhosan village with limited parking. Please car share if poss.

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