Betws-y-Coed, The Miners' Bridge, a lost village and Llyn Elsi

Booking Essential

A circular hilly walk from the village of Betws-y-coed, following the Afon Llugwy through meadows and the Artists Wood. Passing the Miners Bridge and old lead mine workings then through mixed woodland to a lost village and an upland lake.

Bring refreshments and water for several stops and a packed lunch.

Please check for any changes….. we will be doing a final recce on 25  March

Recce report….

• The first section is challenging with many tree roots and boulders to navigate.
• The next section is uphill on forestry tracks with a few fallen trees to climb through but manageable.
• The remainder of the walk is hilly but problem free with magnificent views.
• The section from Llyn Elsi to Betws-y-coed is a steepish downhill forestry track on loose shale.
• The distance is about 7.5  to 8 miles.

Booking essential ….. Please note early start and clocks go forward…we will send final joining and parking instructions to those who book.

Zone E