A Circular walk from Bont-goch.

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Overview

The route from Bont-goch follows the valley of the Leri including the steep ascent up to the damn at Craig y Pistyll. Then ascending steeply up to to Pen Craig y Pistyll with good views from the top. Thence North along the ridge & descending along bridleways back to Bont-goch.

Sunday, 27 April 2025

Start time:: 9:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:45 pm

Difficulty:: Strenuous
Distance:: 11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

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Features

Car parking available
Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SN 68900 86701
Nearest postcode:: SY24 5DW
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Start time:: 9:00 am

Small lay-by before gate on minor road NE of Bont-goch. (You will pass the church on your right)

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