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Overview

A moderate-grade 7.5 mile walk on Halkyn Mountain, an area of common land with a long history associated with the extraction of limestone and lead. There are stunning views over the Dee estuary and the Clwydian Hills.
Bring a packed lunch. 

Sunday, 19 January 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular
Website:
https://www.halkynmountain.co.uk/explore-halkyn/

Dogs
Deeside Group has a policy of not allowing dogs on its walks. Registered assistance dogs may be permitted, but only by prior arrangement with the walk leader.

Photo
Lime Kilns at Rhes-y-Cae by Rod Sigley

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 20968 69746
Nearest postcode:
CH7 6PR
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tastings.rational.reforming
Start time:
10:00 am

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  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
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