Moel Hiraddug (Evening Walk)

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Moel Hiraddug, a hill in the Clwydian Range, seen from Graig Fawr above Meliden

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Overview

Moel Hiraddug is the site of an Iron Age hillfort in the Clwydian Hills.
This moderate (Grade C) 4-mile evening walk is from Dyserth and promises extensive views.

Wednesday, 2 July 2025

Start time:: 7:00 pm
Estimated finish time:: 9:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 6.4km / 4.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
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: "Moel Hiraddug from Graig Fawr above Meliden" is by Mattcymru2 at English Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0

Features

Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SJ 05865 78976
Nearest postcode:: LL18 6AP
what3words:: snacks.waxes.toothpick

Start time:: 7:00 pm

Car Park behind Dyserth Bowling Club, off Thomas Avenue, Dyserth, LL18 6AN

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