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We are the Aberystwyth Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
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Overview

The rocky hill Foel Offrwm & the scenic Old Precipice walk can be handily accessed from one car park near Llanfachreth.  todays walk will start with The circuit of the Precipice walk. This has dramatic views into the Mawddach valley & of Llyn Cynwch.  The walk is fairly flat but rocky underfoot in places. After returning to the start & having lunch the walk continues around the base of Foel Offrwm with good views of Dolgellau & the Cadair Idris range. There is the optional ascent to the summit with the walls of its stone fort visible. 

Saturday, 14 September 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

PLEASE CONTACT LEADER BEFOREHAND.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SH 74599 21301
Nearest postcode:
LL40 2NG
what3words:
summit.vibe.waffle
Start time:
10:30 am

Car Park (free) with toilets near Llanfachreth.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking