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A Festival Social Evening will be held at the Selwyn Samuel Centre, Llanelli, SA15 3AE. Come along FRIDAY 22nd MAY 2020 and meet your walk leaders, find out more about your chosen walks, view a range of walking gear 20.00 HRS and enjoy the friendship of other Festival walkers.

SATURDAY 23RD MAY 2020 SUNDAY 24TH MAY 2020 MONDAY 25TH MAY 2020 WALK 1 Bus 08.45 hrs WALK 6 Bus 08.45 hrs WALK 11 Bus 09.00 hrs BLAENAFON FAN Y BIG CARREG CENNEN Discover the industrial heritage of an iron making community Our walk will begin with a challenging climb out of the village of Perched on a sheer 90m limestone crag and dating back to the immortalised by Alexander Cordell’s famous novel, ‘Rape of the Llanfrynach initially along lanes, then through farmland and then 13th century, Carreg Cennen Castle near Llandeilo dominates the Fair Country’. Follow a spectacular trail along the routes of former out onto the open moor. We will be walking at mostly a high and landscape and commands stunning views over the Carmarthenshire tramways, inclines and footpaths while enjoying the memorable exposed level from where we will have splendid panoramic views. countryside. Join us on our walk through the undulating landscape of this World Heritage Site, including the Monmouthshire The highlight of our walk will be the photo opportunity – standing countryside, be enthralled by the extensive views and revel in the and Brecon Canal, the Punchbowl, Blorenge Mountain and the on the slab of rock known as the ‘Diving Board’ on Fan y Big at flora and fauna as well as the wild life of this very peaceful and memorial to Foxhunter. Our walk will end at the ‘Blaenavon 599m! special area, with hopefully red kites circling overhead. Ironworks’, the site of the cottages featured in the BBC programme 10.5 miles, strenuous (Llanelli Ramblers Grade B+) 9 miles, moderate (Llanelli Ramblers Grade C+) ‘Coal House’. LEADER: Jeff Davies 01554 833099 LEADER: Rob Davies 01554 753596 / 07974 102864 10 miles, strenuous (Llanelli Ramblers Grade B+) LEADER: Alwyn Williams 07989 138106 WALK 7 Bus 08.45 hrs WALK 12 Bus 09.00 hrs CWM OERGWM CARREG CENNEN WALK 2 Bus 08.45 hrs Join us in walking amidst the high mountains of the Brecon Our walk will start at Carreg Cennen Castle, one of Wales’ most BLAENAFON (BIG PIT) Beacons, but without the climbs! Following a moderate ascent we dramatic defensive positions dating back to the 13th century. We Our experience will begin with a visit underground to Big Pit will enter lonely Cwm Oergwm with the mountains of Fan y Big and will walk through fields and moorland in the vicinity of the castle National Coal Museum, followed by a walk through a preserved Cribyn towering above. We will enjoy a lunch break on the banks to the source of the River Loughor, revelling in the flora, fauna industrial landscape and on hillsides offering outstanding views, of a delightful series of waterfalls as they cascade down the hillside and wildlife and enjoying the serenity of this particular part of the passing Garn Lakes and the source of the Afon Lwyd on our and then return along a picturesque route through fields and along Carmarthenshire countryside. way. We will then complete our experience by steaming south the riverbank. 6 miles, moderate (Llanelli Ramblers Grade C+) to Blaenafon on the Heritage Railway for which there will be an 6.5 miles, moderate (Llanelli Ramblers Grade C+) LEADER: Eileen Beaumont 07837 157175 additional charge, payable on the day. LEADER: Teresa Howells 07974 757806 4 - 5 miles, fairly easy (Llanelli Ramblers Grade C) LEADER: Hazel Blewett 01554 755331 WALK 13 Bus 09.00 hrs WALK 8 Bus 08.45 hrs PORT EYNON TO PENNARD STACKPOLE CHURCH TO ST GOVAN’S CHAPEL Starting our walk at Port Eynon, we will walk through Horton to WALK 3 Bus 08.45 hrs Appropriately for a Sunday we start at Church and end at Chapel! Oxwich, via Oxwich Point, enjoying wonderful views of the bays. EFAILWEN TO ROSEBUSH Both Church and Chapel look down on water but of contrasting We will continue our walk along the beach, taking ‘time out’ for We will start our walk in Efailwen, the site of the first Rebecca Riots, volumes. Come and join us for this scintillating saunter of the a paddle hopefully, before climbing up onto the cliffs above Three and wander down into the valley of the Eastern Cleddau where senses through ‘unnatural’ woodland, tamed gardens, manmade Cliffs Bay from where we will have stunning views back towards we will visit Rhydwilym Baptist Chapel (dated 1701) followed by a waterways and wild natural coastline. Walking this gem-laden route Oxwich. We will then continue on to the end of our walk at guided tour of Penrhos Cottage at Llanycefn, Pembrokeshire’s last on firm, well-trodden paths is guaranteed to raise your spirits. Bring Pennard. original thatched cottage and now a museum. We will continue your cameras! 8 miles, fairly strenuous (Llanelli Ramblers Grade B) our walk through fields and woodland to Maenclochog and then 9 miles, moderate (Llanelli Ramblers Grade C+) LEADER: Tony Bennett 07908 322722 through forestry and over open hill at Eithbed, ending our walk at LEADER: Mike Williams 07804 220007 Tafarn Sinc in Rosebush. 8.5 miles, fairly strenuous (Llanelli Ramblers Grade B) LEADER: John Davies 01792 864525

WALK 4 Bus 08.45 hrs WALK 9 Bus 08.45 hrs WALK 14 Bus 09.00 hrs TAFARN SINC AND FOEL CWMCERWYN BOSHERSTON, BARAFUNDLE AND BROAD HAVEN THREE CLIFFS, GOWER Join us on this leisurely walk in the Pembrokeshire countryside. Join us as we meander along leafy paths, criss-crossing the lily Our walk will take us to Three Cliffs Bay, one of the most Starting at Tafarn Sinc in Rosebush, we will pass the now disused ponds where butterflies, wild fowl, otters and kingfishers may be photographed places on Gower. As we walk along the cliff slate quarries and wander through woodlands to reach the open seen. Our walk will take us to Stackpole Quay from where we will tops we will be treated to extensive views of the Gower wander onto the paths along the top of the spectacular grassy Preseli hills at Bwlch Pennant from where we will have outstanding coastline around to Oxwich Point and, on a clear day, across views of the surrounding countryside. Our walk will then take us, limestone cliffs leading down on to the beaches of Barafundle and the Bristol Channel to the coast of Devon. via a gradual ascent, to the summit of Foel Cwmcerwyn, the highest Broad Haven, which are considered to be two of the most beautiful point in the Preseli Hills. We will then take the long fairly gentle sandy beaches in Wales. 5 miles, fairly easy (Llanelli Ramblers Grade C) descent back to Tafarn Sinc. 6 miles, fairly easy (Llanelli Ramblers Grade C) LEADER: Phil Cody 07814 836451 6 miles, moderate (Llanelli Ramblers Grade C+) LEADER: Heather Stretch 07815 010417 LEADER: Pam Planchant 07974 184143 WALK 15 Bus 10.00 hrs WALK 10 Bus 09.15 hrs BURRY PORT HERITAGE WALK (FAMILY RAMBLE) WALK 5 Bus 09.15 hrs LLYNFI VALLEY Join us on our journey along the coastline of the idyllic Burry Estuary PORTHKERRY TO LLANCARFAN Leaving we ascend Mynydd where an ancient which is steeped in history and mystery. Listen to tales of wrecks and wreckers of olden times as we stroll through harbours where we will From Porthkerry Country Park, Barry, our walk will take us to the Celtic track, Iron and Bronze Age settlements, the Bodvoc Stone, meet Captain Jack Sparrow who will take us on an adventure in our Liassic limestone cliffs of the most southerly point of mainland together with the source of the River and breathtaking views, Spring Bank Holiday search for hidden treasure and hidden secrets. Wales, passing the great viaduct and a stone circle on our way. We are some of the highlights of this delightful walk in the Llynfi Valley. will then head inland to visit several historic villages before ending Before descending into the village of Garth we will visit the hilltop 4 miles, easyMay (Llanelli 2017 Ramblers Grade D) our walk at Llancarfan where we will visit St Cadoc’s Church which village of , forever linked with the tragic love story of LEADER: Geoff Thomas 01554 833157 is renowned for its restored medieval wall paintings. The Maid of Cefn Ydfa, where we will see what is claimed to be one 7.5 miles, moderate (Llanelli Ramblers Grade C+) of the oldest public houses in Wales. LEADER: Pat Pope 01792 881057 6 miles, moderate (Llanelli Ramblers Grade C+) LEADER: Elaine Jenkins 07969 546379 Join us at the Selwyn Samuel Centre at 7pm Come along to our complimentary for our Farewell Tea and Cakes 25th Anniversary Celebratory Evening Following Walks 1 – 5 on Saturday there will in the in the company of the Carmarthen Ukuleles be the opportunity to have a bar meal before Hot Buffet Catholic Hall, Llanelli, SA15 3AB returning to Llanelli. Tickets: £10 after your walk!

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FESTIVAL OF WALKS THE 2020 FESTIVAL PROGRAMME Established 1995 A Medley of Festival Favourites All walks meet at the Leisure Centre Car Park, Park Crescent, Llanelli SA15 3AE • Please Note: There is now a Parking Charge

A Festival Social Evening will be held at the Selwyn Samuel Centre, Llanelli, SA15 3AE. Come along FRIDAY 22nd MAY 2020 and meet your walk leaders, find out more about your chosen walks, view a range of walking gear 20.00 HRS and enjoy the friendship of other Festival walkers.

SATURDAY 23RD MAY 2020 SUNDAY 24TH MAY 2020 MONDAY 25TH MAY 2020 WALK 1 Bus 08.45 hrs WALK 6 Bus 08.45 hrs WALK 11 Bus 09.00 hrs BLAENAFON FAN Y BIG CARREG CENNEN Discover the industrial heritage of an iron making community Our walk will begin with a challenging climb out of the village of Perched on a sheer 90m limestone crag and dating back to the immortalised by Alexander Cordell’s famous novel, ‘Rape of the Llanfrynach initially along lanes, then through farmland and then 13th century, Carreg Cennen Castle near Llandeilo dominates the Fair Country’. Follow a spectacular trail along the routes of former out onto the open moor. We will be walking at mostly a high and landscape and commands stunning views over the Carmarthenshire tramways, inclines and footpaths while enjoying the memorable exposed level from where we will have splendid panoramic views. countryside. Join us on our walk through the undulating landscape of this World Heritage Site, including the Monmouthshire The highlight of our walk will be the photo opportunity – standing countryside, be enthralled by the extensive views and revel in the and Brecon Canal, the Punchbowl, Blorenge Mountain and the on the slab of rock known as the ‘Diving Board’ on Fan y Big at flora and fauna as well as the wild life of this very peaceful and memorial to Foxhunter. Our walk will end at the ‘Blaenavon 599m! special area, with hopefully red kites circling overhead. Ironworks’, the site of the cottages featured in the BBC programme 10.5 miles, strenuous (Llanelli Ramblers Grade B+) 9 miles, moderate (Llanelli Ramblers Grade C+) ‘Coal House’. LEADER: Jeff Davies 01554 833099 LEADER: Rob Davies 01554 753596 / 07974 102864 10 miles, strenuous (Llanelli Ramblers Grade B+) LEADER: Alwyn Williams 07989 138106 WALK 7 Bus 08.45 hrs WALK 12 Bus 09.00 hrs CWM OERGWM CARREG CENNEN WALK 2 Bus 08.45 hrs Join us in walking amidst the high mountains of the Brecon Our walk will start at Carreg Cennen Castle, one of Wales’ most BLAENAFON (BIG PIT) Beacons, but without the climbs! Following a moderate ascent we dramatic defensive positions dating back to the 13th century. We Our experience will begin with a visit underground to Big Pit will enter lonely Cwm Oergwm with the mountains of Fan y Big and will walk through fields and moorland in the vicinity of the castle National Coal Museum, followed by a walk through a preserved Cribyn towering above. We will enjoy a lunch break on the banks to the source of the River Loughor, revelling in the flora, fauna industrial landscape and on hillsides offering outstanding views, of a delightful series of waterfalls as they cascade down the hillside and wildlife and enjoying the serenity of this particular part of the passing Garn Lakes and the source of the Afon Lwyd on our and then return along a picturesque route through fields and along Carmarthenshire countryside. way. We will then complete our experience by steaming south the riverbank. 6 miles, moderate (Llanelli Ramblers Grade C+) to Blaenafon on the Heritage Railway for which there will be an 6.5 miles, moderate (Llanelli Ramblers Grade C+) LEADER: Eileen Beaumont 07837 157175 additional charge, payable on the day. LEADER: Teresa Howells 07974 757806 4 - 5 miles, fairly easy (Llanelli Ramblers Grade C) LEADER: Hazel Blewett 01554 755331 WALK 13 Bus 09.00 hrs WALK 8 Bus 08.45 hrs PORT EYNON TO PENNARD STACKPOLE CHURCH TO ST GOVAN’S CHAPEL Starting our walk at Port Eynon, we will walk through Horton to WALK 3 Bus 08.45 hrs Appropriately for a Sunday we start at Church and end at Chapel! Oxwich, via Oxwich Point, enjoying wonderful views of the bays. EFAILWEN TO ROSEBUSH Both Church and Chapel look down on water but of contrasting We will continue our walk along the beach, taking ‘time out’ for We will start our walk in Efailwen, the site of the first Rebecca Riots, volumes. Come and join us for this scintillating saunter of the a paddle hopefully, before climbing up onto the cliffs above Three and wander down into the valley of the Eastern Cleddau where senses through ‘unnatural’ woodland, tamed gardens, manmade Cliffs Bay from where we will have stunning views back towards we will visit Rhydwilym Baptist Chapel (dated 1701) followed by a waterways and wild natural coastline. Walking this gem-laden route Oxwich. We will then continue on to the end of our walk at guided tour of Penrhos Cottage at Llanycefn, Pembrokeshire’s last on firm, well-trodden paths is guaranteed to raise your spirits. Bring Pennard. original thatched cottage and now a museum. We will continue your cameras! 8 miles, fairly strenuous (Llanelli Ramblers Grade B) our walk through fields and woodland to Maenclochog and then 9 miles, moderate (Llanelli Ramblers Grade C+) LEADER: Tony Bennett 07908 322722 through forestry and over open hill at Eithbed, ending our walk at LEADER: Mike Williams 07804 220007 Tafarn Sinc in Rosebush. 8.5 miles, fairly strenuous (Llanelli Ramblers Grade B) LEADER: John Davies 01792 864525

WALK 4 Bus 08.45 hrs WALK 9 Bus 08.45 hrs WALK 14 Bus 09.00 hrs TAFARN SINC AND FOEL CWMCERWYN BOSHERSTON, BARAFUNDLE AND BROAD HAVEN THREE CLIFFS, GOWER Join us on this leisurely walk in the Pembrokeshire countryside. Join us as we meander along leafy paths, criss-crossing the lily Our walk will take us to Three Cliffs Bay, one of the most Starting at Tafarn Sinc in Rosebush, we will pass the now disused ponds where butterflies, wild fowl, otters and kingfishers may be photographed places on Gower. As we walk along the cliff slate quarries and wander through woodlands to reach the open seen. Our walk will take us to Stackpole Quay from where we will tops we will be treated to extensive views of the Gower wander onto the paths along the top of the spectacular grassy Preseli hills at Bwlch Pennant from where we will have outstanding coastline around to Oxwich Point and, on a clear day, across views of the surrounding countryside. Our walk will then take us, limestone cliffs leading down on to the beaches of Barafundle and the Bristol Channel to the coast of Devon. via a gradual ascent, to the summit of Foel Cwmcerwyn, the highest Broad Haven, which are considered to be two of the most beautiful point in the Preseli Hills. We will then take the long fairly gentle sandy beaches in Wales. 5 miles, fairly easy (Llanelli Ramblers Grade C) descent back to Tafarn Sinc. 6 miles, fairly easy (Llanelli Ramblers Grade C) LEADER: Phil Cody 07814 836451 6 miles, moderate (Llanelli Ramblers Grade C+) LEADER: Heather Stretch 07815 010417 LEADER: Pam Planchant 07974 184143 WALK 15 Bus 10.00 hrs WALK 10 Bus 09.15 hrs BURRY PORT HERITAGE WALK (FAMILY RAMBLE) WALK 5 Bus 09.15 hrs LLYNFI VALLEY Join us on our journey along the coastline of the idyllic Burry Estuary PORTHKERRY TO LLANCARFAN Leaving Maesteg we ascend Mynydd Margam where an ancient which is steeped in history and mystery. Listen to tales of wrecks and wreckers of olden times as we stroll through harbours where we will From Porthkerry Country Park, Barry, our walk will take us to the Celtic track, Iron and Bronze Age settlements, the Bodvoc Stone, meet Captain Jack Sparrow who will take us on an adventure in our Liassic limestone cliffs of the most southerly point of mainland together with the source of the River Kenfig and breathtaking views, Spring Bank Holiday search for hidden treasure and hidden secrets. Wales, passing the great viaduct and a stone circle on our way. We are some of the highlights of this delightful walk in the Llynfi Valley. will then head inland to visit several historic villages before ending Before descending into the village of Garth we will visit the hilltop 4 miles, easyMay (Llanelli 2017 Ramblers Grade D) our walk at Llancarfan where we will visit St Cadoc’s Church which village of Llangynwyd, forever linked with the tragic love story of LEADER: Geoff Thomas 01554 833157 is renowned for its restored medieval wall paintings. The Maid of Cefn Ydfa, where we will see what is claimed to be one 7.5 miles, moderate (Llanelli Ramblers Grade C+) of the oldest public houses in Wales. LEADER: Pat Pope 01792 881057 6 miles, moderate (Llanelli Ramblers Grade C+) LEADER: Elaine Jenkins 07969 546379 Join us at the Selwyn Samuel Centre at 7pm Come along to our complimentary for our Farewell Tea and Cakes 25th Anniversary Celebratory Evening Following Walks 1 – 5 on Saturday there will in the in the company of the Carmarthen Ukuleles be the opportunity to have a bar meal before Hot Buffet Catholic Hall, Llanelli, SA15 3AB returning to Llanelli. Tickets: £10 after your walk!

Blaenavon Bosherston Lily Ponds Carreg Cennen Castle mike clarke printing 01554 755321