This comprehensive guide describes 100 routes of varying lengths and difficulty, from gentle strolls to tough excursions and therefore contains something suitable for every category of walker. It includes virtually every mountain summit in Wales, many of which are represented in a guide for the first time. It includes practical advice about safety and equipment and provides fascinating geological, historical and general interest facts. Each of the routes guarantees at least one summit and is designed so that it requires the use of only one OS Explorer map sheet. All the routes start and finish at the same point with safe car parking in mind.

The guide has divided the walks into 20 mountain groups starting in the north west corner of the principality and finishing in the south east. They are as follows: Llyn - an ancient Celtic stronghold; Eifionydd - intriguing hills where history and legend blend; Snowdon - the pride of Wales and the land of King Arthur; Glyder - a textbook example of a landscape created by glaciers; Carneddau - Contains the largest area of land above 1000m in the British Isles outside Scotland; Clwydian - modest hills, witness to a turbulent past; Moelwyni - the industrial dereliction is now a part of the heritage of Gwynedd; Rhinog - provides some of the most rugged and demanding walking in Britain; Arennig - lonely peaks rise above abandoned valleys; Berwyn - possesses its own brand of beauty; Aran - a fascinating place, but access is restricted; Cadair Idris - savage country; Dyfi Forest - an area of unbroken solitude, vast skies and broad expanses; Pumlumon - high windswept moorland, solemn and mysterious; Cwmdeuddwr - Wales' great wilderness; Radnor Forest - a jewel in the British countryside; Carmarthen Fan - a fastness to be reckoned with; Fforest Fawr - a medieval hunting ground; Brecon Beacons - South Wales' principal mountain group; Black Mountains - superb ridge walking country.

The Snowdonia National Park and surrounding countryside have become one of the most popular walking areas in Britain. There is something for walkers of all ages and levels in this selection, beginning with short, easy strolls for the family and continuing all the way to challenging hikes for the fittest enthusiast.

There are 36 walks, mostly circular, with up to date route maps and directions plus lots of full colour photographs. Instructions on how to get to the start of each walk are included and there are special sections on local history, geography, place names and folklore to add in depth interest to the walk. There is also a useful reference section to help research and plan your walks.

The walk locations are: Anglesey - Mynydd Bodafon; Holyhead Mountain and Gogarth Bay; Newborough Warren. Lleyn Peninsular - Yr Eifl; Carn Fadryn. Berwyns and the Clwydians - Offa's Dyke on the Clwydian Hills; Valle Crucis and Eglwyseg Mountain; Berwyns and Pistyll Rhaeadr. Snowdonia - Snowdon Horseshoe; Miner's Track; Watkin Path; Cwm Glas; Tryfan and Bristly Ridge; Cwm Idwal; Y Garn and the Devil's Kitchen; Cwm Bochlwyd and Cwm Tryfan; Cwm Dudodyn and the northern Glyders; Aber Falls; Conwy Mountain and the Sychnant Pass; Front ridge of the Careddau; Two Lakes; Gwydr Forest; Moel Siabod; Llyn Dinas and the Aberglaslyn Pass; Cnicht; The Moelwyns; Nantlle ridge; Rhinogs, Bronze Age Road; Roman Steps to Rhinog Fawr; Rhinog Fach and Y Llethr; Drover's Road; Coed-y-Brenin Forest; Dolgellau - the Torrent Walk and the Precipice Walk; Cwm Cau and Cadir Idris; Castell-y-Bere; Cwm Cowarch.

This guidebook contains 28 carefully selected and outstanding circular walks in northern Snowdonia, the Isle of Anglesey, the Lleyn Peninsula and northeast Wales, including the Clwydian Range and the Vale of Llangollen. All are undemanding, easy to moderate routes of between 5 and 8 miles with reliable, easy-to-follow walking instructions, clear and accurate maps, fascinating historical and cultural notes, and excellent black-and-white and colour photographs. Together, they'll guide you through some of Wales' loveliest and most spectacular landscapes, from sandy coves and lofty sea cliffs to mirrored lakes and mountain views.

The walk locations are: Aberffraw and Porth Cwyfan; Traeth yr Ora and Mynydd Bodafon; Carmel Head and Cemlyn Bay; Holyhead Mountain; Penrhyn Mawr; Uwchmynydd; Tudweiliog; Carn Fadryn; Porth Dinllaen; Yr Eifl; Aberglaslyn and Llyn Dinas; Llyn Gwynant; Capel Curig; Llugwy valley; Llyn Idwal and Llyn Ogwen; Dolwyddelan; Aber Falls; Llyn Crafnant and Llyn Geirionydd; Capel Garmon and the Fairy Glen; Lyn Elsi; Sychnant Pass; Llanelidan; Cyfylliog; Penycloddiau and Moel Arthur; Moel Famau from Llangynhafal; Alyn gorge and Moel Famau; Llantysilio Mountain from Rhewl; Castell Dinas Bran and Trevor Rocks.

This is the second book in a two volume series describing walking routes up every 2000 footer in Wales - all 166 of them! The result is not just a guide to the mountains of Snowdonia, but a handbook of over 450 walking routes covering 21 Welsh mountain ranges. The only slight eccentricity of these guides is that they are arranged alphabetically by the name of the mountain range rather than geographically. Volume 2 therefore includes the following mountain ranges: Ffestiniog Hills; Fforest Fawr; Glyders; Hirnants, Mynydd Du; Nantlle/Hebog Hills; Plynlimon; Radnor Forest; Rhinogs; Siabod/Moelwyns; Snowdon and the Tarrens.

Each mountain range has it own chapter, arranged as follows: First there is a listing of the peaks and mountain lakes followed by a diagrammatic map and a general overview. The main ways up each of the peaks is then described. Further high level routes and easier low level routes are then described. The diagrammatic maps are provided to illustrate the relationship between various routes. As is always the case when walking in mountainous terrain, they are not a substitute for the appropriate OS Explorer map. The highly detailed text and supplementary information gives a clear picture of the walking possibilities of every mountain. There are also numerous colour photographs. If you are looking for a complete comprehensive guide to the mountains of Wales this is the guide to choose.

Wales offers the walker spectacular terrain and a landscape rich in archaeological and historical interest. This book is an excellent introduction to both; a book for walkers seeking an imaginative experience, and to whom this volume should prove richly rewarding. The walks, mostly circular and from 4 to 10 miles, visit some of the most intriguing sites and monuments left by our ancestors while passing through the spectacular scenery of the Welsh countryside. There are opportunities to enjoy the peace and quiet of the valleys, the country lanes and footpaths around the towns and villages, and the challenge of climbing its still wild and remote mountains.

Each walk has a unique focus, taking walkers to many of the stone circles, standing stones and burial chambers still to be found in Anglesey, North Wales and South Wales. Robert offers his own theories about the purpose and sighting of these, engaging readers in a fascinating journey of discovery. There are sketch maps to guide you, intricate hand drawn sketches of the sites to inspire you and detailed descriptions of the scenery and wildlife. Glossaries of historical terms and Welsh place names complete the exceptionally comprehensive coverage of the book.

The walk locations are: South Wales - Pentre Ifan; Gors Fawr; Carreg Samson; Cefn Bryn; Tinkinswood; Trellech; Merbach Hill; The Four Stones. North Wales - Mitchell's Fold; Pistyll Rhaeadr; Moel Ty-uchaf; Tomen y Faerdre; The Gop; Capel Garmon; Carneddau Hengwm; Moelfre; Moel Goedog; Ystumcegid; Clynnog Fawr; Cefn Coch. Anglesey - Bryn Celli Ddu; Tre Dryw; Barclodiad y Gawres; Meini Hirion; Trefignath.

This book takes you to twenty National Trust properties spread throughout northern Wales, everything from grand mansions to spectacular beaches. It the offers you walks - no longer than four and a half hours - from these properties along paths and rural lanes visiting other places of interest in the area. Each of the routes is described in sufficient detail to allow reliable navigation, and there are simple sketch maps to illustrate the walk, although it would be advisable to also carry the appropriate OS Explorer map. Each walk chapter also has a section describing additional points of interest you should look out for, many of which are illustrated with full colour photographs.

Iwan Huws, Director of the National Trust of Wales, describes this book as a 'creative initiative… which will allow ramblers to enjoy the countryside and take pleasure from the warm welcome and hospitality offered to them by local people, By leading us to so many of the National Trust's treasures we are given a remarkable and revealing glimpse of Welsh landscape and heritage.'

The 20 walk locations are: Chirk Castle; Erddig, Wrexham; Bodnant Gardens; Conwy suspension bridge and Aberconwy House; Ysbyty Ifan; Ty Mawr Wybrnant; Graig Fawr, Dyserth; Tu Hwnt i'r Bont, Llanrwst; Traeth Llanbedrog; Bwthyn Llywelyn, Beddgelert; Cwm Idwal; Bwthyn Swtan; Cemlyn; Porth Dafarch; Plas Newydd; Penrhyn Castle; Porth Dinllaen; Porthor; Hafod y Llan; Plas yn Rhiw.

This guide consists of a boxed pack of 20 laminated waterproof cards each containing full details for one walk. One side of the card gives a summary of the walk including grade, distance, time, height gain, terrain and refreshment possibilities plus full directions for route finding and details of local places of interest. The reverse side of the card has an Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 scale map with the walk route clearly highlighted. The pack also includes a 'user guide' listing of all the walks plus a plastic wallet to hold the card being used and provide even more protection from bad weather. The real benefit of this guide format is the ease of use and the durability of the weather-proof cards. The included OS Explorer mapping is also a real plus.

The walk locations are: Padarn Country Park; Mynydd Pen-Rhos from Ty'n-y-groes; Nant Gwernol and Bryn-Eglwys Slate Quarry from Abergynolwyn Station; Aber Falls; Tremadog and Porthmadog from Borth-y-Gest; Capel Garmon Long Cairn, Conwy Falls and Fairy Glen from Betws-y-Coed; Llangelynin Church from the Sychnant Pass; Ty Mawr from Dolwyddelan; A panorama walk from Barmouth; Cregennen Lakes and the Barmouth Estuary from Arthog; Pen-y-Gaer and Canovium; Happy Valley, Carn March Arthur and the Bearded Lake; Dduallt and Ceunant Cynfal from Llan Ffestiniog; Sygun Copper Mine from Nantmor; Moelwyn Mawr from Tanygrisiau; The Roman Steps from Llyn Cwm Bychan; Llyn Crafnant and Swallow Falls from Capel Curig; Snowdon by way of the Rhyd Ddu and Snowdon Ranger paths; Diffwys and Y Llethr; Cadair Idris.

This guide is one of the Jarrold Short Walks series for all the family. These lovely little full colour guides are the ideal companion for short walks that can be enjoyed by all. Features include clear and easy-to-follow instructions; detailed Ordnance Survey Explorer mapping with the route clearly highlighted, and specially commissioned photographs. There are twenty routes to choose from, colour coded by length and difficulty; green for easy; blue for modest length with some climbing and red for more challenging walks. The walks cover the whole of Snowdonia National Park, from the rugged mountains of the North West to the south as far as Bala. Here there really is something for everyone, from charming green valleys and mature woodlands to craggy topknots and fast flowing rivers. Above the intake walls the terrain is often rugged and broken, a place where rocks predominate and the level of difficulty rises. But this is a place to be respected and admired, not feared. A landscape to be loved, enjoyed and shared.

The walk locations are: Llyn Geirionydd; Llwybr Clywedog; Afon Lluqwy and the Miners' Bridge; Llyn Barfog; Castell y Bere; Coed Ganllwyd; Aber Falls; Bala Lake; Cwm Idwal; Llyn Elsi; Sygun and Llyn Dinas; Llyn Gwernan; Coed-y-Brenin; Penmaenmawr; Mawddach Estuary; Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon); Cwm Bochlwyd and Cwm Tryfan; Llyn Padarn; The Miners' Track; Conwy Mountain.

Snowdonia is one of the most celebrated and spectacular mountain areas in Britain and its tallest summit, Snowdon, stands higher than any mountain south of the Scottish Highlands in either England, Ireland or Wales. It has around 100 summits over 600m (2000ft) and contains all fourteen of Wales' 3,000ft mountains.

This book gathers together the very best walks and scrambles to be enjoyed throughout Snowdonia, with at least one walk in each of the nine main hill groups: Carneddau; Glyderau; Snowdon; Eifionydd; Moelwynnion; Rhinogydd; Arenig; Cadair Idris and the Arans. Each route is described in detail and accompanied by a full colour relief map. The book is illustrated extensively with the author's colour photographs.

This guide explores the best of Snowdonia and North Wales. It includes 50 themed walks of between 2 and 10 miles, each with fascinating background reading. There are clear, easy-to-follow route descriptions, including detailed sketch maps, for every walk. Information on what to look out for during the walk and places to eat and drink is provided, including guidance for dog owners on where to walk and dog-friendly establishments.

The walk locations include: Greenfield Valley; Prestatyn; Mynydd y Gaer; Elwy Valley; Great Orme; Conwy; Tal y Fan; Nant-y-Coed; Foel-Fras; Aber Falls; Moelfre; Holyhead Mountain; Moel Famau; Llyn Brenig; Llyn Crafnant; Dolgarrog; Ogwen; Caernarfon; Valle Crucis; Horseshoe Falls; Capel Curig; Moel Siabod; Snowdon; Llanberis; Llanystumdwy; Ceiriog Valley; Tregeiriog; Chirk; Pistyll Rhaeadr; Cnicht; Aberglaslyn; Llyn Dinas; Coed y Brenin; Roman Steps; Nantcol; Barmouth; Cregennen; Lake Vrynwy; Precipice Walk; Bala; Dysynni Valley; Long Mountain; Powis Castle; Montgomery; Pumlumon; Pumlumon Fawr; Aberystwyth.

This guide is covering an area of diverse landscapes from the spectacular mountains of Snowdonia to the magnificent coastline of the Llyn Peninsula, so there is plenty of choice in selecting a route to suite the time available and your inclination. There is a good mix of hill walks, valley walks and coastal walks, all with stunning scenery.

Clear and easy to follow directions are accompanied by detailed 1:25,000 scale maps from Ordnance Survey and specially commissioned photographs. GPS data is also included for each waypoint to assist navigation. With 28 colour-coded routes to choose from, all tried and tested by seasoned walkers and varying from extended strolls to exhilarating hikes, there is a walk to suit all situations. The guide introduces you to the area and highlights the most scenic walks. Details are included for useful organisations, refreshment stops and places to leave your car. Although we always recommend taking the appropriate OS Explorer or Outdoor Leisure map on all walks, in the case of the Pathfinder Guides this mapping is included, with the route clearly outlined in yellow.

The walk locations are: Aber Woods and Falls; Aberdaron; Aberdovey, Happy Valley and the Bearded Lake; Aran Fawddwy; Beddgelert and the Pass of Aberglaslyn; Betws-y-Coed, Gwydyr Forest and Swallow Falls; Cadair Idris; Capel Garmon and the Fairy Glen; Ceunant Cynfal and Ffestiniog; Cnicht; Conwy Mountain and the Sychnant Pass; Criccleth and Llanystumdwy; Cwm Pennant; Dyffryn Ardudwy and Pont-Scethin; Dysynni Valley and Castell y Bere; Glyders; Harlech; Llangower and Bala Lake; Moelfre, Din Lligwy and Yr Arwydd; Newborough Forest and Llanddwyn Island; Penmaenpool and the River Mawddach; Precipice Walk; Roman Steps and Bwich Drws-Ardudwy; Sarn Helen and Lledr Valley; Snowdon; Tal y fan; Trefriw, Llyn Geirionydd and Llyn Crafnant; Yr Eifl.

This is a region of hills and vales, moorlands and forests, rather than mountains, although the smooth grassy slopes of the Berwyns rise to over 2700ft as they sweep across the area to the east of Bala Lake to descend into the vale of Llangollen. To the north of Llangollen the broad and fertile Vale of Clwyd stretches to the coast. To the west the vale is bordered by the moorlands of Mynydd Hiraethog and Clocaenog Forest. To the east is the switchback range of the Clwydian Hills with spectacular sections of Offa's Dyke following the ridge. Snowdonia provides some of the most spectacular scenery in Britain, It's mountains can be divided into a number of clearly defined ranges, each with their own characteristics. By far the most popular and most frequently climbed are the Carneddau, the Glyders and Snowdon. This book is your reliable guide to discovering this beautiful region.

Clear and easy to follow directions are accompanied by detailed 1:25,000 scale maps from Ordnance Survey and specially commissioned photographs. With 28 colour-coded routes to choose from, all tried and tested by seasoned walkers and varying from extended strolls to exhilarating hikes, there is a walk to suit all situations. The guide introduces you to the area and highlights the most scenic walks. Details are included for useful organisations, refreshment stops and places to leave your car. Although we always recommend taking the appropriate OS Explorer or Outdoor Leisure map on all walks, in the case of the Pathfinder Guides this mapping is included, with the route clearly outlined in yellow.

The walk locations are: Llandrillo; Caergwrie and Hope; Capel Curig; Carnedd Dafydd; Chirk; Cilcain and Moel Famau; Cregennon Lakes and Arthog Waterfalls; Denbigh; Elwy Valley; Great Orme; Greenfield Valley; Hawarden; Llangollen; Llanrwst; Lledr Valley; Llyn Brenig; Llyn Padarn; Llyn y Gaderand Beddgelert Forest; Penmaenmawr and the Druid's Circle; Penycloddiau and Moel Arthur; Pistyll Rhaeadr; Prestatyn; Rhaeadr Mawddach; Rhyl and Rhuddian; Snowdon via the Watkin Path; Tal-y-llyn Lake; Ty Mawr and the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct; Vale of Ffestiniog.

This guide is one of a series produced in co-operation with the Ramblers' Association and Harvey maps, covering some of the most popular walking areas in Britain. This title, North Wales, is produced to a high standard and combines detailed route descriptions with information on local history and wildlife. Angular mountain peaks, whaleback ridges and beautiful valleys characterise the varying landscape of Snowdonia and the surrounding area. This guide provides the perfect introduction to the scenery that makes the area so special, and the history, folklore and wildlife that make it unique. Thirty walks are described and illustrated with stunning colour photographs. Each route is graded to show whether it is suitable for beginners or more experienced walkers; the book includes many challenging walks.

The walk locations are: Snowdon Horseshoe; Snowdon Ranger and Rhyd-Ddu paths; Watkin Path and Miners' Track; Glyder Traverse; Tryfan and Bristly Ridge; Cwm Idwal; Cwm Llafar and the high Carnedds; Llyn Crafnant and Llyn Geirionydd; Aber Falls; Cwm Eigiau; Moel Siabod; Lledr Valley; Nantile Ridge; Cnicht; Aberglastyn and Cwm Bychan; Moel Hebog; Cwm Pennant; Bryn Cader Faner; Roman Steps; Llethr and Rhinog Fach; River Mawddach; Cader Idris - the Fox's and Pony paths; Cader Idris - the Minffordd Path; Bwich Oerddrws and Waun Oer; The Arans; Arenig Fawr; The Berwyns; Yr Eifl; Newborough Warren; Great Orme.

This book is written for the rambler whose enjoyment comes from the sights to be seen and the places to be discovered along the way. It is to such people that walking becomes an enjoyable way of leaving the jostle of every day living far behind. Consequently the purpose of this book is to introduce the reader to walks that are not too strenuous, but that are high on interest value. Such walking provides a healthy and enjoyable means of linking these places. It is a celebration of the countryside and also a help for others to discover it. Each walk has been carefully selected for its scenery as well as its potential to stimulate curiosity about the local environment. Each walk also takes the limitations of younger walkers into consideration, being of relatively short distances and largely covering terrain that should not overtax children, or be too perilous for them.

Each of the 21 walks is introduced by a pictorial map that creates a visual image of the whole walk. The essential fact about each route are summarised in a box for you to check its suitability to your requirements. The places of interest are described in detail and every walk is copiously illustrated in fine line drawings. A detailed description and easy to follow sketch map help you find your way.

The walk locations are: Caergybi; Y Gogarth; Conwy; Dyserth; Holywell; Llanberis; Betws-y-coed; Lly Brenig; Moel Fama; Beddgelert; Ffestiniog; Erddig; Llangollen; Coed y Brenin; near Dolgellau; Lake Vyrnwy; Pistyll Rhaeadr; Froncysylltau; Barmouth and Fairbourne; Welshpool; Montgomery.

From beyond Llangollen in the north to Symonds Yat near Chepstow in the south, the Welsh / English border provides a wealth of great walking country. It has had a turbulent history, but now offers some of the quietest and most remote walking in southern Britain. In addition the history in the form of Offa's Dyke and the numerous castles, abbeys, quiet villages and small town and relics of industrial and military activity is always present and alive. Through the evocation of the poetry of Houseman and the music of Elgar (both of whom frequented this area) it is brought into more recent times.

The guide contains 35 circular walks with up to date maps and directions. This is supplemented with a knowledgeable commentary on local history and geography. Also included are over eighty stunning photographs of landscape and other points of interest. There is also a useful reference section to help research and plan your walks.

The walk locations are: North and Mid Borders - Moel Famau; Llangollen; Bangor-is-y-coed; Ceiriog Valley; Ellesmere; Pistyll Rhaeadr; Grinshill; Lake Vyrnwy; Breidden Hills; The Wrekin; Welshpool; Stiperstones; Montgomery; The Long Mynd; Wenlock Edge; Brown Clee Hill; Bishop's Castle; Kerry Ridgeway; Clun; Cravem Arms; Knucklas; Mortimer Forest. South Borders - Elan Valley; Llandrindod Wells; Water-Break-its-Neck; Croft Castle; Hergest Ridge; Aberedw; Dinmore Hill; Dorstone; Hay Bluff; Abbey Dore; Mordiford; Sugar Loaf; Symonds Yat.

This guide provides twenty two linked circular walks from Offa's Dyke Path, exploring the beautiful hills and valleys of the Clwydian Range, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The walks incorporate one of the most scenic sections of the National Trail from Prestatyn to Llandegla and recently designated Open Access land. They offer superb scenery, panoramic views and the opportunity to visit Iron Age hillforts and newly accessible hilltops. The routes can be easily combined to create walks of variable length.

Each walk chapter begin with a brief description of the walk to help you make a choice, plus details of how to get to the start. The route finding instructions are clearly described and are supported by detailed sketch maps. Information about points of interest is included, printed in italics to distinguish them from route instructions.

The walk starting locations are: Dyserth; Rhuallt; Tremeirchion; Bodfari; Aberwheeler; Llangwyfan Forest; Moel Arthur; Bwlch Penbarras; Clwyd Gate; Llanarmon-yn-ial; Graigfechan; Llandegla.

This guide provides twenty one walks exploring the open moors and hills, valleys, lakes, woods and forests of a little known beautiful unspoilt upland area lying between the Vale of Clwyd and the Snowdonia National Park. Enjoy the peace and tranquillity of a timeless landscape, occupied by man since earliest times, steeped in history and folklore. Visit Bronze Age burial sites, Iron Age hillforts, a medieval castle site and ancient house. Marvel at the panoramic views.

Follow a network of old drovers' routes, ancient highways and former coaching roads. Enjoy the popular circuit of Llyn Brenig and the newly created Alwen Trail. Visit scattered ancient communities, including Cerrigydrudion and the attractive estate village of Pentrefoelas, both lying on an important drovers' route and the original 18th century London to Holyhead turnpike coach road.

The walks range from a 2.5 mile archaeological trail to an exhilarating 10.5 mile moorland challenge linking three large lakes. The guide includes sketch maps with numbered cross references to the detailed route instructions.

The walk starting locations are: Cyffylliog; Clocaenog; Llanfihangel Glyn Myfyr; Pentre-Llyn Cymmer; Llyn Brenig; Alwen Dam; Cerrigydrudion; Cwm Penanner; Glasfryn; Pentrefoelas; Llyn Aled; Gwytherin.

To enjoy the varied landscape, natural beauty and history of Denbighshire and Flintshire, make use of the public transport in this fascinating little known area of northern Wales. With the help of the local bus and train network, ramblers can take linear walks and these offer a greater variety of scenery than circular routes, as well as giving the satisfaction of having completed a journey on foot. Spread throughout the area, from the coast of northern Wales to the Clwydian Hills and the Vale of Llangollen, the walks range from 3 to 11 miles and are suitable for families as well as experienced walkers. Route details for the 20 walks include historical notes, transport, car parks and facilities plus an estimate of the time needed to complete each walk.

The walk locations are: Henllan to Denbigh; Rhewl to Llanrhaeadr; Afonwen to Llangwyfan; Sarn to Caerwys; Bwlch Penbarras to Loggerheads Country Park; Llanarmon-yn-Ial to Ruthin; Llanarmon-yn-Ial to Loggerheads; Nantclwyd Hall to Ruthin; Cynwyd to Corwen; Llidiart-y-parc to Llangollen; Llangollen to Ruabon; Chirk to Llangollen; Trefor to Llangollen; Llandegla to Wrecsam; Cefn-y-bedd to Hope; Llannerch-y-mor to Holywell; Ffynnongroyw to Maes Pennant; Talacre to Prestatyn; Llanasa to Prestatyn; Dyserth to Prestatyn.

Snowdonia is one of Britain's most rugged and beautiful mountain area - 14 peaks exceed 3,000 feet, whilst Snowdon itself (Yr Wyddfa) can lay claim to being the highest and grandest mountain in Britain south of the Scottish Highlands. Snowdonia National Park includes within its boundaries all the major peaks in Wales north of the Dyfi estuary, along with many of its most beautiful valleys.

This book is dedicated to the northern half of the National Park, bounded by the Conwy Valley to the east, Glyn Lledr and the Vale of Ffestiniog to the south and Cwm Pennant to the west. Eighteen circular walks are described, ranging in length from 4 to 9 miles, which explore the valleys, woods, lakes and lower hillsides of this unique and beautiful area. The book begins with an informative introduction and brief history of the region. Further relevant information is provided for each of the walks together with route directions, sketch maps and practical details.

The walk locations are: Llanfairfechan; Aber Falls; Llyn Geirionydd; Dolwyddelan; The Lledr Valley; Roman Bridge; The Llugwy Valley; Capel Curig; Llyn Cowlyd from Capel Curig; Llyn Idwal and the Devil's Kitchen; Llyn Crafnant and the Gwydir Forest; Nant Ffrancon; Llyn Padarn; Llyn Gwynant; Aberglaslyn and Llyn Dinas; Beddgelert Forest; Betws Garmon; Penrhyndeudraeth.

This new edition of Steve Ashton's concise guide has been fully updated and produced in colour with the benefit of Ordnance Survey Landranger maps, and now provides an even better companion to the hills. Split into the main regions of Snowdon, Carneddau and the Glyders, the guide explores the approaches from each side of the main ranges, and also covers outlying areas including the Rhinogs, Moelwyns, Arans, Eifionydd and Cader Idris. An introductory chapter gives an overview of the region. The routes for each area are then described, each having a summary, duration time, terrain details and the approach and ascent description.

In total this guide describes 66 superb walking routes. These are grouped as follows: Carneddau North - 3 routes; Carneddau West - 4 routes; Carneddau South - 6 routes; Carneddau East - 4 routes; Carneddau North East - 4 routes; Glyders West - 4 routes; Glyders North - 6 routes; Glyders East - 6 routes; Glyders South - 3 routes; Snowdon North West - 6 routes; Snowdon East - 6 routes; Snowdon South - 4 routes; Moelwyns - 3 Routes; Eifionydd - 4 routes; Southern Snowdonia - 5 routes.

Snowdonia is a splendid and wild area of Wales noted for its rugged mountains, remote upland lakes and pools, from which tumble rocky streams and waterfalls, and its natural woods and plantations clothing the lower slopes and valleys. The best way to enjoy this beauty is by walking - many places in this area cannot be seen in any other way. Some of the walks in this guide are well known, but many are mapped and described in detail for the first time.

The guide describes 39 walks, mostly varying in length from 2 to 10 miles. All Snowdonia mountains over 2250 feet high are included, together with some lower ones. Each route has an outline sketch map and concise directions. Some of the walks can be shortened or extended. There are a variety of mountain ranges and areas to choose from, each with its own characteristics, including The Carneddau, The Glyderau, Moel Siabod, The Snowdon area, The Nantlle area, The Moelwyn area, The Arenig area, The Aran Ridge, Rhobell Fawr, The Rhinogydd, Cadair Idris.

Snowdon is one of the finest and most famous mountains in the British Isles and has no rivals south of the Scottish Highlands. This book describes every recognised route to the summit, from the six 'Classic Paths' to the many lesser known and less frequented routes. There is also a section on the minor summits within the range and a full colour relief map. If you plan to climb Snowdon this little guide will help you decide which route to take. The route descriptions include a photographic view with the route overlaid, but you will need OS Explorer map OL17 (and compass) to walk any of these routes safely.

Following an introduction to Snowdon the routes described are: Llanberis Path; Pyg Track; Miners' Track; Watkin Path; Rhyd Ddu Path; Snowdon Ranger Path; Gryn Las Ridge; Crib Goch; Y Lliwedd; South Ridge; Snowdon Horseshoe.

This guide describes 20 walks around Beddgelert highlighting the natural beauty and historical interest of the area. Each walk has easy to follow directions and a map with an estimate of the time needed to complete it, plus historical and legendary background. Surrounded by stunning mountain scenery, and located at the junction of three valleys, Beddgelert is one of the finest walking centres in Snowdonia. Whether you choose to explore the village or the surrounding valleys, rivers, lakes, woods, hills or mountains, this book has walks for everyone from short walks of a few miles for families to challenging mountain routes.

The walks are: Gelert's Grave; Cwm Cloch; Aberglaslyn Pass and Bryn Du; Craig y Llan; Llyn Llywelyn; Dinas Emrys; Cwm Bychan; Owain Glyndwr's cave; Pen y Gaer and Pont Aberglaslyn; Blaen Nanmore and Nantgwynant; Moel Hebog; Moel y Dyniewyd; Llyn Dinas; Craflwyn, Bethania and Llyn Dinas; Cwm Llan; Llyn Gwynant; arounf Y Gyrn; Llyn y Gadair; Snowdon by the Rhyd-ddu path; Snowdon by the Watkin path.

Snowdonia is a splendid and wild area of Wales noted for its rugged mountains, remote upland lakes and pools, from which tumble rocky stream and waterfalls, and its natural woods and plantations clothing the lower slopes and valleys. The best way to enjoy this beauty is by walking; many places in this area cannot be seen in any other way. Some of the walks are well known, but many are mapped and described in detail for the first time.

The book describes 35 circular walks, together with many variations. Their length may vary from 2 miles to 10 miles. There are walks to suit all kinds of walkers, from those who prefer clear paths in popular scenic areas to the adventurous ones who like to sample more remote regions. High peaks, other than Snowdon, are not included in this book.

The walk locations are: Aber; Great Orme; Conwy Mountain; Sychnant Pass; Tal-y-Fan; Llanbedr-y-cennin; Dolgarrog; Llyn Geirionydd from Trefriw; Llyn Crafnant and Llyn Geirionydd; Gwydir Forest lakes and mines; Swallow Falls and Llyn Parc; Llyn Elsi; Capel Garmon; Penmachno; Ty Mawr; Lledr Valley; Dolwyddelan and its castle; Roman Bridge to Llynnau Diwaunydd; Capel Curig; Llyn Crafnant; Llyn Idwal; Snowdon lakes; Llyn Gwynant; Nanmor to Llyn Dinas; Llyn Dinas to Aberglaslyn; Beddgelert and its Forest; north of Beddgelert Forest; Cwm Pennant; Croesor Ridges; Llanfrothen to Rhyd; north west of Ffestiniog; Coedydd Maentwrog; south of Ffestiniog; Cwm Cynfal.

This is a third guide by Don Hinson describing another 34 circular walks in the spectacular scenery of Snowdonia. The walks vary in length from 2 miles to 10 miles and some have additional variations. The author describes the walks as 'new' in that he has selected routes that, to his knowledge, do not appear in any other guidebook. There are walks for all kinds of walkers, from those who prefer clear paths and scenic areas, to the more adventurous who enjoy being away from it all.

The walk locations are: The Little Orme; The Conwy Mountains; south from Conwy; the Foel Ganol Ridge; south of Aber Falls; Nant Ffrancon; Llyn Geirionydd; Gwytherin; above Llyn Padarn; the Llyn Llydaw Ridge; Snowdon from the north east; Y Lliwedd and Gallt y Wenallt; Carnedd y Cribau; a Pennammen Horseshoe; Blaenau Ffestiniog; Cwm Croesor; Beddgelert to Moel y Dyniewyd; Moel Hebog; the Llyn Cwmystradllyn Horseshoe; Yr Addu and its Lakes; around Llyn Mair; Maentwrog to Rhaeadr; Llandecwyn Lakes; Hills of Talsarnau; circuit of Moel Goedog; Afon Tryweryn; Cwm Hirnant near Bala; south of Llangower; Rhobell-y-Big; Upper Afon Mawddach; north from Cwm Bychan; the Llawlech Ridge; Cader Idris and Craig-las.

Machynlleth is a historic Welsh market town surrounded by lovely countryside, making it an excellent base for walking. All the fifteen circular walks in this book are within a 7 mile radius of the town, and follow tracks and paths which explore intimate valleys, tumbling streams, shady woodlands and wild moorland with magnificent panoramic views.

Each walk chapter begin with a brief description of the walk to help you make a choice, plus details of how to get to the start. The route finding instructions are clearly described and are supported by detailed sketch maps. Information about points of interest is included, printed in italics to distinguish them from route instructions.

The walk locations are: Riverside walk on meadowland alongside the Afon Dyfi and the Afon Dulas; Bryn Glas and The Commons; Llyn Glanmerin; Felin Crewi; Bwlch y Groesen; Llyfnant Valley; Uwchygarreg; Pistyll y Llyn; Afon Hengwm; Pantyspydded; Mynydd Pant-coch; Cwm Cadian; Uner Tarren y Gesail; Riverside and woodland by the Afon Dulas; Foel Friog.

Barmouth and the Mawddach estuary, with its surrounding hills and mountains, is one of the most beautiful areas of Wales. Lying within the Snowdonia National Park, its stunning scenery has attracted many famous travellers and writers, with Wordsworth describing the estuary as 'sublime'. The 20 circular walks in this book comprehensively explore the area's wonderful combination of coast, estuary, hills and upland valleys by using the network of paths, ancient green upland roads, tramways and the former railway line, now the Mawddach Trail, running along the estuary.

Each walk has a detailed map and clear walking instructions which enables the route to be followed without difficulty. The routes range from a low-level 3 mile ramble to a 10 mile mountain circuit.

The walk locations are: Dinas Oleu and the Panorama Walk; Cerrig Arthur and Bwlch-y-Llan; Bwylch y Rhiwgyr; Mynydd Egryn; Pen y Dinas; Dyffryn burial chambers; Coed Cors-y-Gedol; Cwm Ysgethin; Llawlech; Cutia Chapel and Panorama Walk; Cwm Dwynant and Coed Farchynys; Above Bontddu; Cwm Gwynant and Llynnau Cregennan; Arthog Falls and Llynnau Cregennan; Beneath Craig Cwm-Llwyd; Barmouth Bridge; Mouth of the Mawddach; Above Friog; Cwm-Llwyd; Llangelynin and Llanegryn Churches.

The Dysynni Valley is perhaps one of the finest areas for walking in the southern part of the Snowdonia National Park. Tywyn stands at the seaward end of the valley and Cadair Idris stands at the head of the valley, a proud and dramatic mountain with a fine south-west ridge going across Tyrrau Mawr. The woodlands are second to none with many rare and beautiful plants. Sessile oak trees, with their contorted trunks and branches, add a feeling of eccentricity to many of the walks. There are also some of the most beautiful waterfalls, rivers and streams in Wales.

Whatever your level of fitness you will find in this guide walks to suit all abilities and tastes. Each walk has a map and description which enables it to be followed without further help. Four of the walks are quite demanding and it would be advisable to take a map and compass on these excursions.

The 20 walk locations are: Castell y Bere; Llafihangel-y-pennant; Llanllwyda; Abergynolwyn (3); Abergyohvyn; Llanfinagel-y-pennant (2); Dolgoch (2); Minffordd; Cwm Maethlon (2); Pont Dysynni; Rhyd-yr-onen (2); Tywyn; Llanegryn; Near Llechlwyd.

Llandrindod Wells, the county town of Powys, has a wealth of Victorian and Edwardian buildings, as well as formal and informal parks and gardens. A network of recently improved footpaths surround the town, connecting with local beauty spots at Cefnllys and Alpine Bridge, the woodlands to the north of the town, the remains of the Roman fort at Castell Collen and across the hill to the nearby village of Howey. A network of train, bus and Post Bus services centred on Llandrindod Wells makes linear walking a practical option in the area and six of the walks described make use of this facility, creating an additional sense of achievement in arriving at the destination.

Each walk chapter begin with a brief description of the walk to help you make a choice, plus details of how to get to the start. The route finding instructions are clearly described and are supported by detailed sketch maps. Information about points of interest is included, printed in italics to distinguish them from route instructions.

The 20 walk locations are: LLandrindod Wells' green spaces; Castell Collen, Llanfihangel Helygen and Llanyre; Llandrindod Wells and Alpine Bridge; Llandindod Wells woodland circular walk; Llandrindod Hill; Llandrindod Wells to Crossgates (linear); Penybont; Newbridge-on-Wye and the Wye Valley; Llandindod Wells to Abbeycwmhir (linear); Castle Bank; Llandindod Wells to Llandegley Rocks and Little Hill (linear); Llandrindod Wells to Builth Wells (linear); Builth Wells and Cilmery; Builth Wells and the rivers Wye and Irfon; Cors Y Llyn National Nature Reserve; Llandrindod Wells to Newbridge-on-Wye (linear); Newbridge-on-Wye; Newbridge-on-Wye and Cwm Clyd; Newbridge-on-Wye, Abergwesyn Common and Wye Valley; Llanwrthwl to Elan Valley (linear).

Welshpool is a busy market town which became prosperous due to its prominent trade in Welsh flannels and it retains an air of affluence today. Offa's Dyke Path, Glyndwr's Way and the Severn Valley Way all run through this area, and sections of each are visited on these walks. The fifteen routes described in this book range from 1.5 to 8 miles. Many of the walks have summit views and a good proportion include gentler routes along rivers or the Montgomery Canal, sometimes both. Woodland also features in a number of the walks, and there are often refreshment stops. Some of the routes can be linked to make longer walks.

Each walk chapter begin with a brief description of the walk to help you make a choice, plus details of how to get to the start. The route finding instructions are clearly described and are supported by detailed sketch maps. Information about points of interest is included, printed in italics to distinguish them from route instructions.

The walk locations are: Llanfair Caereinion; Pool Quay and the Severn Valley; Powis Castle and Estate; Moel y Golfa; Pool Quay and the Montgomery Canal; Buttington Cross, woods and quiet lanes; Gaer Fawr Hill; Middletown Hill and Breiddon Hill; Meifod and Gallt Yr Ancr; Meifod and Pontrobert; Welshpool and Harriet's Hill; Welshpool and Y Golfa; Berriew; Llyn Coed Y Dinas Nature Reserve; Beacon Hill.

Many of the waterfalls described in this book also lie in some of the most beautiful woodlands in Wales and provide a thrilling destination for an attractive walk. The falls are at their best shortly after periods of heavy rain, when these excursions really excel. Crashing streams, foaming waterfalls and cascades make for some exciting experiences and wonderful sights to remember. If days are curtailed due to rainfall there is no better way of spending an hour or two than exploring these spectacles.

Whist none of the walks described venture high into the mountains you are nevertheless in mountainous terrain. Some of the walks follow rough and slippery ground, especially when approaching the falls, so do take care. All the waterfalls described can be viewed from safe ground. Each walk chapter begin with a brief description of the walk, plus details of how to get to the start. The route finding instructions are clearly described and are supported by detailed sketch maps.

The 24 walk locations are: Maesglase; Dyfi Furnace Waterfall; Afon Dulas and Foel Friog; Pistyll y Llyn; Cwm Rheidol Waterfalls; Coed Maen Arthur; The Hafod Estate Waterfalls; Craig y Pistyll, Llyn Craigypistyll and Llyn Syfydrin; Dolgoch Falls; Rhyd-y-Benwch and the Cascades Trail; Severn-Break-its-Neck Waterfall; Blaen Hafren Falls; Pistyll Cain and Rhaeadr Mawddach; Rhaeadr Du; Brithdir Torrent Walk; Llyn Morwynion and Rhaeadr-y-Cwm; Rhaeadr Cynfal; Rhaeadr Ddu; Cwm Nantcol; Pistyll Gwyn; Arthog Falls and the Cregennan Lakes; Hirgwm Waterfalls; Llaethnant Waterfalls; Cadair Cataracts.

There are walks across pastureland, over open hills and moorland, by rivers and lakes and through woods and forests. They offer superb views and visit many places of historical interest. The routes vary in length from 2 to 8 miles. A key feature is that individual routes, as well as containing shorter walks options, can easily be linked to provide longer day walks if required. The guide includes sketch maps with numbered cross references to the detailed route instructions.

The starting locations are: Pont-y-Bala; Sarnau; Bethel; Llanderfel; Rhos-y-gwaliau; Llyn Tegid; Llangower; Pont y Pandy; Llanuwchllyn; Pont Dolhendre; Parc; Canolfan Tryweryn.

Situated amid rolling countryside in the beautiful Vyrnwy Valley, Meifod is a very ancient settlement and many of the surrounding hills are topped with earthworks of the Bronze Age and the Roman period. The surrounding hills and woodland have a plethora of footpaths and tracks that are open to the walking public. This book gives walks for various abilities using a combination of these paths with distances mainly between 4 and 7 miles. Although most of the walks use Meifod as a starting point the villages of Pont Llogel, Pontrobert and Bwlch-y-cibau in and adjacent to the Vyrnwy Valley are also included. There is even a short walk around Meifod village showing a brief history of the principal buildings.

A detailed description and a sketch map enable each walk to be followed without difficulty. By using a combination of these walks it is possible to walk from Pont Llogelin in the west of the valley, through the villages of Dolanog, Pontrobert, Meifod and continue tp Bwlch-y-cibau in the east.

The walk locations are: Pont LLogel to Dolanog; Pontrobert to Dolanog circular; Pontrobert to Dolobran; Ffridd Mathrafal; Meifod to Coed-cowrhyd, Dolobran and Healing Well; Foel, Spout and Clawdd Woods; Meifod to Maesmawr via Glyndwr's Way; Newbridge; by the River Vyrnwy; Allt y Main; Gallt yr Ancr - Anchorite's Hill; Rhos-y-Glascoed from Meifod; Allt Fawr and Garth Fach; Meifod village; Broniarth Hill; Cobham's Garden; Pen-y-Foel; Peniarth; Bwlch-y-Cibau to Coed-y-Capel; Bryngwyn from Bwlch-y-Cibau.

The re-opening of the Welsh Highland Railway was well received for a number of reasons, not least the potential economic benefits that would follow from increased tourism. Visitors would enjoy the sight of the trains and the sense of history associated with the railway, as well as seeing the magnificent Welsh countryside whilst experiencing a unique train journey.

The authors of this guide have spotted another reason to welcome the railway. It brings a potential for some great walks using the trains and stations to link the starts and finishes. This guide is sub-titled Part 1: Caernarfon to Rhyd-ddu. Comprehensive route descriptions and sketch maps are included.

The walks are: Caernarfon, Afon Seiont and Twthill; Foryd Bay to Dinas; Bontnewydd Halt to Waunfawr; Cefn Du (above Waunfawr); Waunfawr and Moel Smytho; Moel Eilio from Waunfawr to the Snowdon Ranger; Wyddfa (Snowdon) from the Snowdon Ranger; The Rhyd-ddu burial road to the Snowdon Ranger; Rhyd-ddu and Llyn y Gadair; Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) summit via the Rhyd-ddu path; Mynydd Mawr (Mynydd Eliffant); Garn Nantlle and the Cwm Du Spur.

The Berwyn Mountains are quiet and remote; but they are full of history and have been occupied by man for at least 4,000 years. The towns are small and few major roads penetrate the mountains, leading to a pleasant feeling of solitude when you walk here. The tope, some in excess of 800 metres, rise from a largely featureless heathery and peaty plateau. In contrast, the valleys are very attractive, steep sided and lush, often with tree-covered slopes and delightful waterfalls abound in them. In addition to the scenery, the area has a diverse range of interest in the shape of pre-historical remains, industrial archaeology and natural history. There are 12 walks, each with detailed instructions and a sketch map plus practical details and supporting information about points of interest.

The walk locations are: North West Moors and Cynwyd Forest from Llangar church; Moel Fferna from Glyndyfrdwy via the Nant y Pandy Tramway to the Deeside and Moel Fferna quarries; Drover's roads from near Pentre; Cadair Berwyn Horseshoe from Tyn-y-ffridd; Stone circle at Rhos y Beddau from Pistyll Rhaeadr; Craig Rhiwarth Hill Fort from Llangynog; Cwm Pennant and Saint Melangell's Church; Lake Vyrnwy; CwmHirnant- the far west Berwyn Mountains; Cadair Bronwen, Cadair Berwyn and Moel Sych from Llandrillo; Berwyn Nuttalls - north east group from Moel Fferna to Post Gwyn (linear); Berwyn Nuttalls - south west group from Foel Cwm-Sian to Foel Goch (linear).

The Berwyn Range and the Ceiriog Valley is a beautiful unspoilt and relatively unknown area of north east Wales, offering great walking opportunities, free from the crowds. The Berwyn Range is a large wild remote upland landscape of mountain, hill, and extensive heather moorland, much of it now Open Access land. The highest peak is Cadair Berwyn at 2,722 feet and nearby is Pistyll Rhaeadr, at 240 feet, the highest waterfall in England and Wales. From the region's heart flows the Ceiriog River which meanders eastwards from Llanarmon Dyffryn Ceiriog beneath part-wooded slopes and rolling hills through Glyn Ceiriog to the border town of Chirk. The area has a network of ancient tracks used by monks from Valle Crucis Abbey and later drovers.

The 32 walks in this book range from an easy 1.75 mile stroll around Chirk Castle estate to a challenging 13 mile Berwyn Mountain ridge walk. Many individual routes, as well as containing shorter walk options, can easily be linked with others, to provide longer day walks if required; each walk has a detailed map and route description as well as an overview of the walk features, distance, estimated time, and direction to the starting point.

The walk start locations are: Chirk (4); Pontfadog (2); Llangollen (1); Glyn Ceiriog (3); Glyndyfrdwy (2); Pontricket (2); Llanarmon (4); Cwm Maen Gwynedd (1); Pistyll Rhaeadr (2); Llangynog (3); Llandrillo (6); Cynwyd (1); Llidiart y Parc (1).

Llangollen is an historic North Wales border town set in the stunningly beautiful wooded Dee Valley surrounded by hills and mountains. This is superb walking country and the 20 linked circular walks in this guide explore this diverse landscape including the Horseshoe Pass and the Llantisilio Mountains. There are walks in little known wooded side valleys, along the River Dee and the Llangollen canal, over open hills and mountains, past old quarries on miner's paths and along impressive limestone escarpments. They visit Iron Age hill forts, medieval sites such as Valle Crucis Abbey and Castell Dinas Bran, as well as Thomas Telford's famous Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.

The routes vary in length from 2 to 8 miles. A key feature is that individual routes, as well as containing shorter walks options, can easily be linked to provide longer day walks if required. The guide includes sketch maps with numbered cross references to the detailed route instructions.

The starting locations are: Llangollen; Trevor Basin; Trevor Rocks; Llantisilio Green; World's End; Horseshoe Pass; Sun Inn, Rhewl; Glyndyfrdwy; Carrog; Corwen.

The Lleyn Peninsula is the northernmost and smallest of the three great peninsulas which dominate the west coast of England and Wales, namely Lleyn, Pembrokeshire and Cornwall. Like these larger cousins its coastline is both dramatic and beautiful with numerous fine sandy bays, isolated coves and magnificent cliff scenery. Inland, a range of shapely volcanic hills give superb views of the entire peninsula, along with the neighbouring peaks of Snowdonia.

This guide contains 16 circular walks which explore some of the finest sections of the coast, along with several of Lleyn's shapely hills. With distances ranging from 1.5 to 7 miles, all walker are catered for, from those looking for a casual half-day walk to add colour to a holiday, to the more ambitious who may perhaps complete two or more routes as an alternative to Snowdonia. Those not familiar with Lleyn will find the book useful as a guide to some of its most scenic and unspoilt locations. Sketch maps and informative background information accompany the detailed route descriptions. There are numerous black and white and some colour illustrations.

The walk locations are: Yr Eifl; Nant Gwrtheyrn; Garn Boduan and Mynydd Nefyn; Nefyn; Porth Dinllaen; Tudweiliog; Treath Penllech; Mynydd Anelog and Whistling Sands; Uwchmynydd; Rhiw and Porth Ysgo; Mynydd Rhiw; Porth Ceiriad; Carn Fadryn; Mynytho Common; Llanbedrog; Criccieth.

This book, being the first of two aimed at the growing number of walkers who enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Llyn Peninsula, also leads the reader towards the heritage treasury of the area. This guide deals with the south and west parts of the Peninsula. As in all other parts of Wales, this north-western corner is full of history, stories and legends and these are featured while rambling along peaceful pastoral walks and the coastal and mountain panoramas.

There are ten walks described and each is accompanied by a generous set of numbered historical notes which will ensure you also have a good read as well as a good walk. Basic sketch maps are given, but we recommend you take OS Explorer 253 along with you.

The walk locations are: Abersoch, Llangian; Abersoch, Porth Ceiriad; Cilan Head loop; Abersoch, Myntho; Llanbedrog, Wern Fawr; Llanbedrog Headland; Aberdaron, Uwchmynydd; Mynydd Mawr, Capel Mair; Rhiw, Porth Cadlan; Mynydd Rhiw circular.

This book, the second of two exploring the countryside of the Llyn Peninsula, deals with the northern and eastern areas. This is a book of walks, but as it deals with a wide range of historical and pre-historical times and subjects it begins with a brief introduction. Most of us, especially when on holiday, enjoy a good country walk and the Llyn Peninsula abounds with them. When out walking and admiring the scenery, many walkers would like to know a little of the history of any features, buildings or ancient monuments which they may come across. This book is an attempt to cater for these people; it is written by two historians who are also avid walkers. The area featured in this book is littered with features of historic interest and covers all periods from the Stone Age to the Modern.

The format is the same as Part 1; ten walks are described and each is accompanied by a generous set of numbered historical notes which will ensure you also have a good read as well as a good walk. Basic sketch maps are given, but we recommend you take OS Explorer 254 along with you.

The walk locations are: Nefyn, Gwylwyr; Garn Boduan circuit; Garn Boduan; Pistyll, Pilgrim's Path; Yr Eifl circular; Garn Fadryn; Nefyn, Porth Dinllaen; Edern, Madryn Castle; Edern, Garn Fadryn; Boduan Hall and parish.

This is a book that takes you along the coast of Llyn and we mean along the coast. Some guidebooks say they walk the coastline but the paths they take are sometimes miles from the shore. With this book you can't get any nearer unless you swim, take a boat or you're a duck.

But for the less adventurous, other, easier routes are given and also circular routes for those that do not want to follow the shore all the time. Highlighted in the book are things of interest which you will encounter on the walks - shipwrecks, smugglers, battles, Neolithic burial sites and ancient harbours.

There are eight linear walks which together form a continuous route around the Llyn Peninsula. Each of these sections has an alternative circular route described. The final ninth section is a walk overland across the neck of the Peninsula, taking you back to the starting point. The section starting points are Cricieth; Pwllheli; Abersoch; Porth Neigwl; Aberdaron; Porthor; Porth Ysgadan; Nefyn; Trefor. The guide includes a section of full colour photographs and a general introduction with practical information.

This guide contains 21 circular walks highlighting the landscape, beauty and history of Meirionnydd. There are easy to follow directions and maps for all walks plus practical information like how to get there, details of pubs, cafes and local attractions and information centres.

If you want to experience the very best of Meirionnydd, then this is the book for you. There are walks for everyone, with short walks for families and longer routes for hill walkers. Whether you choose to visit the waterfalls, woods, rivers, lakes and coastal hills of South Snowdonia, walk the routes of Romans, drovers and gold seekers, climb the highest mountains, observe the varied wildlife or see the prehistoric monuments and industrial heritage, points of interest that explain the uniqueness of each area are made on every route.

The walk locations are: Aberdyfi; Tywyn; Abergynolwyn; Llanfihangel-y-Pennant; Minffordd; Morfa Mawddach; Barmouth; Penmaenpool; Bont-ddu; Dyffryn Ardudwy; Llyn Tecwyn Isaf; Tanygrisiau; Llan Ffestiniog; Castell Tomen y Mur; Tyddyn Gwladys; Ganllwyd; Nannau; Afon Clywedog; Dolgellau; Cwm Cywarch; Dinas Mawddwy

To those prepared to venture on foot from Aberystwyth there is a plethora of beautiful walks. Sessile oak trees add a feeling of eccentricity to many of these with their contorted trunks and branches. This area has some of the most beautiful waterfalls, rivers and streams in Wales, all of which have had much written about them. Plynlimon too, is easily reached and makes a fine walk with the remote valleys to the north of it being the scene of many a battle in the days of Owen Glyndwr,

Whatever your level of fitness you will find in this guide walks to suit all abilities and tastes. Distances for the 24 walks are mainly between 3 and 7 miles and each walk is graded as easy, moderate or strenuous. The route directions and accompanying sketch maps are sufficiently detailed to follow the route without further help. A brief outline of each route together with an estimate of the time that should be allowed is given at the beginning of each walk.

The walk locations are: Borth to Aberystwyth; Crossing the Rheidol from Ysbyty Cynfyn; Ascent of Pumlumon Fawr; Source of the Rheidol from Maesnant; Devil's Bridge and the Afon Mynach; Aberystwyth and the Afon Ystwyth; Pendinas; Crossing the head of the Stag and Castell Bwa-Drain; Cwm Rheidol and lower falls; Nant Yr Arian Ridge; Upper Cwm Rheidol and upper falls; Middle Cwm Rheidol and upper falls; Cwm Rheidol, Afon Rheidol, lower and upper Rheidol falls; Trisant Lakes; Cefn Cwmbrwyno; Teifi Pools; Coed Maen Arthur; Woodland walk above Afon Ystwyth; Craig Y Pistyll, LLyn Craigypistyll and Llyn Syfydrin; Cwmsymlog and Llyn Rhosgoch; Hafod circular; the Arch panorama.

This guide describes fifteen enchanting walks in and around the beautiful Dyfi Valley in the heart of Wales. The book centres on Machynlleth, situated in the Dyfi Valley between the Plynlimons and Snowdonia and with easy acess to the coast. The walks encompass both the north and south sides of the lower Dyfi Valley, as far as the seaside resorts of Aberdyfi and Borth and inland to Dylife and Cemmaes.

The routes vary in length from 2 to 7 miles and the guide includes sketch maps with numbered cross references to the detailed route instructions.

The starting locations are: Aberdyfi; Happy Valley; Pennal; Borth; Tre'r-ddol; Eglwys Fach; Derwenlas; Commins Coch; Cwm Llinau; Darowen; Tafolwern; Aberhosan; Dylife.

This guide contains 18 circular walks highlighting the natural beauty and heritage of the Dyfi Valley. Easy to follow directions and maps for all the walks include details of how to get to the start. If you want to explore the Dyfi Valley then this is the book for you. There are walks for everyone, with short walks for families and longer routes for hillwalkers. You can choose to start walks from the picturesque seaside resorts of Aberdyfi and Borth, visit nature reserves, forests or prehistoric sites, enjoy panoramic views from the surrounding hills or climb the peaks of the Tarren and Aran mountains. Points of interest explaining the uniqueness of each area are made on every route.

The walk locations are: Ynys-las and Afon Leri; Borth and Pen-y-wern; Tre'r-ddol, Sarn Helen and Bedd Taliesin; Furnace, Ynys-hir and Domen Las; Aberdyfi and Erw-pistyll; Cwm Maethlon (Happy Valley) and Llyn Barfog (Bearded Lake); Pennal and Afon Dyfi; Pennal and Tarren Hendre; Derwen-las and Cwm Llynfant; Aberhosan and Wynford Vaughan Thomas Memorial; Machynlleth and Roman Steps; Pantperthog, Tarren y Gesail and Nant y Darren; Corris, Aberllefenni and Afon Dulas; Penegoes, Afon Dulas and Forge; Darowen, Nant Gwydol and Fron Goch; Llanbrynmair, Bont Dolgadfan and Tafolwern; Dinas Mawddwy, Cwm Cewydd and Mallwyd; Cwm Cywarch, Aran Fawddwy and Aran Benllyn.

This is a guide to a complete circumnavigation of the island of Anglesey, starting and finishing at Porthaethwy (Menai Bridge), a total distance of about 130 miles. As the author says, 'This is a book that takes you along the coast of Anglesey, and I mean along the coast. Some books say that they walk the coastline, but the paths they take are sometimes miles from the shore. With this book you can't get any nearer unless you swim, take a boat or you're a duck!' The route is divided into 14 sections within the book, although by walking more than one section per day the time required can be reduced to 7/10 days depending upon how leisurely you wish to make the journey. The author also realises that not everyone will want to walk the entire coastline at one time, so there is a circular walk based upon each of the 14 sections in the book. Each section comprises the linear coast walk, a circular walk incorporating the coastal section and details of places of interest along the way. Sketch maps are also provided.

The starting points for the sections are: Porthaethwy; Moel-y-Don; Newborough; Malltraeth; Rhosneigr; Pont-Rhydbont; Trearddur; Caergybi (Holyhead); Porth Swtan (Church Bay); Cemaes; Porth Amlwch; Traeth Dulas; Benllech; Penmon.

This guide contains 22 circular walks highlighting Anglesey's natural beauty and heritage. Easy to follow directions for all the walks are supplemented by practical information including how to get to the starting points, the location of cafes, pubs, local attractions and information centres. The selection of routes will enable you to experience the very best of Anglesey and the walks are suitable for everyone, including families.

Whether you choose to walk the cliffs and beaches of the island's unspoilt coastline, enjoy panoramic views from the summits of its low hills, observe the varied wildlife or see the prehistoric monuments, old churches and industrial heritage, points of interest explaining the uniqueness of each area are made on every route. Sketch maps are fairly basic and we would recommend also taking the appropriate OS Explorer map. Sheets 262 and 263 cover Anglesey.

The walk starting points are: Beaumaris; Llangoed; Penmon Priory; Llanddona; Benllech; Moelfre; Traeth Lligwy; Amlwch Port; Bull Bay; Cemaes Bay; Cemlyn Bay; Church Bay; Llynon Mill; Breakwater Country Park; Borthwen; Rhosneigr; Aberffraw; Malltraeth; Newborough; Brynsiencyn; Llangefni.

The Isle of Anglesey has some of the finest and most varied coastal scenery in the British Isles, from vast tidal estuaries and sandy bays to isolated coves and dramatic cliff scenery, and all within a coastline of just 125 miles. It also enjoys a rich historic heritage with visible remains of occupation reaching way back into prehistory. In fact Anglesey has one of the highest densities of prehistoric remains in the British Isles. In addition, there is easy access to a vast footpath network and around 100 miles of well maintained coastal footpath.

This guide contains 22 circular walks which sample just about everything the island's coastline has to offer and have been chosen with all walkers in mind, from those looking for a casual half day walk to add variety to a holiday, to the more ambitious rambler who may complete two or more routes, perhaps as a less strenuous alternative to Snowdonia. Those not familiar with the island, will find this book useful as a guide to some of its most scenic and unspoilt locations. Each of the 22 walks is described in detail with full directions, commentary on the surroundings and a sketch map.

The walk locations are: Beaumaris; Penmon; Llanddona; Red Wharf Bay; Benllech; Moelfre; Traeth Ora and Mynydd Bodafon; Llaneilian; Bull Bay; Cemaes Bay; Cemlyn Bay; Carmel Head; Church Bay and Ynys y Fydlyn; Llanfachraeth; Holyhead Mountain; Penrhyn Mawr; Cymyran; Rhoscolyn; Rhosneigr; Abberffraw; Ynys Llanddwyn; Newborough Warren and Abermenai.

Anglesey has some of the finest coastal scenery in the British Isles. Within a ring of around 125 miles there are vast tidal estuaries, sandy bays, isolated coves and towering sea cliffs, all backed by a panorama of Snowdonia's highest mountains. In recognition of this much of the coast has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. For the historian there are numerous remains from the island's long and colourful history, along with one of the highest densities of prehistoric remains in the British Isles. In addition there is easy access to a vast footpath network and a recently created coastal path.

Coastal Walks Around Anglesey - Volume 2 has been written as a companion to Volume 1 (see above) and outlines 15 new coastal walks. With terrain and distances to suite almost any taste and ability, these two books are a must for anyone wanting to explore the island's coast on foot.

The walk locations are: Beaumaris; Red Wharf Bay; Red Wharf; Moelfre; Porth Amlwch; Bull Bay; Cemaes Bay; Wylfa and Cemlyn Bay; Ynys y Fydlyn; Llanfachraeth; Holyhead Mountain; Penrhyn Mawr; Cymyran; Traeth Crigyll; Newborough Warren and Abermenai.

This is a guide to the coastal walks in Anglesey, the island lying across the Menai Straits in north-west Wales. The author guides you around the island in smallish stages and describes the distinctive character of its geology, geography and history. Discover the east coast with its long beaches and estuaries and the Penmon peninsula, the west with its varied coastline and Holyhead Island, and the north with its spectacular cliffs and coves comparable with those of west Cornwall. Interesting land features and fascinating stories of the people of this proud Welsh Isle are highlights of the guide.

Most of the walks are only a few miles long across undemanding terrain and make an easy day's outing. Several can be joined together for a longer day, or long distance walkers can link them all together for a grand tour of the island. There are clear directions, sketch maps and plenty of supporting background information.

There are 26 walking routes in total which together cover all of the Anglesey coastline, and these are divided into five geographical sections as follows: North Coast, west coast, Holy Island, south coast, east coast.

This book describes 15 walks in north eastern Wales in what was until recently the county of Clwyd, now split between Denbighshire, Flintshire, Wrexham and Conwy. Those who know this area have a great affection for it. For most holidaymakers though it is only the background to the famous seaside resorts of northern Wales, whilst hillwalkers generally just drive through on their way to the higher mountains of Snowdonia. This book should persuade you that there is a lot to be gained by spending some time here enjoying the beautiful landscape, and exploring the towns and villages with their rich historical background. If you are on holiday here you will find more than enough to keep you busy for a fortnight and still have time to spend on the beach. All the walks have clear instructions and sketch maps.

The walk locations are: Rhos; Rhyl; Prestatyn; St. Asaph; Holywell; Denbigh; Nannerch; Ruthin; Loggerheads; Hawarden; Llandegla; Bwlch-gwyn; Erddig Hall; Llangollen; Pontcysyllte.

The historic market town of Holywell lies among undulating countryside overlooking the Dee Estuary, and at the top of the wooded Greenfield Valley, now a Heritage Park. Near Holywell are attractive villages, including Whitford, where Thomas Pennant the renowned 18th century naturalist, traveller and writer lived. South of Holywell is Halkyn Mountain, part of Halkyn Common, an ancient urban common covering nearly 2000 acres of mainly grassland grazed by sheep.

The 20 circular walks in this book explore the area's delightful countryside, providing a great insight into its social and industrial history. They link villages and visit places of interest, including country inns, and offer good views. The distances range from 2 to 7 miles. A key feature is that individual routes, as well as containing shorter walks options, can easily be linked to provide longer day walks if required. The guide includes sketch maps with numbered cross references to the detailed route instructions.

The starting locations are: Holywell; Greenfield; Gorsedd; Whitford; Garth Mill; Brynford; Lixwm; Ysceifiog; Nannerch; Hendre; Rhosesmor; Upper Halkyn; Rhes-y-cae; Bagillt.

This little guide contains twenty walks exploring the beautiful coastline of North Wales and its rural hinterland. These walks let you enjoy stunning views, great birdlife, superb scenery, sand dunes, estuaries, the limestone cliffs of The Great and Little Orme, beaches and nature reserves. Castles, standing stones and other fascinating historic sites are visited on some of the walks.

The routes, which range from a 2 mile ramble through the dunes to a 7.5 mile walk along the shoreline and across the Carneddau foothills, follow public rights of way or permissive paths. Some utilise sections of the North Wales Path. A key feature is that many individual routes, as well as containing shorter walk options, can easily be linked to provide longer and more challenging day walks, if required. Clear route directions and sketch maps are provided.

The walk locations are: Point of Ayr; Gronant Dunes; Coed Bell and Voelnant; Rhuddlan and Clwyd Estuary; Cwm Dulas and Gopa Wood; Mynydd Marian; Bryn Euryn; The Little Orme and Coed Gaer; The Great Orme East; The Great Orme West; Deganwy Castle; Bodlondeb Wood and Conwy Mountain; Alltwen and Cwm Gyrach; Penmaenmawr; Llanfairfechan; Traeth Lafan Nature Reserves; Garreg Fawr from Aber; Coedydd Aber; Traeth Lafan.

Colwyn Bay offers a unique variety of local walks to anyone with a love of scenery and a curiosity about the past. This collection of twelve carefully researched walks enables you to discover the area and its history for yourself on foot.

There are strolls along the prom in search of lost Pierrots, rambles along riverbanks to old watermills, hikes over gentle hills to historic villages and much more. Even armchair walkers will find this a good read but with all the practical information provided, including refreshment stops and public transport details, even the determinedly lazy will be tempted to try a stroll. Each route also has clear directions and a sketch map for navigation.

The walk locations are: West End; Llysfaen; Glan Conwy; Colwyn Bay; Bryn-y-Maen; Rhos-on-Sea; Abergele Pensarn; Betws-yn-Rhos; Old Colwyn; Llanddulas; Llanelian; Congo House.

Llandudno is a fascinating town in a unique setting. This book will enable you to discover the history of the area yourself on foot. The collection of fifteen walks includes town trails, seaside strolls and rambles over gentle wooded hills. Each walk is designed to connect up places of historical interest which are introduced and explained as you stroll along. Never longer than four miles these are walks for everyone. All practical details are clearly set out, including public transport information and suitable refreshment stops.

The titles of the fifteen walks are as follows: A Genial and Delightful Resort; Over Gentle Hills to Gloddaeth; A Visit to the Holy City; From Dodgson to Deganwy; Ancient History on the Great Orme; The Countess and the Royal Mail; Rambling Around Rhos; A tale of two Villages; Exploring the Little Orme; Three Halls and a Monument; Llandudno Village to Llandudno Town; A Hillfort, a Mansion and a Church with a Curious Tower; Bodafon and its Hidden Hamlet; Armed Troops and a Popular Uprising in Mochdre; Llanrhos and the Vardre.

Here are 25 leisurely walks from 2 to 9 miles, that are suitable for all the family. A wide range is covered - from the foothills of southern Snowdonia to the spa towns of Powys and the spectacular Ceredigion Coast. Stroll beside the Montgomery Canal on a walk to Powis Castle or discover the charms of the historic small towns of Dolgellau, Machynlleth, Llanidloes, Tregaron, Lampeter and Rhayader. Enjoy a circuit of the scenic Caban Coch reservoir in the Elan Valley where lovers of wildlife can spot the rare red kite, peregrine falcon and many other species. Explore the countryside around Aberystwyth, climb to Bearded Lake from pretty Aberdyfi, or walk through wooded Cwm Rheidol from Devil's Bridge. There are so many wonderful walks to choose from in the varied countryside of Mid Wales.

The tea shops are in a variety of locations and many are in historic buildings ranging from Powis Castle and the Pump Room at Llandrindod Wells Spa to a former school. Clear directions, sketch maps, photographs and notes on local history are included.

The 25 walk locations are: Welshpool; Montgomery; Newtown; Llanidloes; Rhayader; Elan Valley; Llandrindod Wells; Builth Wells; Llanwrtyd Wells; Tregaron; Lampeter; Aberporth; Penbryn; Llangranog; New Quay; Aberaeron; Devil's Bridge; Aberystwyth; Borth to Aberystwyth; Machynlleth; Corris; Aberdyfi; Tywyn; Llwyngwril; Dolgellau.

This guide contains 26 walks from 10 Heritage Railways with easy to follow directions, maps and historical background. Take a break from your journey on one of Wales' heritage railways and enjoy a walk in the surrounding countryside. There are walks between stations as well as circular routes and most walks are suitable for everyone.

With this book you can walk down Snowdon, the Great Orme or into Cwm Rheidol, climb a Berwyn mountain, lower hills or Bwlch Cwmmorthin, enjoy rambles across moorland, through woodlands, besides rivers, view waterfalls and discover historical sites. A generous estimate of the approximate time needed to complete each walk is given plus other useful information.

The railways and walks are as follows: Vale of Rheidol Railway - Devil's Bridge, Rheidol Falls and Aber-ffrwd. Tal-y-llyn Railway - Tywyn, Afon Dysynni and Rhydyronnen; Dol-goch Falls; Nant Gwernol, Abergynolwyn and Llanllwyda; Nant Gwernol and Bryneglwys Quarry. Fairbourne and Barmouth Steam Railway - Fairbourne and Blue Lake; Barmouth, Dinas Olau and Fairbourne. Ffestiniog Railway - Minffordd, Portmeirion and Porthmadog; Tan-y-bwlch and Rhiw Goch; Tan-y-bwlch, Llyn Mair and Plas Halt; Y Dduallt, Coed-y-bleiddiau and Tan-y-bwlch; Y Dduallt and Tanygrisiau Reservoir; Tanygrisiau and Rhosydd; Blaenau Ffestiniog and Y Dduallt. Welsh Highland Railway - Waunfawr and Moel Smytho. Snowdon Mountain Railway - Snowdon summit, Bwlch Glas and Llanberis. Great Orme Tramway - Great Orme and Ffynnon; Great Orme, Monk's Path and Llandudno. Llangollen Railway - Llangollen Canal and Castell Dinas; Berwyn, Valle Crucis Abbey and Llangollen; Glyndyfrdwy and Nant y Pandy; Carrog, Nant-y-fadwen and Glyndyfrdwy; Carrog and Moel Fferna. Rheilffordd Llyn Tegid - Bala and Llangower; Llangower, Cae'r Hafoty and Glyn Gower. Welshpool and Llanfair Railway - Llanfair Caereinion.

Here is a new concept in walking guides, designed for parents with babies or very young children, offering unrestricted access to the spectacular Snowdonia National Park. The pushchair-friendly routes show that infants need not get in the way of your enjoyment of walking and, of course, keeping fit. There are scarcely any obstacles on any walk, and never any need to remove the child from the pushchair. Offering wide coverage, this is the only book to offer unrestricted access to the whole of the Snowdonia National Park with a pushchair. There are 30 tried and tested routes with accurate gradings and at-a-glance symbols to help you select suitable walks, which range from simple riverside rambles to full-on alpine-style stomps. Accurate practical information is provided including terrain, level of difficulty, refreshment and toilet/changing facilities, together with detailed maps and route directions. Also included is background information and sections on other attractions: museums, railways, slate caverns, leisure centres, gardens and castles (including a haunted one) to complete the perfect day out.

The walk locations are: The Miner's Track, Snowdon; Llyn Padarn, Llanberis; Dinorwig Quarries, Llanberis; Aber Falls, Abergwyngregyn; Llyn Anafon, Abergwyngregyn; Jubilee Path and Druid's Circle, Penmaenmawr; Sychnant Pass, Conwy; Llyn Crafnant, Trefriw; Eigiau to Melynllyn, Tal-y-Bont; Gwydyr Forest Mines, Llanrwst; Llyn Elsi, Betws-y-Coed; Swallow Falls, Betws-y-Coed; Capel Curig; Beddgelert; Llyn Mair, Maentwrog; Llyn Trefor, Maentwrog; Rhaeadr Cynfal, Llanffestiniog; Bala; Sarn Helen, Trawsfynydd; Harlech; Eden Falls, Dolgellau; Waterfalls and goldmines, Dolgellau; Barmouth; Llys Bradwen, Cadair Idris; Ffordd Ddu, Cadair Idris; Tan-y-Coed Falls, Corris; Nant Gwernol, Abergynolwyn; Dolgoch Falls, Abergynolwyn; Llyn Barfog, Aberdyfi.

Conwy Castle is a World Heritage Site and its town walls are the finest in Britain. The setting is as breathtaking as the architecture and the surrounding countryside as fascinating as the town. This collection of 12 walks guides you around Conwy and its turbulent history, leads you along the coast to explore Victorian bathing resorts and into the hills to reach monuments far older than the castle.

All the walks are accessible by public transport and none require mountaineering or advanced map reading skills. Whether you are a gentle stroller or an armchair historian you will find much to enjoy. At least half of the text in this 197 page guide is devoted to providing you with a fascinating account of the places visited and their associations with our history. All the walks are within the Conwy area so we give below the titles of the 12 walks, which give a flavour of the variety of interesting topics you will encounter.

Exploring Medieval Conwy; From the Druid's Circle to New York; Morfa, Marina and Mulberries; The Fairies of Capelulo; Coaching, Cocking and the Demon Drink; Gladstone's Penmaenmawr; Mining, Milling and Llangelynnin; Llanfairfechan - The Gem of North Wales; Ancient Tracks Across the Mountains; Beyond the Pale in the Parish of Gyffin; A Rapidly Rising Watering Place; An Iron Age Hill Fort and a Victorian Arsonist.

The Conwy Valley is renowned for the beauty and variety of its landscape, but much remains hidden. This book will reveal the Valley's history through twelve easy to follow walks. Ramblers will discover the haunts and hovels of wandering poets, sulphur-miners; radical suffragists, harpers, monks, murderers and more. The stories are fascinating and the scenery never less than stunning.

Anyone who is moderately fit will enjoy strolling alongside fast-flowing streams, across forest glades and atop rocky hillsides in search of forgotten watermills, long abandoned chapels and even an historic castle. Never longer than six miles, always accessible by public transport and with refreshment details included, these are walks to tempt the determinedly lazy.

The titles of the 12 walks, which give a flavour of the variety of interesting topics you will encounter, are as follows: Walking with the Wynns of Gwydir; Disaster at Dolgarrog; The Red Giant and White Monks of Maenan; Llanrwst: the Heart of Dyffryn Conwy; Artists and the Terrible Tomboys of Llanbedrycennin; A Genteel Resort of Discerning Sybarites'; Hiraeth for Eglwysbach; Caerhun: A Tale of Two Empires; The Righteous Path from Trefriw to Llanrhychwyn; Quiet Tales from the Doged's Well; A Victorian Murderer's Guide to Ro-wen; Bobl y Topiau' and the Lost Village of Ardda.

The Conwy Valley defends Snowdonia's northeast border and marks the point at which the soft contours of east Wales meet the more rugged terrain of the west. Here the walker can experience a varied landscape of hills, lakes and woodlands, along with wide panoramas of Snowdonia's highest summits. In addition, there are numerous remains from the valley's long and colourful history, such as Edwards I's medieval town and castle at Conwy, the stone coffin of Llywelyn Fawr at Llanrwst and the fine prehistoric burial chamber at Capel Garmon.

This guide contains 20 circular walks located in and around the Conwy Valley which attempt to sample as much of the valley's varied character as possible. Each chapter contains a comprehensive route description along with historical notes and other points of interest and is accompanied by a detailed sketch map.

The walk locations are: The Great Orme; The Little Orme; Conwy Mountain; Capelulo; Tal-y-Fan from Rowen; Pen-y-gaer from Rowen; Caerhun; Cwm Eigiau from Dolgarrog; Maenan; Trefriw and Llanrwst; Trefriw and Llyn Geirionydd; Llyn Crafnant and Llyn Geirionydd; Creigiau Gleision from Crafnant; Gwydir Forest from Llanrwst; Llyn Elsi from Betws-y-Coed; Llyn-y-Parc from Betws-y-Coed; Sarn Helen and Glyn Lledr; Capel Garmon and Fairy Glen; Mynydd Garthmyn; Machno Falls.

The Conwy Valley with its stunning scenery and varied landscape of hills, forest and lakes has the bonus of a railway line and bus network which enables ramblers to take walks between bus stops, railway stations and car parks. By making use of this public transport linear walks are possible and these offer a greater variety of scenery than circular routes, as well as giving the satisfaction of having completed a journey from A to B on foot.

The 20 walks in this guide range from 4 to 8 miles and the majority start, or finish, in the Conwy, Lledr or Machno Valleys. Route details include historical notes, easy to follow directions, sketch maps, information on transport, car parks and facilities plus an estimate of the time needed to complete each walk.

The walk locations are: Llandudno Junction to Llandudno; Tal-y-cafn, Caerhun, Pont Newydd and Dolgarrog Station; Tal-y-cafn, Llyn Syberi, Cadair Ifan Goch and Dolgarrog Station; Llanrwst, Trefriw, Llyn Glangors and Betws-y-coed; Betws-y-coed, Llyn y Parc and Llanwrwst; Pont-y-pant, Fedw-Deg, Graig Lwyd (Comwy Falls) and Betws-y-coed; Pont-y-pant, Llyn Elsi and Betws-y-coed; Dolwyddelan. Rhaeadr Ewynnol (Swallow Falls) and Betws-y-coed; Pont Rufeinig (Roman Bridge), Afon Lledr and Pont-y-pant; Penmachno, Ty Mawr, Pont Gethin and Betws-y-coed; Penmachno Mill, Benar, Fedw Deg, Ty Mawr and Dolwyddelan; Conwy Falls, Capel Garmon, Moel Trefriw and Llanrwst; Penygwryd, Bwlch y Rhediad and Roman Bridge; Capel Curig, Afon Abrach, Cyffty Mine and Betws-y-coed; Capel Curig, Llyn Geirionydd and Llanrwst; Gwytherin, Afon Derfyn, Coed-y-Garth and Llanrwst; Pentrefoelas, Ysbyty Ifan, Pont Blaen-Eidda and Penmachno; Conwy, St Celynnin's Church, Parc Mawr and Ro-wen; Dwygyfylchi, Conwy Mouintain and Conwy; Penmaenmawr, The Druid's Circle, The Jubilee Path, Capelulo and Dwygyfychi.

The Clwydian Range Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is both varied and beautiful and offers some of the finest walking in the Welsh borders. Within the AONB lies the entire Clwydian Range from Prestatyn to Llandegla, as well as the limestone country to the east of Afon Alyn. Open hills, heather moors and wooded river valleys can be enjoyed together with stunning limestone scenery and the relics of long abandoned mine workings.

Walking the Clwydian Range describes 21 circular walks spread throughout the area; many on the well known higher summits traversed bt the Offa's Dyke Path, others in the little known country to the east of the main ridge. Distances and terrain vary to suit a range of abilities and several of the routes can be shortened or combined for longer excursions.

The book begins with an excellent introduction to the Clwydian Range. Sketch maps and informative background information accompany the detailed route descriptions. The guide is illustrated with black and white and a section of colour photographs.

The walk locations are: Gwaenysgor and Gop Hill; Llanasa; Cwm and Moel Hiraddug; Tremeirchion; Moel-y-Parc from Bodfari; Caerwys and Ysceifiog Lake; Pennycloddiau and Moel Arthur; Bryn Golau from Nannerch; Moel Llys-y-Coed and Moel Dywyll; Moel Famau from Llangynhafal; Moel Famau from Cilcain; Alyn Gorge and Moel Famau; Loggerheads and Maeshafn; Moel Famau and Foel Fenlli; Foel Fenlli from Llanferres; Bryn Alyn and Moel Findeg; Moel Gyw from Llanarmon-yn-Ial; Llanarmon-yn-Ial and Eryrys; Graianrhyd; Southern Clwydians fromCraig-fechan; Llandegla and Llyn Cyfynwy.

Tea shop walks are ideal for lazy afternoons, and perfect for family outings. The 25 walks in this attractive book are all within easy reach of the most popular destinations, including Loggerheads, Llangollen, Prestatyn and Ruthin. The guide provides a huge variety of walks including easy strolls through meadows and woodlands, the challenge of Llantysilio Mountain, the spectacular screes on the way to World's End. Several sections of the Offa's Dyke Path are also included on these splendid walks. Clear directions and sketch maps are provided for each walk.

Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with wild flowers and unusual birds against a backdrop of superb scenery, these walks will be enjoyed by all. There is also the added interest of history all around: ancient hill forts, the legend of king Arthur, the real life Owain Glyndwr, medieval castles and stately homes. The tea shops include farmhouses, a former mill, a castle, a garden centre and a building that was once a workhouse. Most of them provide home cooking, especially home-made cakes.

The walk locations are: Prestatyn; Gronant; Rhuddlan; Dyserth; Whitford; Greenfield; Tremeirchion; St Asaph; Penycloddiau; Denbigh; Loggerheads; Ruthin; Llandegla; Brynneglwys and Llantysilio Mountain; Horseshoe Pass; World's End; Panorama Walk; Llangollen; Glyndyfrdwy to Carrog; Corwen; Trevor; Erddig; Erbistock; Chirk; Glyn Ceiriog.

This guide contains 14 circular walks highlighting the landscape, beauty and history of central Wales. There are easy to follow directions and maps for all walks plus practical information like how to get there, details of pubs, cafes and local attractions, information centres and Youth Hostels.

If you want to experience the very best of this part of Wales, then this is the book for you. The walks are graded and there is something for everybody; short walks for families and more demanding routes to satisfy even the most experienced hillwalker. Whether you choose to walk the high grounds, explore the beautiful valleys, study the varied wildlife or visit the remains of ancient castles and forts, the points of interest text will explain what makes each area unique and help you choose the right walk for you.

The walk locations are: Aberystwyth - Constitution Hill; Pendinas. Pumlumon - Pumlumon Fawr and Y Garn; Pumlumon Fach; Pumlumon Arlwystli; Glaslyn and Foel Fadian. Elan Valley - Maen serth; Esgair Perfedd and Crugyn Ci; Cnwch. Cwmdeuddwr and Llanwrtyd - Drygarn Fach; Bryn Garw; Llanwrtyd Wells and Garn Dwad. Radnor Forest - Black Mixen; Great Rhos.

These are forgotten lands at the back of beyond. Rural, unspoilt, sparsely populated and eternally peaceful they await discovery by the walker. Walking in mid Wales and the Marches is a rewarding experience, enhanced by this sense of isolation and the awareness of a rich history. Overshadowed by Snowdonia to the north and the Brecon Beacons to the south mid Wales is a green desert that has acted as a formidable barrier between North and South Wales.

Clear and easy to follow directions are accompanied by detailed 1:25,000 scale maps from Ordnance Survey and specially commissioned photographs. With 28 colour-coded routes to choose from, all tried and tested by seasoned walkers and varying from extended strolls to exhilarating hikes, there is a walk to suit all situations. The guide introduces you to the area and highlights the most scenic walks. Details are included for useful organisations, refreshment stops and places to leave your car. Although we always recommend taking the appropriate OS Explorer or Outdoor Leisure map on all walks, in the case of the Pathfinder Guides this mapping is included, with the route clearly outlined in yellow.

The walk locations are: Abbeycwmhir; Aberedw; Aberystwyth; Borth and Sarn Gynfelyn; Bucknell; Caersws; Cilmery; Claerwen valley; Clun; Croft Ambrey; Devil's Bridge; Drygarn Fawr; Kerry Ridgeway; Kington; Knighton; Leominster; Llanddewi-Brefi; Llandrindod Wells; Llanerfyl; Llanidloes; Llanwrtyd Wells; Moel Geufron; Pontrobert; Rhyd-y-benwch, Hafren Forest (source of the Severn); Moreton on Lugg (Sutton Walls); Tregaron; Twm Sion Catti's Cave; Aberhosan (Wynford Vaughan Thomas' viewpoint).