There’s nothing quite like getting away from it all and setting out into the wilderness on a mountain hike. It’s just you, nature and the sound of your own footsteps, and the feeling you get when you reach the summit of the mountain is unparalleled. Mountain hiking can sometimes feel like a Lord of the …
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Jul 11
Why do people go hiking
Why do people go hiking For those who don’t enjoy walking, or going out in the elements, hiking can seem like a bizarre pastime. They wonder what can possibly be enjoyable about climbing up a rock, or walking in the rain along a country pathway. The main reason hikers hike is obvious. We enjoy it. …
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Feb 17
Oxwich Bay Beach Walk
Just got back from a great walk in the Gower and had to do a quick write up. Oxwich Bay is on the south coast of the Gower and is home to one of Britains best beaches. We stayed at the Oxwich Bay Hotel which is one of the best bases at this time of year …
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Feb 16
Cwm Tydu to New Quay west Wales
Map: Explorer 198 or pathfinder 988 New Quay and Aberporth Distance 4 miles or 8 miles circular Approximate Time 2.5 [5] hours Description From the smugglers cove of Cwm Tydu to the cafés, pubs and lively harbour of New Quay. [and back inland to complete the circular walk] Start Cwm Tydu car park overlooking the sea. Accommodation …
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Feb 14
Cardiff Bay 10km Circuit
The Cardiff Bay Circuit is the best way to see some of the best parts of Cardiff. Its a really easy walk, all you need is a good outdoor coat as the weather can change quickly on the barrage. If you are starting in Cardiff Bay then you need to head towards the Norwegian Church which in 1868 was donated …
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Feb 14
La Gomera
Wondering if La Gomera is one of the best places in the world for varied hikes. One of my favourites is the walk from Arure to Valle Gran Rae. You pass by an ancient threshing floor and a derelict farm building. Despite the height, the land is fairly level, before the very steep decent to …
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