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We have several regular free guided walks on Halkyn Mountain that we hope are of interest and organised by Walkabout Flintshire.
* 7pm every Wednesday through the summer (3 to 4 miles of leisurely walking) * 2pm every Thursday (3 to 4 miles of leisurely walking) * 10:30am every Saturday (3 to 4 miles of leisurely walking) * 10:30am every 3rd Saturday in the month (6-7 miles brisk walking)
Taking in stunning 360 degree panoramic views of over 60 miles on a clear day the walks which vary in route from week to week finish off at the Blue Bell Inn for a chat and refreshments.
Good stout shoes or boots are recommended for our off-road walks along with appropriate clothing for the weather.
We can also organise and /or host guided/unguided walks for your group and we'll open up for you out of hours. Use the contact information for more details.
Date: Saturday, January 06, 2007 At 10:15:00 AM
Duration: 1 Hour 45 Minutes
Repeat Event: Repeat every Saturday
Contact Info:
Contact Steve - use the "Contact Us" link on the menu to the left or click the link below
Email:
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Every week we do two 1.5 hour walks (a fast 4-5 mile and a slow 3-4 miles) with the exception of the third Saturday in the month when we have the option to do an additonal longer 3 hour 6-7 mile walk with Bob Mossop or the normal walk.
You will be able to take in the stunning 360 degree panoramic views of over 60 miles on a clear day. The walks vary in route from week to week finishing off at the Blue Bell Inn for a chat and refreshments.
These walks are easy going and if you can't talk and walk you are walking too fast!
Good stout shoes or boots are recommended for our off-road walks along with appropriate clothing for the weather.
Walkabout Flintshire run by Groundwork Wrexham & Flintshire and part of the Flintshire Cardiac Health Project at Flintshire County Council. Walkabout Flintshire is sponsored by the Countryside Council for Wales and the Big Lottery Fund.
Open from 5pm Monday to Friday and 12pm Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holidays. Food: Saturday 12pm to 2:30pm and Sunday 12pm to 2pm (menu here).
Advance bookings taken for food / drink outside of these hours.
Coaches welcome by appointment. - We take most major credit and debit cards.