Walks in Mid Wales
Located in the heart of Wales and surrounded by heavenly scenery, some of the best walks in mid Wales can be reached from our hotel.
Glyndŵr’s Way passes by The Royston, so you can walk a stretch of this historic national trail from our doorstep. Venture a little further afield to discover mountains, Snowdonia National Park, rugged beaches and wildlife-rich nature reserves.
Pull on your walking boots and step out onto the best walks in mid Wales. We’ll be waiting to welcome you back.
Walks
TORRENT WALK – DOLGELLAUTorrent Walk is a circular path that follows the river Clywedog through its striking gorge, surrounded by highly attractive woodlands. It passes a series of waterfalls along a turbulent stretch of river as it travels to join the River Wnion in the valley below.
WATERFALL WALK - DOLGOCH
The Tal-y-Lyn Valley in Snowdonia National Park takes in a wooded gorge along the Nant Dol-goch stream, a tributary of the River Fathew. A series of three waterfalls tumble down the steep sides of the gorge into pools below, and this circular walk links all three waterfalls. The walk is short, about 1 mile, and well signposted.
PRECIPICE WALK – DOLGELLAU
Precipice Walk is one of the most popular walks in southern Snowdonia, situated about three miles north of Dolgellau. The walk ranges from 700-850 feet above sea level and offers panoramic views of the Mawddach River below and on towards the northern mountains.
GLYNDWR'S WAY
Glyndŵr’s Way is a 135-mile (217 km) long National Trail meandering through the open moorland, rolling farmland, woodland and forests of mid Wales. You don’t have to walk the Trail in one go to enjoy the best it has to offer; you can enjoy it as a series of day walks. The Cemmaes Road to Llanbrynmair section (6.8 miles/10.8 Km) all but passes The Royston’s back door.
TYWYN IN SNOWDONIA
Tywyn and the surrounding area provide some of the best and most scenic walking routes within the Snowdonia National Park, including the Wales Coast Path. If you are an experienced walker or just enjoy a stroll, combined with a trip on the railway, it’s a wonderful day out.
DOLGELLAU IN SNOWDONIA
Many of the prettiest walks in mid Wales are only a few minutes' drive away from Dolgellau town centre. Walks include The Nannau deer park walk, which takes you through the old Nannau Deer Park, past its north and south entrance lodges to the disused carriage driveway to Nannau, and The New Precipice Walk, with stunning views of the Mawddach Estuary 800 feet below. These are just a couple of the many walks in the area.
HAFREN FORREST
Hafren Forest was planted by the Forestry Commission in the 1930s and named after Afon Hafren (the Welsh name for the River Severn). The River Severn begins quietly in a squelchy peat bog on the slopes of Plynlimon, Mid Wales’ highest mountain. It rapidly becomes a torrent with falls and cascades plunging headlong through the forest. There are 3 short walks through the woodland to the Severn Break its Neck waterfall, the Blaenhafren Falls and Cascade Falls. Hafren Forest is also the start (or end) point for two long-distance walks – The Wye Valley Walk and The Severn Way.
Local Areas of Natural Beauty
SNOWDONIA NATIONAL PARKWith wild landscapes and villages steeped in history, Snowdonia National Park is a breathtaking destination for activity holidays and days out with family and friends. It’s best known for hiking, but there’s plenty more to enjoy, from waterfalls, lakes and world-class mountain biking to a vintage steam railway that climbs the highest peak in Wales.
ELAN VALLEY
Including 72 square miles of reservoirs, dams and historic landscapes within the Cambrian Mountains, the Elan Valley is a haven for wildlife and nature. Stroll, picnic or hike, cycle or mountain bike, birdwatch, fish or safari! We thoroughly recommend a visit to the Elan Valley
LLYN CLYWEDOG RESERVOIR
Llyn Clywedog is a manmade reservoir formed by the construction of the Clywedog Dam between 1963-1967. There is a circular 15-mile drive around the lake and miles of footpaths along its banks. The lake is also home to a popular trout fishery, operated by the Llanidloes and District Angling Association
GLASLYN NATURE RESERVE
Glaslyn is Montgomeryshire Wildlife Trust’s biggest nature reserve, an integral part of the Cambrian Mountains. The large expanse of heather moorland, with its associated boggy areas, surrounds an exposed upland lake. Spectacular views can be enjoyed from the viewpoint
COED Y BRENIN NATURE RESERVE
Coed y Brenin Forest Park covers an area of 9000 acres and is the home to an amazing array of plants, birds and animals. Along with the breathtaking scenery, you can view the wildlife at various speeds using the designated running tracks, mountain bike trails or strolling along the nine wildlife trails.
LLANDINAM GRAVELS NATURE RESERVE
There’s no point in working against a force as strong as the River Severn, so the Maldwyn Montgomeryshire Wildlife Trust is working with the river to create a harmonious balance of habitat erosion and creation. Meadows and areas of river shingle and margin plants allow invertebrates, birds, otters, dragonflies and damselflies to thrive.
LAKE VYRNWY
Just on the edge of Snowdonia National Park, Lake Vyrnwy is set amidst the remote and beautiful Berwyn Mountains. Experience the visionary Sculpture Park or walk some of the trails through the 24,000-acre RSPB Reserve. Other activities include boating, adventure activities, cycle hire, rough shooting, fly fishing and clay pigeon shooting. There are local craft shops to visit and places to eat.