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If you haven't already done a walk in the dark before why not give it a go, you might be pleasantly surprised. This is a nice and easy and almost flat walk, except for just two slight 20 metre inclines and a few steps. There are no stiles.
We will be walking around 20 metres on a road with no path. Walking boots or similar sturdy footwear is recommended because there might be muddy and uneven surfaces especially after any rainfall.
You will need to bring along a good torch or head torch light because we will be losing the light towards the end of the walk.

Note: All dogs will have to be on a short lead at all times. This is for the safety and comfort of everyone.

EXPLORING THE GOWER PENINSULA

On this weekend in South Wales we stay in Swansea and use this as a base to explore the beautiful Gower Peninsula, a rich and varied environment known for its dramatic coastline with limestone cliffs and sandy beaches as well as wild open moors. It was designated the UK's first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in 1956 and our two circular walks take in sections of the beautiful Wales Coast Path.
We stay at the Mercure Hotel in Swansea where all rooms are stylish and ensuite and have tea and coffee making facilities. We eat in the hotel restaurant on the Friday and Saturday evenings.

**Friday 30th October to Sunday 1st November
£215 per person includes:

• Ensuite double or twin share room on a half board basis.
• If you are booking on your own, the sole occupancy charge is £60 for the weekend or I can pair you with someone of the same sex to share. If there is no one to share with then the single supplement would need to be paid.
• A guided walk each day with a qualified and professional leader
• Breakfast and evening meal each day (included) taken in the hotel restaurant.
• A £50 deposit is needed to secure a place. This can be paid by card or BACs -details of how to pay are in the link below:
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  https://ads-ventures.co.uk/how-to-book/

**Friday October 30th **
Arrive at the Mercure Hotel in Swansea and check into your room. Meet at 7:30pm for dinner in the hotel restaurant.
Meal included: dinner

Saturday 31st Oct: Oxwich Nature Reserve
On this walk we follow a beautiful section of the Wales Coastal Path before climbing to the viewpoint at Arthur's Stone to view our days route.
We drive to and park at Penmaen and begin our walk by descending to Three Cliffs Bay and following the coast path across Oxwich Bay. At Oxwich we turn inland and climb steadily to the viewpoint at Holy Well. The 360° views from here allow us to see our morning’s route, the coastline below and even across to the North Devon coast if clear. From here we descend on the Gower Way back to our cars at Penmaen.
15 km (9.5 miles) ascent/descent 330 m
Meals included: breakfast and dinner

Sunday 1st Nov: The Mumbles
The Mumbles need no introduction, quite definitely one of the highlights of the Gower Peninsula, and today we follow a lovely stretch of coastal path around the Mumbles Headland. Parking near Oystermouth Castle at the north end of the Promenade, we walk through the castle grounds and then up onto Clyne Common before dropping down through Bishops Wood to Caswell Bay. Here we pick up the coast path and follow it across Newton Cliffs and Mumbles Head before following the promenade to return to our cars.
13.5 km (8.5 miles) ascent/descent 160 mMeals included: breakfast

ANGLESEY WALKING WEEKEND
Steeped in history, wildlife and natural beauty the diverse surroundings of Anglesey offer great quality walking in breathtaking scenery. Together, we will explore the rugged sea-cliffs and remote landscapes in the north to glorious beaches and sand dunes in the South.
Our home for this weekend is the Celtic Royal Hotel in Caernarfon. All rooms are en-suite and have tea and coffee making facilities. The hotel also has a leisure suite with indoor heated pool, sauna and steam room to provide the perfect retreat after a day’s walking. Leisure facilities are free for guests to use.

Friday 26th March to Sunday 28th March 2027
£260 per person includes:
· Ensuite double or twin share room on a half board basis. If you are booking on your own, then the sole occupancy of a double room charge is £70 or I can pair you with someone of the same sex to share. If no one is available then the supplement will need to be paid.
· A guided walk each day with a qualified and professional leader
· Breakfast and evening meal each day (included) taken in the hotel restaurant.
A £50 deposit is needed to secure a place. Follow the link below to pay your deposit:

https://ads-ventures.co.uk/how-to-book/

Balance due on Feb 15th

Itinerary
Friday 26th March:
Arrive at Celtic Royal Hotel. Meet for dinner at 7:30 pm in the hotel dining room.

Saturday 27th March: Newborough Sands and Llanddwyn Island
Today we take advantage of the early low tide to explore some of the finest coastal walking in Britain; the sandy beaches and dunes of Newborough sands and the tidal island of Llanddwyn dedicated to the Welsh St. Valentine, all set against backdrop views of the peaks of Snowdonia and the Llyn peninsula.
Driving from the hotel we will park in Newborough and from there head out across the sands to the most southern point of Anglesey, Abermenai point for fabulous views across the Menai straits to the peaks of Snowdonia and the Llyn peninsula. We follow the coast round to Llanddwyn island which there will be plenty of time to explore over lunch. From here we pick up a route through Newborough forest back to our parked cars.
11 miles ascent/descent 100 m

Sunday March 28th: Holyhead Mountain and the South Stack lighthouse.
A shorter walk today around one of the great coastal sites of Anglesey, the South Stack lighthouse and Holyhead Mountain (not really a mountain!). Parking just outside Holyhead, we pick up the Anglesey coastal path to head up and over Holyhead Mountain. From here we continue along the coast for spectacular views over the South Stack lighthouse before returning via an inland route to our parked cars.
8 miles ascent/descent 200 m