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Coed y Parc to Saint Ann's Church (Bryn Eglwys)
From the high street we will cross the Afon Ogwen and venture over to Coed Cil-Geraint. We will slowly meander up through the woods and take the old lanes up to St Anns churchyard offering amazing views of the Carneddau and Penrhyn Quarry on a clear day. From this point we will pick our way back down through Coed Yr – Ochr. We will come out at the old railway, pick up the Slate trail from here and head home via Bryn Meurig. I hope to show you some parts of Bethesda you might not have known about!
What to expect - The Terrain & Activities
- No Paddle Sport Available
- No Swimming Available
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The woodlands and lanes will be muddy this time of year with uneven ground underfoot and we may encounter livestock, in which case dogs will need to be under control. We will be walking up to St Ann’s Church. The gradient is gentle but please be aware we will be walking uphill for half of our walk (~2.5km). The gradient is slightly steeper on the way down.
mixed weather
We’re expecting mixed weather on this walk – so make sure you bring waterproofs AND an extra warm layer!
Walk Leader - Brogan F.
Brogan is a fully qualified Lowland Leader & she’s also qualified in First Aid for Mental Health & Outdoor First Aid – so you know she’ll keep you safe and make your Wellness Walk a safe and supportive space.
Brogan is based in beautiful North Wales. She tells us her favourite local walk is visiting Dinowig and Fachwen – an area that offers everything from woodland to the quarries, waterfalls, historic buildings and so much more.
Brogans favourite walk anywhere connects her to her journey into volunteering – a walk that connects nature reserves and greenspaces around Ipswich where she grew up – wandering around with nature books feeling connection to the world around her.
Brogan’s fun fact: On the Llanberis Path, below Clogwyn Station there’s an area called “Cwm Hetiau “, which translates to “Valley of the Hats. Apparently, Victorian visitors travelling on the Snowdon Mountain Railway would often loose their hats to the wind. Local children would then collect them and sell them back to visitors down in the town!
Any Questions?
If you have question, please check our General FAQ for quick answers. If your question is specific to this walk, you can reach out to the walk leader using the contact button below. Please be mindful that our walk leaders are volunteers who generously give their time! So we kindly ask that you keep your inquiries relevant and respectful.
Kit List
- Snacks & a drink
- Camera (its all about the pics!)
- Walking poles really recommended!
- Sturdy footwear
- DOGS ALLOWED - be aware
- Dogs MUST be well behaved- this means good recall & good around people, other dogs & livestock.
- Doggie essentials! (e.g. lead, harness)
- Waterproofs
- Spare warm layer
- Hat & Gloves
- We recommend layers!
- Money for the pub or cafe
MEETING PLACE - Cae Star Carpark Bethesda
This is a pay and display car park. Cash may be required or a smartphone to pay for parking. Limited free parking is available on nearby Bethesda high street.
Donations
All of our walks are provided free of charge thanks to our funders, generous donations and our passionate volunteers. If you’re interested in supporting wellness walks by volunteering or donating please follow the links below. We look forward to walking with you!
Facilities
- Cafe or Pub Available
- Toilets Available
- Public Transport Available
- No Transport Provided
- Dogs Allowed
There are numerous cafes in Bethesda and a public toilet by our meeting point. Buses stop on the high street. Dogs welcome but must be kept under control if and when we encounter livestock.
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Informed Consent - we want you to know what risk is involved
While we take every precaution to ensure your safety on our walks (physically, psychologically and emotionally), all outdoor activities involve an inherent and unavoidable risk of an accident occurring that could lead to personal injury. All of our Walk Leaders are qualified in First Aid and carry emergency equipment to deal with emergencies. Walk Leaders are also trained to dynamically alter the route or plan for the day based on numerous potential factors - any decision to do so is fully authorised and expected by Wellness Walks. All participants should take an active role in minimising risks - so if you have a concern please speak up, if you feel unwell or unable to continue tell the leader.
Lowland Walks
These walks will follow paths, trails and lanes that are clearly visible on both the ground and the map (with the exception of very minor alterations). The risk on these walks is low - but traffic, waterways and other hazards may still be encountered.
Participants are required to read the walk description and kit list and may not be allowed to take part on the walk if they do not have suitable clothing or footwear.