A fun, varied 45 minute walk around a golf course starting through the gate marked private. There are lots of pebble beaches along the river to stop at and even boulders to climb on. The walk passes a church open for visitors and a suspension bridge over the river - do you dare jump on it and feel the wobble?! The walk finishes at the railway musuem.
- Cost
- FREE (cost for Railway Musuem)
- Facilities
- Walk, River, Suspension Bridge, Church, Railway Musuem, Visitors Centre
- Accessibility
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The walk is uneven and there are some steps, not accessible for wheelchair users and buggies.
- Address
- Stablau Royal Oak, Betws-y-Coed, LL24 0AH, Conwy , Cymru
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Nature provides the best playgrounds in the world and it is proven that connecting to nature increases people’s sense of well being.
As with all the spaces in this guide the countryside is a place that needs to be cared for so please follow the Country Side Code.
- Respect Protect Enjoy
- Respect other people
- Keep dogs under effective control
- Leave gates and property as you find them and follow paths unless wider access is available
- Protect the natural environment
- Leave no trace of your visit and take your litter home
- Consider the local community and other people enjoying the outdoors
- Enjoy the outdoors and stay safe
- Plan ahead and be prepared
- Follow advice and local signs
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