Clwydian Way

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Clwydian Way
Length122 mi (196 km)
Location Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire
UseHiking

The Clwydian Way (Welsh : Taith Clwyd) is a waymarked long-distance footpath in north-east Wales, mostly running through Denbighshire. [1]

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Distance

The waymarked circular walk runs for a total of 122 miles (196 km). It was established by the North Wales area of the Rambler's Association to mark the Millennium. [1]

The route

The route starts in Prestatyn on the North Wales coast and passes through Ruthin, Llangollen, Corwen, St. Asaph, Denbigh and Rhuddlan. [2]

Places on the route

The route passes through or near the following places and landmarks: [3]

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References

  1. 1 2 "Home Page". The Clwydian Way. Retrieved 7 June 2020.
  2. "Clwydian Way". Long Distance Walkers Association. Retrieved 7 June 2020.
  3. "Route Description". Clwydian Way. Retrieved 7 June 2020.