Tag Archives: travel

239b Silver Bay to Trearddur Bay

Posted on May 24, 2016 by Ruth Livingstone

A giant child with a massive paint brush has been set free to paint the cliffs. The rocks are crumpled and creased, looking as if made of nothing more solid than flimsy cardboard. Continue reading →

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239a Valley to Silver Bay

Posted on May 23, 2016 by Ruth Livingstone

I cross over onto Holy Island and take a wrong turn, before arriving at a shimmering silver beach. Continue reading →

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238 Rhosneigr to Valley

Posted on May 21, 2016 by Ruth Livingstone

DANGER DO NOT LOITER. The sign appears to be a personal insult referring to my walking speed, but is actually a warning aimed at enthusiastic plane spotters. Continue reading →

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237 Aberffraw to Rhosneigr

Posted on May 19, 2016 by Ruth Livingstone

The coastline reminds me of Cornwall, but with everything on a miniature scale: lower cliffs and smaller bays. Continue reading →

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236 Newborough to Aberffraw

Posted on May 18, 2016 by Ruth Livingstone

Today’s walking consisted of three different routes, two sets of sand dunes, and an unexpected sighting of a red squirrel. Continue reading →

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235 Newborough Forest

Posted on May 17, 2016 by Ruth Livingstone

I walk with friends along wonderful beaches, discover a magical island dedicated to lovers, and – later – I tumble into a slimy ditch. Continue reading →

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234 Llanfair PG to Dwyran

Posted on May 16, 2016 by Ruth Livingstone

Despite more road walking, and obstructed footpaths, I discover a delightful ancient barrow and a set of magnificent, giant stepping-stones. Continue reading →

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233 Y Felinheli, Bangor to Llanfair PG

Posted on May 15, 2016 by Ruth Livingstone

An interesting walk, past a gothic mausoleum, a pretty cascade, two bridges, and a couple of lions. Continue reading →

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232 Caernarfon to Y Felinheli

Posted on May 14, 2016 by Ruth Livingstone

Perhaps its the dullness of the day, or the tediousness of the route, or the long drive to get here, but every step is an effort. Continue reading →

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231 Llandwrog to Caernarfon

Posted on May 2, 2016 by Ruth Livingstone

I have trouble with the buses, negotiate a finger of dunes, do a little trespassing, and fill my boots with water. Altogether, a very enjoyable walk. Continue reading →

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