We drove to Ganllwyd in rain that stopped as we opened the car doors in the National Trust car park. The one short shower that caught us on our 7km walk was negated by way of a tea break under a large tree.
Our first encounter of the day was with the picturesque Black Falls, part of which are pictured above.
We then followed pleasant woodland paths. My new Adidas hat, a replacement for my lost Nike cap, was duly recorded on its first outing.
Much of the woodland we passed through is now conifer plantations, though some of the original oak trees, whose wood was used for housing and shipbuilding, still remain.
After a while we left the forest and the views opened out.
We passed friendly signs.
And not so friendly signs.
After a section of path that would have been nicer if it wasn't used by trial bikes, we came across the ruins of a gold mine, Cefn Coch. Apparently Welsh gold is used in royal wedding rings - albeit making up just 1% of the ring.
Turning back towards Ganllwyd, we enjoyed more fine views before descending into the woods and meeting our first people of the day.
Here's our route, starting from the car park on the far right. Nearly 7km, with 250 metres ascent, taking a couple of hours or so. A very pleasant outing.
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