2008 Anglesey Walking Festival - May 24th - June 8th

Welcome to the Isle of Anglesey Walking Festival

From the 24th May to 8th June you can walk and hear about the history of several coastal and rural villages including tales of shipwrecks, cannibalism, smugglers and ghosts. Marvel at the island's industrial heritage on the Parys Copper Mountain and Amlwch Port walk. Whilst further inland, see the old coal mines at Pentre Berw, and the Victorian Walled Garden at Brynddu on the Llanfechell Heritage Walk.

New for 2008 are  four walks suitable for wheelchair users and an exciting programme of walks for shools including the Belgium Promonade and rock pool exploration at Menai Bridge and hillforts and standing stones on Holy Island.

There's also the opportunity to hop on a bus and enjoy a day tour exploring and tasting local produces on the Anglesey Produce Day.

As always, most walks are on the Coastal Footpath and feature stunning scenery, flora and fauna with varied geological rock faces - home to a large variety of nesting bird colonies, especially on Holy Island which is ideal for birdwatchers.

All the walks are guided by professional, knowledgeable guides who will help you get the most from your experience. There will be the opportunity to spnd more evenings in the company of local historians, and a chance to dine on local Welsh produce. Refreshments will be available in most places and some will also include visits to local businesses

In order to sustain the festival, and develop it for the future, we are charging a fee per walk and also giving participants an option to enjoy some walks through the medium of Welsh. We hope this does not affect your participation or enjoyment.

The 8th Isle of Anglesey Walking Festival will launch on Saturday May 24th with an open day at Plas Newydd, Llanfairpwll. Join us to browse among the many exhibition stands and gardens or take part in the attempt to attract 3000 people to walk the coastal footpath for 9 differant local charities. (More details shortly)

Please note that in addition to the charity walks on the coastal footpath on the 24th, anyone who wishes to participate in any ot the other walks in the programme are also entitled to raise monies for one of the charities listed. Please contact us to register.

AMMENDMENTS TO PROGRAMME

May 24th - Open Day and Launch at Plas Newydd - Some ammendments made to schedule from that shown in original programme, please check the 'Walks' section for full details.

Walking for schools - June 2nd should read 'Heritage of Menai Bridge Walk' - including the history of the two bridges