DYSERTH AND DISTRICT FIELD CLUB SUMMER PROGRAMME 2018

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1 DYSERTH AND DISTRICT FIELD CLUB Founded 1911 Registered Charity Number SUMMER PROGRAMME 2018 President Margaret Redford 42 Seabank Drive, Prestatyn. LL19 7PP Tel: General Secretary Linda Wilkinson 8 Brynmor Avenue, Rhyl. LL18 2LX Tel: Treasurer & Excursions Secretary Val O Rourke 8 Maple Avenue, Rhyl. LL18 4JT Tel: Membership Secretary Betty Smith 95 Ffordd Derwen, Rhyl. LL18 2NA Tel: Our aim is to encourage the appreciation and understanding of all aspects of the countryside

2 SUMMER PROGRAMME May 5th Beddmanarch Bay & Penrhos W Coastal Path 2. May 19th Dyserth Nature Trail W 3. June 2nd Biddulph Grange Garden E 4. June 16th Halkyn Mountain W 5. June 30th Llangynhafal circular W 6. July 21st Norton Priory Museum & Gardens E 7. July 28th Llyn Parc Mawr & Cors Ddyga W August No walks/events to be held 8. Sept 8th Nercwys Forest & Bryn Alyn W 9. Sept 22nd Stokesay Castle & Shropshire Discovery Centre E 10. Oct 6th Henllan area W Please note that are no events in August. EXCURSION COSTS The cost of hiring the coach for our excursions has increased considerably this year. It is therefore imperative that members take note of the book by date. If we do not achieve the minimum numbers by that date we will have to cancel the excursion, as the Club does not have the funds to subsidise the costs of the coach hire.

3 EXCURSIONS Coach pick-up points and times for 2018 are listed below Rhuddlan (Vicarage Lane bus stop) 8:40 Boulevard, Rhyl 8:45 Larkmount Rd, Rhyl (High School all-weather pitch) 8:48 Eastville, Rhyl (Denmore Stores bus stop) 8:50 Ffrith, Prestatyn 8:55 Victoria Hotel, Prestatyn 8:57 Pendyffryn Rd (lay-by opposite pensioners bungalows) 9:00 Junction of Fforddisa & Princes Ave, Prestatyn 9:05 Manod Rd bus stop, Meliden 9:10 St Bridget s Church bus stop, Lower Dyserth 9:13 Waterfall Rd/Pendref Farm bus stop, Upper Dyserth 9:15 Please book coach seats in writing AT LEAST 10 DAYS BEFORE THE EXCURSION with Val O Rourke Excursions Secretary. Enclose a cheque payable to Dyserth & District Field Club and state your pick-up point. Each excursion has a clearly stated Book by date Failure to book by this date could result in the event being cancelled due to apparent lack of support. On the day, if you cannot attend the excursion, please ring (Val O Rourke) between 7:30 & 8:00 am. 2. Saturday 19th May 2018 WALK

4 Harebell Campanula rotundifolia

5 1. Saturday 5th May 2018 WALK 4 miles BEDDMANARCH BAY & PENRHOS COASTAL PATH A walk through woodland with fresh water pools, and on the Coastal Path. Birds, ducks and a range of plants can be seen in the various habitats and there is a chance of seeing red squirrels. Bring a packed lunch, drink, waterproofs, boots and walking poles if used, binoculars advised. Toilets at beginning and end of walk in the car park. Cars leave Prestatyn Car Park at 9.30am or meet at Penrhos Coastal Park car park to start walk at 11am. Directions: Take A55 onto Anglesey. Exit at Junction 3 and take the A5 signed Valley. Continue straight through Valley and drive across the Stanley Embankment. Take the next turning on the right by the Toll House, signed Penrhos Coastal Park, and park overlooking the bay. OS ref: SH275805; Postcode: LL65 2JE Leaders: Val O Rourke & Margaret Redford More details: & Car Share: 8 Merganser Mergus serrator

6 4 miles DYSERTH NATURE TRAIL A moderate afternoon walk as part of the Prestatyn Walking Festival. It is mostly level walking but will include steps down to the waterfall, two inclines and several stiles. We will look at the flora, fauna and history of the area. We walk mainly on footpaths, the walkway, woodland paths and in a wildflower meadow. As this walk is part of the Prestatyn Walking Festival Programme, booking is essential. Please phone Bring refreshments and a drink, wear walking boots and waterproofs if necessary and bring walking poles, if used. Meet at the National Trust Car Park on Bryniau Road, Dyserth ready to start at 1pm. OS ref: SJ062800; Postcode: LL18 8DE Leaders: Anne Ward & Joe Phillips More details: or

7 3. Saturday 2nd June 2018 EXCURSION VISIT TO BIDDULPH GRANGE GARDEN - A NATIONAL TRUST PROPERTY Described as a formal Victorian horticultural masterpiece, this 15 acre garden was created by James Bateman in 1840 and reflects his interest in Botany and the sponsorship of overseas plant collectors. Grade 1 listed, the garden is noted for its separate rooms or zones, which by virtue of their microclimates, plants and architecture, illustrate places as diverse as China and Italy. Of interest too is the oldest Stumpery in the country. There are also exhibitions, a plant centre, kitchen garden, tea room and shop to visit. After coffee, on arrival at Bidduph we are hoping to have an introductory talk about the garden and its history. Members can then explore the garden at their leisure; there are some inclines and steps. In the afternoon for those interested and if time allows, there will be an optional walk of about 2 miles in Biddulph Grange Country Park - this is next to the Garden and was once part of the Grange estate. Bring a packed lunch and drink - the picnic area is near the car park or use the tea room. Boots or stout shoes and waterproofs are recommended, and walking poles if normally used. There are toilets in the Garden and Country Park. Leaders: Betty Smith & June Patterson More details: or Admission to Garden: Non- NT members: 9.05 Free to NT members Coach Fare: 22 Please book by Friday 18th May 2018

8 4. Saturday 16th June 2018 WALK 4 miles HALKYN MOUNTAIN A fascinating walk that gives an introduction to the history of Halkyn and the industrial development of Halkyn Mountain. We will explore the wide open landscape of common land that carries the marks of former lead mining and quarrying activities. The area is designated as an Area of Special Conservation with many limestone fossils and interesting flora. There are fabulous views over the Dee Estuary and Clwydian range. Bring a packed lunch and a drink. Binoculars, stout footwear, walking poles and waterproofs are recommended. Cars leave Prestatyn Car Park at 10.00am or meet at the Blue Bell Inn at 10.45am. Directions: Take Junction 32 off the A55 to B5123. Proceed through Pentre Halkyn to arrive at Halkyn (Helygain). Park at the Blue Bell Inn. OS ref: SJ209704; Postcode: CH8 8DL Leaders: David Roberts & Betty Smith More details: or Car Share: 2.40 The Halkyn Barracks,

9 5. Saturday 30th June 2018 WALK 4 miles A CIRCULAR WALK FROM LLANGYNHAFAL THROUGH THE AONB IN THE VALE OF CLWYD Leaving the village we will walk a short distance to the Church of St Cynfal, part of which dates to 15th century. The Church retains its late medieval roof and font and has a double nave. Leaving the church we join the Country Park route with spectacular views of the Vale of Clwyd. We take a short detour to visit the holy well known as Ffynnon Cynhafal; these waters were famous for curing warts and other ailments and were also used for baptisms in the church. There are five stiles and depending on the weather the path could be muddy, so wear stout footwear, and bring waterproofs and walking poles if used. Also a packed lunch and a drink. Cars leave Prestatyn car park at 9.30am or meet at Llangynhafal ready to start the walk at 10.30am. Directions: Via Rhuddlan take the A525 to Trefnant and turn left at the traffic lights on to the A541 signed Mold. Just before Bodfari turn right onto the B5429 signed Llandyrnog. At the roundabout just before the village turn left passing the Kinmel Arms Tavern and continue on this narrow road, going straight on at two crossroads and ignoring side turnings, until Llangynhafal is reached at a T junction facing the Golden Lion. Drive into the car park on left of the pub. OS ref: SJ129635; Postcode: LL16 4LN Leaders: Pam Collins & Margaret Redford. More details: or Car Share: 3

10 6. Saturday 21st July 2018 EXCURSION NORTON PRIORY MUSEUM & GARDENS The Priory is the most excavated monastic site in Europe; there are ruins of an Abbey, a 12th Century under croft and an 18th Century Georgian walled garden. It is located in tranquil woodland and wild flower meadows. The new museum, opened in 2016, displays thousands of artefacts from Norton s 900 year history, including a 14th Century statue of St Christopher. The museum site is surrounded by woodland gardens with paths leading to a summer house, a sculpture trail and a meandering stream. The Georgian walled garden is about 500 metres away, a 10 minute walk from the museum site, and is home to the National Collection of Quince, fruit trees, a herb garden and a rose walk. Wear comfortable shoes as there are uneven surfaces around the ruins, waterproofs as ever and a packed lunch and a drink. There is a picnic site outside the museum, or The Brooke café in the Museum serves hot meals, sandwiches, soup and cakes etc. The tearoom in the Walled Garden serves tea, coffee and cakes. Toilets are located in both the museum and walled garden. Leaders: Margaret Redford & Pam Collins More details: Combined coach and entrance fee: 24 Please book by Friday 6th July Saturday 8th September 2018 WALK 4½ miles

11 7. Saturday 28th July 2018 WALK/VISIT 4 miles total ANGLESEY WALKS AT LLYN PARC MAWR & CORS DDYGA RESERVE We travel to Anglesey and after a coffee break at Hooton s Café, continue to Llyn Parc Mawr, just beyond Newborough (OS ref: SH415672; Post code LL61 6SU). This small wood and lake reserve is renowned for its bird and red squirrel populations. After a picnic lunch we will drive 5 miles to Cors Ddyga an SSSI and RSPB Reserve (OS ref: SH463725; Postcode LL60 6LB ). The lakes, ponds and ditches of this marshy site make it one of the most important wetland areas in the UK for plants, birds, mammals and invertebrates. After exploring the reserve and its new visitors trail, refreshments are available at nearby Holland Arms Garden Centre. Bring a packed lunch and drink, strong footwear and waterproofs. Cors Ddyga can be wet and muddy in places. There are no toilets at either venue but a stop can be made at a local garden centre prior to visiting Cors Ddyga. Meet Prestatyn Car Park at 9:15am or meet at Hooton's Café (Brynseincyn) at 10:45 am. Directions: Take the A55 to junction 8A (just over the Britannia Bridge), exit onto the A5 (west) then within a mile turn left on to the A4080. Continue on this road for about 6 miles to Hooton s Café at Brynseincyn (LL61 6HQ). After coffee continue on the A4080 about a mile beyond Newborough to Llyn Parc Mawr. It is on the right hand side - look out for green signs at entrance. Instructions for getting to Cors Ddyga will be given to drivers on the day. Leaders: Betty Smith & June Patterson Further details: or Car Share: 7.60

12 NERCWYS FOREST & BRYN ALYN A walk in Coed Nercwys Forest, a conifer woodland which is an excellent habitat for wildlife. The woodland has many heritage features including a Bronze Age burial cairn, the restored remains of a shepherd s cottage, a walled paddock, the remains of mine buildings and quarry workings. A small lake, Llyn Ochyn and the Millenium Oak trees, planted by Nercwys Community can also be seen. It is also hoped that we will visit Bryn Alyn, the second largest limestone pavement in Britain. It is relatively easy walking in the forest but can be muddy as horses and bicycles use it. There are several stiles on the route to Bryn Alyn. Wear waterproofs and stout footwear and bring walking poles. A packed lunch and a drink should also be brought. Cars leave Prestatyn at 9.30am or meet at the Forest car park ready to start the walk at 10.30am. Directions: Follow A547 to Rhuddlan and A525 to Ruthin. Turn left at the roundabout to go around Ruthin town, passing Tesco, and at the roundabout take the first exit to Mold to join the A494. Continue on this road for about 6 miles and, after Llanferres, take a right turn to Maeshafan. Go through the village, bearing right, to the T junction, then turn left, signed Nercwys. Take the next turn on your right into Ffordd Cae Newydd and right again at a stone wall and sign for Nercwys Forest. Car park on the left with signboards at the north entrance to the Forest. OS ref: SJ218592; Postcode: CH7 4AY Leaders: Linda Wilkinson & Jacquie Irving More details: or Car Share: 4.80

13 9. Saturday 22nd September 2018 EXCURSION STOKESAY CASTLE AND SHROPSHIRE HILLS DISCOVERY CENTRE Starting at Stokesay Castle near Craven Arms, we visit the finest and best preserved 13th Century fortified manor house in England. The site includes a spectacular great hall, unchanged for over 700 years. Stokesay is an English Heritage property so fentry is free to English Heritage and Cadw members. Next we proceed to the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, less than a mile away. There is free access to riverside paths and woodland circular walks The Shropshire Hills Through Time exhibition includes the renowned Shropshire mammoth. Bring a packed lunch and drink or use the tea room. Boots or stout shoes and waterproofs are recommended, and walking poles if normally used. There are the usual facilities of shop, café and toilets at both these locations. Leaders: David Roberts & Janet Smith More details: or Combined Coach Fare & Entrance Fees: 34 Please book by Friday 7th September 2018 Castle Stokesay

14 10. Saturday 6th October 2018 WALK 4 miles HENLLAN AREA A walk around the area of Henllan Village, starting and finishing at the tea shop where toilets are available. We will first look at St. Sadwrns s church and its separate bell tower. It is thought that this was built higher than the church to enable the bells to be heard across the Parish. There is a bee garden behind the church. Leaving the village we will walk through fields passing the ruins of the historical house of Foxall Newydd, started in 1592 but now a ruin. We continue through woodland and over farmland, returning to the village tea shop for tea and cakes. There are 6 stiles and three gates to negotiate. Bring packed lunch and a drink, waterproofs, walking poles if used and wear strong footwear as the route may be muddy. Meet at Prestatyn at 9.30am or in Henllan at 10.30am. Directions: Follow A547 to Rhuddlan then A525 to St Asaph. Take the Lower Denbigh Road (past Co-op), then the first exit at the small roundabout on to the B5381. At the top of the S-bends (Allt Goch) take the right fork. Shortly take a right turn (opposite a farm selling Hen Sheds ) and at the end of this short lane turn right on to the B5428. Follow the signs to Henllan. On entering the village, opposite some cottages on your left and before you reach the church tower, turn right on to the football ground, where parking is available - it may be muddy! OS ref: SJ022681; Postcode: LL16 5BH Leaders: Pam Collins & Linda Wilkinson More details: or Car Share: 1.60

15 Reed Warbler (Acrocephalus scirpaceus) feeding young Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus)

16 WALKS /VISITS A packed lunch, a drink and strong shoes or boots are required for all walks unless otherwise stated in the individual walk description. Warm waterproof clothing is always advisable. No dogs are allowed on walks. Distances given for walks are approximate. Cars meet at Prestatyn Church car park. Members with cars are asked to provide transport for passengers, who are requested to have the exact suggested car share money for the event ready to offer to the driver. In addition to the OS grid reference of a meeting point, a postcode has been given, wherever possible, for car drivers using a Sat Nav. A First Aid Box is carried on all walks. VISITORS Visitors are welcome on both walks and excursions but with an additional 1 fee for excursions. CLUB MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE Nominations of Members for the Committee can be made to the General Secretary at any time, subject to the Member's agreement. DISCLAIMER The Dyserth & District Field Club will not be responsible for any damage to property or persons during the activities of the Club. The presence of Members and Visitors during the various activities is deemed to be an acceptance of this rule.