Thanks for watching! Appreciate the comment.

When we arrived we asked at the Grand Etang Visitor Centre and a guide showed up within minutes.

Hi Alan, as you can see the hike starts off through woods and then to be greeted by that view of the Grand Canyon was something else. It really is hard to describe but 'awe-inspiring' is a pretty good adjective to use.

It took us a leisurely 4.5 hours.

Thanks. I am forever working on my Welsh pronunciation.

@@roamingspices2838 Llyn Y Fan - if you say thinner van quickly you will fool most welsh speaking people.

Appreciate the tip!

It was when we parked there in 2018.

@@roamingspices2838 thank you

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for the comment.

We were particularly lucky weather wise on our trip to the Lake District, especially for the Cat Bells walk.

I really enjoyed this one! Amazed that it's not more popular.

Thanks Alan, it is definitely a special hike!

Thanks. I think I had the camera pointed at myself during the best scrambling sections. I definitely take more clips nowadays in an attempt to offer the viewer a clearer picture of our hikes.

Appreciate the feedback. Pronouncing some of these Welsh names is often far more challenging than the hikes that I am undertaking.

Well, to be fair, you got Pen-y-fan correct, so it's not too difficult to get the others right as well. It's not as if there aren't enough Welsh peoiple around to help you...@@roamingspices2838

Good to know. I am glad that I am keeping you entertained.

Hi David, glad it came in handy. Best wishes, Gavin

Thanks Jack, appreciate your kind words. Glad you found the video useful. Best wishes, Gavin

Hi Mark, thanks for the comment and glad you found the write-up useful. We did the walk in June 2021 and it took us approximately 4.5 hours but we stopped many times along the way. There is no scrambling and the only slightly difficult section is the rocky path that leads up towards the summit of Gowbarrow Fell. I am certain you will enjoy the walk and the views are breathtaking. Enjoy!

I am never lucky with the weather, my hikes are always planned around good weather! It sure is a beautiful area. Appreciate the comment. Thanks, Gavin

That's what happens when you put your faith in a stock image. Thanks for pointing this out.

Hi Simon, appreciate your comments as always. I do like to point out locations of note as I think it helps those watching to build a picture of the area's geography. I know that I appreciate that sort of information when I watch similar videos. Keep well and enjoy those trails. Best wishes, Gavin

I loved this walk and we picked a perfect day for it! I would happily return and add on your suggested peaks. Thanks

I know exactly what mean. Looking back at my photos from 2019, there appear to be 3 gates along the trail which at the time could all be opened. So, fingers crossed, you should be fine.

Hi Mark, that's the great thing about memories, no one can take them away from you! Take care, Gavin

@@roamingspices2838 No, nobody can Gavin - always there. That's why these walks are special often. Peace.

It sure is!

It's a top spot! Not sure I would fancy it in miserable conditions mind you. It was tough enough in perfect weather!

Beautiful and peaceful!

@@roamingspices2838 Oh yeah for sure.

Thanks. Hope you find them useful.

Thanks for the nice comment and yes it is a lovely place! I will absolutely check out your channel.

Hi Gabby, all the walk info is in the following post: roamingspices.com/garth-mountain-walk/. Regards, Gavin

Bit of a steep one but thankfully not too long!

It's a good part of the country Simon. My backyard. Have a cool week.

The Black Mountains never seem to disappoint!

@@roamingspices2838 No, they don't.

Absolutely agree with you! The Olchon Valley made a pleasant walk into a great one.

@@roamingspices2838 It's a little gem.

I really enjoyed this one! It's always the less popular, under the radar type hikes, that I always find more pleasurable.

You are too kind Warren! Welsh names are so difficult to pronounce at times. I always put the tough ones into a pronunciation website so at least I manage to get somewhere near the correct way of saying a place name. Thanks, Gavin

Hi Mark, hope you are keeping well. I won't lie to you, I am a bit of a fair weather hiker! When people check out our blog posts they must think that Wales is the sunniest place on earth! I was up Hay Bluff and Twmpa yesterday which was great. Mynydd Troed is definitely coming soon! Take care, Gavin

It's a lovely spot especially when the weather is on your side! Now, the Malverns are definitely on our list of places to visit. Have driven past many times but am yet to explore.

@@roamingspices2838 Wow, your in for a treat They are beautiful and the views are second to none!

Hi, it is a super walk! Appreciate your comment. Best wishes, Gavin

Pleasure!

Not so much brave but a little stupid I think. Glad I did it though as it was a great experience!

I think the views probably speak for themselves!

Thanks, appreciate it! I am definitely with you on those steps. Stunning walk!

It's a great short hike in a beautiful part of South East Wales. It's also close to other great spots such as the Blorenge and Sugarloaf.