The bus from Llangollen dropped me just here by Chirk Aqueduct.
It's right next to a railway viaduct, but still pretty amazing.
From here, along the canal towpath straight into Chirk tunnel, walkable without a torch (luckily!)
The weather was better than the last time I came, when all was misty.
Beautiful part of the world
Chirk Marina, crammed full of hire boats in winter.
But also a few private boats too.
Another small tunnel
The view over to Froncysllte
Another viaduct, just visible through the trees
Amazingly, this is part of Offa's Dyke Long Distance Path. Though I don't suppose Offa used the towpath.
Then, the reason for the visit - the world famous Pontcysllte Aqueduct ( and a bit of rain - well it's January, after all)
It's more than 100 feet down to the football pitch. And on a narrowboat, just that inch-wide side of the iron trough keeping you from that drop.
Great views east...
...and west.
From the other end - it's an extraordinary feat of engineering. Such a visionary thing to have have designed.
4.25 miles to Llangollen, then.
Trevor is also chock full with hire boats - but who can blame people for wanting to come here?
Another shower
But at least this time I can see the views
...down to the River Dee
Truly gorgeous countryside
Fantastic views
Lift bridge
I have only ever walked this last mile in rainy conditions: I'd love to show you a sunny picture
The River Dee, still swollen with the winter rains.
This is a fantastic, easy walk. 9 miles, but flat (obviously) with no problems navigating. It took less than 4 hours. Highly recommended. Cafe halfway, at Trevor. Plus one at Llangollen wharf, and plenty more in the town. What are you waiting for? Try it. I guarantee you won't be disappointed. Leave your car in Llangollen, and get the bus to Chirk (fairly regular service), then walk back.
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