January is ‘Walk your Dog Month’ – a drive to remind folks that dogs want walking in all weathers, and a workforce from Wales Coast Path has joined forces with six four-legged followers of the Welsh coast to carry you their prime coastal adventures from round Wales.
With 870 miles simply ready to be explored, the Welsh coast is the right place to train your canine however you should definitely comply with the Countryside Code — all the time preserving your canine underneath management and in sight, cleansing up your canine’s poo and obeying native signage.
Meet Elsi, Lecsi, Guto, Arwr, Biscuit and Ozy, who’re regulars alongside the Path. Their suggestions are positive to get your pooch’s tail wagging — offering you with a much-needed dose of January vitamin ‘sea’ on the identical time.
Elsi the King Charles’ Cemaes Bay Circular walk, Anglesey
There is an abundance of walking routes alongside the coast of Anglesey, however maybe most breathtaking of all is that this cliff-top enterprise round Cemaes Bay. Elsi agrees that this walk affords each beautiful views and the ‘wow’ issue — however bear in mind to all the time maintain your companion on a lead for this one.
There can also be a lot for people to discover alongside the way in which — together with the ruins of nineteenth century ceramic works and interesting historic websites similar to Llanbadrig Church, one of many oldest Christian websites in Wales, which overlooks Cemaes Bay.
Ozy the Standard Poodle’s saunter by Bishopston Valley to Pwll Du Beach, Gower
Dogs are allowed on Pwll Du all 12 months spherical, making it the right walk for poodles and people alike.
An awesome place to begin Ozy’s favorite walk is The Beaufort Arms in Kittle. Across the highway from the pub is Kittle Green. Make your means there and maintain a watch out for a National Trust signal. From there, comply with the footpath main into the woodland — the place there are numerous signposts to information you.
After descending the steep slope into the valley, you’ll encounter a river. Turn proper and walk alongside the right-hand aspect of the financial institution. From there, you’ll comply with a winding path by the serene woodland, crossing a meadow alongside the way in which — with heady smells of untamed garlic following you at each step.
Continue following the Pwll Du indicators for roughly 2km till you arrive at a stone footbridge with a white home within the background. Instead of crossing the bridge, keep to the fitting and stroll between two homes till you attain the long-lasting pebbled seashore.
Lecsi the Golden Retriever’s Llanfairfechan to Morfa Madryn jaunt
This accessible path is the right walk for any canine whose proprietor is perhaps a pram or wheelchair person. The light walk affords a well-surfaced promenade, plus a flat and well-drained grassland for selection.
Taking one to 2 hours to finish, you’ll head by Morfa Madryn Nature Reserve which affords glorious fowl recognizing alternatives for people (and dogs — so do maintain them on a decent lead always!)
And with its beautiful views throughout the Menai Strait, this route additionally permits your canine to dip their paws within the shallow waters alongside the way in which, in the event that they (otherwise you!) are feeling courageous sufficient!
Guto the Jack Russell’s Llanbedrog to Abersoch adventure, Llŷn Peninsula
You and your four-legged pal will probably be spoilt for selection on this walk! Follow the coast alongside the beachfront or take the woodland route by the grounds of Plas Glyn y Weddw — assembly on the Trwyn Llanbedrog viewpoint, overlooking the glowing waters of Cardigan Bay.
What’s extra, native cafés are serving up scrumptious selfmade muffins and lunches alongside the way in which — excellent for a fast pit cease, with some even promoting dog-friendly treats!
Arwr the Corgi’s Aberporth to Tresaith saunter, Ceredigion
From paddling within the shallows to scampering on the sand — this charming route makes for the right morning walk.
What was as soon as a busy maritime centre, your start line at Aberporth is now a tranquil seaside settlement with sheltered sandy seashores and rockpools — excellent for young explorers. What’s extra, many of the route is wheelchair and pram-friendly — appropriate for all of the household.
Refreshments and bathrooms will be discovered at both finish, too — and maintain a watch out for dolphins, the uncommon chough and an uncommon waterfall at Tresaith.
Biscuit the Beagle’s city Cardiff Bay to Barrage stroll
Starting on the iconic Welsh Government building, way-markers will information you previous the Norwegian Church and round what was as soon as the biggest dock system on this planet.
This route is well-liked with Biscuit and her house owners as a result of there are many dog-friendly institutions alongside the route — serving scorching drinks to heat your fingers (and paws!) on a chilly January day.
For extra info and to plan your subsequent dog-friendly coastal journey, go to the Wales Coast Path website or comply with @WalesCoastPath on Facebook, X and Instagram.
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