Last minute checks and corrections are being made to the 2026 programme and the website is being updated. Please note that until booking opens the information on this site is subject to change! Please do not make any bookings or non-refundable commitments based on the details yet!!
12th - 21st September 2026
For 24 years Barmouth Walking Festival has been encouraging visitors to experience the beauty of South Eryri on foot, guided by experienced and knowledgeable leaders.
This year is no exception with a wide variety of walks on offer, ranging from challenging all-day hikes to walking for wellness and mindfulness. 2026 also sees the anticipated return of the Saturday ‘Super-Walk’ (experienced mountain walkers only). This strenuous, all day, hike follows the extended Cadair Idris ridge from Dolgellau to Barmouth, over a distance in excess of 25km and climb exceeding 1,400m.
During the Festival there is also a varied programme of social events available. Details are available by clicking on the events in the list below and can be booked in advance at the same time as your walks.
About Us
Registration
Walkers meet at the Carousal Café, 1 King Edward Street, Barmouth, LL42 1AN. Registration times are listed against each walk below.
There are several reasons for encouraging walkers to convene at the café.
The major advantage is to allow the sharing of transport, which enables us to reduce the number of vehicles trying to park in regularly very limited spaces, as well as minimising our environmental impact. It is also a really good opportunity to catch up with walk leaders and assistants prior to each walk.
We do understand that sometimes it is difficult for walkers to come into Barmouth to register prior to their walks and we are happy for those impacted to meet the group at the start, at the advertised walk start time. Please note, that we operate on the assumption that walkers will register at the café unless we are notified otherwise.
The cafe will open at 8.00am during the Festival, so why not come along early and take advantage of their superb cooked breakfasts as well as snacks and drinks for the day ahead.
Choosing Your Walks
Grades, distance, times and ascent are provided for guidance only and may be subject to change if conditions determine.
The Grading guide below will help you select the walks that are right for you.
Grade A+ Extremely hard & strenuous. Experienced walkers only.
Grade A Hard
Grade B+ Moderately hard
Grade B Moderate
Grade C+ Easy moderate
Grade C Easier
Booking Your Walks
Scroll down this page for a full list of the walks and use the Grade & Date filters to narrow your search as required, or alternatively click the ‘Book’ button at the top of this page. Please read the description of each walk carefully and note its grade to ensure you are fit enough to participate (please refer to Grading Guide above).
You must only book your own walks and you will need to read and accept our Terms & Conditions prior to completion. Please DO NOT BOOK WALKS FOR ANYONE ELSE. We need to evidence that each walker independently agrees to the Festival T&Cs.
If you wish to bring your dog, please check walk details for suitability before booking. (Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times). It is worth noting that not all public transport will take dogs and you are advised to check this with the relevant transport company before booking your walks.
All walks (excluding walks 14 & 23) are priced at £7. Bookings can be made using credit or debit card and payment will be taken at the time of booking. Bookings will be confirmed by email.
*If you need to amend your booking please email hello@barmouthwalkingfestival.co.uk with your booking reference and details of the change you wish to make. Please note that the Festival does not offer refunds.
Make sure you’re prepared for your walk
Please download and ensure you understand our Guidance for Walkers before you book.
Click on a walk title for more information and to book
Public Transport Needed
Suitable for Dogs
Not Suitable for Dogs
Number | Walk Name | Date | Grade | Distance | Duration | Start Time | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Walk 01 | Welsh Matterhorn & More | 12 Sep (Sat) | A | 9 miles (14.5km) | 7 Hours | 09:30 | ||
Walk 02 | Dolgellau to Barmouth below Cadair Ridge | 12 Sep (Sat) | B+ | 10 miles (16k) | 5 hours | 10:00 | ||
Walk 03 | Up Above The Barmouth Rock | 12 Sep (Sun) | C+ | 6 miles (9.76k) | 6 hours | 09:45 | ||
Walk 04 | NEW Russian Round | 13 Sep (Sat) | A | 10.5 miles (16.9k) | 6 hours | 09:30 | ||
Walk 05 | Up To Llawlech | 13 Sep (Sat) | B+ | 10 miles (16.5km) | 6.5 hours | 09:50 | ||
Walk 06 | A Golden Trail - Mining Tracks & An Ancient Woodland | 13 Sep (Sat) | C | 5 miles (8k) | 5 hours | 09:30 | ||
Walk 07 | Rugged Rhinog Fawr | 14 Sep (Mon) | A | 6.1 miles (9.8km) | 5 hours | 09:30 | ||
Walk 08 | Twin Lakes & A Lion's Head | 14 Sep (Mon) | B | 12.6 miles (20k) | 6 hours | 09:15 | ||
Walk 09 | NEW Beautiful Brithdir and Foel Caerynwch | 14 Sep (Mon) | C | 4 miles (6.4k) | 4 hours | 10:00 | ||
Walk 10 | Two Spectacular Summits, Y LLethr & Diffwys | 15 Sep (Tue) | A | 12 miles (19.3k) | 7 hours | 09:15 | ||
Walk 11 | NEW Beddgelert Belter | 15 Sep (Tue) | B+ | 12 miles (19k) | 6 hours | 09:30 | ||
Walk 12 | NEW Hill of Sacrifice & An Historic Estate | 15 Sep (Tue) | C+ | 4 miles (6.4k) | 4 hours | 10:00 | ||
Walk 13 | Stunning Nantlle Ridge | 16 Sep (Wed) | A | 7.8 miles (12.5km) | 7.5 hours | 09:15 | ||
Walk 14 | NEW Llwybr Cadfan Part One | 16 Sep (Wed) | B | 9.5 miles (15.3k) | 7.5 hours | 09:30 | ||
Walk 15 | NEW Wildlife Wander Amid An Explosive Past | 16 Sep (Wed) | C | 2 miles (3.2k) | 3 hours | 10:40 | ||
Walk 16 | Ascending The Arans | 17 Sep (Thu) | A | 12 miles (19.3km) | 7 hours | 09:30 | ||
Walk 17 | Kiwi Celebration Walk | 17 Sep (Thu) | B+ | 12.5 miles (20km) | 7 hours | 08:50 | ||
Walk 18 | Wellness Beside The Mawddach | 17 Sep (Thu) | C | 6 miles (9.7km) | 4 hours | 09:15 | ||
Walk 19 | Cadair's Most Beautiful Ascent | 18 Sep (Fri) | A | 10.2 miles (16.4k) | 7.5 hours | 09:15 | ||
Walk 20 | NEW Choo-Choos and Three Lakes | 18 Sep (Fri) | B | 10 miles (16.7k) | 5 hours | 09:30 | ||
Walk 21 | NEW Madocks Meander Through Tremadog Town | 18 Sep (Fri) | C | 3 miles (4.9k) | 3 hours | 11:00 | ||
Walk 22 | NEW SUPER-WALK Crossing Idris's Seat | 19 Sep (Sat) | A+ | 15.5 miles (25k) | 10 hours | 08:00 | ||
Walk 23 | NEW Traversing The Rhinogydd | 19 Sep (Sat) | A | 8 miles (12.9k) | 5.5 hours | 09:45 | ||
Walk 24 | Over The Hills & A Blue Lake | 19 Sep (Sat) | B | 7.7 miles (12.4k) | 4.5 hours | 11:17 | ||
Walk 25 | Autumn’s Ancient Woodland & A Bronze Age Hillfort | 19 Sep (Sat) | C | 7 miles (11.3km) | 4.5 hours | ? | ||
Walk 26 | NEW Onto The Dyfi Hills | 20 Sep (Sun) | A | 9.3 miles (15k) | 6 hours | 09:30 | ||
Walk 27 | Panorama & Passes | 20 Sep (Sun) | B+ | 9 miles (14.5k) | 6 hours | 09:15 | ||
Walk 28 | NEW Under Salt Marsh & Over To Fairbourne | 20 Sep (Sun) | C | 8 miles (12.9k) | 4.5 hours | 09:15 | ||
Walk 29 | NEW Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) Circular | 21 Sep (Mon) | A | 10 miles (16.k) | 7 hours | 09:00 | ||
Walk 30 | High Above The Estuary | 21 Sep (Mon) | B+ | 12 miles (19.3k) | 7 hours | 09:00 | ||
Walk 31 | Dreamy Dysynni & Bird Rock | 21 Sep (Mon) | C | 4.5 hours | 09:00 |
2026 Draft Schedule subject to change.
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