Fundamentals of Mountain Biking - Dolwyddelan Figure of 8

**** This Breeze bike ride is a beginners mountain bike ride, brought to you by a qualified Fundamentals of Mountain Bike Leader. To deliver rides as per the remit of the Fundamentals of MTB Award, I also hold a valid 2 day outdoor first aid certificate. ****

This ride is on quiet roads and forest tracks exploring the valley called Cwm Penamner leading from Dolwyddelan along the old Roman Road , Sarn Helen, following the Afon Cwm Penamner. On return to the station car park we will cross to the other side of the A470 and climb up and around the forest in a loop to return back to the vilage
After the initial hill out of the village the route undulates and is mostly on gravel tracks. This part of the ride is mainly traffic free

Great for a Gravel Bike, E Mountain, /E Gravel Bike or standard mountain bike. The route is suitable for those who have not ridden off road before. Please note that there may not be any phone reception in this valley.
We can visit the local shop or pub for coffee on return

If you don't have a suitable bike please get in touch and I can supply one

We will park at the station car park in Dolwyddelan . Turn off the A470 into Dolwyddelan past the Spar shop and the car park is along this road on the left There is small charge for parking here. Alternatively you can catch the train from LLandudno via Llanrwst and Betws and meet us at the station.

Helmets , full finger gloves, warm clothing and shoes/boots must be worn, Please bring a spare innner tube. Protective Glasses a drink and snack are advised

Newbies are especially welcome we won't leave anyone behind


Helmets, full finger gloves, warm clothing and shoes/boots must be worn.