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Prestatyn to Bodfari

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Begin on the Irish Sea Coast and walk inland into the Clwydian Hills to embark on your Offa's Dyke journey!

moderate
Distance 20 km
6:00 h
559 m
513 m
264 m
2 m

If you wish, and depending on how cold today is, dip your toe into the Irish Sea at the start of this epic walking journey. As you make your way south and inland the views of the Clywdian Hills and the panorama of Snowdonia become more and more impressive. Today is quite easy walking along lanes and field paths.  Cross a main road and then you walk further into the Clwydian range of hills and the Dee valley, an Area of Oustanding Natural Beauty (AONB).

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Update: February 17, 2023
Difficulty
moderate
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
264 m
Lowest point
2 m
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Track types

Forested/wild trail 43.49%Path 51.28%Road 4.74%Unknown 0.47%
Forested/wild trail
8.7 km
Path
10.3 km
Road
0.9 km
Unknown
0.1 km
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Start

Prestatyn (1 m)
Coordinates:
OS Grid
SJ 06040 83773
DD
53.342483, -3.412727
DMS
53°20'32.9"N 3°24'45.8"W
UTM
30U 472521 5910449
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Destination

Chepstow

Turn-by-turn directions

To help you follow the route with confidence  we strongly suggest that you follow the GPS tracks in the Macs Adventure smartphone app to ensure you have a safe, enjoyable and problem-free day.  You will also receive an Offa's Dyke Guidebook to assist you.

Tonight overnight in the small hamlet of Bodfari, although (at the time of writing this) your accommodation here is not in Bodfari itself but in the countryside close to the trail, or in an alternate town. You will either be directed there in your accommodation sheet, or a transfer will be provided to the closest accommodation available.

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Coordinates

OS Grid
SJ 06040 83773
DD
53.342483, -3.412727
DMS
53°20'32.9"N 3°24'45.8"W
UTM
30U 472521 5910449
w3w 
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike

Equipment

Such is the way of British hiking, that you need to be prepared for all seasons and weathers; sturdy hiking boots, warm clothes and a waterproof/wind-break layer are all required, as is plenty of sun-cream and a healthy respect for the sun.

Walking poles will be a big advantage on some of these ascents and descents.

Ensure your phone is fully charged; if you doubt the battery will last throughout the hike, it might be beneficial to bring a power bank.

This walk is isolated with few opportunities to buy food or water so be sure to bring enough with you.

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Difficulty
moderate
Distance
20 km
Duration
6:00 h
Ascent
559 m
Descent
513 m
Highest point
264 m
Lowest point
2 m
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