Walks you can reach from Valley by train

Bangor Station to Llanfairfechan Station (Caernarfonshire)

30m direct from Valley.

the views are spectacular. A walk of two contrasting halves: a steep, sometimes stony climb up and over Bangor Mountain on lanes and footpaths through the town, then a long, generally well-maintained coastal section on the Wales Coast Path with stretches of pebbles and sand and sea-eroded path. Involves steep sections and quite a lot of rough ground. Second half follows the Wales Coast Path. Views to Anglesey, Puffin Island, the Great Orme and Penmaenmawr; hides indicate plentiful wildlife. No facilities on the coastal section.

Tough: steep ascents. 14km.

Steep climbs and a fair amount of rough ground. Cross the A5 with care. Coastal path crosses a shingle beach and eroded sections; not advisable during very high spring tides with strong onshore winds.

Lunch: The Slate pub just off route near Llandegai is the last chance for refreshments before Llanfairfechan; no facilities along the coastal section.

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Llandudno Junction Station to Llandudno Station (Caernarfonshire)

45m direct from Valley.

Peace, beauty, nature and fabulous views west towards Anglesey; Great views over north Wales and Eryri/Snowdonia. A coastal walk with fabulous views west towards Anglesey and Eryri/Snowdonia, following the Welsh Coast Path around the Conwy estuary and along the promenade and beach. Mostly good surfaced and stile-free paths, but one short section through dunes below the golf course is deep and shifting sand that impedes progress. Follows the Welsh Coast Path along the east edge of the estuary.

Easy: 6km, gentle ascents.

A short dune section below the golf course is deep, shifting sand, slow going. Two large (but not threatening) loose dogs were seen here.

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Conwy Station to Llandudno Junction Station (Caernarfonshire)

45m direct from Valley.

superb views over the Afon (River) Conwy; the views of the estuary and the castle were lovely. A short, easy and accessible route, well-paved throughout with superb views over the Afon Conwy estuary and passing historic buildings on the walk down through Conwy and across the bridge. There is one flight of steps near the A55 which can be avoided via a slope or the roundabout. Includes some concrete underpasses near Llandudno Junction. Rail services at Conwy can be sparse, so check the timetable. A pedestrian suspension bridge offers an alternative crossing.

Easy: 1km, moderate ascents.

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Llandudno Junction Station to Colwyn Bay Station (Caernarfonshire)

45m direct from Valley.

lots of coastal views and some variations in terrain through woods; great views of misty hills and the Conwy river meeting the sea. An uncomplicated inland walk with two relatively steep climbs and descents, through quiet roads, sheep-grazed fields with stiles and woodland paths. The woodland sections avoid stretches of road and are much more pleasant than the road alternatives.

Tough: steep ascents. 7km.

The section passing the Welsh Mountain Zoo runs along roads without pavements, with poor visibility and no verge, busy at rush hour; the woodland path through Pwllycrochan Woods avoids the worst of this.

Lunch stops: the Mountain View Hotel, or the Pen y Bryn.

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Llandudno Station to Colwyn Bay Station (Caernarfonshire)

1h direct from Valley.

A fairly direct route over fields, farm tracks and through woods, with some little-used and hard-to-follow paths, narrow sections with steps and tree roots, a final stretch along the beach promenade. Despite the coast and much of it feels inland.

Tough: steep ascents. 9km.

One slightly awkward crossing of a busy road (detour uphill to a pelican crossing if needed). A steep descent on a narrow path with steps and head-high thorns.

Lunch stop: the Queens Head.

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