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About Paul Shorrock

I've been mucking about in the mountains for longer than I care to mention. I started out by walking my local hills, then went on to rock climbing, mountaineering and skiing. Still doing it, and still getting a buzz. I'm now sharing the fun, through my guided walking business (Hillcraft Guided Walking) and by writing routes for other publishers, mainly Walking World and Discovery Walking Guides. Just to make sure I keep really busy, I am also currently a member of my local mountain rescue team.

#91 – Moelwyn Mawr and Moelwyn Bach

Posted on 20/08/2012 by Paul Shorrock

The Moelwyn hills (the Moelwynion in Welsh) stand almost literally in the shadow of the Snowdon Range.  Contained by the settlements of Betws y Coed, Capel Curig, Beddgelert, Porthmadog and Blaenau Ffestiniog, these are quieter hills than the Snowdon Hills.  … Continue reading →

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#90 – Elidir Fawr and the Northern Glyderau

Posted on 13/08/2012 by Paul Shorrock

It would seem that Elidir was a big bloke – apparently his stallion could carry seven riders, and if an ancient British chieftain wanted a memorial, something really big that would carry his name down through the centuries, then the … Continue reading →

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#89 – “Hide and seek” at Pen y Pass

Posted on 06/08/2012 by Paul Shorrock

You might well ask the question, “why is a ‘supposed’ adult hiding behind a boulder on a Welsh hillside?”  The question is more pointed when you realise that I’ve swopped a comfortable sofa and ‘Eastenders’ on the TV for a … Continue reading →

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#88 – Moel Siabod, the ‘Shapely Hill’

Posted on 30/07/2012 by Paul Shorrock

You can see Moel Siabod (the ‘Shapely Hill’) from our house.  Well, not strictly true … you would see Moel Siabod if our own shapely hill of Moel Hiraddug wasn’t in the way!  (See Post #73)  So, it’s dog-walking boots … Continue reading →

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#87 – Cwm Idwal … The morning after!!

Posted on 23/07/2012 by Paul Shorrock

The A5 London to Holyhead road is one of Britain’s busiest arterial highways.  Starting near Marble Arch in London, it follows what was once a vital transport link from the capital to Holyhead and the sea crossing to Dublin.  The … Continue reading →

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#86 – Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) by the PYG Track and the Miners Track

Posted on 16/07/2012 by Paul Shorrock

The mountains of Snowdonia are more than just a playground.  Some also come here to train for the bigger ranges, the best known example being the members of the successful 1953 Everest expedition – they even found time to write … Continue reading →

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#85 – “Wonderful waterfall” – Pistyll Rhaeadr.

Posted on 08/07/2012 by Paul Shorrock

Why is the number Seven so significant?  Seven days of the week, Seven deadly sins, Seven virtues, Seven Heavens, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (eh?!…)  Well OK, you probably get the picture…. In Wales it is said that there are … Continue reading →

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#84 – Bidean nam Bian, the hidden giant of Glencoe

Posted on 02/07/2012 by Paul Shorrock

As you drive down Glencoe towards Loch Achtriochtan, you can’t help but notice the impressive rock architecture rising above you on both sides. To the north lies the airy ridge of the Aonach Eagach (see post #52) and opposite lie … Continue reading →

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#83 – “One Man and his Dog” on Heather Terrace, Tryfan

Posted on 25/06/2012 by Paul Shorrock

Some hills get attention just because they are above a certain height.  The Munros  in Scotland (mountains over 3000 ft in height) started the trend in the UK, and the Welsh and English Munros, although fewer in number, are equally … Continue reading →

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#82 – This blog has been hijacked!! (Woof!)

Posted on 18/06/2012 by Paul Shorrock

Well, there nearly wasn’t a blog this week – ‘The Boss’ and ‘Mrs Boss’ have moved house to Wales, and you wouldn’t believe the mess that the new place is in!!  How do you humans accumulate so much stuff?!  Instead … Continue reading →

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