Men@Highfields Hike

If you feel like a bit of exercise now that Spring is on the way, why not come with us to the beautiful Gower peninsula on Saturday 22nd March and spend some time walking and chatting with other Highfields men!

We're planning an 8.7 mile circular walk around the western Gower, climbing the ridge above the breath taking Rhossili beach, crossing to the southern section of the coastal path by Mewslade and passing the remarkable Worm's Head. The walk itself will take about 3.5 hours with an additional 1 hour of stops. You don't have to be super fit, but there will be a small hill to climb.

Please note that all participants must be 18 years and above. Registration for participation will close at 5pm on the Friday before the hike.

In order to join us you will need to complete a registration form (you can't just turn up on the day) so we have details for those participating. On registration please indicate if you are will to offer lift-share, or if you require transport.

Meet at church at 8am on 22nd March. Make sure to bring boots/shoes suitable for muddy ground, waterproofs (it is Wales!!), drink, snacks and a packed lunch. Matthew Jubb and James Challinor will be leading the walk but all those going will be responsible for their own wellbeing on the day so please make sure you've looked at the route and are comfortable with the level of difficulty.

You can preview the route including a 3D flyover on Outdooractive recorded from the test walk last month on 22 Feb:

You can also see some photos of the route taken on 22nd Feb.

Walk Details:

Gower parking location (free):

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Proposed Timings:

0800 – Depart Cardiff
0930 – Meet at the car parking location above.
0945 – Start hiking.
1415 - Finish hiking.
1445 – Optional visit to McDonalds M4 J47
1615 - 1700 – Arrive back in Cardiff

Individual Kit List:

• Waterproof hiking boots with ankle support
• Hiking socks (or other socks you know won't cause rubs)
• Hiking trousers / shorts (or other suitable legwear – jeans and other heavy fabrics not recommended)
• Spare shoes and socks for journey back (in event of wet / muddy boots / feet)
• Plastic bag for wet / muddy kit on journey back
• T-shirt or base-layer top
• Fleece or other mid-layer top
• Waterproof jacket
• Waterproof over-trousers (would not recommend only wearing these, but good to have in the backpack)
• Woolly hat or cap (as weather dictates)
• Gloves (if weather dictates)
• Sunglasses (fingers crossed!)
• Sun cream (fingers crossed!)
• Personal water supply (recommend at least 750ml, ideally more like 1.0 - 1.5l)
• Personal snack supply
• Backpack to carry snacks, layers, water, etc.
• Waterproof cover or liner for backpack (or just a plastic bag inside)
• Mobile phone
• A sense of adventure!

Route Overview:

• Distance = 8.7 miles
• Total height climbed = 260m
• Estimated time = 3.5 hours walking plus 1 hour stops