Road Trip/Tour 2019!

[Tim.]

I can imagine it’s pretty different to the times I’ve been in that part of the world - we’ve usually been exceptionally lucky with the weather!

Glad you’re enjoying yourself though mate, it’s special no matter what the weather’s doing.

 

[MrBlonde]

Try and get some photos if you can mate.Are staying in one location or moving about?.take it B&B or Hotels to?

@Jon46

 

[Jon46]

Try and get some photos if you can mate.Are staying in one location or moving about?.take it B&B or Hotels to?

@Jon46

I will tomorrow all being well.

I’m just staying one night in a b&b, right at the start of the Black Mountain Pass ?

 

[White16valver]

Black Mountain Pass i think could be on the cards,just seen some photos on instagram.?

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Is it still a 40mph limit enforced by traffic police on motorbikes?

Yup - it's a 40mph limit.

Further north, It looks like the Evo Triangle will soon be getting average speed cameras installed as well... the Welsh Government have set aside half a million wholly for the scheme.

Why the f**k is that a 40mph limit?

 

[SharkyUK]

Why the f**k is that a 40mph limit?

Same as usual... becomes popular, attracts too many idiots that cause too many accidents and problems. The 40mph limit has been in place a few years now.

 

[White16valver]

Same as usual... becomes popular, attracts too many idiots that cause too many accidents and problems. The 40mph limit has been in place a few years now.

The minority spoiling for the majority... always the way, sadly.

 

[Jon46]

Same as usual... becomes popular, attracts too many idiots that cause too many accidents and problems. The 40mph limit has been in place a few years now.

The minority spoiling for the majority... always the way, sadly.

Couldn't agree more

 

[Jon46]

Finally back home after 2 great half days in and around Brecon ?

I won't go crazy and do a full write up, just a brief overview.

Basically I entered North Wales from Chester, into Wrexham then followed sections of the A483 & A470 down towards my B&B.

You'd think they'd be boring roads, as they're both major arteries.....they're actually really nice roads to drive. Busy-ish but still pleasant enough, even in driving rain and high winds.

Next I followed Tim's suggestion and found the B4518, and I wasn't dissapointed, an absolutely fantastic road ? The section around Clywedog Reservoir is spectacular!

Then I meandered to my B&B at Llangadog, which was right at the start of the A4069 ? Did a quick run over the mountain pass, but the light was rapidly fading.

Got up early, weather was sadly even worse, did 3 full runs over the mountain pass, only passed 5 cars the whole time. No sign of police, cameras or unmarked bikes or police cars. Just lots of lovely twisty corners, which even at 40 can still be fun in a little Clio ?

Just be aware of large kerb side rocks every 10-15 metres, used to mark the edge of the road. Could easily rip a wheel off if you get too carried away.

Started to head back north to Chester, then the motorway. I went via Brecon itself, then onto the B4520 which turned out to be a really enjoyable drive. I can only imagine how busy this beautiful place gets in summer.

Along the way I took several little detours, onto interesting back roads which all delivered plenty of fun, so its like @Tim said, all Welsh roads are good.

I'm really looking forward to this trip when we get it all sorted ?

 

[Jon46]

Pictures from my iphone so quality not the greatest, and I'm no photographer

Black Mountain Pass A4069

 

[Jon46]

A few north out of Brecon, on the B4520

 

[MrBlonde]

Do you think the B&B at Llangadog would be a good starting point?.I think the plan is to go the tail end of summer out of the school hols season,as less busy and prob cheaper hotels etc. @Jon46

 

[MrBlonde]

Also a chance for people to sort there car,save money & get the family hols out the way.

 

[Jon46]

Do you think the B&B at Llangadog would be a good starting point?.I think the plan is to go the tail end of summer out of the school hols season,as less busy and prob cheaper hotels etc. @Jon46

I don't see why not.

Smallish car park around the back for approx 6 cars, small but I believe they have an over spill further back, I couldn't see it was dark when I went.

Really friendly staff, locals were very welcoming too.

Decent room, bed and shower, with tv and wi-fi although it was a hit and miss signal, probably due to the weather. Saying that, we'll probably be having a few beers and reading maps

In the restaurant I had lovely sausage, mash and onion gravy. Followed by syrup sponge and custard, with a pint of Coors, all for £18, very reasonable.

Room was £36 including a full cooked breakfast, so very, very good value.

I booked through booking.com so probably get a better price calling direct, shall I give them a call and see how many rooms they have? I never asked them.

 

[MrBlonde]

Seems good mate,as long as a bed and shower.Decent food & bar then happy days

 

[Jon46]

Seems good mate,as long as a bed and shower.Decent food & bar then happy days

I just called, they have 10 beds available. Plus another B&B over the road if we get more.

She also said, better rates going direct too ?

 

[Jon46]

Same as usual... becomes popular, attracts too many idiots that cause too many accidents and problems. The 40mph limit has been in place a few years now.

Roads are fine, they don’t hurt anyone, it’s the users that cause issues like this Ford Focus driver ?

Found it on google earth when I searched for the haunted castle at Craig Y Nos ?

 

[Clio_fool]

Roads are fine, they don’t hurt anyone, it’s the users that cause issues like this Ford Focus driver ?

Found it on google earth when I searched for the haunted castle at Craig Y Nos ?View attachment 1396771

He das just following the sat nav. Turn right, duh OK!

 

[Jon46]

He das just following the sat nav. Turn right, duh OK!

?

 

[MrBlonde]

Whats the B&B name mate? @Jon46

 

[Jon46]

Whats the B&B name mate? @Jon46

The Red Lion

https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=the+red+lion+llangadog&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en-gb&client=safari

 

[MrBlonde]

Just been having a quick look on routes,i came across this route.Can be done in a day i think if i read it right,can use this or get some info points from it.

https://slapadventures.com/blog/nor...ing_wp_cron=1544908574.2715070247650146484375

 

[MrBlonde]

Could maybe use the first part then come down the coast then back across to the finish point we decide on.Its only going to be a few days remember over a long weekend.

 

[MrBlonde]

@Mr R.

 

[Jon46]

I like waypoint 11, the B4391 ??

 

[MrBlonde]

So ive finally moved house & now i should be able to start to plan this little long weekend road trip.

Would 3 or 4 nights be best?,as i was thinking Start on lets say a Friday morning but then go to wales on the thurs night just to be ready for Fri morning.So wouldnt matter on what time arrive as thurs is just a Prep night i would say.

or

Just Get to Wales early Friday,meet at the first meeting point Breakfast & then set off to the next Stop point.

 

[Tim.]

In case it helps your planning, I'm going in a few weeks and here's my route. Start early doors, cruise down the M4 and get into Wales at a reasonable time, then enjoy the day.

https://goo.gl/maps/wxsQuKGJnXs

I've not planned my second day, I'll probably do that over breakfast in the morning.

 

[MrBlonde]

In case it helps your planning, I'm going in a few weeks and here's my route. Start early doors, cruise down the M4 and get into Wales at a reasonable time, then enjoy the day.

https://goo.gl/maps/wxsQuKGJnXs

I've not planned my second day, I'll probably do that over breakfast in the morning.

Yes mate great thank you,what are you doing about accommodation?

 

[Tim.]

Yes mate great thank you,what are you doing about accommodation?

Personally I just stay in the cheapest sea-front B&B in Aber.

Wales has thousands of hotels, B&Bs and campsites offering options to suit all budgets and needs, but finding somewhere which meets everyone in a group’s requirements could be tricky.

If it was me I’d pick a town, find somewhere you’re happy to stay then let everyone else do their own thing. If you all end up at the same place, great. If not, no big deal.

 

[MrBlonde]

Yeah i agree,all you need is a bed,shower & place to park.Would be good if everyone would agree to just using a hostel or something as cheap as chips & simple.

 

[MrBlonde]

@Tim. That route would be good for the last leg of the trip i think,as was thinking of starting at the top area by Snowdonia way then join your route then home,otherwise i would be coming back on myself as i will be heading to Essex.

Your have to post up a little thread mate with info & photos.

 

[Jon46]

Yeah i agree,all you need is a bed,shower & place to park.Would be good if everyone would agree to just using a hostel or something as cheap as chips & simple.

I completely agree, somewhere to park your car, bed and shower with an evening meal (or place close by) and a breakfast in the morning ??

 

[MrBlonde]

Ok cool,i shall start having a look at places/roads etc.Im looking at late Aug or Sept time to go.

 

[Clio_fool]

I'm the same, grub a couple of beers and a bed and preferably with all of us there so we can discuss the days driving. 3 or 4 nights sounds spot on so we don't feel like we need to cover too much ground each day.

 

[Spud]

Ok so who’s watching channel 4? Great British car journeys and in wales tonight ,[emoji1303]


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[Jon46]

Ok so who’s watching channel 4? Great British car journeys and in wales tonight ,[emoji1303]


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That’s gone completely under my radar! I will hunt it down on catch up, thanks for the heads up ??

 

[Clio_fool]

Yeah, will give that a watch tomorrow ?

 

[MrBlonde]

Yep got it on record,i think the main thing for us will be sorting accommodation for each night & sorting a date!

 

[Jon46]

@MrBlonde

You’ve created lots of interest for this little adventure ???

Would it be a good idea to set a date, and ask for a show of hands for those seriously interested?

Then we can look at booking hotels or b&b’s and planning a meeting point etc?

Can a moderator make this a sticky? If needed?

 

[Jon46]

In case it helps your planning, I'm going in a few weeks and here's my route. Start early doors, cruise down the M4 and get into Wales at a reasonable time, then enjoy the day.

https://goo.gl/maps/wxsQuKGJnXs

I've not planned my second day, I'll probably do that over breakfast in the morning.

Have you been yet @Tim. ?

 

[MrBlonde]

Yep ok,shall set a date soon and get a show of hands.

Also what date or dates do the school Holidays end?,as dont want to go during them.