Llangollen

We took the narrow, winding canal through to Llangollen for a couple of days.

Llangollen motorcycle Festival

Although it is only 4 miles, it took us approximately 3 hours!  At times you have to  check if another boat is coming in the opposite direction as there isn't the room for two boats to pass.  It is lovely and scenic but you have to concentrate the whole length due to the depth of the canal in places and other boaters.   The moorings in Llangollen basin are lovely and there are plenty (maximum stay 48 hours).      The Llangollen motorcycle festival was in full flow when we arrived.  We had a walk to horseshoe falls, where the canal begins its life, passing the horse drawn trip boat on the way.    Llangollen canal is a bustling tourist town with many shops and attractions.

Ruins of Dinas Bran Castle

Whilst we were moored in the basin we also walked up to the ruins of Dinas Bran Castle, a medieval fortress abandoned in 1277.  There are amazing views from the top, well worth the hike and a slight diversion due to Nugget!

It was lovely to see Martin and Andrea who joined us for the return journey to Trevor Basin.  After previous failed attempts by Helen and Chris, and with Martin and Andrea's support, we 'enjoyed' the complete walk across the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.  Thanks to Martin, we also had a drive up the Horseshoe Pass - truly amazing views from the top and a lovely calm sunny day.