Northern Nostalgia
Derek takes a dip in a glacial lake at Cadair Idris, and visits Portmeirion and Llangollen.
Derek gets some northern nostalgia as he remembers three of his best walks in north Wales.
Cadair Idris is a mountain steeped in legend and mythology - it's also one of Wales's most spectacular summits. Derek climbs to three peaks in this range and even braves an icy cold dip in its glacial lake, where the temperature, quite literally, takes his breath away.
The second walk Derek recalls is from the Italianate village of Portmeirion, where he also discovers Y Gwyllt - ‘the wild’ headland beyond.
Finally, Derek walks the Dee Valley Way, a stunning 13-mile route which takes him from the pretty town of Corwen to its larger and more bustling neighbour, Llangollen. On the walk, he learns of a warrior prince and leads a horse-drawn barge along the Llangollen canal.
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| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Derek Brockway |
| Director | Leanne Rene |
| Production Manager | Moira Edwards |
| Executive Producer | Paul Tucker |
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