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Old 19-07-16, 08:23 PM   #1
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Good evening one and all. Sunday I will be travelling from Bath to home via the scenic route. As I know almost sod all about the roads in the area, I was hoping you could have a look at my proposed route and put me right. I'll be setting off early and get in at whatever time it takes. Don't forget home is north of Newcastle. https://goo.gl/maps/DtBAG1HkCN52
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Old 19-07-16, 10:30 PM   #2
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I would HIGHLY recommend the A483 Crossgates to Newtown. You are currently going to just miss it, but well worth the detour!

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Old 19-07-16, 10:34 PM   #3
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Bath to Stroud on the A46, then over to Gloucester, Ledbury, Hereford, Church Stretton kind of way, Welshpool and on.
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I'd say you have the section from Rhaeadr to Bala about right. Some nice scenic stuff there. A couple of little roads (Rhaeadr to Llanidloes) but as long as you keep your wits about you, it'll be fine.
The A483 Crossgates - Newtown road is ok but on a Sunday it's likely to be full of idiots.
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Old 20-07-16, 10:34 AM   #5
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I'd say you have the section from Rhaeadr to Bala about right. Some nice scenic stuff there. A couple of little roads (Rhaeadr to Llanidloes) but as long as you keep your wits about you, it'll be fine.
Agree that it's a good route, but if you want more scenery, I'd suggest the minor road from Dinas Mawddwy to Bala via the Bwlch-y-Groes. It's single track but a decent surface with some great views. https://goo.gl/maps/eNFy6eygSiS2
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The A483 Crossgates - Newtown road is ok but on a Sunday it's likely to be full of idiots.
Agreed!
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