There is a choice of walks: The Bala Challenge is a strenuous circular walk Bala Lake (Llyn Tegid),

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The Bala Challenge is the premier walking event of Southern Snowdonia. The event is a Charity Walk, organised by the Bala & Penllyn Rotary Club, which raises funds for beneficiaries such as the North Wales Air Ambulance, Mountain Rescue Service & local good causes. Participants can raise funds for their own good cause or just enjoy the walk.
The first event was held in 2005 and the number of participants has increased each year to over 250. The event has raised over £14,000 directly ler and taking into account participants ler own sponsorship it is estimated that some £50,000 has been raised. ler
Features of the event are: Marvellous scenery of southern Snowdonia ler Choice of route of various distances A serious walk of 20 miles, over 4,000 ft Family walk with return by steam railway Feeding station & refreshments at the finish Circular walk or transport provided
This will be an opportunity to experience the outstanding scenery of southern Snowdonia, North Wales, with views of the largest natural lake in Wales, ler surrounded by three mountain ranges (Berwyn, Aran, Arenig) and a possibility to observe the natural wildlife including Buzzards and Red Kites. The route has been chosen to maximise the views over a variety of terrain including farmland, moorland and forest.
There is a choice of walks: The Bala Challenge is a strenuous circular walk Bala Lake (Llyn Tegid), including part of the Aran ridge, ler starting ler and finishing at the Penllyn Leisure Centre, in Bala. The walk is 20 miles (32 km) long with a total ascent of 4,100ft (1,250m). The Bala Lake Circuit is a circular walk around Bala Lake starting and finishing at the Penllyn Leisure Centre, in Bala. The walk is 14 miles (23km) long with a total ascent of 2,700ft (800m). Bala Lake Walk: suitable for family groups, is a linear walk along the south-east side of Bala Lake starting at the Penllyn Leisure Centre in Bala and finishing in Llanuwchllyn. ler The walk is 8 miles (13km) long with a total ascent of 1,700ft (510m). Return to the start may be by steam railway or provided by the organisers. Guided Walk circular of 2 hours with a local expert who will provide information on wildlife .
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