■ Distance: 5¾ miles/9.2km ■ Time: 3 hours ■ Grade: Moderate

NEWCASTLE AND MARDU CIRCULAR Level Easy Elevation gain 217m Length 6.1km (1hr 49min) Description This round-the-hill loop trail from Newcastle leads through peaceful rural landscapes and small village

■ Distance: 7¾ miles/12.6km ■ Time: 4½-6 hours ■ Grade: Moderate

Tracing its way along the Welsh coast, there’s more to the A487 than meets the eye

■ Distance: 9¼ miles/14.8km ■ Time: 4 hours ■ Grade: Moderate

■ Distance: 8½ miles/13.7km ■ Time: 5 hours ■ Grade: Challenging