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Store 6th June 2026, Waun Fach & the Dragon’s Back Ridge Summer Hike
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6th June 2026, Waun Fach & the Dragon’s Back Ridge Summer Hike

from £15.00

🧭 SUMMER GUIDED HIKE IN THE BLACK MOUNTAINS | £30 ADULTS | £15 UNDER 18s | MAX 15 SPOTS!

🔵 BOOK NOW – CONQUER THE HIGHEST PEAK IN THE BLACK MOUNTAINS! | Start: 10am | Duration: ~6.5 hours | Distance: 15km circular from Pengenffordd | Difficulty: Intermediate | Age 12+ | Fully guided by a qualified Mountain Leader 🥾

🏔️ WAUN FACH & THE DRAGON’S BACK RIDGE – A spectacular summer hike taking in the highest peak in the Black Mountains (811m) and the dramatic spine of the Dragon’s Back ridge. We’ll start with a steady climb along the undulating ridge before crossing open moorland to reach Waun Fach’s summit plateau. Panoramic views stretch across the Brecon Beacons, Cambrian Mountains, and into England.

WHAT TO EXPECT: 🏞️ Dramatic ridge walking | 🌄 Panoramic mountain views | 📸 A rewarding summit experience

WHY JOIN? ✔️ Led by Dr James Wilkinson, qualified Summer Mountain Leader with 15+ years’ experience | ✔️ Friendly, supportive small group | ✔️ A must-do for anyone who loves dramatic mountain ridges

🗣️ “One of the best ridge walks I’ve done – felt like a real mountain adventure!” – Steve, Jun 2024
🗣️ “James made the climb feel achievable and fun – even the steep bits!” – Laura, Jul 2024
✅ 4.9/5 average rating from previous walkers

📌 GOOD TO KNOW: Booking closes Thursday 4th Jun at 6pm | Full joining info sent after booking | Refundable up to 48 hours before | Well-behaved dogs on leads welcome 🐕

🎟️ READY TO JOIN US? Hit “Purchase” now to secure your place on this incredible Black Mountains adventure!

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🧭 SUMMER GUIDED HIKE IN THE BLACK MOUNTAINS | £30 ADULTS | £15 UNDER 18s | MAX 15 SPOTS!

🔵 BOOK NOW – CONQUER THE HIGHEST PEAK IN THE BLACK MOUNTAINS! | Start: 10am | Duration: ~6.5 hours | Distance: 15km circular from Pengenffordd | Difficulty: Intermediate | Age 12+ | Fully guided by a qualified Mountain Leader 🥾

🏔️ WAUN FACH & THE DRAGON’S BACK RIDGE – A spectacular summer hike taking in the highest peak in the Black Mountains (811m) and the dramatic spine of the Dragon’s Back ridge. We’ll start with a steady climb along the undulating ridge before crossing open moorland to reach Waun Fach’s summit plateau. Panoramic views stretch across the Brecon Beacons, Cambrian Mountains, and into England.

WHAT TO EXPECT: 🏞️ Dramatic ridge walking | 🌄 Panoramic mountain views | 📸 A rewarding summit experience

WHY JOIN? ✔️ Led by Dr James Wilkinson, qualified Summer Mountain Leader with 15+ years’ experience | ✔️ Friendly, supportive small group | ✔️ A must-do for anyone who loves dramatic mountain ridges

🗣️ “One of the best ridge walks I’ve done – felt like a real mountain adventure!” – Steve, Jun 2024
🗣️ “James made the climb feel achievable and fun – even the steep bits!” – Laura, Jul 2024
✅ 4.9/5 average rating from previous walkers

📌 GOOD TO KNOW: Booking closes Thursday 4th Jun at 6pm | Full joining info sent after booking | Refundable up to 48 hours before | Well-behaved dogs on leads welcome 🐕

🎟️ READY TO JOIN US? Hit “Purchase” now to secure your place on this incredible Black Mountains adventure!

Route Map & Pin Badge
Route Map & Pin Badge
£3.00
A full-filling pack lunch and snacks
A full-filling pack lunch and snacks
£5.00
Optional Car Transport – Brewood or Tamworth Pickup (£10)
Optional Car Transport – Brewood or Tamworth Pickup (£10)
£10.00

🧭 SUMMER GUIDED HIKE IN THE BLACK MOUNTAINS | £30 ADULTS | £15 UNDER 18s | MAX 15 SPOTS!

🔵 BOOK NOW – CONQUER THE HIGHEST PEAK IN THE BLACK MOUNTAINS! | Start: 10am | Duration: ~6.5 hours | Distance: 15km circular from Pengenffordd | Difficulty: Intermediate | Age 12+ | Fully guided by a qualified Mountain Leader 🥾

🏔️ WAUN FACH & THE DRAGON’S BACK RIDGE – A spectacular summer hike taking in the highest peak in the Black Mountains (811m) and the dramatic spine of the Dragon’s Back ridge. We’ll start with a steady climb along the undulating ridge before crossing open moorland to reach Waun Fach’s summit plateau. Panoramic views stretch across the Brecon Beacons, Cambrian Mountains, and into England.

WHAT TO EXPECT: 🏞️ Dramatic ridge walking | 🌄 Panoramic mountain views | 📸 A rewarding summit experience

WHY JOIN? ✔️ Led by Dr James Wilkinson, qualified Summer Mountain Leader with 15+ years’ experience | ✔️ Friendly, supportive small group | ✔️ A must-do for anyone who loves dramatic mountain ridges

🗣️ “One of the best ridge walks I’ve done – felt like a real mountain adventure!” – Steve, Jun 2024
🗣️ “James made the climb feel achievable and fun – even the steep bits!” – Laura, Jul 2024
✅ 4.9/5 average rating from previous walkers

📌 GOOD TO KNOW: Booking closes Thursday 4th Jun at 6pm | Full joining info sent after booking | Refundable up to 48 hours before | Well-behaved dogs on leads welcome 🐕

🎟️ READY TO JOIN US? Hit “Purchase” now to secure your place on this incredible Black Mountains adventure!

Arrive between 9.30-10 am- There is a short introduction and briefing for the day

6-7 hour (approx. 10 km) Moderate - Hard hike including inclines, steps, summits/viewpoints

Lunch at the summit

Return to car park approx. 5-6pm based on group progress

* All walking routes are subject to change based on client’s experience, skill, fitness, and weather conditions

Summit Explorers

Contact

📧 Email: James@summitexplorers.co.uk

📞 Phone: 07814902185

Location

Tamworth, B79 7SG