Hello,
The route from Flint to Prestatyn is still fluid. Apparently money has been
made available for a low level coastal route between the two places, but for
the time being, it still takes in the views from the top of the Halkyn
mountain. From Flint, head along the main road (pavement is dual use) and
then into Bagillt. I believe the route then climbs up the hill next to the
Blossoms pub, which is a good challenge. It is long, steep and doesn't take
prisoners. It does level out after perhaps 200m of climbing and, I believe
goes under the A55 and heads up into Pentre Halkyn, about another 70m of
climbing. Right at the sharp left and 2nd left signposted to Brynford. This
will take you over the Halkyn Mountain and heading North you go through the
village of Brynford (past my house), into Gorsedd. Leaving Whitford, the
official route takes in a big'ish climb. But as an alternative, after going
through Whitford, the road is quite level and if you take the first road on
you left, it climbs gradually and brings you back onto the route. Head for
Llanasa, turn right in the village and left after about a km. Nice descent
down to Gronant. Cross the main road heading for the beach and pick up the
cycle track which takes you across the golf course into Prestatyn. A nice
route, but best done Prestatyn to Flint.
For Prestatyn to Colwyn Bay, either way is good and 95% on cycle track with
no cars. Park in Prestatyn near the beaches/Nova centre and the cycle track
is close by. Head west and along the prom into Rhyl. You have to go onto the
road at Rhyl to cross the river via the blue bridge and then turn right
about half a km along heading for Asda. Go past Asda and pick up the cycle
track again. That takes you all the way to Colwyn Bay and Rhos on Sea.
Virtually flat all the way.
Hope that helps. If you need more info, just ask
Graham
