FlintShotton

Flisho three
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By David Sanderson on 25 Nov 2023


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9km/6mi

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Description

Uses the Wales Coastal Path as template. Mainly paved. Can get muddy at the Flint end. Some steps

Uses the Wales Coastal Path as template. Mainly paved. Can get muddy at the Flint end. Some steps

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Reviews - 3

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Is this route good enough? -  Yes (3)

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Surveys

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Description Note
Grade 4: Route includes very rough surfaces including deep ruts, steep loose gravel, unmade paths and deep muddy sections. Wheelchairs may experience traction/wheel spin issues.
Access grade X: At least one stile, flight of steps or other obstacle that is highly likely to block access for wheelchair and scooter users.
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Facilities

Facilities in the middle third of this route.

Not present at time of survey Public toilet (1)
Not present at time of survey Wheelchair accessible toilet (1)
Present at time of survey Supermarket (1)
Present at time of survey Restaurant (1)
Maybe present Vegan restaurant (1)
Present at time of survey Accommodation (1)
Maybe present Accommodation < £50 (1)
Not present at time of survey Campsite (1)
Not present at time of survey Bothy (1)
Not present at time of survey Free wifi (1)
Maybe present Public phone (1)
Present at time of survey Mobile phone coverage (1)
Not present at time of survey Train station (1)
Not present at time of survey Bench (1)
Not present at time of survey Picnic table (1)
Present at time of survey Bus stop (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry (1)

Challenges

Potential challenges reported on this route. Some challenges are seasonal.

Not present at time of survey Scrambling (1)
Maybe present Wading (1)
Not present at time of survey Swimming (1)
Not present at time of survey Climbing (1)
Not present at time of survey Stepping stones (1)
Maybe present Very slippery (1)
Present at time of survey Very muddy (1)
Maybe present Very icy (1)
Maybe present Likely to flood (1)
Maybe present Long grass sections (1)
Not present at time of survey Crops encroaching on path (1)
Not present at time of survey Diverted path (1)

Obstacles

Obstacles on this route.

Not present at time of survey Stiles (1)
Present at time of survey Step and kerbs (1)
Not present at time of survey Possible to avoid steps, if applicable (1)
Present at time of survey Flights of steps (1)
Present at time of survey Gates (1)
Present at time of survey Kissing gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Locked gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Disables access gates (1)
Present at time of survey Cycle barriers (1)
Not present at time of survey Ladders (1)
Not present at time of survey Cattle grids (1)
Not present at time of survey Fords (1)
Present at time of survey Narrow bridges (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry required (1)
Present at time of survey Acceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Unacceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Dangerous road crossings (1)
Present at time of survey Walking on paths beside roads (1)
Not present at time of survey Walking on verges beside roads (1)
Present at time of survey Railway crossings (1)
Not present at time of survey River crossings (1)
Not present at time of survey Cattle possible (1)
Not present at time of survey Horses possible (1)
Present at time of survey Tidal area (1)
Not present at time of survey Potential falls (1)
Present at time of survey Exposed to elements (1)
Not present at time of survey Remote area (1)
Not present at time of survey Mountainous area (1)
Not present at time of survey Military training area (1)
Not present at time of survey No visible path (1)
Present at time of survey Seasonal nesting birds (1)
Not present at time of survey Other hazards (1)

Accessibility

Is this route step and stile free?

Present at time of survey Free of stiles (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of single steps/kerbs (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of flights of steps (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of other obstacles (1)

Measurements

Surveyors were asked to measure the narrowest and steepest parts of paths.

The narrowest part of the path is 40.0cm (1)

The steepest uphill gradient walking East 9.0% (1)

The steepest uphill gradient walking West 14.0% (1)

The steepest camber gradient across the path 10.0% (1)

How clear is the waymarking on the route: Unclear in places (1)

Successfully completed

We asked route surveyors "Have you successfully completed this route with any of the following? If so, would you recommend it to someone with the same requirements?". Here is how they replied.

Small Pug-sized dog (0)
Small Labrador-sized dog (0)
Large St. Bernard-sized dog (0)
Standard pram (0)
Off-road rugged pram (0)
Standard wheelchair (0)
Off-road rugged wheelchair (0)
Standard mobility scooter (0)
Off-road rugged mobility scooter (0)

Recommended by an expert

We asked route surveyors "Are you a trained access professional, officer or expert? If so, is this route suitable for someone travelling with any of the following?" Here is how they replied.

Small Pug-sized dog (0)
Small Labrador-sized dog (0)
Large St. Bernard-sized dog (0)
Standard pram (0)
Off-road rugged pram (0)
Standard wheelchair (0)
Off-road rugged wheelchair (0)
Standard mobility scooter (0)
Off-road rugged mobility scooter (0)

Terrain

We asked route surveyors to estimate how much of the route goes through different kinds of terrain.

There is no data on how much of this route is on roads

There is no data on how much of this route is lit at night

Thereis no data on amount of route paved

There is no data on muddiness

There is no data on rough ground

There is no data on long grass

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4X March 2024 by Mary Oz
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Start and end points

Flint
Grid Ref SJ2452373118
Lat / Lon 53.24970° / -3.13265°
Easting / Northing 324,523E / 373,118N
What3Words nerves.refills.sleepy
Shotton
Grid Ref SJ3069368861
Lat / Lon 53.21229° / -3.03927°
Easting / Northing 330,693E / 368,861N
What3Words ambient.happier.inspects

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reviews


Howard White

28 Nov 2024 Autumn

Mainly signposted as Wales Coast path (except for small deviation over a stepped footbridge and minor tarmac path near Dee View Road Connahs Quay). Unfortunately a lot of road/pavement walking.


Mary Oz

17 Mar 2024 Winter

I started from Flint, which looked an interesting place, with a castle and intriguing old buildings along the main road centre. The marshes were lovely, with a bleak, remote feel, overlooking the Dee Estuary and the Wirral. Despite a lot of recent wet weather, and a recent very high tide, my feet, in waterproof trail shoes, stayed dry, although boots might have been better. The marsh had bridges or boardwalk across the wettest parts. I saw/heard curlew, oyster catchers and great egrets. Leaving the marsh area, there was a pedestrian level crossing to negotiate.
Unfortunately, about 40%-50% of the route is along main roads, but it is the most direct route and is probably the best available as it is all part of the Wales Coast Path. The pavements are wide, and the crossing places indicated are all well-chosen and defined. The huge power station and cable-stay bridge are notable structures that you can’t miss!
Where the route finally left the road again at Golftyn, I briefly struggled to find the path – it was right alongside some housing the far side of the car sales yard, and not through the car sales yard as indicated on the OS Map.
The stepped footbridge over the railway gave a great view of the awesome Flintshire Bridge, but I needed to look out for dogmuck along the footpath alongside the railway. After this it was fun being next to the estuary again, and the Connah’s Quay wharf area.
From here it was not far into Shotton and the end of the route by the station, shops and pubs.
This route has a lot to commend it, but I wish there was a way of avoiding all that main road.


David Sanderson

26 Nov 2023 Autumn

Safe and mostly direct. I started this route from Shotton, which is well connected with trains from three different directions. The high street has a couple of pubs, a few takeaways and a number of Eastern European supermarkets if you need supplies. It's not long until you're headed away, over the stepped railway bridge into a park which leads to the Wales Coastal Path and the River Dee. It's here that things become truly interesting, as you get a sense of the nautical heritage of the place as well as the local quarrying. At 2km in, there are a couple of cafes with quirky themes. In Connahs Quay, the route joins the main road which, if you follow the plotting, never runs out of pavement. There's some time away from the main road as you pass the power station but then you rejoin it to enter Flint. The section of pavement into Flint is the least enjoyable of the walk as the road is busy, but there are a few interesting historical buildings on the way. Leaving the main road, and using a level crossing you reach the best, and muddiest section of the walk as you experience the wide open space of the Dee Estuary. There are views over to the West Wirral and to the Irish Sea. It is popular with other walkers and is rich in sea birds. A promenade leads to Flint Castle and the Life Boat Station and it's a short walk into town from there. The meeting place is by the busy station. There are pubs and takeaways nearby.


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