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A more serious omission in the text is that of a discussion on natural history. However, it was felt that the subject is more than adequately covered in specialised publications. One inclusion – as an appendix – is a guide to pronunciation and meaning of some Welsh words used in the main body of the guide.

For the benefit of those new to the area, or new to this style of walking, there are one or two general points and definitions worth emphasising.

Ridge Walking

The term is applied loosely throughout; so that in addition to following a narrow crest, a ridge walk may also be said to follow the high ground between summits, however broad it may be.

Scrambling

Sections of some of these routes follow narrow exposed ridges involving rock scrambling where hands are used to assist the ascent. While even the most awkward of those included here should be within the capability of seasoned walkers, it is worth remembering that adverse conditions of any kind may dramatically increase their difficulty.