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One Castle Walk from Skenfrith

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Overview

An energetic walk in the Monnow valley from Skenfrith along the Three Castles Walk towards Grosmont to several viewpoints. The return is along Black Brook. There will be an opportunity to look at the castle and the church at Skenfrith. 

This is the first of three planned walks, each visiting one of the castles on the Three Castles Walk. 

Saturday, 29 June 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
381m / 1250ft
Type:
circular

Booking essential, preferably by text message.

Sorry, no dogs

Bring packed lunch and plenty to drink

Car sharing available form Wilton Road car park at 9:15

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 45876 20310
Nearest postcode:
NP7 8UG
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Start time:
10:00 am

Lay by on the B4521 on the left when travelling from Ross, just before the bridge

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