Brockweir to Bigsweir circular - Ramblers

Ross-on-Wye Group

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Overview

From Brockweir heading north west along the Wye Valley Walk. Look out for 3 view points and also Cleddon Falls. We then head steeply down to Bigsweir and across the Wye. Climbing up on the upper Offas Dyke path (very steep in places), we head back to Brockweir.

Saturday, 3 January 2026

Start time:: 9:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Strenuous
Distance:: 14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:: 566m / 1857ft
Type:: circular

Numbers limited to 20. Booking essential. Text preferred.

Sorry no dogs.

Bring plenty to drink and a packed lunch.

Walking poles an advantage.

Features

Car parking available
Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SO 53686 01269
Nearest postcode:: NP16 7NX
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Start time:: 9:30 am

Taking the A466 south from Monmouth, there is a layby on the right just before Brockweir bridge. Car sharing available from Wilton Road car park leaving at 8.30am.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
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Register for an account for FREE