We are the Bristol Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Graham S.
A return to this short, scenic, interesting, circular walk full of history down the ages and spectacular views over the River Severn. We shall walk along the Welsh Coast Path close to the Prince Of Wales Bridge and look over towards Avonmouth and Bristol from the Gwent levels. And there's a new improved end to the walk! We shall return on a section of the new 'Dinham Railway' footpath/ cycleway.
The walk passes a neolithic long barrow, an Iron Age and subsequently Roman fort, a Norman castle and Victorian and Twentieth Century engineering. We shall pause to give time to look at information boards as we walk. If your preference is for sustained walking this walk may not be for you.
We start at the magnificent Caldicot Castle which is well worth time to explore before or after the walk. There's a small cafe for drinks, cakes and ice creams but it does not serve lunch - sandwiches, salads etc.
The walk is almost flat throughout and is easy walking. On 12 July there were no nettles or long grass, so if you prefer shorts then these should be ok. There is no need for heavy boots - walking shoes or stout trainers will be sufficient.
There's a free car park at Caldicot Castle and Country Park, on the edge of Caldicot. Park in either the first car park on the left or, if the gate's unlocked, follow the road ahead and park opposite the castle entrance. We'll start walking from the castle entrance. Caldicot Station is a 1 hr journey from Bristol Temple Meads. It is then a 25 minute walk to the Castle. Alternatively Severn Tunnel Junction station is a 25 minute journey and it is then a 50 minute walk to the Castle.
