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Ross-on-Wye Group

We are the Ross-on-Wye Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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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
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
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Overview

Starting with a small taste of the Sculpture Trail, we walk on a hidden path alongside Cannop Ponds, then return through quiet woodlands and forest clearings to reach the Cyril Hart Arboretum, where we shall find some regal trees. Mostly forestry tracks, some shared with cycles, with some smaller and therefore muddier footpaths. One steady climb, no stiles.

Tuesday, 31 March 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:45 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
124.7m / 409ft
Type:
circular

Bring plenty to drink and a mid-morning snack if desired.

We start and finish close to the Speech House Hotel, if you're looking for lunch.

Dogs welcome but will mostly need to be on a short lead.

Car sharing encouraged.

Booking essential - limited to 25 walkers. Please text Katie on 07580758908 to book.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 62362 12449
Nearest postcode:
GL16 7EL
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Start time:
10:00 am

Speech House Woodland car park, on the B4226 between the Speech House Hotel and Cinderford

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
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking