Chepstow to Runston medieval village remains

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Overview

Setting off from Great Barnet Wood carpark near Chepstow, this walk will take us through woodland, fields and lanes to the site of the abandoned medieval village of Runston where Cadw has recently made the ruined church accessible.

Sunday, 1 February 2026

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:: 268.2m / 880ft
Type:: circular

Pre-booking requested. Please message the Walk Leader Diana A. (07789 606804) to book places on this walk.

Features

Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: ST 51289 94332
Nearest postcode:: NP16 6BJ
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Great Barnet Woods Car Park. OS Expl: OL14 Wye Valley

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