Clearwell, Whitecliff, and Newland

Forest of Dean Group

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Overview

Two attractive villages, the ‘Cathedral of the Forest’, a historic furnace, and ,ancient iron mines. A hilly walk on field paths and green lanes. Starting in Coleford. From 'Exploring Historic Dean - Walk 9',W3W: iteration.reefs.smoking If bad weather is forecast please check the group website (fodramblers.org.uk) to confirm that the walk is going ahead

Sunday, 4 January 2026

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Website:: https://fodramblers.org.uk/programme/listing/?id=1521

Starting point

Grid reference:: SO 57640 10521
Nearest postcode:: GL16 8RH
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Coleford Main Car Park (GL16 8HA)

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