ross-on-wye group logo

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.

Email

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

Overview

There is a choice of 4.7 or 9.5 miles. 

The morning walk heads north over the Worcestershire Beacon, returning on the east side of the hill. In the afternoon we will head south towards the Herefordshire Beacon before returning on the west side of the hill.

Tuesday, 30 December 2025
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
15.3km / 9.5mi
Ascent:
423.1m / 1388ft
Type:
circular

Booking essential, please text Barbara on 07845466101

Bring plenty to drink and a mid-morning snack. Those walking all day will need to bring a packed lunch.

Please note the start time of 9.30, earlier than usual for a Tuesday walk.

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 76868 43683
Nearest postcode:
WR14 4EJ
what3words:
betraying.regulate.unloading
Start time:
9:30 am

Upper Colwall. Meet at the bus shelter beside the Walwyn Road public toilets where the B4232 and B4218 meet. There are various car parks nearby.

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