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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.

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

A varied hillside and valley walk in the Black Hills with tremendous views on a good day. Starting from Llanthony Wood car park over to Forest Coal Pit before joining parts of the Cambrian Way heading north.  Then dropping down to the Honddu valley before climbing again above Cwmyoy.  Returning along a beautiful valley to the Honddu again and back to the cars. There are several stiles, several steep climbs and one steep descent. 

Saturday, 17 May 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
16.9km / 10.5mi
Ascent:
563.9m / 1850ft
Type:
circular

Bring a packed lunch and plenty of water. No dogs.

Please text or WhatsApp Mark on 07969 353203 to book a place on the walk.

For those wishing to car share we will be leaving Wilton Road car park at 8:50

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 30653 22159
Nearest postcode:
NP7 7PA
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Start time:
10:00 am

On the road towards Llanthony Priory, just past the Queens Head Pub, turn sharp left up the track for about 500m. The car park is on the right.

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