Garway Hill from Garway Common

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Overview

Generally undulating paths, lanes and bridleways will take us past WW2 relics on the hill, with 360 degree views, before winding above the secluded Monnow Valley to visit a rare Knights Templar Church. Some unusual signs can be seen en-route.

Saturday, 28 February 2026

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

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:: 379.2m / 1244ft
Type:: circular

Pre-booking requested. Please message walk leader, Colin Watson (07799 880384)

Features

Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SO 46547 22699
Nearest postcode:: HR2 8RN
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Roadside on Garway Common Road, close to The Garway Moon pub.

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