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Lower Wye Group

We are the Lower 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

Starting from Chepstow Leisure Centre the route follows the Wye Valley Walk past Piercefield and the Giants Cave before climbing up to the Eagle's Nest with its views over the River Wye and the Severn Estuary.  The return is via St Arvans.

Sunday, 5 November 2023
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
200m / 656ft
Type:
circular

Bring a packed lunch. 

There are several stiffish climbs, and after the forecast rain, conditions underfoot could be wet and slippery so good footwear is essential.

Check this website for any updates prior to Sunday

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 52879 94307
Nearest postcode:
NP16 5NZ
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Start time:
10:00 am

Chepstow Leisure Centre car park, off Welsh Street, Chepstow

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