Goodrich, Welsh Bicknor and Coppitt Hill

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Overview

A leisurely/moderate walk starting and finishing at the historic 11th century Goodrich Castle on the Herefordshire/Welsh Border - with easy access via the M5, M50 and A40. We walk through woodland then descend into the picturesque Wye Valley. We then follow the banks of the river passing Welsh Bicknor Youth Hostel before climbing Coppitt Hill, giving fine views across to the Welsh Mountains and then Descending to Goodrich where there is a nice cafe.

Sunday, 20 July 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:45 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:: 224m / 735ft
Type:: circular

Website:: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/goodrich-castle/

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SO 57554 19646
Nearest postcode:: HR9 6HU
what3words:: brew.remarried.rounds

Start time:: 10:00 am

Goodrich Castle Car Park,Castle Lane,Goodrich,Herefordshire £4 charge for all day,Free to English Heritage Members

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