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Little Skirrid and Big Skirrid (please register with walk leader, text preferred)

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Overview

Starting from Abergavenny we climb Little Skirrid through the woods and then cross undulating farm land to the pretty church at Llandewi Skirrid. We walk beside Big Skirrid and make the ascent from the north end. The view from the top should be great and as we walk down the ridge, weather permitting. We return to Abergavenny across the golf course. 

Wednesday, 27 May 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:15 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
18km / 11.2mi
Ascent:
540m / 1772ft
Type:
circular

Local Grade: B

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 30124 13989
Nearest postcode:
NP7 5HF
what3words:
skid.attends.doctors
Start time:
10:00 am

Car park by the bus station and the Oasis Cafe. Weekday parking charges will apply.

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