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Pontypool Group

We are the Pontypool 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

Overview

A walk following the newly developed Llabadoc Geology Trail with the geologist (Elen) who instigated its development. Leaving Usk we pass by the birthplace of Alfred Russell Wallace then climb up to Cefn Ila before returning to Usk via woodland & fields. During the walk Elen will point out the geology of the surrounding countryside and visit locations where fossils are evident.

This is our summer evening walk. It also includes footpaths and gates which Pontypool Ramblers helped Monmouthshire CC to maintain.

Friday, 14 July 2023
Start time:
6:00 pm
Estimated finish time:
8:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
6.9km / 4.3mi
Ascent:
213.4m / 700ft
Type:
circular

* Pre-booking requested. Please message walk leader (Graeme Cox)

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 37499 00701
Nearest postcode:
NP15 1AT
what3words:
stirs.crabmeat.lock
Start time:
6:00 pm

Maryport Street North Car Park, Usk.

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