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Forest of Dean Group

We are the Forest of Dean 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

Starting near HollyBush, circuit Midsummer Hill via The Gullet to visit the Obelisk, then follow the Geopark Way south to climb Ragged Stone Hill and Chase End Hill, then rejoining the Geopark way south to Redmarley D'Abitot. Head east to intersect the Three Choirs Way, following north back to HollyBush. Some very steep climbs and descents but thankfully fairly short. *** Sorry no dogs *** If bad weather is forecast please check the group website (fodramblers.org.uk) to confirm that the walk is going ahead
Thursday, 22 August 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
20.9km / 13.0mi
Ascent:
487.7m / 1600ft
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 76410 37601
Nearest postcode:
HR8 1EU
what3words:
maple.bridges.decimals
Start time:
10:00 am

Chase End Road Siding (HR8 1EU)

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