Penallt,near Monmouth. Register with Walk Leader George S. 07722 656016.

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Overview

A moderate 7 mile walk through woodland and along the banks of the river Wye.

The middle of the walk consists of a moderate climb from the river Wye to the old church at Penallt.

Meet 9.30am at rear of Ararat Church, Whitchurch Common for possible car share.

Nearest postcode: CF14 1PT

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Start walk 10.30am from Pelham Village Hall, Penallt

Nearest postcode: NP25 4AH

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Walkers are asked to carry In Case of Emergency information, this might be on a card, key fob or on their smartphone.

Wednesday, 28 May 2025

Meeting time:: 9:30 am
Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 4:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:: 321m / 1053ft
Type:: circular

Website:: https://www.cardifframblers.org.uk/walks

Local Grade: C

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Car parking available
Car sharing available
Dog friendly
No Stiles

Meeting point

Grid reference:: ST 15896 79780
Nearest postcode:: CF14 1PT
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Meeting time:: 9:30 am

rear Ararat Church, Whitchurch

Starting point

Grid reference:: SO 51766 09204
Nearest postcode:: NP25 4AH
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Start time:: 10:30 am

Pelham Village Hall, Penallt

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