Riverside Walk along the Usk and Grwyney.

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Overview

We will start our walk along the river Usk, before crossing the A40 to ascend via Rheld Wood. We then follow a path along the lovely river Grwyney before returning to Crickhowell via lanes and field paths at the foot of Table Mountain.

Sunday, 22 February 2026

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 10.5km / 6.5mi
Ascent:: 213.4m / 700ft
Type:: circular

There is a short steep section through woodland early in this walk and some sections of the walk may be very muddy.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:: SO 21864 18391
Nearest postcode:: NP8 1BN
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Beaufort Street Car Park, Crickhowell, Powys.

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