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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

Gradual descent through scrubland, woodland and open fields brings us to the village of Boughspring.  Following a gentle ascent to Offa's Dyke Path, there are fine views of the Severn Estuary.  Turning north we pass through well-wooded & forestry track sections of the Dyke Path and after a short stiff climb and brief descent reach the splendid viewpoint of the Devil's Pulpit high above Tintern and the River Wye.  Return to the start point is by way of the impressive heathland of The Park.

Tuesday, 25 July 2023
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:
158.5m / 520ft
Type:
circular

* Pre-booking requested. Please message walk leader (Peter Hulme).

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 55853 99285
Nearest postcode:
GL15 6PT
what3words:
rainbow.ridiculed.achieving
Start time:
10:00 am

Car park by the entrance to 'The Park' Tidenham Chase, on B4228 appox. mid-way between St Briavels & Chepstow.

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