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Overview

A circular walk around the high ground near Ruardean, starting from Pan Tod, the highest point of the Forest of Dean.

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Sunday, 5 April 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
182.9m / 600ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 63423 17064
Nearest postcode:
GL17 9AW
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Start time:
10:00 am

Pan Tod viewpoint

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