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Merthyr Valley Group

We are the Merthyr Valley Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

From the Maryport Street North Car Park we head out of Usk in a north easterly direction passing Usk Castle.  The route takes us through farmland and woods until we drop back down to walk alongside the River Usk.  After walking a short distance through Usk we cross the bridge  and walk in a westerly direction through farmland and skirting Pant y Cwcw Wood.  We cross the bridge once again and retrace our steps to the car park.

Saturday, 7 March 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Following the recent heavy rain there are muddy sections to the walk and the use of walking poles is advised. Due to livestock and game bird feeding areas throughout the majority of the route dogs will need to be kept on a short lead. There are 6 well maintained stiles, with dog gates, on the route.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 37627 00785
Nearest postcode:
NP15 1ED
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Start time:
10:00 am

Maryport Street North Car Park, Usk, NP15 1BQ

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