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Ross-on-Wye Group

We are the Ross-on-Wye Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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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

The walk follows the canal before heading up through woodland into pasture and stunning viewpoints. By crossing some upland bog we join the Cambrian Way and follow the old mining routes. A fairly steep descent takes us back to the Usk valley walk along the canal.

Saturday, 21 June 2025
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.4km / 10.2mi
Ascent:
448.1m / 1470ft
Type:
circular

Bring plenty of liquids and a packed lunch.

Please note an early start to facilitate using a relatively small car park. Please car share where possible. Wilton Road car park meeting at 08.30.

Please text Barbara on 07845466101 to book a place on the walk.

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 20896 17453
Nearest postcode:
NP8 1LA
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observer.trailer.relies
Start time:
9:30 am

The car park is off Hillside Road.

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