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Forest of Dean Group

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

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  • 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

Easing back into walking post the festive season with this wander to Lewstone and Ganarew before heading to King Arthur's Caves then back to Whitchurch via The Doward. Route takes in footpaths over fields, quiet lanes and forest trails with a total ascent of 1274ft. Expect mud and some sections may be slippery. Sorry, no dogs. If bad weather is forecast please check the group website (fodramblers.org.uk) to confirm that the walk is going ahead
Saturday, 6 January 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 54980 17591
Nearest postcode:
HR9 6FG
what3words:
twilight.interval.dreading
Start time:
10:00 am

Clock Tower, Whitchurch (HR9 6DB) having parked considerately in the village

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