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Devauden walks
Tintern’s Hidden History
AONB
10.84 mi
+1,634 ft
-1,657 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Devauden (Monmouthshire)
The route is a mixture of green lanes, forestry tracks and tarmac lanes. There are steep uphill climbs out of Tintern on either side of the Angidy Valley. The route is way-marked. Look out for these along the way. Numbers on the map relate to numbers in the text. You can start at any point and go in either direction (these directions follow a clockwise route). This route links up with the northern Wye Valley trail, Whitestone, Whitebrook and the Wye.
Angidy Trail
3.84 mi
+577 ft
-558 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Wye Valley (Monmouthshire)
Follow the Angidy Trail and discover Tintern’s hidden industry – the furnace, forge and wireworks, the workers’ cottages, limekilns, tidal dock and church where generations of metal workers were baptised, married and buried.
The Angidy valley
Association / Club / Walk leader3.82 mi
+502 ft
-482 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Wye Valley (Monmouthshire)
Woodland walking and industrial heritage on a walk with several options for short-cuts.
Offa’s Dyke and the Devil’s Pulpit
5.72 mi
+814 ft
-810 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Wye Valley (Monmouthshire)
Outward along an old tramway, with a high- level return offering fabulous views.
Brockweir and the Wye
3.10 mi
+190 ft
-190 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Wye Valley (Monmouthshire)
Along and across the Wye to a historic English village, returning via woodland.
Whitestone, Whitebrook and the Wye
14.44 mi
+1,529 ft
-1,532 ft
8h 00
Moderate
Departure from Wye Valley (Monmouthshire)
Explore our fabulous Monmouthshire countryside. Enjoy riverside views beside the Wye and discover hidden heritage along the way.
Whitestone
2.06 mi
+194 ft
-203 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Wye Valley (Monmouthshire)
There is a gentle uphill incline near the start of this mainly level woodland walk. There are stunning views down into the Wye Valley and a stop at the waterfall that may have been the sounding cataract, in Wordsworth’s ‘Lines written a few miles above Tintern Abbey’.
Brockweir
2.33 mi
+33 ft
-36 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Wye Valley (Monmouthshire)
A figure of eight walk centred on the delightful village of Brockweir. The walk is mainly level along the Wye Valley on old railway tracks, the riverbank and minor roads, part in Wales and part in Gloucestershire.
Trellech Beacon
3.12 mi
+351 ft
-348 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Trellech United (Monmouthshire)
A circular route on Trellech Beacon with stunning views to the Wye Valley below and the Forest of Dean, Malverns and Cotswolds in the distance.
Wordsworth
2.05 mi
+699 ft
-689 ft
1h 35
Moderate
Departure from Wye Valley (Monmouthshire)
Through riverside meadows and along village tracks, climbing in the footsteps of William Wordsworth to the Bread and Cheese viewpoint and Cleddon Shoots waterfall.
Picturesque Piercefield
8.58 mi
+1,375 ft
-1,378 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Chepstow (Monmouthshire)
Follow in the footsteps of the Wye Tourists and discover the picturesque viewpoints of Piercefield Park. These walks take you across the Piercefield Estate, retracing the paths laid out in the 1750s by Valentine Morris, the owner of Piercefield.
The Lancaut Peninsular
6.08 mi
+725 ft
-745 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Chepstow (Monmouthshire)
Follow the path above limestone cliffs where peregrines nest, to the lost medieval village of Lancaut and the ruins of St James’ church.
Dingestow Discoveries
5.47 mi
+669 ft
-650 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Mitchel Troy (Monmouthshire)
Enjoy spectacular views towards the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons, keep your eyes peeled for lots of wonderful wildlife, and discover hidden heritage along the way.
In the woods - The Wye Valley
6.67 mi
+1,135 ft
-1,145 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Trellech United (Monmouthshire)
A route through woodland on clear wide tracks.
Puddingstone and pub trail
3.37 mi
+623 ft
-620 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Trellech United (Monmouthshire)
A walk uncovering Penallt’s hidden millstone industry. With some steep steps, uphill sections and uneven paths. Best enjoyed in spring and early summer when the bluebells and wildflower meadows are at their peak. This walk takes you to a millstone quarry, to the riverside where millstones were loaded onto trows and passes two pubs where you can enjoy a glass of local cider!
Langstone-Penhow
Visorando Member8.94 mi
+1,171 ft
-1,171 ft
5h 10
Easy
Departure from Langstone (Newport)
Mostly rural paths with some stiles, kissing gates and steep climbs with fantastic views over Wentwood and surrounding countryside.
Look out for the distinct Langstone-Penhow Circular Walk Waymark Disc.
Magor Caldicot Levels
6.15 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Magor with Undy (Monmouthshire)
An easy circular walk starting and finishing in the village of Magor, Monmouthshire; taking in the village of Redwick, the Caldicot Levels and the Wales Coastal Path. Follows relatively quiet country lanes and farm tracks plus along the sea wall following the WCP. Very flat!
Llanwern Hill
3.11 mi
+161 ft
-177 ft
1h 35
Moderate
Departure from Bishton (Newport)
An exhilarating walk with some steep inclines and declines requiring sturdy footwear but there are fine views along the way.
Redwick
4.88 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Redwick (Newport)
A pleasant mix of rural footpaths and a refreshing coastal walk. Many stiles and narrow footbridges to cross, however, fields can be very muddy throughout winter. Limited car parking opposite Redwick Church.
Look out for the distinct Redwick Circular Walk Waymark Disc.
King Arthur’s Cave
8.01 mi
+1,178 ft
-1,178 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from West Dean (Gloucestershire)
The outward route is the quickest and easiest route to Symonds Yat. The return is more adventurous, seeking out the impressive King Arthur’s Cave and secret viewpoints over the Wye Gorge.
Staunton & English Bicknor
11.47 mi
+1,289 ft
-1,283 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from West Dean (Gloucestershire)
Featuring the impressive Suck Stone and Near Hearkening Rocks, two medieval churches, a lengthy section along the Wye, the Yat Rock viewpoint and a quiet stream valley, this walk offers an in-depth introduction to the landscapes of the Forest of Dean.
Symonds Yat via Biblins
5.75 mi
+669 ft
-676 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from West Dean (Gloucestershire)
The most straightforward route to and from Symonds Yat, featuring an old mine, a significant riverside stretch and of course the classic viewpoint of Symonds Yat. Look out for Peregrine Falcons and Goshawks overhead.
Wimberry from Mile End
2.69 mi
+371 ft
-371 ft
1h 35
Moderate
Departure from Coleford (Gloucestershire)
Starting at Mile End in the Forest of Dean visit the magical old quarries that have been reclaimed by nature. If you mooch about here you may find an old WW2 firing range used by the home guard. Continue down the valley where you may see old mines, then turn sharp right by a high old stone wall. The narrow path takes you back up to Perch Enclosure with magnificent pine trees. Take the loop around, past the old campsite and back onto the track where you started.