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Llanfoist Fawr walks
The Sugar Loaf from near Abergavenny (short ascent)
Visorando Member
1.55 mi
+791 ft
-0 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Abergavenny (Monmouthshire)
This Monmouthshire walk offers a short and direct ascent of the Sugar Loaf, which lies a few miles west of Abergavenny. The route is generally easy to follow and should be saved for a fine day as the views from the summit are excellent in fine weather.
Ysgyryd Fawr (The Skirrid) near Abergavenny
2.81 mi
+1,010 ft
-1,004 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Llantilio Pertholey (Monmouthshire)
The Skirrid (Ysgyryd Fawr) is a solitary hill rising from the countryside to the east of Abergavenny. This walk takes the most direct route to the summit and includes a steep ascent. The return route takes through pleasat woodland on the western flank of the hill.
Day 7 of the Brecon Beacons Way - YHA Llangattock to Llantony
Association / Club / Walk leader15.09 mi
+3,419 ft
-3,661 ft
9h 55
Average
Departure from Llangattock (Powys)
This route takes us across the River Usk and through Crickhowell, up Table Mountain to visit Crug Hywel (fort), over the Grwyne Fechan valley, up to Crug Mawr and down into Grwyne Fawr valley. It passes Partrishow Church, parts of which date from before 1065. Then it's a climb up Garn Wen and Bâl Bach before dropping down to Llantony and the Prior.
Day 8 of the Brecon Beacons Way - Llantony to Abergavenny Station
13.53 mi
+2,211 ft
-2,743 ft
8h 10
Average
Departure from Crucorney (Monmouthshire)
The route goes south from Llantony Priory over Hatterall Hill, where it joins the Offa’s Dyke for 4.5km, down to the village of Llanvihangel Crucorney, which has an inn that dates back to the 11th century and up The Skirrid (also known as Holy Mountain), which rises to 486m. Finally, the route finds its way into Abergavenny and terminates at the station.
Dingestow Discoveries
AONB5.47 mi
+669 ft
-650 ft
3h 05
Average
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.
Day 6 of the Brecon Beacons Way - YHA Danywenallt to YHA Llangattock
17.65 mi
+3,412 ft
-2,972 ft
11h 05
Average
Departure from Talybont-on-Usk (Powys)
The route goes from YHA to YHA but essentially follows the Brecon Beacons Way going west-to-east. This section goes through a Site of Special Scientific Interest as it passes Llangorse Lake (Lyn Syfaddan). Formed in the Ice Age, it is one of the few naturally eutrophic lakes in Wales and is of national if not international importance.
Lodge Hill
3.11 mi
+463 ft
-443 ft
1h 50
Average
Departure from Caerleon (Newport)
Lodge Hill Circular Walk in Caerleon. Mostly rural paths with some stiles and kissing gates. Some steep sections. Spectacular views from the high ground over the River Usk and the City of Newport. Look out for the distinct Lodge Hill Circular Walk Waymark Disc.
Into The Black Mountains
12.09 mi
+2,641 ft
-2,664 ft
7h 50
Average
Departure from Craswall (Herefordshire)
This walk leads you up into the black mountains starting along the cat's back, taking in 3 peaks, crossing the England/Wales boarder and across the highest road pass in Wales.
Fourteen Locks
2.99 mi
+344 ft
-371 ft
1h 40
Average
Departure from Rogerstone (Newport)
A refreshing walk following the surfaced towpaths of the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal with some steep steps,
stiles and uneven field paths further along requiring sturdy footwear.
Langstone-Penhow
8.94 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.
Rhiwderin
4.26 mi
+689 ft
-669 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Graig (Newport)
Mostly rural paths, woodland tracks with some steep climbs, stiles and gates to negotiate. Enjoy great views over the rolling countryside around Machen. Look out for the distinct Rhiwderin Circular Walk Waymark Disc.
Craswall Priory & Hay Bluff
6.18 mi
+705 ft
-728 ft
3h 25
Average
Departure from Craswall (Herefordshire)
This Herefordshire walk offers some wonderful views of the Black Mountains without too much ascent. The route follows tracks and paths north of Craswall and includes the opportunity to visit the remains of Craswall Abbey. Despite the title, an ascent of Hay Bluff is not included but could easily be added to the route.
Llanwern Hill
3.11 mi
+161 ft
-177 ft
1h 35
Average
Departure from Bishton (Newport)
An exhilarating walk with some steep inclines and declines requiring sturdy footwear but there are fine views along the way.
Michaelstone-y-Fedw
5.59 mi
+351 ft
-341 ft
2h 55
Average
Departure from Michaelston-y-Vedw (Newport)
Michaelstone-y-Fedw Circular Walk. Rural footpaths through woodland and pasture with some steep sections.
Stiles and gates to negotiate. Look out for the distinct Michaelstone-y-Fedw Circular Walk Waymark Disc.
Rhymney River
6.78 mi
+643 ft
-643 ft
3h 40
Easy
Departure from Michaelston-y-Vedw (Newport)
The Rhymney River Walk is a seven-mile circular walk around the lower Rhymney Valley.The short climbs through dappled woodland reward the walker with panoramic views of the valley floor and archaeological heritage of the area.
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!
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.