Bishop's Wood Bimble

Forest of Dean Group

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Overview

From Kerne Bridge an exploration of Bulls, Leys and Howle Hills taking us up to Ruardean and back. Mix of footpaths, tracks and country lanes. Plenty of ups and downs and expect mud! No dogs. If bad weather is forecast please check the group website (fodramblers.org.uk) to confirm that the walk is going ahead

Saturday, 1 February 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Strenuous
Distance:: 17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:: 632.5m / 2075ft
Type:: circular

Website:: https://fodramblers.org.uk/programme/listing/?id=1422

Starting point

Grid reference:: SO 58120 18881
Nearest postcode:: HR9 5QT
what3words:: appraised.songbirds.euphoric

Start time:: 10:00 am

Bishopswood Village Hall (Free in Winter) (HR9 5QT)

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