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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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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

Grwyne Fawr valley walk via Mynydd Du Forest on western side of valley climbing to Craig Mawr. Descending to Partrishow Church and returning following high level route along eastern side of valley. If bad weather is forecast please check the group website (fodramblers.org.uk) to confirm that the walk is going ahead

Thursday, 1 May 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:
524.3m / 1720ft
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 26700 25101
Nearest postcode:
NP7 7LY
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Start time:
10:00 am

Pont Cadwgan, Forestry Car Park (NP7 7LY)

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