King Arthur’s Cave & the Dowards (B)

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Overview

A rather delightful romp into the wild woodlands, hills & rock-formations that form ‘The Dowards’ : A complex & intriguing outpost on the opposite banks of the R.Wye from the popular Symonds Yat region.

We’re on the less well-known Monmouthshire side for this outing, & will be visiting a series of caves, (King Arthur’s included of course), plus an impressive hill-fort, a swing-bridge, & some great views of, & beside, the R. Wye - To this you can add a classic riverside pub & a fascinating network of quiet, intricate footpaths & hills to navigate!

I really enjoyed searching out this previously unknown to me & very secretive area, so I’m hoping you’ll come along to discover it for yourselves- I don’t think you’ll be remotely disappointed….!

Sunday, 11 May 2025

Meeting time:: 8:55 am
Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 4:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:: 457.2m / 1500ft
Type:: circular

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Car parking available
Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:: ST 58178 72937
Nearest postcode:: BS1 5RR
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Meeting time:: 8:55 am

Steps at St Georges concert hall, Great George Street

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Grid reference:: SO 53407 16341
Nearest postcode:: NP25 3SX
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Little Doward Wood car-park

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