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Ross-on-Wye Group

We are the Ross-on-Wye Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

The morning section of the walk involves a relatively steep ascent from Llanthony Priory via the Beacons Way to offer some stunning views (weather permitting) during a coffee break on Hatterrall Ridge. The descent into Longtown is via well marked moorland and farmland paths with a few stiles. Lunch will be taken at the remains of Longtown Castle and there will be plenty of time to explore the castle and its grounds, which date back to the 11th century and a part even back to Roman times. 

The afternoon climb is steep in places but offers excellent views of Black Darren, which is a fine example of an ice-age landslip in the Olchon Valley. Finally we descend to Llanthony via the Offa's Dyke Path.

Saturday, 27 July 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
16km / 9.9mi
Ascent:
700m / 2297ft
Type:
circular

Additional Notes : Please bring a packed lunch

This walk is not suitable for dogs.

For those wishing to car share, we will be leaving Wilton Road Car Park at 08.30am

To book, contact Keith, the leader, by text on 07824 844349

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 28906 27822
Nearest postcode:
NP7 7NN
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Start time:
10:00 am

Start Place : Llanthony Priory Car Park (plenty of free parking including an overspill car park if busy).

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