A midwinter walk in The Forest

Ross-on-Wye Group

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Overview

Meet at New Fancy View Point to start at 10.00am. This 9 mile moderate walk is on a mix of forestry roads and footpaths. A tricky section to start as a result of windblown trees. The walk takes in two mining sites and Mallard Pike Centre. Refreshments and toilets at the centre if open.

Saturday, 1 February 2025

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

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:: 228.6m / 750ft
Type:: circular

To join the walk please book with Andrew on 07305058575

Car sharing possible from WRCP, leaving at 9.10am

Estimated finishing time 3.00pm

No stiles

No dogs please

Features

Car parking available
Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SO 62773 09515
Nearest postcode:: GL15 4HS
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Start time:: 10:00 am

New Fancy car park, south of Speech House off the road to Parkend.

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