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Overview

On this walk we pass Mouse Castle, a Motte-and-Bailey earthwork, which lies in woodland near to Hay. We will also visit Cusop, where the infamous Hay poisoner resided. The walk will utilise a large stretch of the Wye Valley walk and then quiet lanes and field paths before linking up with Offa’s Dyke Path for our return to Hay on Wye, where there are numerous opportunities for refreshment.

Saturday, 5 April 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
10.9km / 6.8mi
Ascent:
175.3m / 575ft
Type:
circular

Pre-booking requested. Please message walk leader, Lew Lewis (07881 700698).

There are 6 stiles on the walk. Ground conditions in Mouse Castle wood are very muddy.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 22942 42196
Nearest postcode:
HR3 5BT
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Start time:
10:30 am

Oxford Road Car Park, Hay on Wye (£4 parking charge, cash or card)

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