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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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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
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Overview

We walk through the woods of Wigpool Common, around Wig Pool itself, then descend to skirt the end of the pretty Hope Mansell valley by Harechurch Wood. After a fairly short climb up a steep road, we then pass Bartleys Oak and return along the top of the ridge above Drybrook quarry, with far-reaching northward views, weather permitting. 

Some of the paths are likely to be quite wet and muddy – poles recommended, and suitable footwear required.

Six stiles, and some steep climbs, but we will take our time.

Tuesday, 25 March 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
179.8m / 590ft
Type:
circular

Numbers limited to 20 walkers. Sorry, no dogs.

Please bring water to drink and a mid-morning snack. 

Please text or WhatsApp Katie on 07580758908 to book a place.

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 65521 18055
Nearest postcode:
GL17 0JE
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Start time:
10:00 am

Meet at the forest entrance at the top of the hill on the road between Mitcheldean Church and Drybrook Rugby Club. There is parking space on either side of the road.

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