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Forest of Dean Group

We are the Forest of Dean Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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

Overview

Up hill from the start this circular route takes in Barbados, Bargain, Nine Wells, Cuckoo and upper and Lower Hale Woods visiting Maryland and Catsbrook on the way.,Mixed terrain including footpaths, some indistinct, forest trails and country lanes. Lots of ups and downs and maybe some mud! No dogs. NB: 9.30am start If bad weather is forecast please check the group website (fodramblers.org.uk) to confirm that the walk is going ahead
Sunday, 6 October 2024
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
19.3km / 12.0mi
Ascent:
539.5m / 1770ft
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 52660 00101
Nearest postcode:
NP16 6TQ
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occur.frizz.delight
Start time:
9:30 am

Wire Works Car Park, Tintern (NP16 6UJ)

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