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Guided walk Monmouthshire Countryside Access team

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Join MonLife Countryside for this free 6 mile (10 km) walk to the summit of the Skirrid Mountain. Find out more about the history of the “Holy Mountain” and hopefully enjoy fantastic views from the top.

A few stiles, one steep ascent and some uneven ground. Not suitable for dogs, including assistance dogs. Bring a packed lunch and a drink. Wear boots or stout shoes and bring waterproof clothing. There is no charge for this activity.

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The timings for each walk is only an approximate guide. The actual time may vary depending on the weather, the terrain, the number of stiles as well as the number and ability of the walkers.

Please email marklangley@monmouthshire.gov.uk if you find out on the day of the walk that you cannot make it.

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Map & Directions

Road Directions

Take the Chepstow Road out of Raglan. After 2 ¼ miles (3.8 km) turn right at the road signposted “Llandenny 1”. After 900 metres park carefully on the verge on the side of the road near a gate on your left before the road goes over the dual carriageway (SO 421 042). Postcode NP15 1DN. What3words chops.shuts.deleting. Or, if you have an internet connection, you can click on the following link or paste it into your internet browser, and Google Maps will offer to direct you to the start. https://goo.gl/maps/7FDoGFq27bYXwEZ89

Monmouthshire Guided Walk - Up onto the Skirrid

Type:Guided Walk

Llanddewi Skirrid Church (Village) Hall, Llandewi Skirrid, Monmouthshire, NP7 8AW
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