Stoke & Newcastle Ramblers

Where walking is a pleasure

Walk ID 100303785
Group GG04 Lower Wye Group
Date Sun 30 March 25, 575 days ago
Details Three Valleys Near Shirenewton

Walk across open fields with views of the Severn estuary. Through Shirenewton and down into the Golden valley passing a racing yard then onto Dinham valley before looping back and heading back up into Earlwoood valley before climbing up to Trem Hafren.

Some short steep climbs on uneven surfaces. Waterproof boots essential as springs often flood the tracks. Approx 10 stiles to negotiate.

Leader Nicholas B.
Start 10:00, Car parking at Nick's home, loads of space. From Chepstow take the B4235 to Usk. Take left turn signposted Shirenewton and Mynydd-bach. Follow road through village take right turn at Sultan Indian restaurant. Drive straight up the hill for one mile Trem Hafren is on the right. , NP16 6AN,, ST4593995161info.png Lat: 51.65262800, Lon: -2.78281300 google.png
Difficulty Moderate
Distance 7.0 miles, 0 km
Ascent 554 feet, 169 metres
Finish time 14:30
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