Following the decision to cancel Chepstow Walking Festival, everyone who had booked places prior to the Coronavirus restrictions coming into force should have received a full refund, or by exception will have been contacted to confirm the refund arrangements. Please don't hesitate to get in touch via our contact form if you need any further information about the refund process.
We hope that you are finding creative ways to continue to take exercise through walking in these difficult times, but please be aware of the Welsh Government's guidance which came into force from April 25th and brought in tight restrictions on where and how exercise activities such as walking and cycling can take place. It's not for us to publish the full details, which can be found on the Welsh Government website, however a summary of the key headlines are:
The above guidance is in force throughout Wales, but may differ from elsewhere in the UK so please check you understand relevant local restrictions before leaving home for any form of exercise or travel. There is more information on the UK Government website here which may be helpful for those based in England, or when crossing the border.
Publishing advice not to walk, and to postpone visiting the area, is completely alien to our reason for existing, and like the majority of visitors to this site we are desperate to return to the countryside and fill our senses with the wonders of the Wye Valley. For now at least please join us in staying local, staying safe and continuing to protect our families and friends, the wonderful NHS and all other key workers who are doing such an incredible job.
We hope that you are finding creative ways to continue to take exercise through walking in these difficult times, but please be aware of the Welsh Government's guidance which came into force from April 25th and brought in tight restrictions on where and how exercise activities such as walking and cycling can take place. It's not for us to publish the full details, which can be found on the Welsh Government website, however a summary of the key headlines are:
- Where permitted, exercise should be done locally and generally be limited to walking, running and cycling with appropriate social distancing.
- The intention is that exercise should be undertaken locally – as close as possible to the home. In general this should not involve people driving to a location away from home for this purpose. No journeys of any significant distance should be taken, for example, just in order to exercise in the countryside or at beauty spots (the majority of which are closed in any event).
- leaving home to exercise should not be used as an excuse to undertake other activity, unless combining other permitted activities (e.g. food shopping, medical purposes, dog walking, etc.).
- Except when travelling for permitted work purposes, cycling should be local, as a rule of thumb limited to travelling no further than a reasonable walking distance from home.
- New rules apply from June 1st covering visits with other households, which differ significantly between Wales and England so please check the relevant Government announcements for more information if considering such a visit. The Welsh Government announcements on May 29th did not make any changes to the exercise regime.
The above guidance is in force throughout Wales, but may differ from elsewhere in the UK so please check you understand relevant local restrictions before leaving home for any form of exercise or travel. There is more information on the UK Government website here which may be helpful for those based in England, or when crossing the border.
Publishing advice not to walk, and to postpone visiting the area, is completely alien to our reason for existing, and like the majority of visitors to this site we are desperate to return to the countryside and fill our senses with the wonders of the Wye Valley. For now at least please join us in staying local, staying safe and continuing to protect our families and friends, the wonderful NHS and all other key workers who are doing such an incredible job.
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Your starting point for walking in Wales and the Wye Valley
Chepstow lies on the border of Wales and England and is an ideal base for walking in Monmouthshire, the Wye Valley and Forest of Dean. With such a diverse landscape there is everything to offer the walker and visitor whether it be a riverside stroll or a challenging walk along a long distance trail. In April 2012 Chepstow received a feather in its cap by becoming the first Walkers are Welcome town in Monmouthshire. The area was already established as a destination for walkers but now Chepstow has achieved Walkers are Welcome status it reinforces our ambition to provide the best walking experience for visitors and the local community alike. This has been recognised when we won the 'Best Social Enterprise' award in the Monmouthshire Business awards.
Chepstow lies on the border of Wales and England and is an ideal base for walking in Monmouthshire, the Wye Valley and Forest of Dean. With such a diverse landscape there is everything to offer the walker and visitor whether it be a riverside stroll or a challenging walk along a long distance trail. In April 2012 Chepstow received a feather in its cap by becoming the first Walkers are Welcome town in Monmouthshire. The area was already established as a destination for walkers but now Chepstow has achieved Walkers are Welcome status it reinforces our ambition to provide the best walking experience for visitors and the local community alike. This has been recognised when we won the 'Best Social Enterprise' award in the Monmouthshire Business awards.
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Lower Wye Rambles One of our favourite local walking guides and a source of inspiration for many of our walks, this is a gem of a guide which features 16 routes covering 90 miles of the Lower Wye Valley. For details of how to obtain a copy please click here. |
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Why Chepstow?Stunning scenery in every direction
Rich industrial heritage Meeting point for 8 major trails Easy to reach by public transport Toll-free access from the motorway network Fantastic cafés, restaurants and pubs The Wye Valley Area of Natural Beauty The Forest of Dean and Wentwood Forest The Gwent Levels and The Vale of Usk Do we really need to continue? Ok . . . Walker friendly accommodation providers may offer special arrangements, perhaps baggage transport to your next destination, drying facilities, picnic lunches or complete walking holiday packages.
Walker friendly local businesses who support the scheme can be identified by display of a unique sticker bearing the Walkers are Welcome Logo. Why not pop in you'll get a warm welcome. Check out our 'stay, eat and shop' page for details of our business partners, or Visit Monmouthshire for even more inspiration. 
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Interested in getting involved?
Chepstow Walkers are Welcome is a community group run by volunteers for the benefit of the local community and visitors to the Lower Wye Valley. Our remit includes developing and promoting walking activities, maintaining footpaths, organising the annual Walking Festival and working with supporters and partners including Chepstow Town Council, Monmouthshire County Council and other like-minded organisations for the benefit of the recreational walking community. We are proud to be part of the Walkers are Welcome UK Network. |
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There are always jobs to do and new projects to develop, so if you have any ideas or would like to be involved please get in touch.
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If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, or would like us to promote your walker friendly business please get in touch
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