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CWF25 PROGRAMME
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Sunday 27 April 9:00
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Following the popularity of the Pilgrimage Walk in CWF24, this route visits three different churches as well as one from last year’s selection. Starting and finishing at Devauden Green, site of John Wesley’s first sermon in Wales, we walk to the Church of the Holy Cross at Kilgwrrwg, taking a different route from last year, before climbing up and over the ridge to St Deniol’s Church at Itton. From there we cross a landscape rich in Roman history before arriving at St Arvan’s Church. Our final church destination is St Mary’s Church at Penterry, standing alone in fields, surviving a village laid waste by the black death plague. We return to the start to ancient hunting woods of the Normans.
This walk is not suitable for dogs. Meeting location: The Wesley Sculpture, Devauden Green, Devauden NP16 6PQ ///thudding.screening.grandest
Roadside parking around Devauden Green and the top of the track next to the Hood Memorial Hall (please do not use the Hall car park).
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Sunday 27 April 10:00
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Dog friendly
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A lovely walk for your four-legged friends along forest tracks and quiet lanes, free from livestock. The beautiful Beech woods will hopefully be full of bluebells as far as the eye can see.
Well-behaved dogs are most welcome. Meeting location: Chepstow Park Wood car park, Devauden NP16 6EZ ///outboard.stencil.caves
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Sunday 27 April 10:00
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This beautiful walk explores a lesser-trodden part of Monmouthshire, showcasing its hidden charms and stunning scenery. The route follows old drover’s lanes and ancient footpaths across open fields, skims the edge of a nature reserve and passes intriguing landmarks. Along the way you will encounter a medieval house and the remnants of an old ski slope, adding a touch of history and curiosity to your walk.
This walk is not suitable for dogs. Meeting location: Llangwm Parish Hall car park, B4235 Chepstow to Usk Road, Llangwm NP15 1HQ ///corrosive.friend.spouting
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Sunday 27 April 10:00
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Dog friendly
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Starting in the charming village of St Arvans, this scenic walk winds through the ancient woodlands of Chepstow Park Wood, climbing steadily to the hamlet of Devauden. From there, the route descends into the peaceful valley of Trellech Grange before looping back via Fairoak. The route has fantastic views over the Wye Valley and the Angiddy Valley, and a true sense of being off the beaten track.
Well-behaved, active dogs welcome. Meeting location: St Arvans Memorial Hall car park, A466 St Arvans NP16 6EJ ///searching.crouching.caller
Public transport: Newport Bus service 69 stops at St Arvans
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Sunday 27 April 10:30
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Dog friendly
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Starting from the Forest Micro Brewery, the route heads towards the banks of the River Severn, offering views of the historic original bridge. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to enjoy lunch at the café by the Harbour or your own packed lunch, while exploring sights of historical interest. During the walk you’ll hear the intriguing story of Miss Mary Jones' tragic murder, a tale that adds a haunting touch to the route. The walk continues with views across Severn Estuary with both bridges in the distance, before heading across fields to return to the brewery. At the finish, an opportunity to relax and sample or purchase locally crafted beers and ciders – the perfect way to end your walk.
Well-behaved dogs welcome. Meeting location: Outside Forest Brewery, The Old Workshop, Lydney Park Estate, Lydney GL15 6BU ///bribing.unrealistic.grub
Parking at Taurus Crafts, A48 between Aylburton and Lydney ///suitably.admire.cherry
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Sunday 27 April 10:45
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The latest in the popular “Hidden Chepstow” series takes us on a gentle walk around a town centre that is no longer there! The talk reveals the amazing changes in this part of town and its previous identities, many of which are lost in the mists of time. But we will clear those mists! The walk is accompanied by illustrative folders with relative pictures/sketches/newspaper cutting etc, as far back at 1620. The walk leader was born in Chepstow over 70 years ago and likes to refer to this series of walks as “Hidden Chepstow” because much of it is anecdotal information not found in any guide-book.
The walk will start with an opportunity for refreshments (included) and a short visit to St Mary's Priory, hosted by Chepstow Priory Friends. Built in 1071, this is the resting place of Anne Boleyn’s lady in waiting and one of Charles I's executioners, and still in use today. We will then make the short but fascinating journey through time to the Town Gate. This walk is not suitable for dogs. Meeting location: Front entrance of St Mary's Priory, Upper Church Street, Chepstow NP16 5HA ///constrain.rainfall.fluid
Nelson Street car park (charges apply) is adjacent to St Mary's Priory. Public transport: St Mary's Priory and the Town Gate are a short walk from Chepstow bus and railway stations.
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