WALK 24 - Rholben, Bryn Arw and Deri - Monday 9th March

WALK DETAILS

Meeting Point: Porth y Parc

Grid Ref: SO 289166

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Time: 10:00 to 16:00

Distance: 9 miles ( 14.4 km )

Ascent: 2500 ft ( 762 m )

Leader: Paul Wyatt     

From the car park we ascend the Rholben, one of Sugar Loaf's ridges, contour around Twyn Gwyn (white hill) and descend gradually to Forest Coal Pit. We walk past Salem presbyterian chapel and ascend to the high point of Bryn Arw at 384m (1260ft) and walk along its ridge with views of Skirrid and across to England. We descend to Cwm Brynarw, cross the stream and ascend Deri 376m (1235ft) passing Great Gott farm before descending steeply down to the car park.

DIRECTIONS TO START

Take the A40 to Abergavenny and at the first roundabout keep straight on, but take the first left – Chapel Road. At the cross roads keep straight on and then keep right to the end of the road. Parking is limited, so please car share.