SCHEDULED WALKS
Monthly scheduled walks for private individuals
Exploring the best areas of the Black Mountains
Maximum group size of six
Each walk available on Thursday and Sunday
Moderately challenging and challenging walks
Requires good level of walking fitness
Scheduled Walks
These full-day walks are designed for keen hill walkers who like a bit of a challenge. They have been curated following significant exploration throughout the Black Mountains, and focus on using less-frequented routes, with ever-changing landscapes, inspirational vistas, and points of interest along the way.
Group size is limited to six (plus guide), in order to promote a more intimate experience.
We walk at a good steady pace, but we also stop periodically for refreshments, and to take in the stunning surroundings.
Walkers need to have a good level of walking fitness, and need to be comfortable walking up and down steep slopes.
We aim to return feeling inspired, refreshed, and ready to take on the next challenges life brings!
The full upcoming schedule is shown below.
Hay Bluff & Cat's Back
Dates: Thursday 24th September & Sunday 4th October 2026
Meeting time/point: 9am at Cat's Back Car Park
Distance: 13km Ascent/descent: 350m Time: 5-6hrs
We start with a long, steady ascent up the peaceful upper Olchon Valley then continue along the ridge to Hay Bluff to enjoy stunning views into Wales. We retrace our steps for a short distance to then fork off down the exhilarating Cat's Back ridge with views across Herefordshire to the Malverns and beyond.
Price: £10 per person
MODERATELY CHALLENGING
Sugarloaf, Deri & Bryn Arw
Dates: Thursday 22nd October & Sunday 1st November 2026
Meeting time/point: 9am at Fro car park
Distance: 13km Ascent/descent: 710m Time: 5-6hrs
This varied walk explores some of the lesser known parts of Sugarloaf and its surrounds. We start with a direct (but little used) ascent of Sugarloaf before descending into the magnificent ancient oak woodland around Deri. We then cross the Bettws valley to ascend the picturesque ridge of Bryn Arw before returning to the car park. Three amazing view points, two valleys and a stunning wood - all within an accessible day-walk.
Price: £10 per person
MODERATELY CHALLENGING
Pen-y-Gadair Fawr & Waun Fach
Dates: Thursday 19th November & Sunday 6th December 2026
Meeting time/point: 9am at Blaen-y-Cwm car park
Distance: 14km Ascent/descent: 450m Time: 5-6hrs
This walk starts with a long, steep climb ascending Pen-y-Gadair Fawr for 360 degree panoramic views. The walk continues along the ridge to Waun Fach, the highest point in the Black Mountains, before descending via a gentle track past the Grwyne Fawr reservoir. This is a real wilderness experience with big skies and distant vistas.
Price: £10 per person
MODERATELY CHALLENGING
Hatterall Hill, Cwmyoy, Garn Wen & Bal Bach
Dates: Thursday 14th January & Sunday 24th January 2027
Meeting time/point: 9am at Llanthony Priory car park
Distance: 16km Ascent/descent: 700m Time: 6-7hrs
This is a horseshoe walk with the first leg ascending from Llanthony Priory onto the Hatterall Ridge and walking south along Offa's Dyke to descend to Cymyoy. We then cross the valley to ascend again to walk the second leg back northwards along the parallel Garn Wen/Bal Bach ridge before descending to the start point. This provides extended distant views along both sides of the England/Wales border - the perfect way to blow away the winter blues!
Price: £10 per person
CHALLENGING
Booking
To book scheduled walks, please email, text or call me as below or fill out the Contact Form.
Phone
07766006852
paul.christodoulou@thepathahead.co.uk