SCHEDULED WALKS
Monthly scheduled walks for private individuals
Exploring some of the best areas of the Wye Valley and Black Mountains
Maximum group size of six
Hay Bluff & Cat's Back
Date: Thursday 16th July 2026
Meeting time/point: 9.30am 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. Parking is limited so car sharing is coordinated.
Price: £24 per person £18 per person
MODERATELY CHALLENGING
2-Ridge Walk above Llanthony Priory
Date: Thursday 20th August 2026
Meeting time/point: 9.30am at Llanthony Priory car park
Distance: 15km Ascent/descent: 800m Time: 6-7hrs
This is a horseshoe walk with the first leg ascending from Llanthony Priory onto the Hatterall Ridge and walking along Offa's Dyke to descend to Capel-y-Ffin. We then ascend again to walk the second leg back along the parallel Bal Bach ridge before descending to the start point. This provides extended distant views along both sides of the England/Wales border.
Price: £24 per person £18 per person
CHALLENGING
Gaer, Crug Mawr & Sugarloaf - 3 peaks
Date: Thursday 24th September 2026
Meeting time/point: 9am at Llanthony Wood car park
Distance: 21km Ascent/descent: 1000m Time: 7-8hrs
This physically demanding walk has three steep ascents / descents crossing arguably the most attractive parts of the Black Mountains around an extended loop. A wonderful mix of hilltop views, bucolic valleys and ancient woodland. Parking is limited so car sharing is coordinated.
Price: £24 per person £18 per person
LONG & CHALLENGING
Pen-y-Gadair Fawr & Waun Fach
Date: Thursday 22nd October 2026
Meeting time/point: 9.30am 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: £24 per person £18 per person
MODERATELY 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