About

On this 5 mile (8 km) walk you will start at Mitchel Troy village and ascend via a steep footpath to Craig y Dorth Hill from where you will enjoy some of the most magnificent views over the Black Mountains and north Monmouthshire. You will continue down into the next valley before ascending to Cwmcarvan church. Your return route will be back over the other side of Craig y Dorth Hill, through fields and lanes with more fantastic views.

Lots of stiles and three steep slopes. Bring a packed lunch and a drink. Wear stout shoes or boots and bring waterproof clothing. Assistance dogs only please. There is no charge for this activity but booking is essential.

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Meet at the car park next to the church in MitchelTroy village (SO 492 104). Postcode NP25 4HT. What3words proper.learning.forensic. Or, if you have an internet connection, click on the following link or paste it into your internet browser, and Google Maps will offer to direct you to the start. https://goo.gl/maps/fsvin5bhh9zQybak7

The timings for each walk is only an approximate guide. The actual time may vary depending on the weather, the terrain, the number of stiles as well as the number and ability of the walkers.

Please email marklangley@monmouthshire.gov.uk if you find out on the day of the walk that you cannot make it.

Terms and conditions

Booking is essential. Anyone not on the list will not be able to join the walk. 

Cancellation. Please let us know as soon as possible if you have to cancel so that we can offer the places to other walkers. MonLife Countryside Access Team reserve the right to cancel the walk due to adverse weather, illness of leaders or any other unforeseen reason. 

Please supply the names, email addresses and telephone numbers of participants so that contact can be made in case of cancellation.