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Skenfrith Castle

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Saturday 18th October
Skenfrith to Box Farm
10.30am (Approx. 4 hours)


Join MonLife Countryside for a free 6.25 mile (10km) walk following part of the Three Castles Walk through lanes and open fields towards Grosmont. Field paths then rise to Brook House Farm, from where the walk descends the Black Brook Valley back to Skenfrith. 

15 stiles and 2 medium slopes. Bring your own 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.

Meet in the large lay-by on the Herefordshire side of bridge over the River Monnow just outside Skenfrith village (SO 458 202). Postcode NP7 8UG. 

Or, if you have an internet connection, you can cut and paste the following link into your internet browser, and Google Maps will offer to direct you to the start. https://goo.gl/maps/vvfZpgzCANstncV48]

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. 

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

What to bring

What to bring

  • Drink
  • Food
  • Waterproofs

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Skenfrith CastleSkenfrith Castle (Cadw), AbergavennyOne of the 'Three Castles' held in common ownership, with Grosmont and White Castle.

Map & Directions

Monmouthshire Guided Walk - Skenfrith to Box Farm

Type:Guided Walk

Lay by on Herefordshire side of river, Skenfrith, Monmouthshire, NP7 8UG

Opening Times

Season (18 Oct 2025)
DayTimes
Saturday10:30 - 14:30

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