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Usk Castle

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Join MonLife Countryside for this free 12 mile (19.5 km) route following the Usk Valley Walk from Usk to Chainbridge, then climbing to reach the historic church at Bettws Newydd. You will then continue uphill and return to Usk via fields and woodland, passing Usk Castle on the way.

Two steep slopes and lots of stiles. Assistance dogs only. Bring your own packed lunch and a drink. There is no charge for this activity.

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.

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Map & Directions

Road Directions

Meet at the main County Hall car park. (SO 368 017). Postcode- NP15 1GA. What3Words digs.newspaper.until.

Monmouthshire Guided Walk - Usk to Chainbridge Circular

Type:Guided Walk

County Hall, The Rhadyr, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1GA
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Opening Times

Season (16 Aug 2025)
DayTimes
Saturday10:00 - 17:00

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