WALK THE WYE CHALLENGE

‘WALK THE WYE CHALLENGE’ is a fundraising walking event in the Wye Valley, organised by
the Rotary Monmouth to raise funds for the ‘Velindre’ breast cancer research team. The
event is an adaptation to the long running series of annual Walk the Wye events run by
Rotary Monmouth. However, in response to requests from previous participants, the event
now has a more varied and challenging format.

About the Walks

Instead of the six riverbank walks previously on offer, there will be four routes to choose
from, each one consisting of a different degree of challenge and walkers and their family
and friends are encouraged to choose the walk they prefer.

1. 4 miles: Monmouth - Wyesham – Redbrook – Monmouth (Total ascent 250 feet)

This is a circular walk for those who enjoy a short riverbank walk. The route starts at
Monmouth Show Ground, continues through Wyesham and on to Redbrook via the old
railway line. Then, cross the road to the banks of the River Wye and walk back to
Monmouth Show Ground on the riverbank footpath.

2. 10 miles: Tintern to Monmouth (Total ascent 1250 feet)

This walk starts at Tintern, involves climbing and following the ridge above the River
Wye towards Monmouth, taking in the magnificent Cleddon Falls to Redbrook after
descending through Whitebrook. Then, continue on the Wye Valley footpath back to
Monmouth Show Ground.

3. 12 miles: Monmouth to Redbrook to Wyegate Green to Monmouth (Total ascent 1200 feet)

This walk starts at Monmouth Show Ground, goes through Wyesham and on to
Redbrook via the old railway line. Then, pass through Redbrook and climb up to the
ridge on the English side of the Wye. Then, walk along the ridge passing Wyegate
Green, descend to Bigsweir and return to Monmouth on the Welsh side of the
Wye.

4. 16 miles: Chepstow to Monmouth (Total ascent 2700 feet)

This is the most challenging walk. It starts at the Wye Valley footpath behind the Leisure
Centre in Chepstow, goes up over the infamous 365 steps before dropping
down to Tintern. Then, climb and follow the ridge above the River Wye towards
Monmouth, taking in the magnificent Cleddon Falls, before descending to Whitebrook.
Continue on the Wye Valley footpath back to Monmouth Show Ground.