Walks and Viewpoints
From Oakgrove itself, without having to take your car, you have direct access to Offa’s Dyke and the Wye Valley Walk. Deciding whether to go uphill to start or end your journey is always the hardest part!
An invigorating ramble to the spectacular viewpoint of the Devil’s Pulpit provides panoramic views over Tintern Abbey which can be made into a complete round trip along the river bank (stopping in Tintern itself for welcome refreshments).
Symonds Yat Rock is another favourite with fantastic views and the possibility of seeing the peregrine falcons.
Monmouth provides a perfect setting to climb the Kymin, with the Cleddon Falls at Llandogo providing more breathtaking scenery.
Starting at Beechenhurst in the Forest of Dean, an intriguing circular walk showcases local art and sculpture.
Local maps and Books with local walks are available for guests to borrow at Oakgrove Cottage.
For more detailed information and further links visit www.wyevalleyaonb.org.uk
History and Culture
This areas provides too much choice with the wealth of historic castles and monuments.
The closest are: Chepstow, Tintern, Goodrich, Raglan, Grosmont, Skenfrith and Whitecastle, with many others including Caerphilly less than an hour away.
If you are a’castle’ fan, becoming a member of CADSW would be a wise investment.
See www.cadw.wales.gov.uk
Cycling
Cyclists are well provided for with routes along the old railway between Monmouth and Symonds Yat, and numerous routes through Forest Enterprise sites. Cycles are available for hire from private companies, or guests are welcome to bring their own.
Beware – the routes from Oakgrove always involve hills!
Useful sites to visit are;
www.forestry.gov.uk and www.wyevalleyaonb.org.uk
Towns & Attractions
The area is typified by small market towns such as Chepstow, Monmouth, Coleford, and Ross on Wye.
Further afield, but within around an hours drive are Hereford, Cheltenham, Bath, Bristol, Cardiff.
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