Three Castles of Wales Walking Tour
Enjoy the stunning countryside of Wales as you walk from castle to castle
Self-Guided
Three Castles of Wales Walking Tour Overview
Explore Wales on a self-guided walking tour! The Three Castles Walking Tour is a circular route about 30.6 km (30 km) long. Along the trail you will explore an undulating landscape of wooded hillsides and hidden valleys in North East Monmouthshire.
You will love walking in the Welsh countryside on this tour. The region retains a strong local identity with its fine tapestry of hedgerows, copses and woods. Marvel at the maze of narrow lanes, tracks, bridleways and paths, the distinctive old market towns, villages and hamlets, and the secluded historic farmhouses and churches.
This self-guided walking tour is on the borderland of England and Wales and the many castles are a reminder of the turbulent history of this area. The Three Castles Walk links the three Norman Castles of Skenfrith, White Castle and Grosmont. The main purpose of these "Three Castles" or "Trilateral" Castles was to form a line of defence and to control the transport routes from Herefordshire into Wales.
The walk primarily follows existing public rights of way and was first opened in 1991, with the kind cooperation of farmers and landowners along the route. Although becoming better known and more popular, the walk runs through sparsely populated countryside. It provides the perfect opportunity for one or two days' walking away from the pressures of everyday life.
Trip highlights
Discover the beauty of the Welsh countryside and beautiful villages
Enjoy food and drinks in numerous authentic pubs along your walking path
Learn about local history as you visit tree stunning old castles
Walk on your own pace, will all the logistics being taken care of for you
Day By Day Itinerary
Arrive & stay overnight in Llangattock Lingoed.
- Overnight Location:
- Bed and Breakfast at Llangattock Lingoed
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- None
Your day starts with a taxi pick up from your accommodation to take you to the start of your walk. Today’s path will take you through farmland where you will see a variety of old barns. You will see the spire of Llantilio Crossenny Church on the left and directly ahead are the towers of White Castle dramatically situated on a hill-top. Your day ends with a taxi picking you up and taking you back to your accommodation.
- Overnight Location:
- Bed and Breakfast at Llangattock Lingoed
- Distance:
- 7 miles
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Your day starts with a taxi pick up from your accommodation to take you to the start of your walk. Today you will get to discover Grosmost Castle. On your way you will see a variety of churches where you can learn about their heritage. There is a steeply climb before you reach Grosmont. Your day ends with a taxi picking you up and taking you back to your accommodation.
Overnight in Llangattock Lingoed. No luggage transfer required.
- Overnight Location:
- Bed and Breakfast at Llangattock Lingoed
- Distance:
- 6.5 miles
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Your day starts with a taxi pick up from your accommodation to take you to the start of your walk. Traversing from Grosmont to Skenfrith Castle, this route takes you past farmland and you can see some lovely views across to Garway Hill. As you leave river Monnow behind you follow the route into Skenfirth. Your day ends with a taxi picking you up and taking you back to your accommodation.
- Overnight Location:
- Bed and Breakfast at Llangattock Lingoed
- Distance:
- 5.5 miles
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Your trip ends after breakfast.
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Tour Map
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Inclusions
Included
- 4 breakfasts are included.
- Accommodations for 4 nights are included.
- This tour includes all the taxi transfers mentioned in the itinerary. Getting to and from Llangattock Lingoed to start the tour is not included and you should make your own arrangements.
- Accommodation
- Daily breakfasts
- Full Tour Information Pack
- Smartphone App with GPS routes
- 24-hr emergency helpline
Not included
- Lunch, Dinner & Drinks
- Entrance to attractions
- Buses and/or Ferries unless otherwise stated
- Tourist Taxes where applicable
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before and after the tour
- Single supplement charges
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We rate this tour as a 3 / 5. You will be walking up to 11.3 km daily, 30.6 km in total in 3 days, on a hilly terrain.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
4 breakfasts are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover activities mentioned in this itinerary. Get your travel insurance.
Llangattock Lingoed can be reached by 15-min taxi ride from Abergavenni (which can be reached by bus from Newport or Cardiff).
The tour ends where it starts, in Llangattock Lingoed.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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