Activities at Sugar Loaf and Usk Valley
The Sugar Loaf
Escape to the heart of the beautiful, rolling Black Mountains, where the iconic Sugar Loaf dominates the landscape. The summit offers glorious panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, whilst the open moorland is home to a wide variety of wildlife.
Sugar Loaf from Abergavenny
A walk that takes you from the historic town of Abergavenny to the slopes of the iconic Sugar Loaf mountain, taking in the wonderful panoramic views from the summit.
- Challenging
- 5 hours
- 7.5 miles (12.05km)
The Skirrid
This last outcrop of the Black Mountains, rising dramatically out of the landscape, is rich in history as well as wilderness. Spectacular views abound in every direction and a walk to its summit is both exhilarating and rewarding.
The Skirrid; walk a mountain of myths and legends
This energetic walk takes you through woodland and out onto open mountainside with splendid views of the surrounding countryside.
- Moderate
- 2 hours
- 4.0 miles (6.4km)
Clytha short circular walk
Ramble through this timeless estate in Monmouthshire and take in lovely views, rich history and plenty of wildlife.
- Easy
- 2 hours
- 3.8 miles (6.1km)
Clytha and Coed y Bwnydd walk
Ramble through an 18th century estate, taking in the wildlife-rich River Usk and Coed y Bwnydd. Take in the beautiful views of the Sugar Loaf and wider Usk Valley, and Clytha Castle.
- Moderate
- 4 hours
- 7.5 miles (12.05km)