Colby Estate Mount and Barns Field walk (Purple Trail)
Wales
This self-led trail is marked by a 2km mown track that winds through fields and hedgerows to make a clockwise circular route. The site holds a wealth of old and new, with historical field boundaries and mining tracks, alongside newly planted (2024) native broadleaf woodland with wildlife ponds throughout. Enjoy a gentle walk with expansive views. Watch overtime as this newly developed site becomes a haven for harvest mice, butterflies and dragonflies alike.
Near to
Colby Woodland GardenStart point
Rosemary Lane, layby, grid ref: SN 15326 09934Trail information
*Waterproof walking boots are recommended for this walk. The route can be muddy, particularly in winter. Gentle variation from flat terrain. Ponds are a hazard for children who should be supervised.
**Not suitable for pushchair or wheelchairs or people with poor mobility.
***Dogs must be always kept under close control and on a short lead near livestock on Colby Estate. Dogs on leads through Colby Woodland Garden. Dogs are allowed inside the Tearoom. Only assistance dogs allowed in the Walled Garden. Please take your dog waste home with you.
Total stages: 6
Total stages: 6
Start point
Rosemary Lane, layby, grid ref: SN 15326 09934
Stage 1
From the layby, go through the metal gate, across the yard and past the farm buildings.
Stage 2
Go through the metal gate, then continue around the winding clockwise circular route by following the mown path. Passing through several fields and gates (dependent on grazing activity).
Stage 3
Go through metal gate, turn left through adjacent metal gate. Continue East through fields until track hooks round South.
Stage 4
Go through metal gate, turn left and through metal gate and follow track across fields.
Stage 5
When you reach the metal gate on Rosemary Lane, take care to cross the road and continue the route through the opposite metal gate. Continue along the winding clockwise circular route by following the mown path.
Stage 6
Head diagonally across the final field towards a large veteran oak tree. Take care as you go through the gate and onto the road for the final 90m back towards the layby.
End point
Rosemary Lane, layby, grid ref: SN 15326 09934
Trail map
Colby Estate Mount and Barns Field walk (Purple Trail) map | © National Trust Images
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