The Programme

Easy – Lowland walking, flat or with gentle hills. Ideal for those with little or no experience of walking or cycling.

Moderate – Hills and dales, generally below 1,500 feet.

Strenuous – High level mountain and moorland over 1,500 feet. May involve steep ascents/descents or scrambling.

The onus is on individuals to arrange their own transport to and from hostel weekends. It is not the responsibility of the booking officer or any other member of the committee to arrange transport.
PLEASE ARRIVE AT LEAST 10 MINUTES BEFORE THE START FOR EVENTS

To download a copy of the programme, click HERE

For full details of all future weekend trips, refer to the spreadsheet published on the Newport Outdoor Group Facebook Page.

Monday – Evening Events

Sociable walk of 3 or 4 miles with an optional drink and chat afterwards

Indoor social event. Refreshments provided.

6.45 for 7 pm.

Ridgeway Community Centre, NP20 5DG.

Situated between no.8 and 14 Ridgeway Hill.

		Grade
1st July	Evening Walk. Start 7 pm. Details by e mailed Newsletter or Facebook.	EASY
8th July	Evening Walk. Start 7 pm. Details by e mailed Newsletter or Facebook.	EASY
15th July	Evening Walk. Start 7 pm. Details by e mailed Newsletter or Facebook.	EASY
22nd July	Evening Walk. Start 7 pm. Details by e mailed Newsletter or Facebook.	EASY
29th July	Evening Walk. Start 7 pm. Details by e mailed Newsletter or Facebook.	EASY
5th August	Evening Walk. Start 7 pm. Details by e mailed Newsletter or Facebook.	EASY
12th August	Evening Walk. Start 7 pm. Details by e mailed Newsletter or Facebook.	EASY
19th August	Evening Walk. Start 7 pm. Details by e mailed Newsletter or Facebook.	EASY
26th August	Evening Walk. Start 7 pm. Details by e mailed Newsletter or Facebook.	EASY

What Three Words. what3words.com

Put the 3 words against each event into this website, to find the start of Group walks

Thursday – Evening Events

Sociable walk of 3 or 4 miles with an optional drink and chat afterwards.
Prompt start at 7 pm.

Details by e mailed Newsletter, Facebook or Meet-Up.

Weekend Events

Countryside walks of 6 to 12 miles, in areas within about 1 hour of Newport.

Bring sandwiches, a drink and appropriate footwear and clothing.

		Grade
Saturday 6th July	Rhymney Valley Ridgeway – Day 2. 2nd of 3 days of our local long-distance path led by Juping. Beech woodlands, panoramic mountain top views and valley paths. An A-to-B walk, using public transport. 10 miles.	MODERATE
Friday 12th July to Sunday 14th July	Pembrokeshire Coast. A weekend of led walking in our coastal National Park at Broad Haven YH. Camping possible. A bargain at £40 ! If it’s full, contact Booking Officer Alan ; perhaps a few others might book other accommodation together.	MODERATE OR HARD
Saturday 20th July	Gelligaer Common & Mynydd Fochriw. An exploration of a less well-known part of Glamorgan with Nigel. Views of the distant Pen-y-Fan. 8 miles.	MODERATE
Saturday 27th July	It’s the NOG Barbecue ! Look out for a walk beforehand and then it’s back to Brian’s beautiful garden. Names and a deposit required in advance.	EASY
Saturday 3rd August	Rhymney Valley Ridgeway – Day 3. 3rd of 3 days of our local long-distance path led by Juping. Beech woodlands, panoramic mountain top views and valley paths. An A-to-B walk, using public transport. 8 miles.	MODERATE
Sunday 11th August	A Gilwern and Clydach Circuit. An ancient ironworks, a stone shepherd and super views of the Usk valley and beyond is well worth the ascent on Lesley’s 8 ½ mile walk.	MODERATE
Sunday 18th August	A Western Valley Circuit. Ivor leads us on a lower level 7 mile walk along local forest tracks and parkland.	EASY
Friday 23rd to Tuesday 27th August	Norfolk Coast weekend away. Last chance for a walking Bank Holiday away before Christmas ! 4 nights for £100 ; a bargain ! Contact Booking officer Alan for details.	EASY
Saturday 31st August to Sunday 1st September	Weekend Day Walk … on one of those days. Details to be published.	MODERATE

Weekend Trips Away

WEEKENDS AWAY

Weekend walking trips away, once a month.
Usually 2 nights ; occasionally longer – eg Bank Holidays.
Bargain trips at around £ 30 per night, staying at independent or the national organisation’s YHAs.
Led walking to see the scenic beauty of the UK – why not try it ?
Contact our Booking Officer, Alan.