Tintern Abbey – View of Tintern Abbey loop from Tintern

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South West England

Gloucestershire

Forest Of Dean

Hewelsfield And Brockweir

Tintern Abbey – View of Tintern Abbey loop from Tintern

Easy

5.0

(2)

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Tintern Abbey – View of Tintern Abbey loop from Tintern

01:58

6.41km

230m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

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Wye Valley National Landscape

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57 m

Brockweir Village and Old Monks' Hall

Highlight • River

Brockweir is a small, very quaint village located just north of Tintern. It has a surprisingly large number of listed buildings in its midst, including the chapel, bridge, and post …

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126 m

Brockweir Bridge was built in 1906, and is an iron, Grade II listed structure. Recently renovated, it looks much more attractive with a fresh coat of paint, and the views of the River Wye from it, are superb.

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4.63 km

Tintern Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

Beautiful abbey. Lots of pubs and the like nearby for food but I recommend the Filling Station cafe. The owners are keen cyclists and you can borrow their track pump …

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4.73 km

Tintern Wireworks Bridge

Highlight • Monument

An interesting old railway bridge which I believe took industrial rail across the river to join Chepstow to Monmouth. The surrounding countryside is stunning and in the local area is …

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4.82 km

The River Wye in the Wye Valley National Landscape

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Wonderful views across the river. Peaceful except for other friendly hikers.

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5.07 km

View of Tintern Abbey

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From the other side of the River Wye it is possible to glimpse the magical 12th Century Tintern Abbey through the trees. Tintern is one of the most spectacular monastic …

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6.37 km

Brockweir Moravian Church

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Old Moravian church in Brockweir village. Part of a small Protestant episcopal church, originating in Czech Republic and spread across the world. There are less than 30 congregations in the British Province.

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