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Crickhowell Castle ruins – River Usk loop from Abergavenny

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Abergavenny

Crickhowell Castle ruins – River Usk loop from Abergavenny

Hard

23

runners

Crickhowell Castle ruins – River Usk loop from Abergavenny

03:05

29.3km

280m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 15.8 km for 2 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1

1.21 km

Abergavenny Market Hall

Highlight • Monument

The historic Abergavenny Market is in the heart of the town and is always bustling with locals and visitors. The hall is famed for its decorations which were lovingly hand …

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2

1.34 km

Abergavenny Town Centre

Highlight • Historical Site

In the shadow of the Sugar Loaf, Abergavenny is the perfect place to explore the Brecon Beacons National Park. Steeped in history, it boasts a plethora of restaurants, cafes, pubs, independent shops and beautiful parks to relax in.

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3

1.97 km

Public Toilet in Abergavenny Park

Highlight • Rest Area

4

14.1 km

Crickhowell Castle ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Crickhowell Castle, also known as Alisby's castle, dominates the views from the delightful market town. The now Grade I-listed ruin began life as a motte and bailey castle in the …

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5

14.5 km

Crickhowell Bridge

Highlight • River

Crickhowell bridge is a pretty crossing point of the River Usk.

Crickhowell itself is a small market town with the remains of a motte and bailey castle built by the Normans.

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6

14.5 km

River Usk

Highlight • River

The River Usk rises on the northern slopes of the Black Mountain (y Mynydd Du), Wales, in the westernmost part of the Brecon Beacons National Park. Initially forming the boundary …

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7

27.3 km

Benches directly on the Usk

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29.3 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.8 km

7.09 km

3.74 km

3.43 km

1.08 km

782 m

368 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.5 km

9.28 km

5.75 km

1.26 km

1.16 km

325 m

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Wednesday 21 October

13°C

7°C

52 %

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