TWF2026-345 Cat's Back and Olchon Valley (4 Boot, Sunday)

Grading: 4 Boot

Explore two of the finest ridges of the Black Mountains – part of Offa’s Dyke and the impressive ridge of Cat’s Back. Enjoy glorious views of the other ridges of the Black Mountains and eastwards across Herefordshire to the Malvern and Shropshire Hills

The walk starts with a climb from ‘Stone Circle’ car park up to the trig point on Hay Bluff. Heading east, it soon joins Offa’s Dyke.

The walk then descends into the spectacular Olchon Valley before climbing up to the Cat’s Back Ridge. The Olchon Valley features in the book “Resistance” written by Owen Shears, who lives in Talgarth.

After a lunch break, the walk proceeds to the Black Hill (Crib y Garth) and then on back to Offa’s Dyke.

The walk finishes with a descent back to the Stone Circle Car Park at the base of Hay Bluff.

Absolutely stunning views with just one climb!

Sponsored by:  Hay Walkers and Penuel Chapel on the Hill

Maximum walking group size is 16 (+ leaders)