Hiking Highlight
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From Devil’s Pulpit you are afforded a fantastic view over the ruins of Tintern Abbey, a gothic masterpiece founded in 1131 by Cistercian monks. According to legend, the Devil preached from this spot to tempt the monks to desert their order.
October 7, 2019
The Devil's Pulpit is a rocky limestone outcrop and scenic viewpoint located in the Forest of Dean District of Gloucestershire, England, within the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is known for its views across the River Wye to Tintern Abbey, which stands on the opposite bank in Monmouthshire, Wales.
Access lies from the Offa's Dyke Path, and the site is close to the Offa's Dyke earthwork itself. It is possible to climb up onto the flat plateau of the rock, which can accommodate a few people. In the hollow behind the rock, lies an ancient yew tree, with its roots grown into and around a pile of stone.
Legend holds that the devil would preach from here to the monks and occupants of Tintern Abbey below.[1]
February 13, 2020
Today people sometimes refer to Finnich Glen itself, a short 70ft glen,as Devils Pulpit, the name was originally used to describe a circular green top rock inside. According to local lore.The gorge was a secret meeting place for the ancient druids
July 23, 2020
The Devil's Pulpit is a rocky limestone outcrop and scenic viewpoint located in the Forest of Dean District of Gloucestershire, England, within the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is known for its views across the River Wye to Tintern Abbey, which stands on the opposite bank in Monmouthshire, Wales.
Access lies from the Offa's Dyke Path, and the site is close to the Offa's Dyke earthwork itself. It is possible to climb up onto the flat plateau of the rock, which can accommodate a few people. In the hollow behind the rock, lies an ancient yew tree, with its roots grown into and around a pile of stone.
Legend holds that from here the devil would taunt the monks and occupants of Tintern Abbey below.
Amazing day out for all the family.
April 23, 2021
The Devil's Pulpit is a rocky limestone outcrop and scenic viewpoint located in the Forest of Dean District of Gloucestershire, England, within the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is known for its views across the River Wye to Tintern Abbey, which stands on the opposite bank in Monmouthshire, Wales.
Access lies from the Offa's Dyke Path, and the site is close to the Offa's Dyke earthwork itself. It is possible to climb up onto the flat plateau of the rock, which can accommodate a few people. In the hollow behind the rock, lies an ancient yew tree, with its roots grown into and around a pile of stone.
Legend holds that the devil would preach from here to the monks and occupants of Tintern Abbey below.[1]
The Devil's Pulpit also refers to a rock formation at Finnich Glen (Finnich Gorge) near Drymen, Stirling in Scotland.[2][3]
March 11, 2020
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