Brockweir Bridge – View of Tintern Abbey loop from Hewelsfield and Brockweir

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South West England

Gloucestershire

Forest Of Dean

Hewelsfield And Brockweir

Brockweir Bridge – View of Tintern Abbey loop from Hewelsfield and Brockweir

Hard

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Brockweir Bridge – View of Tintern Abbey loop from Hewelsfield and Brockweir

05:04

17.6km

420m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 2, 2026

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Wye Valley National Landscape

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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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Tunnel closed until spring 2023

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