Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: January 21, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.21 km

Acorn Woods Bluebell Forest

Highlight • Forest

6.15 km

Herefordshire–Gloucestershire Border Gate

Highlight • Structure

carved into the wall either side

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6.17 km

Gloucestershire–Herefordshire Boundary Stone Wall

Highlight • Historical Site

While county borders are often marked with road signs, these boundary markers are notable for their attractive stone carvings. Set into the wall on the hike up to May Hill, …

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6.69 km

May Hill Summit

Highlight • Summit

Distinct and visible for miles around, May Hill has a little hat of trees on top. A Marilyn, it lies just north of the Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire and …

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8.66 km

Newent Woods

Forest

10.7 km

Forest Path

Highlight • Forest

From the start point car park you need to walk along the side of the road for a couple of minutes before you get into the woods

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11.6 km

Woodland Pond with Lily Pads

Highlight • Lake

There is a hidden retreat deep into the woods with its own lake. Might be worth booking !

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15.6 km

Newent Market House

Highlight • Monument

A charming little town with many old buildings, cafes and pubs.

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15.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.10 km

3.27 km

2.25 km

990 m

150 m

Surfaces

7.87 km

3.63 km

3.23 km

812 m

231 m

Elevation

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Acorn Woods Bluebell Forest

Herefordshire–Gloucestershire Border Gate

Gloucestershire–Herefordshire Boundary Stone Wall

May Hill Summit

Forest Path

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Newent Market House

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