The Striders walking group uses Monmouth’s superb location for walks in the Black Mountains, Brecon Beacons, Monmouthshire, Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, the Malvern Hills, and the Wye, Monnow and Usk Valleys. We are a friendly and sociable group, and enjoy welcoming newcomers to share our enthusiasm for walking.
How we operate
- All walkers must be members of Monmouth u3a.
- Striders walks are between 7.5 and 9.5 miles in length and normally take between 5 and 6 hours. The pace is moderate.
- Walkers are responsible for ensuring that the walk is suitable for their level of fitness and that they are adequately equipped.
- Members of the group volunteer to lead walks which they recce in advance.
- Walkers are advised to wear walking boots or stout shoes, to bring a waterproof for inclement weather, and a change of shoes for the car. Walking poles can be very useful.
- Bring a drink and a snack for a mid-morning stop, and a packed lunch.
- Be prepared to cross stiles and to walk up and down steep hills.
- We meet at the start point of the walk, but also encourage car-sharing from Rockfield Community Centre Car Park, 25 Cornwallis Way, Monmouth, NP25 5DN.
- Monmouth u3a, leaders and convenors cannot accept liability for any loss or injury suffered by any person taking part in walking activities, though every effort is made to ensure walks are safe.
- If the weather is bad, please check with the Walk Leader to find out if the walk will take place.
New members are required to read the Walkers Risk Assessment and Advice which is on the u3a website, and to send an email to the convenor to confirm that they have read it and accept it.
Please contact the Convenors for further information, or if you would like to join the Striders walking group.
