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Join our Love your Countryside Walk in the Ewyas Harold area
Join CPRE Herefordshire’s free guided walk, led by trustee Paul Lodge, from Ewyas Harold to Dore Abbey is a popular 5.5-mile circular route through the Golden Valley, taking under three hours over gentle terrain on Sunday 20 September 2026.
About This Walk
The walk begins at Ewyas Harold Memorial Hall and climbs onto Ewyas Harold Common before following the scenic Golden Valley near the River Dore towards Dore Abbey. Founded in 1147, Dore Abbey is one of Herefordshire’s most significant medieval buildings. The final leg follows the Dulas Brook Valley back to Ewyas Harold, completing a circular route of around three hours at a gentle pace.
Key Highlights
The route takes in wide views across South West Herefordshire and the Welsh border country, including sight lines to Offa’s Dyke Path – the 177-mile National Trail running along the England-Wales border – as well as the ridge known as the Cat’s Back and the summit of the Skirrid. Ewyas Harold Common itself forms part of England’s common land network, grazed by ponies and rich in wild flora. Nationally, common land covers around 1.3 million acres across England and Wales, and roughly 88% of registered commons carry a wildlife, landscape or archaeological designation. Booking required, see link below.
Accessibility and Dogs
Because the route crosses stiles and brooks, it isn’t possible to accommodate wheelchairs or children’s pushchairs on this walk. Dogs are not allowed to protect the common’s grazing ponies and ground-nesting wildlife.
What to Bring
Sturdy boots, a rucksack, water, snacks, and waterproof clothing in case of inclement weather.
Part of CPRE’s Love Your Countryside Month
This walk is part of Love Your Countryside, CPRE’s month-long celebration running throughout September 2026 to mark the charity’s centenary. CPRE was founded in 1926 and has spent 100 years promoting, enhancing and protecting the English countryside; local guided walks like this one, led by CPRE branch volunteers and trustees such as Paul Lodge, sit at the heart of this year’s celebrations. Find out more about Love Your Countryside month here.
Walk Overview
Distance: 5.5 miles
Time: 10am–1pm (under three hours walking; arrival from 9.45am ready to start at 10am)
Terrain: grassy footpaths, common land, quiet tracks and roads, with some muddy or uneven sections and brook stepping stones. No steep climbs.
Starting point: Ewyas Harold Memorial Hall car park, Ewyas Harold, Herefordshire HR2 0EY
Date: Sunday 20 September 2026
Fitness level: this walk requires a moderate level of fitness
Group size: maximum 25 people
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this walk suitable for beginners?
The walk requires a moderate level of fitness. The terrain is mostly gentle, with grassy footpaths and quiet tracks, though there are some muddy or uneven sections and brook stepping stones, and no steep climbs.
Can I bring my dog or a pushchair?
No. Because the route crosses stiles and brooks, pushchairs and wheelchairs cannot be accommodated, and pet dogs are not permitted on this walk.
Who is leading the walk?
The walk is guided by Paul Lodge, a trustee of CPRE Herefordshire.
How do I book my place?
Places are limited to 25 walkers and are booked via Eventbrite here.
