View from Kymin – The Round House Viewpoint loop from Monmouth

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View from Kymin – The Round House Viewpoint loop from Monmouth

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View from Kymin – The Round House Viewpoint loop from Monmouth

00:52

6.62km

230m

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

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Fiddler's Elbow National Nature Reserve

Wye Valley National Landscape

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482 m

St James' Church, Wyesham

Highlight • Historical Site

It was built in Decorated Gothic style in 1875 to designs of architect J.P.Seddon of Llandaff. The tower was completed in 1890 but since then there has been very little alteration of the building.

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3.63 km

Kymin rises above Monmouth on the edge of the Forest of Dean. It's a steep hill when approached from the town but its views are extravagant. Hike around the trails at the top to enjoy panoramas in every direction.

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3.86 km

The Kymin Roundhouse and view over Monmouth

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The Kymin is an 18th-century round house and naval temple on a prominent hill, set within 9 acres (4 ha) of grounds. It's a fair slog from Monmouth but you …

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3.92 km

The Round House Viewpoint

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A gravel summit, but worth it for the views

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3.99 km

The Naval Temple at The Kymin

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A temple that was inspired by Britain’s naval supremacy at the height of the British Empire and built in 1800. This was inspired by Nelson's victory in the Battle of …

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