St Wenn to Withiel circular walk

St Wenn to Withiel

The bridge after direction 8 has been reported as collapsed. There a few large stones which can be used as an alternative way across the stream.

A circular walk from St Wenn in the upper reaches of the Ruthern Valley, through Rosenannon woods and along the Saints' Way pilgrimage route to the mediaeval church at Withiel, where the Rector shut down The Pig and Whistle for being an ungodly establishment.

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The walk starts near St Wenn church and follows footpaths, tracks and lanes to reach Rosenannon. The walk then joins a path through the woods and follows the river valley to the confluence with the River Ruthern. The walk then joins the Saint's Way to Withiel to reach the church. The return route is across fields and on a country lane with some nice wildflowers during spring and early summer.

Highlights

  • Pretty woodland at Rosenannon
  • Wildflowers along the lanes and tracks in Spring
  • Quiet countryside with lots of wildlife

Considerations

  • The track at the start is often muddy after wet weather - this can be quite deep from churn by tractor wheels.
  • During summer, the path from direction 3 and the final direction can both become overgrown with nettles and the path through the woods at Rosenannon from direction 8 is also prone to summer growth. Take a stick, and secateurs if you have them, to clear your way.

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Vital statistics

  • OS Explorer: 106
  • Distance: 6.1 miles/9.9 km
  • Steepness grade: Moderate
  • Recommended footwear: Walking boots in summer. Wellies in winter or after wet weather.

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