Today, 10 enthusiastic ramblers, including our welcome guest James from Clevedon Ramblers, embarked on a fantastic 10-mile circular walk led by Paddy, titled “The Kymin, The Suckstone & Biblins Bridge.” Starting from the Wyebridge Street car park next to Monmouth School for Boys. We began by heading east via the subway to access the historic Wye Bridge. This Grade I listed stone bridge in Hereford, constructed in 1490, replaced an earlier timber bridge dating back to the 12th century. Crossing the Wye, we made our way along the A4136 and soon picked up the Offa's Dyke Path. Meandering through the woodland of Garth Wood and Beaulieu Wood, we found ourselves at The Kymin. This hill, overlooking Monmouth, is known for its neo-classical monuments, the Roundhouse and the Naval Temple, built between 1794 and 1800. Here, we stopped for a tea break, admiring the views across to The Skirrid, Sugar Loaf, and beyond. Suitably refreshed, we headed to The Naval Temple for a group photo. Built in 1800, this unique monument commemorates 16 British admirals who achieved significant victories in major sea battles. We retraced some steps before continuing through farmland towards the busy A4136, crossing into the serenity of the woodland in Reddings Inclosure. Following the Wysis Way towards Near Hearkening Rock, we reached The Suck Stone, thought to be the largest detached block of rock in the British Isles, weighing an estimated 14,000 tons. Here, we enjoyed a well-earned lunch break. Our descent through Lady Park Wood was steep but brief, and we soon found ourselves at the iconic Biblins Bridge. This footbridge, built in 1957, spans the River Wye and connects the Forest of Dean with the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Crossing the border into England, we descended onto The Biblins Tea Garden, where we all enjoyed delicious ice cream! The hard work was now done, and a 4-mile walk along the banks of the Wye through woodland and farmland, crossing the border back into Wales, led us back to the car park. Thanks to all who came, wonderful company as always and many laughs, topped off with a lovely visit to The Nag's Head in Monmouth.