"The Usk is notoriously dangerous because of the tides, " she said.

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Low tide makes for excellent guided mudflat hiking, and incoming tides can be dangerous for those unprepared.

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Last year it was open to members of the club only, with the public warned not to take part because tides of up to 22ft (6.7m) coupled with strong winds made conditions too dangerous.

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