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The spectacular river Wye is appreciated for its deep vales, market towns and classic river Wye views. But there's more to discover about the Wye. Here we uncover and explore what's behind its majestic flow from spectacular rivers, enchanting sources, rugged mountains feeding the river and deeply rural settlements speaking the language of the Wye’s gentler waters. Walkers of the Wye and nature lovers we can't get enough of the river and catchment and go with its flow whenever we can. To learn more about us click here to quickly start exploring the Wye Basin browse below.

Plynlimon Source Story

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Wye Valley Walk

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Quick Facts

Swan on tyhe river Wye in the Lower Wye Valley in the Wye Valley A.O.N.B

The Wye is an SSSI site of Special Scientific Interest

The mouth of the river Wye by Philip Halling geograph.org.uk

The Wye flows into the Severn Estuary at Chepstow

The river Wye in the Lower Wye Valley in the Wye Valley A.O.N.B

The Wye is the UK's fourth longest river with no barriers

River Wye facts. The river Wye is a Welsh and English river.

Starting in Wales the Wye is a Welsh and English river

8 Classic Views

Whilst hiking the Wye from source we have come across some pretty epic views. Scientifically proven they say 'awe' is good for us and we couldn't agree more as a great view makes us feel that life is fantastic in every way. If you're after views that make you feel great then click here for 8 inspiring Wye Valley views that definitely hit the right spot.

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19 river Explores
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The Wye basin is made up of 18 main river tributaries all inspiring and worth exploring with one main channel the Wye. Click above for the rivers and walk diaries.

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The Wye Environment

The Wye is in danger from pollution and high Phosphate levels. We want to make some changes. To see what's happening click Environment to enter the debate and Join the campaign.

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Wye Mountain Ranges

The Wye catchment or basin is made up of three distinct mountain ranges and numerous high summits exceeding 700 meters. Click above to explore them.

Wye Basin Trails

We've hiked all Wye rivers from source. Covering nearly 700 miles we've enjoyed every one. It's time now to explore the trails that intersect the Wye Basin. Some are national trails others are less well known. Click here to see the list of trails that are waiting for you to explore to.

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What did one of the worlds greatest survival experts 'Lofty John Wiseman' and said to be the worlds greatest living explorer Ranulph Fiennes say about the Wye and the simple act of exploring it? Check out the link below to find out.

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The upper Wye is home to the Plynlimon/Pumlumon massif, which feeds the Wye. Leading up to the massif is the Wye Valley Walk that takes you through the Wye Valley amid forest and farmsteads that have stood the test of time. Plynlimon/Pumlumons interior is obscured from the world of the lower valley where Llangurig and Rhayader go about their business. In this short 3 minute video we capture the area evocative in every way. Enjoy!

Hi all, I took a walk to St Cynidr holy well in Ffinnon Gwynydd above the Wye Valley the other week. The trail, the views, and the well were awesome. The reward - truly the best water. If interested in the recently uploaded video on youtube just copy and paste the title: BACK COUNTRY HIKE to ST CYNIDR'S Well Via the Wye Valley Walk Near Glasbury - or go to my WyeExplorer channel. It's a good one. Take care out there. Happy exploring. #wyevalley #wyevalleywalk #sacredwell #holywell #springwater #springwaters #hikelife #backcountry #midwales #midwaleswalks #glasbury #Ffinnongwynydd #villagewell #blackmountains #roamerscollective #myescapism

I just had to remember. 8 years today my dear identical twin died. It's been the most horrendous journey much of which I've not revealed to people. If you broadcast the pain to frequently people will abandon you. So, you own it with a heavy heart. This picture was taken near Craig Y Nos Castle at the entrance to the National Showcaves at Dan Yr Ogof. We were camping up in the mountains and passed by there. The standing stone and the symbol of infinity appealed to Paul. He's there now with the infinite. Love you Paul. #twin #twins #standingstone #danyogof #wales #grief #loss #memories #memoriesforlife

Here are a few signs of age while out and about. Isn't it an odd dichotomy that most are concerned with age yet when out exploring they admire and are fascinated by it? Weather effects can be especially beguiling. The first picture is a camp in the Hay Bluff interior near the river Honddu source a Wye sub tributary, the second is in the Radnor Forest looking at the awesome Harley Dingle and the last is on the Wye Valley Walk on Carn Gafallt. #greatoutdoors #outdoorcolours #exploringoutside #outdoortones #nature #weather #weathereffects #weathermoods #everydaylifeoutdoors #discoverearth #earthofficial #hiking

A few highlights on a walk that doesn't involve views so much. There's more to a walk than vistas. We all know it. The curve of a lane and the arch of an oak framing a view beyond, a spring/water spouting out of the hill amid holly and the canopy of trees, and a stile with a carpet of dappled light laid out for us to walk upon. We can't help but appreciate these glorious things as we meander the land. Lovely! #walkinginautumn #autumnwalking #autumn #lane #laneappreciationpost #lanes #waterspout #spring #outdoortones #tonesofnature #moodsofnature #watersounds #stile #woodlandlight

Admiring the Hay Bluff and the Black Mountains as it and they move position on a walk. Crossing over from England into Wales. #haybluff #haybluffpeak #tampa #lordherefordsknob #blackmountains #autumnvibes #autumnhike #roamers #roamerscollective #myescape #myescapism #herefordshire #countrysidelife #countrylife #wales

Lichens are incredible organisms. They live among different species of fungi and are the organisms that gave rise to the word symbiosis. They may have leafless branches, but they're not plants that draw water and nutrients like other plants. There are similarities though in that they produce photosynthesis. However, as they grow they don't act as a parasite but use a plant's surface or any other as a substrate. Reindeer love them and get a lot of nutrients from them. It keeps them strong as they grow old but not as old as Lichen, which can be up to 5,000 years old. Wow- and what far-out colours. #lichen #lichens #colour #colourtherapy #autumn #autumnvibes #hikingadventures #autumnhike

I had a great time on what's known as 'Little Mountain' in between the village of Dorstone in Herefordshire and Hay On Wye the other day. It's an easy hill with little effort but with all the views - Radnor Forest, Herefordshire, Hergest Ridge and Black Mountains. I even had some full on horse therapy on route. Check out my latest video: BIG VIEWS ON LITTLE MOUNTAIN & Full On HORSE THERAPY On Route - Just copy and paste into youtube. Take care all - have a cool day. #walkautumn #autumnwalk #autumncolours #hillwalking #hillwalk #peacefulnature #naturetherapy #horsetherapy #midwales #herefordshire #eyes #eyecontact

I came across this gnarly old Chestnut tree yesterday in the Wye Valley. It must have been 400 years old. The thing is I remembered it was the same tree my dear twin brother Paul climbed into while on the Offa's Dyke path in 2015. Not only was it a handsome specimen but it was the most thrilling memory. He photographed a lime hawk-moth in it. I think it's on this Instagram account. Awesome!

These prints are available in the @hafodhardware in Rhayader Mid Wales. A traditional store they stock more than just your hardware. Having lost my walking cane, which I needed because of injury I popped in on a hunch and picked up another. Re-the prints they're created by Tom the owner who is an artist also. They're incredible depicting, not just Rhayader, but the Elan, the Brecon Beacons, Builth Wells and more. Next time you're in town step inside - you'll get a warm welcome or visit their insta (above) or website hafodhardware.com #rhayader #midwales #midwalesmyway #hafodhardware

Captured these Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria) in the Cwmystwyth in the Cambrian Mountains. I was about to explore the Elan from the source. I'd never seen such a fine display. #flyagaric #flyagaric🍄 #amanitamuscaria #fungilove #fungiphotography #cwmystwyth #walesadventure #cambrianmountains

I went out on a circular walk from Rhayader's Lost Arc in Mid Wales and up onto Carn Gafallt in the Cambrian Mountains without expectations but as always I met some cracking people. Meet Gareth. I stood on his farm's doorstep Llanerch afallen and talked about ancient coins as he showed me some of his coin collection. After we bid each other goodbye I happily went on my way and enjoyed the tops and views before dropping back down to Rhayader via the Elan. The video is up on my youtube channel. It's called: Cambrian Mountains Walk | Carn Gafellt Circular From Rhayader Lost Arc | Great Meetings & Views - if interested just copy and paste and enjoy with a brew. Peace out. #cambrianmountains #midwales #midwalesadventure #midwalesmyway #circularwalk #hillwalking #hillwalk #welshviews #welshmountains #rhayader #lostarcrhayader #midwalesadventures #adventuretime

I love this picture. Captured it near Holme Lacy in the Wye Valley with my dear late twin brother Paul exactly 9 years ago tomorrow. So, I'm off for a walk that way keeping them channels open - you know paddling into the serene world of memory and spirit. Yeah, it's a great time of year - it was then and is now. #riverwye #wyevalley #wye #riverwyecanoe #wyecanoe #canoewye #autumn #autumnvibes #autumnseason #riverwalk #riverexplore #riveradventure

Who else loves a good sessile oak (Quercus petraea) woodland? I find they have a language all of their own. Gnarly and somewhat a hilly species it can be found as high up as 1500 meters. With both male and female flowers they are home to more than 257 species of insect, which, as we know, are the food source for birds and other predators. These Sessile oak woodlands are alive yet can appear so peaceful. I love em. This particular sessile oak woodland is Coed Y Cefn on the way to the Elan Valley just South West of Rhayader or West of the Wye in Wales. #sessileoak #sessileoakwoodland #oak #oakwoodland #woodland #woodlandwalks #woodlandpeace #forestbathing #forestbath #greenleaves #freshair

The Wye in Hereford today. A load of plans changed for a lot of people today including me. And the river continues on regardless. Pictured is the 11th C cathedral with later additions and the tip of the Left Bank Village. #wye #wyevalley #flooding #floodedriver #swollenriver #riverwye #cathedral #herefordcathedral #herefordleftbank #hereford

Nant Gwynllyn falls looking down towards Nant Gwynllyn Oligotrophic lake and the Wye Valley. An oligotrophic lake has a low nutrient content. This one was created in the last ice age due to impeded drainage. It's a little less than 1KM in circumference. #lake #gwynllynlake #waterfallwales #welshwaterfalls #wyevalley #cambrianmountains

Nant Gwynllyn Falls in the Cambrian Mountains. Worth a visit - just West of Rhayader on the old Aberystwyth road. For more see video: Rhayader to Nant Gwynllyn Falls | 7 Mile Circular On The Edge Of The Cambrian Mountains - just copy and paste.

I was in the Upper Wye the other day and walked to the Nant Gwynllyn falls just outside of Rhayader in the Cambrian Mountains. With their source at Esgair Perfedd 504 M they fall 80 meters over 300 and were not disappointing. It's a great time of year to see them - the view of the valley from the main set is pretty special. They're on the old Aberystwyth Road about 3 miles out of town. A right of way leads you to them. My latest video on Youtube gives you a great idea of what to expect - just copy and paste: Rhayader to Nant Gwynllyn Falls | 7 Mile Circular On The Edge Of The Cambrian Mountains PEACE! #waterfalls #welshwaterfalls #waleswaterfalls #waterfallswales #cambrianmountains #midwales

Being in the woods when it's wet and full of mist is like swimming to me. It's simply fully immersive at this time of year especially. All senses are being primed by the earthly sent through to the visual and the sounds. Breathe it in and bathe in it. There's no overdosing on the vibration of nature. And that's what it is at the end of the day - a vibration colour and all. It's sustaining and food for the soul. We're here in Kingswood Monmouthshire. #nature #naturebathing #forestbathing #forest #woodland #woodlandwalk #welshwoodland #monmouthshire #kingswood #walkingwales #waleswalking

In my last walk into the Llanthony Valley in the Black Mountains I was given something very special by local artist Caroline Downey. An illustrated book of the area with the most astounding illustrations. If you want to see more check out the new video uploaded to the Wye Explorer youtube channel. It's called: Llanthony Valley Loop Walk | Skirrid Inn | Hatterrall Ridge Cwmyoy | I Was Given Something Special - just copy and paste. Peace.

Monnow Bridge in Monmouth, Wales, is the only remaining fortified river bridge in Great Britain. It began being built in 1272 and spans the river Monnow, which rises on Cefn Hill opposite the Hay Bluff in the Black Mountains and flows into the Wye. #monnowbridge #monnowbridgegatehouse #monmouth #monmouthshire #rivermonnow #monnow

I was out doing a loop walk through Kingwood starting from Monmouth the other week after which I hooked up with the one and only ‘Solitary Rambler’ Patrick. We had a fantastic chat about hiking, the outdoors, youtube, and life. To see the video copy and paste the title (Monmouth Kingswood Loop Walk | Meeting The Solitary Rambler | Offa's Dyke | Will I Make It In Time?) into the search engine and there you have it – easy as. For details of the ‘Solitary Rambler’ see description below video. All the best out there. Here’s to hooking up with like-minded people. #monmouth #loopwalk #loopwalks👯‍♀️🦄 #monmouthshirewalks #monmouthshire #woodlandwalk #countrysidewalk #autumnalwalk #autumnal #woodlandmist #woodlandpeace #woodlandwander #woodland

How nice is this place? Hiking in Mid Wales and I come across this old farmhouse. It's half a mile down a lane/track with big hills to its rear. A proper enclave. I just stood almost in awe at the life there. In fact, I spoke to the owner who said his father bought it 50 years ago and renovated it from a ruin almost. He had spent his whole life in that house. Ah, living the dream. #oldfarm #oldfarmhouse #farmhouse #midwales #midwalesmyway #hikingadventures #walkingwales #countrywalk #countrywalks #backcountry #stonehouse

We're very near the source of the Wye. Having exited the Pumlumon massif in the Cambrian Mountains Wales the Wye quickly broadens as it heads for Llangurig. This is one of my favourite parts of the river about 1KM east of Pont Rhydgaled or the Sweetlamb. Right beside there in the plantation, is a fantastic camping spot if you're on the Wye Valley Walk. The river just jiggles its way beyond soothing heart, mind, and soul. #wye #wyevalley #river #riverwye #wyevalleywalk #cambrianmountains #hikingwales #backpackingwales #backpacking #riveradventure #riverbeauty

I had an epic 8 mile loop walk yesterday in the Black Mountains- not epic as in the wilds of Nepal but epic in the sense of connection. I met some great people, invoked memories of past adventures and touched base with a river that captivates me - the Honddu in the Llanthony Valley. No swimming in it but just a touch. #river #riversense #riverwalk #riverwalks #nature #naturehealing #natureheals #riverhealing #healingriver #riverbeautiful #riverhonddu #blackmountains #breconbeacons #bannaubrycheiniog #llanthonyvalley #valeofewyas

Some of the best things about camping are the unexpected pitches you find. I climbed out of the Wye Valley through a large wood and came upon this field overlooking the Wye and Black Mountains looking East. I was as mellow as a cello and in the zone when I noticed what looked like fire at the top of the mountain ridge. I didn't stop to think that it might be a red moon until it began to emerge from behind the mountain. I was mesmerized by this natural show of fire and light to the point of gentle rapture within. I was also soothed and as it rose higher I was ready for the deepest and most satisfying sleep. #fullmoon #fullmoonnight #mountainmoon #moon #wildcamping #wildcampinguk #camping #blackmountains #breconbeacons #bannaubrycheiniog #backpacking #waleshiking #midwales #midwalesmyway

Another incredible wild swim and swim spot. I'm just off the Carding Mill Valley in the Long Mynd at the reservoir. It was built in the 1800's to supply water to the mill but was closed soon after it opened. It's not that large - in fact, it's just the right-sized pool to swim in surrounded by semi-woodland and high slopes. It is beauty personified. It's no wonder I'm smiling. Besides the swimming it also makes for a hood walk and or short hike. For the short 10 min video check out/copy and paste: Amazing Wild Swim | Carding Mill | Long Mynd Shropshire Beauty Spot | Good People & Connections #cardingmill #cardingmillvalley #longmynd #wildswimming #wildswimminguk🧜 #openwaterswim #openwaterswimming #openwaterswimmingsociety #shropshire #adventureuk #swimadventure

Llanthony Priory in the Vale of Ewyas/Black Mountains. Situated beneath the Hatterrall Ridge and or Offa's Dyke it was founded in 1100 by one of Hugh de Lacy's knights. In 1135, after many attacks by the Welsh, the monks headed for Gloucester and founded the Secunda Priory there. The ruins are still there and events take place on the grounds. The Vale of Ewyas must be one of the most beautiful valleys on the borders of England and Wales. With Gospel pass further north it's well worth a visit. #llanthonypriory #llanthony #valeofewyas #blackmountains #breconbeacons #breconbeaconsnationalpark #bannaubrycheiniog

Loved this cheeky urban camp in LLandrindod Wells in Mid Wales the other week. I went for a hike with my 82 year old mate Pete (an inspiration) and spotted this back in town-right next to the Powys Council head offices. If interested I've uploaded the video to my YT channel called: Llandrindod Wells Loop Walk With Local Guide Pete & Stealthy Town Camp - just copy and paste into the search bar. What do I love about urban stealth camping? I love the breaking of convention. I spent a lot of time on the streets many years ago anyhow and to me it feels feral, which keeps me alive.

It's been a weird summer although I've enjoyed some of the cool wet days amid the nature. More to come I reckon this month. #summerhikes #hikinguk #coolweather #herefordshire #countryside #countrysidewalking #ruralwalks #bucolic #naturehikes #naturepeace

Having tea at Goodrich Castle in the Wye Valley, and we're visited by a super tame Common Chaffinch. What a beauty. The video is uploaded now. Just copy and paste: Birds of Goodrich Castle In The Wye Valley - A Common Chaffinch With Tea | Enjoying Birds Close Up - ah the simple things in life are the best. #commonchaffinch #chaffinch #wye #wyevalley #goodrich #goodrichcastle

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Welcome/Croeso to the home of Wye Exploring

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Quick Facts

The Wye is an SSSI site of Special Scientific Interest

The Wye flows into the Severn Estuary at Chepstow

The Wye is the UK's fourth longest river with no barriers

Starting in Wales the Wye is a Welsh and English river

8 Classic Views

19 river Explores
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The Wye Environment

Wye Mountain Ranges

Wye Basin Trails

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Welcome/Croeso to the home of Wye Exploring

Quick Facts

The Wye is an SSSI site of Special Scientific Interest

The Wye flows into the Severn Estuary at Chepstow

The Wye is the UK's fourth longest river with no barriers

Starting in Wales the Wye is a Welsh and English river

8 Classic Views

Thumbs Up For The Wye

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