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Welcome. The Wye is a place to drift, roam and breathe things back in. Its river, valleys and backwaters invite slow travel — on foot, in water, in a tent, or, as we know only too well, with nowhere particular to be. This site is an open door into the Wye Basin: its natural beauty, quiet corners and lived-in wildness. Follow the river and see where it leads.

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Experience the spectacle of a winter sunrise at Symonds Yat Rock, where mist fills the River Wye Valley and golden light literally spills across the landscape. Witness incredible views from this ancient site, offering tranquility and awe-inspiring beauty in the heart of Herefordshire." Happy New Year.

Top 8 Wye 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.

Top 8 Wye Views

19 River Explores & Hikes

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

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Source Walks

The Wye and its rivers are host to some incredible sources-gully's and views. Who thinks to walk to the source of a river? If you did you'd discover some great natural wonders. Explore below.

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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 the link to explore them.

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Wye Basin Trails

We've hiked all Wye rivers from source. Covering 600 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.

Thumbs Up For The Wye

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 it is the Wye Valley Walk that takes you through mountain, vales, forest and farmsteads that have stood the test of time. Plynlimon/Pumlumons interior is obscured from the world of the lower valley. In this short 3 minute video we capture the area evocative in every way. Enjoy!

January next to a frozen Punchbowl at the base of the Blorenge near Abergavenny. This is a dramatic space to the east of Keepers Pond. Many don't get to discover it. #punchbowl #blorenge #blorengemountain #wakingwales #waleswalking #monmouthsire #hikingwales #ramble #winterwalk #ukwinter #wintervibes❄️

You wouldn't know it from the road, but the first winter shot is of the Harley Dingle in the Radnor Forest. It really is a surprise to many - you have to get off the main drag to know this area. These are older shots - just dreaming as I overcome a knee injury. Recovery is going well. I'll be out there soon, soaking up the delights of Mid Wales. #radnorforest #radnor #midwales #walkingwales #waleswalking #thewalescollective #naturewalk #walknature #naturesway #hillwalking

Sunrise this morning, New Year's Eve at Yat Rock in Herefordshire. The conditions were perfect. It was minus 3, there was no wind, good folk arrived, the Wye was wonderful, and the sun was spectacular. Happy New Year, everyone. Thanks for everything in 2025. Roll on 2026. #sunrisephotography #sunriselover #sunshine #yatrock #symondsyat #herefordshire #herefordshirecountrylife #earlymorningwalk #earlysunrise

A few hills in Herefordshire. Some rolling, some wide and long, as with the Black Mountains. Rural and countryside walking is a balm to the soul. It's not just about the views; it's the sense of history that’s evident in the land I get off on. Each hill, each valley, has a story that permeates. Yeah, through the vales, the holloways, ancient settlements, churches, and woodland, I connect with a much deeper, layered picture. I love it. #countrywalk #countrywalks #herefordshire #ramble #rambling #valleywalks #outdoorcollective #naturecollective #naturewalks #blackmountains

The River Dore in Herefordshire's Golden Valley yesterday, which flows for 12 miles off the southern slopes of Merbach Hill into the Monnow and then the Wye. Yes, the source is Merbach and not Cusop Hill as suggested by some - environmental agency data confirms this. It was a wet hike - wet wet wet. But the ramble was awesome. I feel for the farmers. There isn't much they can do with land this saturated. #riverdore #riverwalk #herefordshire #countrywalk #rambler #ramble #goldenvalley #winterfarms #december #decemberwalk #valleywalk

I am not kidding when I say this place oozes atmosphere. 12th-century St Nicholas Church in Grosmont is stripped down with only Flagstone floors and no pews. The roof is the oldest church roof in Wales. It's dim inside, invoking the ages. I swear to you it's worth a visit if you're in the area - it's on the Monnow Valley and 3 Castle's Walk. The tower was originally built by Edmund Crouchback, the second surviving son of King Henry III. It was said that Grosmont Castle and the area were his favourite. Entirely up to you, but I did a short 4-minute video for the Wye Explorer channel entitled: The Ancient Church of St Nicholas, Grosmont | Atmospherics From Down The Ages. I think I captured the atmosphere. Peace out. #grosmont #stnicholas #monnowvalley #monnowvalleywalk #3castleswalk #monmouthsire

Nature-related, but a bit odd. Walking through Tesco and my mate Jason Morris gave me a bag of what I think were Bay Boletes. Whatever they were delicious with my omelet later. It's not every day you come out of Tesco with some truly wild, freshly foraged mushrooms in the Wye Valley. #forage #foraging #wildfood #wildedibles #bayboletes #wyevalley

Just a peak at Pen y Fan from Brecon. It's moody as. But I love this view for its evocative nature. #brecon #breconbeacons #bannaubrycheiniog #mistymountains #walescollective #breconshire #penyfan

I wanted to try and capture the cold moon the other night with my simple Sony RX100 Mk4. I have some things to learn. I reckon I ought to have adjusted the shutter speed. This was OK - you can see the stars, and it was the perfect night out. My goal? To get photography licked and to acquire a better camera for the job. #coldmoon #moonlight #moontribe #naturemoon #moonphoto #treemoon #coldnight #starlit #nightsky

I came across this Birch wood the other day in Monmouthshire. I don't often come across these. It was incredibly lit in the late afternoon sun. Good for firewood - maybe that's why it was there back in the day. #birch #birchtree #birchwood #ancientwoodland #woodlandwalk #sunlight #sunset #welshcollective #walescollective #naturelight #hikewales #ramble #monmoutshire #monmouthshire

Some great skies out during this winter walk on Cefn Hill in Herefordshire. #winterskies #wintersky #winterwalk #snowwalk #snowday #herefordshire #herefordshirecountrylife #hillwalk

Out remembering my dear identical twin, Paul, 9 years ago yesterday, he passed away. Wow, what happens to time? Love you, Paul. The day was divine - wild and divine! Here are just two photos. It was the Grosmont circular on the Monmouthshire and Herefordshire border - taking in sections of the Monnow Valley Walk and Three Castles Walk. The rainbow was far out beside Grosmont village - we're looking into West Herefordshire. Let us know. Many thanks. Peace out there.
#grosmont #monmouthshirewalks #monmouthshire #countrywalk #countrysidewalk #herefordshire #rainbow #rambling #ramble #borderlands #november

Hey, guys, how often do you get the chance to go behind the gates of a Private Estate? Richard Beardsley and I were given that chance on the Sweet Lamb estate at the source of the Wye, courtesy of @sandrabennettevans and her husband. Thanks, guys. We were there because Richard is making a documentary about the Wye, and he wanted to interview me. To see how it went, copy and paste the title into YouTube: Behind the Gates of Sweetlamb, A Privileged Journey to the River Wye Source Viewpoint.

We drove through the estate and walked to the official viewpoint of the source on the Wye Valley Walk. It was great to be back at the source, albeit blowing a hooley and wet. Please do comment – I love the chat. All the best. #riverwye #wyevalley #wye #plynlimon #plynlimonfawr #cambrianmountains #midwales #waleswalking #riverwalk #rivers

I think the autumn colours this year have been some of the best. Here we see Fishpool Valley at Croft Castle in North Herefordshire. It's a medieval system present all the way up the valley. The walk is beautiful leading to Bircher Common and a great loop walk if you choose. The area is mostly Lugg catchment feeding into the Wye. #autumn #autumnvibes #autumncolors🍁 #herefordshire #herefordshirecountryside #autumnwood

Just a few autumn colours down the Wye in Hereford. It's looking beautiful as you cross the river. #autumn #autumnvibes #herefordcathedral #cathedral #hereford #cityofhereford #riverwye #wyevalley #wye

I had to post this. I love coming across old bikes, full of flowers. This is not the first, whilst I'm out cycling myself. I ask, why do people adorn old bikes like this? Perhaps it harps back to another time that was, without doubt, slower and so therefore perceived as more peaceful. Whatever the reason, they capture my attention and make me smile at the simple beauty in my midst. #oldbike #vintagebike #cycling #bikeriding #countryside #countrysidelife #herefordshire #flowers #bucketflowers #beautifulbikes #custombycycle

At long last, my notifications are back on as normal. That's another 5 months messing about with instagram. Anyhow, here are some recent photos taken with my new camera, the Sony RX100 MK4. They've been taken from off of Garway Hill in Herefordshire. One is of the most unusual doughnut, Silver Birch. The other two the landscape from the top - Black Mountains/Welsh & English border. If ever in Herefordshire, it's one of the easy hills with all the views. Peace out. #garwayhill #garway #blackmountains #landscapephotography #sonyrx1001v #sonycamera #herefordshire #welshborder

The Edw Valley at sunrise. The River Edw that flows through it starts on the slopes of Llandegley Rocks and enters the Wye at Aberedw. On the right is Llandeilo Hill and Aberedw Rocks, and on the left Aberedw Hill. I love this valley, especially at this time of day, from the other side of the Wye on the Wye Valley Walk. It's worth timing your walk if in the area to get this special moment in. Mid Wales can be epic. #edw #wyevalley #wyevalleywalk #valleyview #midwales #naturetones #walescollective

R.I.P Ozzy. Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath on the Wye. Wyeld Ozzy, you might say. As shared on Facebook by Talgarth History.
#ozzy #ozzyosbourne #wye #wyevalley #riverwye #talgarthhistory

A local stretch of the Wye to me between the Bunch of Carrots and Mordiford - some people mellowing out on the river. I see a lot of people on the Wye - they come from as far as Hay and Glasbury further up. I love to see it. #wye #wyevalley #riverwye #canoeing #wyecanoe

What with all the sunshine, just a few to symbolize the light that permeates all. #sunshine #sunlight #sun #sunrays #suntone #naturetones #sunbeam

A walk along the river Lugg, the Wye's main tributary, which starts amid Pool Hill in Radnorshire and enters the Wye at Mordiford east of Hereford. I love the banks and meanders in this river. There are many stretches, which are secluded and rich in bankside flora, which helps the fauna. There are a plethora of common grasses in the meadows - love these and your common reed beds up and down the banks. These support warblers, Kingfisher, Wagtails, Moorhen, Grebes, Swans, Dragonflies, damselflies, grasshoppers, water fleas, shrimps, water spiders, and so much more. Walking the banks or even swimming in amongst it all is a real ascension of sorts. I have a stretch local to me east of Hereford city), which is so special that I never get bored with it. #lugg #riverlugg #riverbank #riverbanks #banks #bankside #riverwalks #naturetones #rivernature #herefordshirewildlifetrust

I’ve been wondering about all the views I enjoy in the Wye Valley. There’s an essence of being that flows through me as I gaze. What could it be? I ask myself. It’s not just the pretty view! From where I’m standing, there’s always this feeling of infinity. The landscape stretches before me without a visible end, it appears. And that feeling—of being unbound, of not having limits—is something that resonates deeply within. Regarding us all, it reflects our inner longing for freedom and expansiveness. Boundaries, whether physical or mental, feel constricting. The "open" view, like the one I’m experiencing here, symbolizes liberation from those constraints. I mean, just by looking at the fields, I know there are boundaries in the valleys. But there’s an invitation in the vista to sense and imagine something else beyond the confines of daily life. A limitless being is in the space - so much to do, feel, and see. I breathe it in like I drink water. The view is just above Erwood with the Black Mountains to the east. #wye #wyevalley #riverwye #blackmountains #midwales #walesadventure #walescollective #riverview #valleyview #valley #naturetones #naturefreedom #hikinguk #windingriver #freedomthinkers

Happy Birthday, my dear Paul.

It’s another birthday without you, my twin, and I feel it as strongly as ever. Over the years, I’ve tried to keep doing the things we loved—hiking, swimming, exploring—but it’s been hard. Some days, I never thought I’d make it. You know that the world doesn’t stop. It carries on as if nothing has shifted in my life—and that’s how it’s been from the start. No one back home has ever asked about you. No curiosity. It’s as if you never existed.

We all long to hear our loved ones spoken of—it breathes life into the silence they left behind, filling the void with meaning instead of just absence. But no one speaks of you. And I’m left trying to convince myself of your value and the depth of your existence, as though it’s something I have to defend instead of something that should simply be known. That’s what’s been hardest—the need to defend your life in the absence of interest.

There are two ways this can go: I can take it personally—see it as a reflection on you or me—or I can see it for what it is. It’s the world’s limitation, not mine. A lack of sensitivity, love, and compassion is not a lack of your worth. When I say I lost you, and that we never married and lived together, people stop there. No one asks: What did he love? What music did he listen to? Where was his favourite place? Nothing. It’s like there’s no mirror. We were invisible, Paul.

But I have the sunrise. I was up this morning to honour our life together. Last year, I did the same. The year before, I was on a long-distance hike in your name. The spirit lives on, even if the world looks away. Let’s not get caught up in that, because if we do, we start believing their silence means something. But it doesn’t. It never did. What we shared was real. You were real. You are real. And your absence doesn’t make you less so.

So I return to the sunrise, to the quiet rituals no one sees. I keep showing up for you—even when the world forgets. Especially then. Because remembrance is love. And I will always choose love.

Love you, Paul. I’ll always be there, with you.
Here’s to the sunrise.
#identicaltwin #twinloss #birthdaycelebration♥️ #woodlandwalk

Day 3, and the last, revealed some unexpected twists for me. The Epynt proved to be a challenge with my injury/arthritis, but on this day, it was the heat on the exposed tops of this part of Mid Wales that permeated. I was drinking as fast as I was sweating, and then disaster! There, a stream, "I need to filter water again, I'm thirsty as f..k," I said to myself. Placing my sack down from my soaked back I reached towards my side pocket to retrieve the filter. "Oh, s..t, where's my filter?" I had the rest of the day to go, and it was gone - vanished into the depths of the sweltering Epynt. There was nothing for it, I had to drink out of the streams with a plethora of sheep populating them. It was that or heat stroke. I was in a survival situation with nobody around. So, did I make it without collapsing in the May heat? You'll have to watch day 3 of my adventure. Just copy and paste the title into my YouTube channel WyeExplorer: The Epynt Way, Day 3 - Mad Heat - Losing My Water Filter - Survival Hike & Finish - thanks all it was an awesome trek after 2 years out. Peace. #epynt #epyntway #sennybridge #midwales #midwalesadventures #walkingwales #waleswalking #backpackinguk #backpackingwales #breconbeacons

This is what I woke up to on the second day of my Epynt Way. I saw the pitch from above on the hill. I descended into a meadow/glade, and on arrival at my pitch, I glanced into the stream, which was 3 yards away. There, as I peered into the light-filled water course, was a Heron standing, focused on the hunt. I wasn't quick enough with my camera, but I just knew after over 15 miles that this was the right spot. The bird spirit had spoken. The following morning, the stream/brook was still jiggling its waters, and the sun was rising. It was fresh and wet, dew-laden. As I dropped my tent, I glanced up the slope - there bobbing across it was a Stoat. Later, a Hare would glide passed me like a kangaroo. If you haven't watched day 2 on my YouTube channel, just copy and paste this title into the search bar: The Epynt Way, Day 2: The Western Flank | People, Valley Views, Brews & Intense Camp Encounter - thanks, enjoy with a cuppa this amazing nature filled part of Mid Wales. #epynt #epyntway #midwales #midwalesadventures #backpackinguk #backpackingwales #walescollective #naturetrail #wildcampinguk #ukwildcamping #naturetones

Day 2 of the Epynt Way is up on my YouTube channel. It was an epic day, and the camp I was walking into was crazy awesome on a nature level. Just copy and paste: The Epynt Way Day 2: People, Valley Views & Brews, the Western Flank & Intense Camp Encounter, take care all. Happy hiking. #epyntway #epynt #backpackinguk #backpackinglife #walescollective #walesadventure #midwales

The Epynt Way in Mid Wales, wherever you turn, inspires visually. It could be an external view of the central Brecon Beacons in the distance, standing like sentinels, or something more inward, as with this Cwm and stream in picture 2. The grand external we stand and gaze - the internal we are fully immersive too, only this time probably sitting down as I was. It's time for a drink, something meditative and relaxing. Of course, you can flip it and do the same with the grand and epic - whatever you choose, the Epynt Way provides. It's a great trail. Part 1 of my hike on the trail is on my YouTibe channel if you missed it. The title is: The Epynt Way, Day 1: A Tough, Wild Walk Through Wales’ Lost Land | 90km Solo Hike - just copy and paste. Have a great weekend, all. Happy trails. #epynt #epyntway #midwales #walesadventure #walescollective #naturetones #happytrails #uktrails #longwalk #breconbeacons #mynyddepynt

A couple more pictures from my Epynt Way hike. This time at camp, which was spectacular. Here's the thing, though, I took a wrong turn and lost time, and returning did not have any more to give to the day. But right at the junction where I returned was a pitch with an incredible view and later, a sunset. Had I walked the right path, I'd have been in the woods. Some mistakes work out. The video of the Epynt Way is on my YouTube channel if interested: The Epynt Way, Day 1: A Tough, Wild Walk Through Wales’ Lost Land | 90km Solo Hike #epynt #epyntway #sunset #sunsettrail #naturetones #endoftheday #hikingwales #midwales #longdistancewalk #longwalks

I recently walked nearly 50 miles of the Epynt Way. Situated between the Cambrian Mountains in the north and the central Brecon Beacons in the south, it's a rugged upland area steeped in farming and military history. I remembered for the first day the farmers who were ejected to make way for the Sennybridge training ground and observed some training as I was on the way. The scenery was cracking as I negotiated arthritis in my ankle. Would I complete this? I asked. If you want to see what the way is about and to see how I get on go on over you my youtube channel where there is part 1 of the way. Called: The Epynt Way, Day 1: A Tough, Wild Walk Through Wales’ Lost Land | 90km Solo Hike ...... I hope you enjoy it and maybe explore the area yourself. I found it awesome. Peace. #epyntway #epynt #backpacking #backpackingwales #backpackingwales #hikingwales #sennybridge #adventurewales #midwales #midwaleswalks #walescollective #naturetones

A glimpse of the Wye from Aberedw Rocks. I love it up here, 200 metres above the river. It's at the end of a very long whale back ridge, some 8 Km long. Starting from Red Hill in the east, it runs over the top of Rhulen and Llandeilo hills before reaching the rocks and the Wye Valley. The views of the region are fantastic, and if heading west from Red Hill, you're rewarded with this view. Fantastic! #aberedwrocks #wyevalley #wye #riverwye #midwales #walescollective #natureconnect #naturetones #walkingwales #waleswalking #riverview

Ah, awesome memories of the Eign Railway Bridge in Hereford. When we were young, we would get onto the bridge and get down into the side shelters as soon as a train approached. Putting a couple of pence on the line, we'd scream, 'aaaaaahhhhhhhhhh,' as the train thundered over what was once a line that went, not just to Abergavenny and south Wales, but Gloucester too. Built in the 1930s, this one rattled. We were a mad bunch, but what fun over the Wye as we picked up our money, now flat as a pancake. #wye #wyevalleywalk #youthful #memoriesforlife #outdoorsplay #trainspotting #riverwye

I captured this dude meditating amid the Skirrid with some sounds or a podcast going down. The spot was right for him to be inspired and be mellow. #skirrid #skirridfawr #meditation #headphones #naturemedicine #naturemeditation #peacefull #peacefullview #walescollective #naturetones #mellow

Happy Sunday, everyone. I came across this some time ago on the Lugg Meadows near Hereford and smiled back. In fact, they say, 'smile and the world will smile back.' It's not always the case, but it does work often, especially if it's a genuine smile, which can disarm tension, create connection, and build trust. It's this that leads others to respond in kind. I hope you get a few smiles today or next week out and about. If not, nature will always make you smile inside. Peace. #smileandtheworldwillsmileback #smileandtheworldsmileswithyou #smiling #smile #outdoorsmile #naturesmiles #natureconnection #happynature

Last night, I was training for my Epynt Way L.D walk in Mid Wales and came across a predated Mallard Egg. The remaining Yoke was still running. As is usual with me, I picked it up as part of my collection at home. You can still collect eggs, but never take live eggs; only those predated upon or from nests abandoned after the season.

A typical clutch may include up to 13 eggs. Once incubation begins, the hen will sit on her eggs for most of the day for about 25–29 days. She leaves the eggs (typically covered with down) for about an hour each morning and afternoon to feed. Because incubation starts all at once, the viable eggs usually hatch together, typically within 12–24 hours of one another. Some do not survive like this one. #mallard #mallardduck #duckegg #nature #survival #eggcollection #collectingeggs #luggmeadows #lugg

Out on the Lugg Flats, east of Hereford, I see a Swan on a nest and an older nest up in a canopy. I’ve taken lots of pictures of nests, but it got me thinking again about how they make me feel. With their beauty and intricacy, what do they represent?

Well, symbolically, a nest often stands for home, safety, and nurturing - a place where life begins. But there’s also this deeper sense of transience to them. I mean, birds don’t stay in their nests forever - they build them with care, raise their young, and then leave. So, a nest can represent a temporary refuge, cycles, or the courage it takes to let go, which we all struggle with to some degree.

There’s a spiritual side to them, too. Just look at their intricacy and the creation of them. They use whatever they can find - twigs, feathers, string - and turn it into a sanctuary. There’s a beauty in the resourcefulness and in the art of making something meaningful from the seemingly mundane.

So, the lesson is don’t overlook things – a short walk when time is pressing, a tiny copse that seems to amount to nothing when in the city, and especially not people. All of them may just be the refuge you're looking for. Beyond this, they're simply a wonder to look at. #swan #swannest #nest #nesting #nature #natureenchantée #enchantment #wonder #naturephilosophy #philosophy #naturecollection #naturecollective

The River Llynfi is a right-bank tributary of the Wye, flowing for around 13 miles from its source near Blaenllynfi Castle by Bwlch. It joins the Wye at Glasbury, but what makes this little river unusual is its journey through the largest natural lake in South Wales—the magnificent Llangorse Lake.

Not many people know that Llangorse feeds into the Wye and sits entirely within the Wye basin, which itself lies within the boundaries of the Brecon Beacons National Park—now known by its Welsh name, Bannau Brycheiniog. The area is surrounded by some incredible high tops: Allt y Esgair, Mynydd Llangorse, and Mynydd Troed being the standouts.

I remember walking the length of the river with Paul—exactly ten years ago this month, from the 9th to the 12th of April. We met up with Welsh Chris and camped our first night on the slopes of Pen Gloch-y-Pibwr, which stands at 674 metres. The second night, we stumbled upon an abandoned caravan, cleaned it up a bit, and had what felt like a luxury stay—at least by our standards.

We always did this kind of thing, Paul and I - it was an adventure. Well, it's that time of year again, and I find it the best time for an adventure - the spring courses through everything and stimulates our beings. So, have a great time out there connecting with the life of spring and making them memories. Peace. #riverhike#riveradventure#riverwalk#afonllynfi #breconbeacons #breconbeaconsnationalpark#bannaubrycheiniog #wildcampingwales #walescollective #riverwye #wye #outdoortones #naturehike #naturehealing #springtime #april

It’s 50 years since the Wye Valley Walk was created. To celebrate the @wyevalleynationallandscape are staging numerous walks throughout April to October – they span sections from the Upper to the Lower Wye. If you’re interested go on over to their Instagram or website at www.wyevalleywalk.org/celebrating-50-years-of-the-wye-valley-walk. It’s been a cracking start to the month and I think it may continue for the best part of this year. There are some great guides and it should be fun. #wyevalleynationallandscape #wyevalley #wyevalleywalk #wyevalleywalks #wye

April on the slopes. Any guesses as to what area we're looking at? It could be anywhere granted so here's a hint. The Wye flows around this range and then into the English county - we're on the borders. If you weren't from here you'd never think it. #apriloutdoors #april #sprintime #springhills #outdoortones #natureloversgallery #landscapephotography #hikinglife #borderlands #borders #mountainslopes

A super rural ride out towards east Herefordshire. I was unearthing some old gems on this one. I love to see the old farming let alone the ancient settlements. As a bonus, I came away with a newly killed Pheasant on the road, which I promptly took home and cooked. These are the gifts - it's in the universal restaurant. There is a recently uploaded video on the Wye Explorer YouTube channel if interested. Peace out. #cycleride #countrycycle #countrylife❤️ #outdoortones #herefordshire #herefordshirelife

On what hill? I've been up here numerous times, and one time, my brother Paul took these two photos this week 9 years ago as it happens. Now, we've all tapped trig points in our trigger-happy state, but do we check the serial number? No! Why would we? We trust they have it right. The other night, though, looking at some old photos, I noticed this and decided to check the serial number out. Do you know how satisfied I was at finding out it worked online? Very. The details had been logged and there before me was the name of one of my favourite hills. It's as if it lived in another place besides Mid Wales. Well, it was fun. #trigpoint #trigbagging #trigbagginguk #outdoortones #walescollective #highhills #hillwalking #midwales #midwalesadventures #waleswalking

I had a fantastic ride over the weekend in memory of my dear twin brother Paul and myself - an old route we did in the spring of 2016 - to the day. Towards the end, I was given a gift - a pheasant right in the middle of the road. It was so warm I would imagine it was just 10 minutes dead. Ah, we are blessed sometimes with the chance to be wild. #pheasant #pheasanthunting #roadkill #gamefood #gamefoods #wildmeat #wildfood #foraginguk #forage #naturefood #giftofnature #livingwild #wildlife #herefordshirecountrylife

Over the years walking the Black Mountains I've often found myself enjoying how they appear from outside rather than the views from inside out. The latter are good but it's great to get a perspective of what we immerse ourselves in. It's like standing on a chair or climbing a tree to see your house. The shift plays with our retina relaying information previously obscured. So, I say walk around your favourite hills or mountain ranges and see what they say. For anyone interested I've just uploaded a video onto the WyeExplorer youtube channel called: The Beauty of the BLACK MOUNTAINS From Outside In | Amazing Scenes | Incredible Music. I hope you enjoy it if you have the time. Please do comment on this post. I really dig the chat. Peace. #blackmountains #breconveaconsnationalpark #perspective #favouriteviews #mountainviews #walesviews #walescollective #thewelshcollective #naturetones #natureperspective #ukhiking

On the Begwns. The Wye and Hay On Wye are down below, and the mighty Twmpa in the Black Mountains is out in front. If you want an easy hill with all the views then this is it. #hillwaking #easyhill #outdoortones #welshcollective #walescollective #blackmountains #breconbeacons #mountainviews #hilltherapy #outdoortherapy #naturevibes #wyevalley #thebegwns

In March 2016 my dear late twin brother Paul and I walked the river Edw in Mid-Wales from source to the Wye. A left bank tributary of the Wye it flows around Aberedw into the river. Before reaching the Wye, we ascended to Aberedw Rocks and set about exploring the hill and area. The rocks were full of crags and sedimentary layers and great views as depicted here with the central Brecon Beacons in the distance. As we explored, we came across an old shed full of old horse tack. There was an old saddle covered in tiny moss particles and horse bits to name a few items. It reminded us of how farming used to be on the big hills and in the valleys. There were no quad bikes – the sound and sense would have been profoundly different. I love going off-piste and discovering these things as did my twin brother. They’re portals through which a great deal can be seen - there’s a natural museum out there. So, next time you’re out and about step off trail and get tucked into the hills. You never know what you may find. #horsetack #horsepower #aberedw #aberedwrocks #oldfarming #oldfarmingequipment #walescollective #naturetones #midwales #hillsofwales #hillwalking

On Hawthorn Hill in mid-Wales, I descended into the valley you see with my dear, late twin brother in 2013 from the very middle of the valley into the forest/wood on the left. We could see Hawthorn Hill from the right side of the valley in the distance as we descended. We walked the river Lugg from the source to the Wye - 70 miles. I returned to see it from this angle and I was not disappointed with the borderland vision before me. I am north-west of Presteigne and adjacent to the Radnor Forest. The river Lugg the Wye's main tributary flows below. There's a new video on my wyeexplorer youtube channel if interested. Returning somewhere is a tonic for me. It's one of the arteries of life I tap into. Peace all day. #valleyview #midwales #midwalesadventures #walescollective #outdoortones #rivervalley #valleywalk #hillwalking #welshhills #greatday #awesomeview #naturehike #radnorforest #riversoflife

What I like about the upper section of the Wye Valley Walk is that much of it is left to its own devices. #wyevalleywalk #wyevalleywalks #wyevalley #signposts #walkingsigns #naturesigns #outdoortones #walescollective #outdoorlifestyle #weather #weathersigns #lychen

I got out my Trangia 27 Kettle and my Evernew Titanium Dx Stand the other day on a walk close to the Radnor Forest in Mid Wales. I always use my Crusader set but fancied using something else - another lighter set. I hadn't used this setup for years. Mad really, considering the Evernew is so light (52g) and the Trangia 27 enjoyable. I'll be using it a lot more after the nice brew I summoned with it. #evernewstove #titaniumstove #titanium #trangia #trangia27 #trangia27series #outdoortones #outdoorlifestyle #teaoutdoors #daycamp #hikingnature #naturehike #hikingwales #midwales

On the outer edge of the Radnor Forest simply admiring the big bulbous hills from off Hawthorn Hill on the Offa's Dyke. This hill range, which rises to 660 meters at Great Rhos and its associated northern forest is situated in Mid Wales and often bypassed for the honey spots but I love them. They have depth and dimension and stood admiring their weighty presence in this deep country I think of the days exploring its nooks and crannies. @matprice knows the joys of the place. #radnorforest #forest #radnorshire #hillwalking #walkinghills #hillviews #outdoortones #deepcountry #hikingwales #waleshiking #sunlithills

Simply walking the countryside with your friend it's easy to pass by little signs of life in your midst. But keep your eyes open and you'll spot all manner of activity under the radar. Here, on the Rudhall brook in Herefordshire, we encounter evidence of Muntjac. To be fair they stopped me in my tracks. To know they had been around was a thrill - it was a wild walk after all. They're only a small member of the deer family but these tracks were loud. Over the years they have been expanding their territory. I don't think they've made it all the way north yet but it shouldn't be too long I don't think. Their tracks? A bit like Roe deer but smaller/daintier. #muntjac #muntjacdeer #deertracks #tracking #trackinganimals #trackingdeer #hikingwild #wildanimals #footprints #herefordshire #countrysidewalk #riverwalk #wyevalley

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