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Wye

Welcome/Croeso 

Hi, my name is Mark, the roamer behind the website and I enjoy exploring and learning about the natural beauty of the Wye River. A walker, camper and life-long swimmer of the Wye I can't get enough of the river and catchment and go with its flow whenever I can. It's this free vibe and knowledge of the area I seek to share with you on this website. To learn more about the site click here or to quickly start exploring the Wye Basin browse below.

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Rivers Exlored

WYE

RIVERS TRAVERSE

600
Miles Walked

54
Days Spent

48
Wild Camps

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FromThe Wye Explorer

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Join me as I uncover the hidden gems, history, and natural beauty of the Wye Region — one adventure at a time. Don’t miss the latest videos straight from the trail. Here, now: The amazing Epynt Way in Mid Wales.

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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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 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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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.

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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.

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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.  

WYEMOTION

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!

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