A guidebook to walking Glyndwr’s Way, a 217km (135 mile) National
Trail winding through the hills, forests, and river valleys of
mid-Wales. From Knighton to Welshpool via Machynlleth, the trail
offers dramatic upland scenery, hidden lakes, historic ruins, and
quiet market towns, providing walkers with a sense of discovery
through the heart of rural Wales. Suitable for long-distance walkers,
Glyndwr’s Way can be completed in around nine days, with stages
ranging from 18 to 29km (11–18 miles). Optional additions include
two stages of the Offa’s Dyke National Trail to create a circular
walk, as well as an ascent of Pumlumon Fawr for those seeking extra
challenge. Highlights along the route include the Abbeycwmhir ruins,
Llyn Clywedog, Dylife mines, Parliament House at Machynlleth, Dyfnant
Forest, Llyn Efyrnwy, Ann Griffiths Walk, and the gardens and grounds
of Powis Castle. 9 main stages covering Glyndwr’s Way from Knighton
to Welshpool, with distances, terrain notes, and optional circular or
summit extensions Step-by-step route descriptions supported by
1:50,000 Ordnance Survey maps for each stage, ensuring accurate
navigation throughout the trail Downloadable GPX files for Glyndwr’s
Way, compatible with GPS devices and smartphone apps Detailed
information on accommodation, refreshments, public transport, and
facilities along the route to aid planning Practical advice on
preparation, walking safely in upland and forested terrain, and
understanding the cultural and historical highlights of mid-Wales
Pronunciation guide and topographical glossary included to help
walkers engage with Welsh place names and landscape features Plan your
Glyndwr’s Way adventure with confidence with this definitive
guidebook.
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A National Trail through mid-Wales
Product details
ISBN
9781787650688
Published
2024
Edition
3. edition
Publisher
Cicerone Press Ltd
Language
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
Author