13 Mile Hike In & Camp On The Glyndwr's Way - River Lugg Explore P1

13 Mile Hike In & Camp On The Glyndwr's Way - River Lugg Explore P1
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Join me as I hike in 13 miles to explore the River Lugg - a Wye tributary via the Glyndwr's Way on my birthday. Starting in the town if Knighton I make it to camp one after a wet afternoon. Situated in a conifer plantation it made for a great wind break yards away from a special meeting place 10 years earlier. My birthday morning was magic. I opened a surprise card and stealthily dodged some invaders. All good for the day ahead.
Shout Out: Phil at Trails and Ales From Wales
/ @trailsandalesfromwale...
Quick facts:
The Lugg is the largest tributary of the River Wye and flows for 63 miles.
It starts on Pool Hill in the Radnor Forest and enters the Wye 4 miles East of Hereford.
The tops nearby its source are heather clad and home to ground nesting birds such as Curlew, Grouse, Lapwing and Golden Plover.
It's health has recently been called into question and is the source of much debate regarding the health of the Wye system overall.
Video Links/River Lugg Source & Walk 2013
P1 tinyurl.com/2s3vreab
P2 tinyurl.com/9smyj5yc
P3 tinyurl.com/5bx9vvav
For part 4-6 see youtube
Links
River Lugg source walk www.wyeexplorer.co.uk/lugg-so...
River Lugg en.wikipedia.org/wiki/River_Lugg
Llangunllo Village llangunllo.co.uk/
Glyndwr's Way www.nationaltrail.co.uk/en_GB...
Heart of Wales Trail Line www.heart-of-wales.co.uk/expe...
Thank you for watching!

[@petershores]

Love the fact you use your dad’s mess tin and your brother’s bag - great memories

[@WyeExplorer]

Yeah, I brought it out fundamentally to remember my dear twin brother Peter who used it as mentioned. Always good to remember dad to though. Thanks. All the best. Mark

[@juliehillman8743]

Mark, you cut a lonesome figure walking through such amazing scenery, alone, with your memories and thoughts. A wonderful way to honour Paul is to talk about him. He is a part of you and always will be. Using your Dads mess tin and Pauls pack is a touching tribute to them both. Happy, belated birvhday ❤🙏

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Julie, yeah a mixed bag. I loved being fully immersed in the landscape and the good memories in the main though. I couldn't leave his/dads gear back at home. It really made the difference. Many thanks. Have a great weekend out there. Mark

[@DRAUSSENsein]

*_Hi Mark, I think you had a wonderful birthday and you had a wonderful person in your thoughts. The walk was wonderful, so many lovely fantastic views, encounters, and certainly some thoughts in you, time for you. Very nice gesture the card, really beautiful. I can understand that you wanted to spend the day outside, I'm right there with you. Wow, and the music was really well chosen for it. We have quite a few birthdays together, we're lucky to be able to be outside so much, always a feeling of happiness. Congratulations to you belatedly and thank you for the wonderful adventure here. Best regards, Angela_*

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Angela, yeah a fantastic birthday weekend that had to be spent outside - you get it the nature and peace, which is always good around here. The music came naturally like the walk. I agree we are fortunate to be able to get about. Many thanks my friend. Take good care. Mark

[@EventyrsorenDenmark]

Looks like you had a great time on this hike. The landscapes on the way are so beautiful. Like the old houses.I have to get out myself soon again. Thanks for the nice watch. Have a wonderful day. Søren.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey Soren, I sure did have a good one. The landscape is deep green and big hills. I love it and them old houses. See you out there. All the best. Mark

[@gerrymcveigh]

Mark, what a lovely adventure on your and Pauls Birthday❤ Really cool exploring along those back country roads and lanes dodging the showers and just coming across whatever happens to be there. Loved that old blue door in that cool building and could definitely imagine it being busy many years ago. Fantastic to be able to look back to that spot in 2013 where you all where giving a hand to others. Much prefer your woodland camp over the caravan after you mentioned the rats! Lovely to be carrying and using Pauls cooking kit and what a special place to be opening and reading that special birthday card😊 No better place to be on such a special day👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi gerry, good to hear from you. Yeah, it was a good birthday adventure amid the lanes and downpours. We love it though. Same, the old cottage caught my imagination to - busy scene for sure. Re-the memories it felt so good - we write ourselves in the landscape gerry. I agree a better place to get some rest and cook with Paul's/dads mess tin then open my card. Yeah, a great time. Thanks gerry. Always good. Mark

[@PaulOutdoors]

A belated Happy Birthday Mark. That is a lovely card from David and Heather and an equally lovely spot to pitch your tent and weather the storm. A stealthy pitch evading the attention of the passing vehicle. What a wonderful river the Lugg is Mark and so different in many ways to the mighty Wye. Humbling to visit the source and contemplate the rivers journey down to its meeting with the Wye. That pellet could be Fox, possibly, maybe 🤔. Like you, I love those back lanes. Sad to see wildlife casualties like that and good for you for moving the little fella to the side. I was actually in Llangunllo and Llanbister a week or so ago. I love the story you told about the operatic theatre and Heather singing and you all remaining friends spawned back in 2010. A wonderful watch and listen as always Mark. Thank you. Paul 👍😊

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Paul, thanks my friend. It sure was a lovely card and brought back such great memories - i.e. the theatre!!! As for the pitch I was chuffed with it - yeah deep enough to evade the intruders. For sure bro humbling and invigorating to visit the source of our much loved Lugg bro. I reckon the pellet was Pheasant but it could be fox. Te-the lanes love em as we do Squirrels. Had to give it a nice bed. Well, glad you enjoyed this outing Paul - good to hear you were in the area. You have to pull up next time and walk down the Lugg ravine/source. The whole walk is in 'source walks' on my website if interested. All the best bro. Mark

[@PaulOutdoors]

@@WyeExplorer A pleasure Mark as always 😊. Yes, next time I'm within range of the Lugg's source I will endeavour to visit. 😊👍

[@WyeExplorer]

@@PaulOutdoors Nice one Paul. You'll love it bro.

[@NicoleHikesalot]

Thank you for putting the squirrel in a peaceful place. What a beautiful place to return to after all those years. Great clips of your memories too. Really nice views. ❤ The card was beautiful.

[@WyeExplorer]

A pleasure to do that Nicole. It was a nice bed for it. Yes, it is beautiful up there - big green rolling hills and valleys. Glad you liked the clips and views. Re-the card - that was a boost. All the best - have a great week ahead. Mark

[@ramblebob1]

Happy birthday Mark, a lovely way to wake up, even if the night was a bit stormy. Very lovely to use Paul's kit and the memories it holds for you with your dad as well. Some lovely country tracks, so beautiful. Great video, Chris

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Chris, thanks. Yeah, it was a good birthday and a great space to be greeted by. Re-Paul/dads kit I was stoked to have brought it out. I kept looking at it but to use it felt awesome. For sure them back lanes and tracks are fantastic when framed by the big hills of the borders. All the best. Mark

[@gvbalajee]

Lovely climate

[@WyeExplorer]

Yeah, wet often and green

[@Kababoes]

As usual nice to watch Mark. Thanks for taking me along a nice scenery and special places soaked with memories. They say: leave only footprints, but we leave energy as well, which stays much more longer then only footprints. A special trip to celebrate your birthday(s) Mark. Keep on going. Cheers! CU Hans

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Hans, glad you enjoyed the outing - a pleasure to share bro. Yeah, lots inside on this one - as you say energy sticks around and I felt it. As a birthday outing it was fantastic - always enjoy Mid Wales. All the best over there - have a great week ahead. Mark

[@FXWalesAnnaAlf]

Hi Mark finally got round to watching this properly with lunch ! Stunning place with great views. The cheese and cracker looked nice :) Totally agree with carrying a brolley everywhere. The views where you had the brolley lunch toward the Radner Valley were gorgeous even in that weather its all so beautiful, water therapy and the sound of the animals were so sweet 🙂 The river is so lovely. Amazing to see the old buildings that would have held horses and carts and the old cottage with the curtains, abandoned was sad to see. Aww glad you put the squirrel away in a nice bed 🛌 The village looks nice and quiet . I like the litrle tips that you give like about the water filter on top 👍 That old school barn did look spooky, I wonder why these places get left like this but funny that it was all filthy around there but that the caravan was quite clean 😮 Great nemories of you and Paul with Erica in 2013. Loved the footage of you and the cyclists. Nice pitch up place in the trees and nice that you had Pauls gear as a memory with your dads mess tin that's been everywhere! Shame you had stormy wet weather though but nice to wake up to sunshine and singing birds. Nice to have breakfast with your memories. Love the appropriate card from David and Heather :) Addelina Pattis house was stunning and great that she built a theatre and so good that Heather sang for you. Its brilliant that you are all still in contact. You nearly got caught then by the Forestry Commission Mark 😃😯That was so watchable as always. Can't leave another like👍but will leave this 🙌🙂~ Anna

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Anna, a huge thanks for taking the time to share such great thoughts. I did had have an awesome time out - always do rain or not - a brolly comes in handy. Everything came onto my path perfectly - you know what I mean. My birthday was a joy - the forest a good bedroom and place to open my card. Yes, heather and David are wonderful people. I'm going back to Crag Y Nos at some point. Well, I hope you're weekend is going well. Wet and grey down here but beautiful. Take care up there and thanks again. Mark

[@WalksWithOlly]

Ah, the Glyndwr's Way. They say it's possibly the least popular of all the National Trails. But when you're on it, very hard to see why! Others are missing out! Funnily enough, I only discovered Phil's channel last year and that was when searching for a lesser known hike in Wales. I passed through Llangunllo two years ago, passed the Lugg and thought of you. Good on you, Mark. Cane in hand but forever growing stronger. Looking forward to the second instalment - all the very best.

[@WyeExplorer]

The least popular Olly? Like you I don't know why. I love it - it's a back country trail - just hard core hills and farming. Phils a great hiker - a funny guy. Yeah, I see you that way Olly - I commented on one or two of your walks in the area. The came works on hard surfaces. I am getting fitter. Ye ha! Thanks my old friend. The next is a good one to. All the best. Mark

[@ChrisJB]

What a nice vibe to that journey Mark....really getting back to basics stuff. Those old sunken lanes are brilliant, they just reek of age and old travellers. The caravan looked miles better inside than I expected, really quite comfortable. My kind of birthday card too, with a nice rustic, country image on it. Hope you had a good birthday. Bye for now, Chris

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, Chris glad you liked the vibe bro. Yeah, just lovely hiking amid the big hills of Mid Wales and them sunken lanes. They do have an allure. Re-the caravan - it was to easy. Smelt nice but the barn was in shit state. My camp later was better. Yeah, loved the card and my birthday turned out well. Thanks again my friend. Have a great weekend. Mark

[@andrewnorris2]

Loved the opening piece of music. The cheese spread in a tube was a great idea, I wonder why I never vthought of that myself. Sad to see the old houses being abandoned, they are a part of a village's cultural identity. That telephone box would make a good book swap location. I can across one in my sister's village in Dorset a few years ago. Kind of you to pass on a map to those cyclists. I love reading maps they show the past, present and future simultaneously. Nice to still use equipment from not only Paul but from your father, too. There is a charming continuity there. Amazing the FC didn't see your tent, good for you.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Andrew. Yeah, that was the first tune I went to in my folder - worked well. That cheese was lovely - recommended. I agree although some of the villages identity remains in that the cottages were untouched almost. Oh for sure Andrew - I've got books out of tel boxes before. Maps are indeed cool as was that old mess tin. I've never used it before and I enjoyed it and the memory. Ha ha, to stealthy Andrew. Thanks mate. All the best out there. Mark

[@trailsandalesfromwales3074]

Gosh,thank so much for your shout out Mark,enjoyed this,lovely birthday card,I dossedd in the caravan opposite the greyhound on their land 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Phil, a real pleasure - I do after all enjoy your adventures. Pleased you enjoyed this one and the card. Ah, that's right it was you and the caravan. I was trying to remember. Well, thanks mate. All the best. Mark

[@FXWalesAnnaAlf]

Hi Mark a belated PENBLWYDD HAPUS! Looks a nice place for a birthday hike and camp. We are out camping locally too until the end of the week so I can't watch this, only shorts videos. I've watched enough for a view and leaving a like and will catch when home 👍~ Anna

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Anna, Good to hear from you. Yeah, it was a cracking birthday adventure. Have a great camp out there. See you soon. Mark

[@FXWalesAnnaAlf]

​@@WyeExplorerSo glad you had a good time. Still haven't had chance to properly watch this as we came back out camping while we could and are here until the end of the week ! See you again :)

[@travel_nature_and_life]

Hi Mark , there is plenty of poetry in this hike, a landscape I really love. So nice old house at 7:57. Looks abandonned , and then, hightly attractive. A great area for a birthday celebration, for sure. I didn’t quite understand, at one point you say "they’re coming" and now I expect to see animals that wouldn’t have detected you, but I see a kind of "patrol".... Am I to assume that bivouac is forbidden ? Well , if it is , Your freedom was even tastier. 😉👍🥾 Have a nice day. 🌿Gaddielle

[@WyeExplorer]

HI Gaddielle, good to hear from you and good to hear of the poetry and flow. Yeah, a wonderful rolling green deep landscape and old dwellings to. I come across many. As for my birthday it was the only thing to do to celebrate and remember my drear late twin brother Paul. I had a great time and camp patrols and all - you're right not supposed to be camping in that forest. A stealthy freedom. Well, many thanks my friend. Take care and have a great weekend. Mark

[@TerryMcGearyScotland]

Cracking video Mark. That lane might have been just like that for 1000 years! Haven't had the tubed cheese spread since the 70s or 80s...takes me back.That rain is so unpredictable. I'm enjoying this but I've got my little granddaughter's playgroup sports to attend this morning so I'll need to come back and enkoy more of this later tonight.Thanks and have a super day! Ate, Terry

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Terry, glad you enjoyed this one mate. You're right probably an old way or lane. Hey, hope you get some tubed cheese then - it is nice. Have a great time with your granddaughter. All the best. Mark

[@Cueman222]

I just enjoyed your hiking and the peacefulness of the countryside.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, friend. Many thanks - so pleased you just enjoyed. It's a great space out there. Take care. Mark

[@FIVE-FOOTLyth]

I lost my brother today. It hurts like hell. I have many happy memories just like you do. Peace, and keep doing whatever comforts. Sue

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Sue, so sorry to hear that. I know the rapid change in reality and how it hurts. It's seven years and I still hurt each day - we were twins who lived together - 48 years. What was your brothers name? I always ask. I'm certain he was a wonderful man. These people sure do leave us in deficit - we have to find a way to fill that somehow. Memories and going back over old ground helps. Not all the time but every now and then they're worth a pilgrimage. I wish you all the best - bless your brother. Peace.

[@FIVE-FOOTLyth]

@@WyeExplorer thank you. His name was Chris. He had an aneurism about 18 months ago and made a miraculous recovery. He then went to Italy with 2 of his sons and cycled the Stelvio pass. Then to Majorca for another cycling holiday. I’m in the Dolomites right now, and he suffered another episode unexpectedly. So I wasn’t with him today. But I saw him a couple of weeks ago and have a wonderful final memory of him. Our memories are precious, and I thought about you today. I make a rule not to crash other channels with my own experiences but admit it’s a comfort to reach out to others during times of crisis once in a blue moon. Very best wishes to you.

[@WyeExplorer]

@@FIVE-FOOTLyth Ah, it sounds like he took it right to the end Sue. Thank you for sharing a part of Chris's life with me at least. I can see him full of joy at being in the place he loved or doing what he loved. My Paul died doing a hard set in the pool - we were swimmers. Ha, the nurse said he died in his trunks. There are similarities here - Paul took it right to the end to. Oh, nowt wrong in sharing personal elements of life - especially when appropriate. Thank you for the thought. I can see your bro now - cheers.

[@FIVE-FOOTLyth]

@@WyeExplorer ❤️

[@FIVE-FOOTLyth]

@@WyeExplorer It’s comforting isn’t it, to know that a loved one died doing what they loved best. Thanks again

[@JamieHarding5]

Hi Mark. I loved that video. Thanks. Really nice you have some of your dad's and brothers things, nice you continue to use them.👍 Nice one with the squirrel. Food looked good. I'm building up to my first wild camp in a couple of months. I'm quite jumpy and probably won't sleep much.😁 I can learn from you and others. Thanks.👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Jamie, Thanks for your kind words. Yeah, I have a lot of Paul's things and some of dads. It's great to take them out with me. Ah, the squirrel needed a nice place to retreat too. Re-the food - I eat certain types if I'm hiking long - tends to be lighter to carry. All the best with your first wild camp. You'll love it bro - there's nothing out there but nature and good vibes. Well, all the best. Mark

[@JimTimber]

Bless Paul !! In God's keeping my friend ! ..so glad you have your Dad's mess tin.. awesome !! You do realise that our deceased family members watch over us all ! ..Guardians.. making and sending positive vibes.. as long as we live they will give !! ..fact bro !! A belated Happy Birthday mate !! ..21 today !! 😉🎁🎁🎈🎈✨✨

[@WyeExplorer]

Ah, Andy bless you back mate. Yeah, he's gone back home bro - with dad there watching me brew up in that mess tin. Hey, now that is true - so long as we live they give. I always say, you get involved and the gods join in. Many thanks my food friend. See you out there. Mark

[@JimTimber]

@@WyeExplorer For sure bro !! ..home is where the heart is my friend !! Your Dad and Paul are watching over you !!

[@WyeExplorer]

@@JimTimber Couldn't get another truer saying Andy. Yes, I know they're are there. You're good old dad to my friend. Love him from here. Peace.

[@warwickshireoutdoors]

Happy birthday. Good memories there. 🏕

[@WyeExplorer]

Thanks Anthony. Yeah, the best memories mate. All the best. Mark

[@SetForAdventures]

Amazing adventure Mark (your hikes and camps always are 🙏🏼) The way the see the world and approach the outdoors really strikes a chord mate 👍🤠 Happy birthday to you and Paul 🙏🏼 And thanks again for a great film full of wonder and smiles 👍 Regards Simon 🤠👍🏔️

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Simon, yeah it was pretty good - so awesome to be back out. I'm glad my curiosity strikes a chord. Thanks for the birthday wishes. I so enjoyed going over old ground. A pleasure to share. Mark

[@SetForAdventures]

@@WyeExplorer great that you did mate a great watch 🤠👍

[@MarkTayloroutdoors]

A great hike, Ive had the wet trousers from long grass many a time haha. That poor squirrel as well, you did the right thing in moving it out the way. That old building was screaming history, id love to see the inside, and that caravan looked like it might still have been in use as it was so good inside. Hope you stayed dry in the bad weather, and I look forward to seeing the reproof video in the future. Nice to take that card with you and also using your brothers cook set was a nice touch for the birthday celebrations. Thanks for sharing Atb Mark

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey there Mark, glad you enjoyed this one. Yeah, they dry out - it's only water. As for the Squirrel it needed somewhere to rest easy. It was probably dead 20 minutes in fact so the historic house it had to be. Re-the caravan it was full of junk - no recent users but it smelt nice. Yeah, it was a lovely card - gave me a boost as did the camp. I stayed dry! Well, thanks Mark. Take care up there. Mark

[@PinetreeLine]

Happy Birthday Mark, to you and Paul. Beautiful to pay homage to your brother and your dad on this adventure. I liked where you camped in the woods as opposed to that abandoned camping trailer.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Doug, many thanks my friend. Yeah, there was only one way I was going to spend my birthday and that was on trail with some of Paul's/and dads gear. Oh for sure made the right choice with the camp. Take care bro. Mark

[@kreator573]

Amazing. I like it very much !! Have a nice time. Greetings

[@WyeExplorer]

Many thanks. Appreciated. All the best out there. Mark

[@llangunllocommunityvideos]

Great video. You must have passed our house in Llangunllo not long before you started filming in the village. Thoroughly enjoyed watching this video.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Llangunllo. Yeah, I will have passed your place - I was thinking of you in fact. Glad you enjoyed this walk in. I do love the area - you're blessed for sure. All the best over there. Mark

[@steenbeanl7170]

Lovely scenery! Happy Birthday🎂🎉😊

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, friend glad you liked the scenery. It is inspiring. Thanks for the birthday wishes. All the best over there. Mark

[@danexitsstreetview3273]

Very much enjoyed as always mark. Seen this route marked on maps and now have a much better idea what it's like.

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Dan, glad you enjoyed this outing. Yeah, Glyndwr's way is a goodun. Deep rolling hills. It was a good birthday with some special memories. All the best . Mark

[@Roolooth]

It's nice to see you out and about on a hike Mark. This looks like a very nice area and few people knocking about. I loved the look of those old empty outhouse buildings in the village and the house with the ancient curtains. Good camp in the woods.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Roo, thanks. It is a great - love it up there. Them people came all at once then I saw nobody. It was good. Yeah, parts of the village left as is. You get that in these back country places. As for the camp - it was a nice gnarly one. All the best-have a great weekend. Mark

[@adamsdrone2770]

Hi Mark, my first Glyndwr’s way walk 2 years ago. Lovely memories for me and thanks for sharing your happy memories. Happy birthday, one day after mine!

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey Adam, it's a great trail I must say. I'm sure you had a good one. A pleasure to share my own memories. Thanks - it was a good birthday. Mark

[@JimHolden]

Very enjoyable Mark, loved the big old Oak at the start. A lovely pace.... I'm gonna start pt2. Thanks mate.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, Jim really pleased you liked this one, Oak, pace and all. P2 is a goodun at source. Many thanks bro. Mark

[@JimHolden]

@@WyeExplorer Watched both parts last night Mark and slept very well as a result, so laid back with a lovely pace. Your incredible enthusiasm and love of the hills is infectious...I need to head out right now, sadly I'm off to work instead but time out in a few days will allow for adventure of some sort. Oh Happy belated Birthday by the way, to you and of course Paul, and what a treat you organised for yourself and us the viewers. Bitter sweet for you no doubt and yes I could feel your vibe man. Paul will always be a massive part of this channel, you talking about your lovely Brother is absolutely expected, from me and I suspect the rest of your viewers. Please keep it up and never feel you shouldn't talk openly about him. Love Paul's old kit, well your Dad's old kit. Items from the past are very important, keeping us connected to loved ones. I'd absolutely love to still have My Dad's old Army tent but it went in the bin after our ill fated first camp. Two really enjoyable videos Mark, one adventure, thanks as always my friend and have a blessed day.

[@WyeExplorer]

@@JimHolden Awesome Jim, yes I see you have watched - many thanks my good friend. There were many facets to it - so glad you picked them up me talking about Paul, the hills and my dad. It's a bit like you really you have the same spirit regarding your life journey and the ones you loved and love - not forgetting the nature you love to. Yeah, I would have liked to have seen that tent - the story came in a good second. Thanks again Jim. Take care out there. Peace. Mark

[@WebbysWalks]

Looks like the start of a great adventure. Great memories and a belated happy birthday. I'm looking forward to more. Thank you for taking us along

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Webby, yeah it was good and the following turns out well. Thanks for your good wishes. All the best. Mark

[@wendingourway]

Great birthday hike for sure! Some lovely ferns on the way...and all keeping nice and green. Great to meet up with like-minded individuals out for an adventure. Good camp indeed! Take good care now...Bruce and Otis

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey Bruce/Otis glad you enjoyed this one. Yeah, it was a good birthday. Oh for sure green with lovely big hills, lanes and some cool people. Re-the camp loved it - very restful. I will take care - you to. Mark

[@MiriamKennedy]

Hi Mark - lovely to see you out with the tent and Paul’s cooking gear, such a lovely thing to do 😊 Belated happy birthday to you both 🎂😍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Miriam, Yeah it was the only thing to do on my birthday be out on the trail with his/dads gear. Many thanks for the good wishes. I enjoyed this one. All the best. Mark

[@Justaguythatwalks]

Aww mate love you for moving that squirrel! I remember shortly after lockdown there seemed to be loads of dead squirrels on the roads I think because they got used to less traffic! I would have been tempted to doss (haven't heard that word in years 🤣) in that caravan too. Thanks for sharing and a belated happy birthday ❤️ had a good laugh at you hiding from the forestry vehicle 🤣

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Anthony. Hey, I wasn't going to leave it there to be flattened. A nice bed for it in the end. Interesting about the dead lock down squirrels - good meat there. As for the caravan it was clean inside but filthy around it. Yeah, they're good opportunities. A pleasure to share. I miss my twin every day - I knew I was heading somewhere special. Ha ha, just keep still innit? All the best. Mark P.S part 2 is a goodun.

[@Justaguythatwalks]

@@WyeExplorer they might be good but I don't eat meat. I'd be out hunting if I did, what with the rising cost of food these days 🤣 I do have a good munch on berries that I find though. I admire your strength and courage to go places you went with Paul, you can tell how close you two were by the way you talk about him. I'll catch up with part 2 today hopefully. Much love ❤️

[@WyeExplorer]

@@Justaguythatwalks Good on you for being meat free. I don't eat so much but am willing berries and all. Yeah, it was a hard loss - didn't get married or have children and lived together - proper twins. It's good to go back every time. Thanks - in your own time. Peace.

[@AdventuresThings]

Happy belated birthday Mark, what beautiful hike. Love the old village and the all the history round them parts.

[@WyeExplorer]

Thanks Mike. It was a good birthday and hike. No other thing for it. Yeah, an old farming village - they tend to have a lot of old places hanging on. All the best dude. Mark

[@mycolliesandme268]

Just lovely, a pleasure to watch as always .Thanks for sharing another special time mark. Happy birthday and many happy returns ✌

[@WyeExplorer]

Hiya Stephen, Good to hear you found it pleasant - credit to the landscape and trail. A pleasure to share-thanks for your good wishes. All the best - have a great weekend. Mark

[@BorderRambler]

Happy birthday Mark, you always find caravans to doss down in but yeah I agree that wasn’t giving good vibes with all the manky barns around it. You gave the lunar solo a good work out in the woods a much more pleasant location. Some lovely hamlets you passed through with lovely old buildings and signs . TFS atb Dave ⛺️👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Dave, Thanks mate. It was a great birthday and hike. Oh yeah, it wasn't a hard decision - I wanted to be in them woods. The Six Moons fitted in well. Re-the places and spaces - Like up there Mid Wales cam be a time capsule. Love it. Well, take care bro. Mark

[@anthonypayne1]

I can't think of a nicer way to celebrate both your birthdays than to be out on the trail! Really enjoyed this one Mark👍👍

[@WyeExplorer]

I totally agree Anthony - there was no other option for me. I had to be out on trail, camping and exploring. Glad you enjoyed this one my friend. I hope you're well up there. Mark

[@stephensmith4480]

Hi Mark. First of all, a very belated Happy Birthday to you mate 🎂. And another cracking Video. I have the Identical Mess Tin that was your Dads, I have had it since I was about fifteen and have taken it with me on Fishing trips, many times. Cheese in a Tube, I last had that many many years ago when I was growing up in the old Tenement Blocks, happy days pal. Hope the Ankle is holding up 👍👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Stephen, many thanks my friend. It was a really good birthday. Glad you liked the video. Good to hear of your own mess tin. They are robust so it's no surprise it's lasted that long - I mean my dads, which Paul used is 50 years old plus. Great stuff! Hey, I recommend that cheese in a tube and some crackers on trail. Lovely! Well, thanks again. Have a great rest of the week. Mark

[@stephensmith4480]

@@WyeExplorer 💯% Mate 👍

[@DesmondsDonders]

Belated birthday wishes Mark lovely video to celebrate it with. Full of memories old and new. Nobody wants to be my friend after I start singing LOL

[@WyeExplorer]

Thanks Dave - yeah a good outing. Ha ha, just as well it wasn't you singing in that theatre then. Well, all the best both. Mark

[@fog360]

Great video buddy , love the old mess tin , be safe buddy

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there bro - hey you're still about? Glad you liked this outing. Yeah, a good old mess tin, robust and old. All the best. Mark

[@LarryBees]

Enjoyable Hike and Camp.. I have never set foot I Wales yet.. Fine to be using your Dad's billy can !!Happy Birthaday Mark !! Also to Paul !

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright Larry. Glad you enjoyed the hike and camp mate. Gotta visit Wales sometime bro - you'll love it. As for my dads mess tin, which m dear late twin brother used it made my food taste better. Many thanks for the birthday wishes. Mark

[@JefPersonalVideos]

Beautiful and refreshing place for hiking, Happy Birthday.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Jef, yes it's a great part of the region. Many thanks. Mark

[@JimTimber]

The Lugg looks awesome as it heads on down its embryonic trail !! Cobbwebb cottage would suit me sir !! lol.. when can I move in !!?? lol Bless that squirrel.. rest in peace little one !!.. and bless you Mark bro for your kindness and respect for its final resting place !

[@WyeExplorer]

Yeah, the Lugg does look tiny there - swam in that down Hereford way my whole life. As for the cottage it will be in land registry Andy - you could do a deal. The squirrel will be gone by then. Had to put it in a nice place bro - it's soul was asking me to/close by. Thanks Andy - I always enjoy hearing from you. All the best. Mark

[@K9OutdoorsSearchTeam]

Mark a happy belated birthday to both you and Paul. Great to see you out where you belong, back with nature with a smile back on your face. Hope the leg is holding up? Hey I still use my mess tins to this day, can't fault them. Take care my friend. Atb Bill and the three flea bags.

[@WyeExplorer]

Thanks Bill. Yeah, it turned out well amid the Mid Wales hills we both loved. Great stuff! The leg is getting stronger. In part 2 I mention that on the last day I hike into Kington around the Radnor Forest 18 mile. So yeah - getting there. Hey, good to hear you still use them old work horses - they won't ever falter. Well, thanks Bill and the flea bags. Always good. Mark

[@nigelharness9032]

Hi Mark, nice to see you out on another adventure and wild camp, shame about the abandoned farmsteads and cottage, the poor dead squirrel but he will probably sustain a fox or buzzard or something, that old caravan looked tempting to get your head down, lovely story about the birthday card and belated birthday wishes, lovely scenery and look forward to part 2 cheers nigel

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Nigel, yeah it was the only thing I wanted to do on my birthday weekend. I love the old farmsteads and cottages - the past lingers. As for the squirrel you're right it will sustain other creatures. I said good meat at other times. I've eaten them before. Yeah, tempting caravan but in a real shit spot - the wood was much better - better for opening my card. For sure great scenery in the way in. Well, thanks Nigel. Take care out there. Mark

[@wozoutdoors1439]

another good video, shame about the Squirrel. what a nice way to celebrate both of your birthdays. that looked a nice place to camp .

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Warren, yeah unfortunate about the squirrel for sure. It was a great way to spend my birthday and remember my dear bro. I got some good rest in camp. Take care dude. Mark

[@atrampinthehills.841]

Thanks for that Mark, really enjoyed it

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, steve. Thanks mate - I enjoyed this one a lot. Mark

[@TravelHungryForLife]

Wonderful throughout here enjoyed this well done See you again have a great weekend cheers 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there. Many thanks. Glad you enjoyed this part of Mid Wales. All the best. Mark

[@solitaryrambler]

Happy Birthday Mark to you and Paul, what a great way to celebrate your special day. Nice to see some of the Glyndwr's Way from Knighton, good old Offa's Dyke country. That old sign in Llangunllo, I'm glad some of these villages keep them. Liked the 2013 footage you included giving those guys your map, good memories for you. Lovely card from David and Heather, absolutely wonderful indeed and liked hearing your story about them especially Heather's singing. Some fab scenery on this walk Mark, look forward to seeing the next part. All the best 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Patrick. Oh for sure the best way to remember and celebrate my birthday. Yeah, it's a great trail and later on the Sunday I was on the Offa's Dyke but no film. Glad you liked the old footage - it was a great meeting as was Heather and David all them years ago. After Paul died they came to see me in Hereford. How lovely are people? Well, it's a good next part. Thanks Patrick. Take care. Mark

[@solitaryrambler]

@@WyeExplorer I'm so glad you enjoyed your weekend celebrating your birthday Mark. It was great to see that old footage, glad you've still got these gems to share with us. Heather and David sure seem like lovely people. All the best down there 👍

[@NorwayHikesTrails]

Nice video. Thank you for sharing.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey dude, thanks. A pleasure to share. Mark

[@anitaevans2432]

Sending Happy Belated Birthday wishes Mark 🎉 I've recently discovered your lovely channel. I used to live on the Herefordshire/Welsh border & miss it every day.

[@WyeExplorer]

Many thanks Anita - that's kind of you. I'm pleased you found the channel. There's much you'd enjoy on it I'm sure. Ah, you know the area then. It is great around here. All the best. Mark

[@nibimocs]

Happy, very belated, Birthday Mark. What a fantastic way to celebrate it. I'm trying, very futilely, to get caught up. Just not finding much time for videos these days. ATB. -Larry

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey there Larry, good to hear from you. Thanks for the good wishes. No worries about the time - I understand. All the best over there. Mark

[@DesGreene]

Enjoyed that Mark👍 Beautiful countryside and very moody looking weather when you got up top. You did well with that pitch! Conifer plantations are always so lumpy! Close call with the forestry guys, but they sailed straight on by 😁 A belated happy to you, as well👍😊

[@WyeExplorer]

Glad you enjoyed it des. Yeah, it's good out there in Mid Wales moody weather or not. I agree, a bit lumpy and tricky to find a spot but did alright. re-the forestry crew - just gotta keep still. Thanks mate. Birthday was awesome. Mark

[@pauledwards499]

Another cracking video, thank you so much for sharing your amazing hikes and hats off to you for putting that poor squirrel in a safe place to rest. By the way we loved the Hereford to Chepstow section of the Wye Valley walk, did it in 6 days so not too strenuous, although some of the sections were a lot longer than the website says. We came across the Boat Inn a few miles from Monmouth, just as the heavens were about to open, what a great little pub! We'll do a few sections heading north from Hereford later this year, looking forward to that.

[@WyeExplorer]

A pleasure to share Paul - glad you enjoyed it. Ah, yeah the squirrel needed some love. Good to hear of the Wye section. Yeah, there's no rush to do these things. Ha, good timing then with the Boat Inn. We like that. All the best with the Northern section. If interested you might like to check out my website: wye explorer do co dot uk. There are some things to look out for and you may enjoy the browse. Many thanks. All the best out there. Mark

[@saunteringsapsfords]

Another great walk Mark.Did a very small part of the Glyndwrs way the other weekend up in Llanidloes.Belated happy birthday. Nice way to spend it.and wow,that mess tin has some memories for you.nice to have,and remember your dad and Paul.The leg doing OK then?that's good.cheers bro,see you on part 2.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey bro, glad you liked the walk. Good to hear you did a small section of Glyndwr's way - it's a great trail - especially on your birthday. Re-the mess tin - yeah 50 years plus of memories. It's a special item. Yep, the ankle and leg are getting stronger thanks. All the b est out there. Mark

[@ervinslens]

What a scenery, absolutely stunning countryside my friend. This looks and sounds like a documentary! Bravo 🙌🏻

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey dude, yeah lovely green landscape with big rolling hills. A documentary? I'll take that as a compliment. All the best. Mark

[@ervinslens]

@@WyeExplorer absolutely as a compliment 👌

[@WyeExplorer]

@@ervinslens Nice one bro. Appreciated.

[@williamboundey4526]

Cracking video Mark 👍👍👍 Really enjoyed it! Happy belated birthday to you both..Looking forward to the next one! See you soon mate atvb Bounda!

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, cheers there Bill, glad you enjoyed it bro. Thanks for your birthday wishes - I had a great time and some wonderful memories. The next one's a goodun. All the best. Mark

[@NBNatureTrailvan]

Loved this one Mark. A wonderful hike and some beautiful memories Great camp - even if it was a bit lumpy and cool watching the Forestry Commission guys disappear past. Shame about that little squirrel - looked like it was still twitching. Amazing story on David and Heather - amazing how events unfold. Oh and Happy Birthday mate 👍👍 What a wonderful area that is!!

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Dave, glad you liked it mate. Yeah, some great memories - I knew their would be as well as some decent camping. Ha, gotts stay still when the bosses intrude. Re-the squirrel I had to put it to sleep somewhere nice. It was super fresh it's soul had to be close by. As for David and Heather it's great how friendships unfold. Thanks for the birthday wishes. Great area for sure. Mark

[@NBNatureTrailvan]

@@WyeExplorer 👍

[@BourneOutside]

I just couldn’t leave my pack unattended. I’d be so scared someone may just have seen me stash it. Great video, Mark. Some old buildings in the village there for sure. Super views and looking forward to the next instalment. Happy belated birthday chaps 🎂💐

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, Tim. I assessed the area and it was remote - I know the forestry folk entered (stealthy there) but other than there was nobody. All good to stash! Glad you liked the video and adventure village, views and all. The camp was gnarly yet beautiful. My birthday went well. All the best bro. Mark

[@BourneOutside]

@@WyeExplorer Haha, the Forestry just drove right past 😁 Had the same effect a number of times when just sat still. It’s amazing how folks just amble along without paying attention. Looking forward to the next one 😉👍🏼

[@WyeExplorer]

@@BourneOutside They did Tim - yeah not a whisper eh? The next ones good to. Peace bro.

[@adambakerauthor]

Thanks, Mark Enjoyed this immensely.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Adam, thanks my friend. So pleased you enjoyed it. I had a cracking time. Take care - have a great weekend. Mark

[@GazianoOutdoors]

That was a really nice birthday morning after the stormy night mate, beautiful area to hike and camp , loved seeing the old cottages, barns, caravan along the way too , always love the way you mooch and check things out along the way , cracking video mate , take care , all the best 👍 🏕

[@WyeExplorer]

It was a top morning Gaz - you're a forest man. It's just incredible. Yeah, love Mid Wales and them big rolling hills and valleys and all they reveal cottages, barns, caravans and all. Well, mooching is in my soul - thanks Gaz. Have a great rest of the week. Mark

[@GazianoOutdoors]

@@WyeExplorer you to mate 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

@@GazianoOutdoors Cheers Gaz.

[@laagangkatabang]

Gorgeous hike its a beautiful forest and sceneries. Lovely weather. So sad the squirrel was died.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi friend. Glad you enjoyed the hike - the weathers always good whatever it is. Yeah, had to take care of the Squirrel. All the best. Mark

[@laagangkatabang]

@@WyeExplorer yes hope to see you in my channel

[@JimTimber]

Wonderful !! This is my Friday night sorted !! ..I was wondering what to do and now I know bro !! I will be commenting along the way !!

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, Andy nice one bro. Catch you in the next comment. Mark

[@JimTimber]

That caravan is an awesome place to kip !! I have another great friend who lives in a caravan just down the road from me.. and he has a stove in there for winter.. but otherwise it is just the same !! Good on you for giving those cyclists yor map !! ..awesome !!

[@WyeExplorer]

It was an awesome find Andy but the barn was in shit state - I would have dossed in it otherwise. Yeah, I agree caravans can be cozy. Ah, yeah they were confused and to help out their ride was a pleasure. Thanks Andy - take care bro. Mark

[@akinderplace8150]

Thank you Mark - and thanks to Paul for the depth of adventure and meaningful connections to places and people that your continuing journeys evoke. A special way to mark your birthday. I loved hearing about David and Heather and the operatic theatre - how amazing that you were treated to a solo! Looking forward to the next instalment - love and peace - Andy

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Andy, so good to hear from you here. A pleasure to share my friend. Yeah, it was the only way to mark my birthday - no other option for me. I had to be out on trail. Glad you liked the story about Heather and David. I agree the solo performance was amazing. It's stayed with me. Well, I look forward to getting back out there - perhaps a trail or two with you. Take care. Mark

[@LikeWeDidOutdoors]

Happy birthday mate! Serious mess tin there I bet you could dig a hole with it! Chorizo at camp is becoming essential round these parts. Take care!

[@WyeExplorer]

Cheers bro. Yeah, a serious mess tin for sure - been in the SAS that has. No doubt it's dug holes. Ha ha! For sure Chorizo is a tasty must. Good to hear you guys no about it. All the best. Mark

[@KeiteiVentures]

Great to see your adventures again Mark. The pitch looked great 👍 o no about those cyclists not having a map 😅 good job you had one to give

[@WyeExplorer]

Thanks Keitei - for sure a decent pitch amid the gnarly plantation - lots of moss. Ah, yeah they were grateful to get their bearings. All the best out there. Mark

[@StonecatWales]

Great walk mate :) I read recently of a farmer being fined heavily for damaging the banks of the Lugg. I find derelict/abandoned properties all over North Wales. I always explore them too :) Stay well :)

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there bro, yeah a fantastic time out in good old Mid Wales. That's right the farmer ripped apart a perfectly decent bank. He was rightly charged and fined. As for abandoned places I bet you come across some fascinating ones - real ime capsules. Cheers dude. Mark

[@spijkerpoes]

yeah thank youspot !! Well, if you ever drove a Land Rover - I can tell you, you can't see nor hear anything from one of those (-! but a good tip anyways - people spot movement very good. Another good campout - happy birthday mate!

[@WyeExplorer]

Yeah, I say that Dave and usually give you credit for it. Yeah, them guys would have been looking to their front that's why stillness is important - we pick that up. This was a decent camp - a gnarly plantation. All the best. Mark

[@blueboy231]

Great vid m8

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, Blue. Many thanks. Mark

[@BackpackerDiaries]

Lovely stories and remembrances here as always Mark. Looks like you had a pleasant night out too thanks to the waterproof treatment on your tent. I’d be curious to learn which product you used for that.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Amos, good to hear from you and thanks. Yeah, I knew where I was going on my birthday. I love to go back. As for the pitch the cover helped. It was nice in fact with plenty of fluorescent moss. Love that! The treatment was Nikwax - I have a video, which I'll upload. All the best. Mark

[@MaxandKalisAdventures]

Happy Birthday Mark and Paul . x Nice see you out back out Camping .Great Vid as per usual :) ATB Max And Kalis the gsd adventures. Dont know why My channel name not showing in comments tried changing it but the basic info wont let me lol

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey there Max, many thanks old mate. It was a good one - enjoyed very much. No worries about the channel name at least you're here. All the best. Mark

[@MaxandKalisAdventures]

@WyeExplorer think just sorted it 👍. Looking forward to more camps out .

[@WyeExplorer]

@@MaxandKalisAdventures That's good to hear Max. Yeah, part 2 is a goodun. Peace.

[@WalkWithWallace]

Lovely video Mark, that music really set the scene. Can I ask what song it was? Nice pitch better than that caravan, good to see the old mess tin too.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Robin, glad toy liked this one bro. Yeah, the rune was the first tune I went to - it worked! It's 'Jason Ellis - Mongolian Throat Singing.' I agree the pitch was far better than the caravan. It did smell nice. Re-the mess tin I enjoyed using it. Thanks for watching. I appreciated that bro. All the best up there. Mark

[@WalkWithWallace]

@@WyeExplorer just looked it up, brilliant. 😁 If it was pissing of rain then the caravan would have won hands down.

[@WyeExplorer]

@@WalkWithWallace Yeah, he's from The Hu Robin. They're amazing. For sure - came across one once in the Cambrians and it dumped on us later and we felt well smug.

[@WalkWithWallace]

@@WyeExplorer found them on Spotify, quite rocky. 🤘🏻 If it's the same one, did you film that one?

[@christopherellis2663]

Definitely not owl 🦉

[@WyeExplorer]

I know Chris. I've dissected loads of owl pellets in the past - not sure why that popped out. Probably Pheasant. All the best. Mark

[@deandunbar8856]

Always good to see your journey Bro and also thank you for sharing lovely memories Have an awesome and Blessed day Mark...🙏🤝🤙

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Dean, a pleasure to share the hike and memories. I will have a good day - you to bro. Mark