Mortimer Trail P2 | Glorious Trail. How Did I Lose It? And I Thought I Was Going Home. We Don't Bail

Mortimer Trail P2 | Glorious Trail. How Did I Lose It? And I Thought I Was Going Home. We Don't Bail
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Join me as I complete the Mortimer Trail from Ludlow to Kington but not in the way I expected. It was a glorious trail and test after such a long injury but how the heck did I lose the trail 3.5 mile out? Watch the video to find out. It was a simple reason and not so much an error as a misleading junction with a hidden sign.
Camp Site Links
Near Ludlow. Whitcliffe Camping www.northfarmludlow.co.uk/whi...
Monstay Near High Vinnals
monstayfarm.co.uk/
Mid Way Holiday Park Aymestrey - 15 miles in.
shorturl.at/bfgF1
Near Kington. Oatcroft
shorturl.at/aPZ56
Fleece Meadow Kington
www.fleecemeadow.com/
Other Links
Ludlow & Kington Walkers Are Welcome walkersarewelcome.org.uk/
Ludlow www.ludlow.org.uk/
Mortimer Trail shorturl.at/opP89
Mortimer Forest en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mortime...
Ludlow Castle www.ludlowcastle.com/
Riverside Inn riversideaymestrey.co.uk/
River Lugg en.wikipedia.org/wiki/River_Lugg
River Lugg Diary www.wyeexplorer.co.uk/river-l...
Walking Hub Kington kingtonwalkinghub.com/
Kington www.kingtontourist.info/
Thanks for wathcing!

[@Rodaportal]

The kindness of strangers is truly heartwarming. 🤗 It's amazing how simple acts of kindness can make a big difference, like offering a bottle of water. 💧 The beautiful landscape you walked through must have been a great test for your recovering ankle. 🏞 It's nice to get lost sometimes and let our instincts guide us. And knowing the landscape well definitely helps! Bravo to you for finishing the trail. 👏 Sending you all the best, mate. Take care! 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Morning friend, glad you enjoyed the trail. I agree simple acts of kindness touches parts other acts cannot. The landscape touched me similarly - warmed my heart. I found my ankle/leg performance encouraging to. A far as getting lost is concerned I followed the first sign - missed the second. Easily done but yeah go with your feelings. Many thanks. Mark

[@Just4KWalks-1]

享受在大自然中行走 3:21 ❤ I have really enjoyed this❤️thanks sharing my friend 😊fully support you !! like+1🥰 👍👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Many thanks. Glad you enjoyed the trail. All the best. Mark

[@stephensmith4480]

Hi Mark, congrats on sticking with it mate. Some more stunning scenery in our amazing country. It`s nice when complete strangers offer you hospitality, even if it is only a bottle of Water, that simple act can make a big difference, not only in quenching your thirst but good for one`s moral through a simple act of kindness. I read the other day that one of the old Boys from The Regiment passed away recently, his name escapes me but he would have been from your Dad`s era. Take care mate 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Stephen, yeah had to finish bro. It was only an additional 7 mile there and back and I had time. I was stoked! For sure it's great up there - so wooded and rolling. As for the kindess and water I agree totally. You take it both with you. Re-the death I think you might speaking of Mel Parry who was in the Iranian Embassy Seige. Head of demolitions my father Terry trained them guys and yeah knew them all. Well, I hope your summer is going well - it's been beautiful. All the best my friend. Mark

[@kimberleymaria5382]

Happy birthday Mr J! I hope you’ve had a good day out there amongst nature in all its glory today. Although this day is always bittersweet, I do hope you were able to find some peace and a good connection to where ever our loved ones are. Your bond can never be broken. Another year around the sun. Definitely something to be celebrated! Loved and admired by so many, happy birthday my friend. Stay safe out there Marky 😊

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Kimberley, great to hear from you. Yes, I had a great time thank you with some incredible memories and feelings. For sure it never stops moving. Thank you so much for your good wishes. I always enjoy hearing from you. I hope you're well out there. Mark

[@kimberleymaria5382]

Ahh I’m so glad to hear you had a nice day Mark. You and Paul were both in my thoughts. I am well Mr J. Just plodding along you know how it is. I find myself longing for the orange and yellow leaves and crisp air to return. It’ll be here soon enough I suppose. I’ve been so busy I’ve not managed to watch your latest video yet but I’m saving it for when I can enjoy it. Look after yourself mate. Sending big hugs your way 😊

[@WyeExplorer]

@@kimberleymaria5382 So kind of you Kimberley. Good to hear you're well. Ah, yeah it will be upon us before we know it. Some good walks no doubt. Video? Yes, in your own time. Big hugs and love back to you. Peace.

[@360OutdoorAdventures]

Another fantastic video Mark, I totally get that with taking things slow. Just taking in the energy from our surroundings and from nature. It looks a stunning walk really enjoyed joining you, I bet those chips with curry tasted amazing after your little detour. Happy wanders my friend, looking forward to your next adventure 👍👍👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Glad you enjoyed this one garry. Yeah, I agree the energy gets absorbed so much better and more fully. It is an awesome part of the UK - green, deep and rolling. You know what I mean. As for the chips and curry source that was a little party. Ha ha! All the best up there. Mark

[@DayTripperAdventures]

So good to see you out hiking again Mark. I loved the stealthy camps, and wonderful memories to celebrate and remember Paul. You’re right they should be no mad rush on a trail better to choose shorter trails and have realistic day distances, it’s not a competition but I suppose we are all used to rushing and comparing ourselves to others. Always enjoy your videos and your thoughts, thanks again

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Richard - good to hear from you. Glad you liked the camps - yeah stealthy. As for the memories they've been strong lately - going back was so needed. I agree take your time on the trails - it's nature and connection and of course healing that matters. People can smash it out to if they like - all good. But for me this was the right pace. Many thanks. Mark

[@EventyrsorenDenmark]

I really love the deep green forest. So nice to walk around here. Also some beautiful views lateral on.Thanks for the nice watch. Have a wonderful day. Søren.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, friend. Yeah always good to bath in the green and them views. A pleasure to share. Mark

[@nigelharness9032]

Hi Mark, love the trail magic you can come across on a walk even given some water is like gold, superb views and love that feeling of being totally alone and cannot hear anything but the wind and birds, i also guilty of just following the signs with my os map in my bag and usually go wrong at least once on a trail LOL, i would be the same and wanting to finish the trail so fair dues and i could tell the frustrations of the last 2 years melting away all the best cheers nigel

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Nigel, Yeah I do meet some kind people. For sure green rolling views on this one - loved em! As for the woods ah silence is golden. Ha, I got the one sign and trusted it - missed the other 25 yards in. But like you said it had to get finished. Post hike? Very pleased. Thanks Nige. Take care. Mark

[@TerryMcGearyScotland]

Oh Wow! That broad leaf wood was stunning. You are are a hard-core camper. With an admirable positive attitude.! We did a half reccie from Balquidder towards Brig O’TURK today. Exhausted following disappearing tracks!Got soaked and dried all in the one day. Atb Terry

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Terry, hey it was woodland all the way for 30 mile. Loved it and that broadleaf. As for camping I'll doss anywhere Terry toilets and all, ha ha! Hey, good to hear of the recce - I'll be tuning in if you upload. All the best. Mark

[@gerrymcveigh]

Mark, life in the slow lane, apart from the outside world, is a great place to be👍 More ambling through beautiful countryside with so much greenery, forest, wild flowers and just about visible paths. Agree about the electrolytes - helps me avoid cramping when losing all those salts and minerals on sweaty days👍 Had a tick a few weeks back - I think midge bites are probably more attractive! A good bit of determination and detective work in going back to find that right (left😊) turn, though it led to that cool spot at the pavilion for the night👍 Definitely a good test and cool that you finished the walk and the challenge you set yourself👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there gerry. Oh yeah this was an amble ramble for sure. I had my leg and ankle to think of and anyhow there was the countryside and flowers as well as the birds and bees. Good to hear you are one for electrolytes to. I can't walk long distance without them. Ha ha, I'll go with midges over ticks to. Regarding the wrong turn I trusted the straight on sigh - missed the one 25 years in. Certainly a lot of fun though as was the doss down. A lovely morning. Well, many thanks gerry as always. Take care over there. Mark

[@siegfriedschlag4353]

🎹Guten Morgen❤gut gemacht, vielen Dank für dein tolles Video👍 wünschen dir eine schöne Woche ❤Grüße Anne und Siggi 🔔 Abofreund 🔔

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, cheers there dude, Appreciated. Take care. Mark

[@danexitsstreetview3273]

Can't beat fresh spring water. Great amble Mark even with the tick. Cheers.

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Dan, nope it is the best and goes down well when thirsty. It sure was an amble - it's what I wanted. Mark

[@happy5811]

Fantastic presentation, Wye Explorer! Looks and sounds amazing! Excellent sharing. Continued success. God bless.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi friend, many thanks. It is amazing out there. Take care. Mark

[@NBNatureTrailvan]

Love it. Some spectacular countryside around there Mark. Those varied woodlands are so beautiful. And the views out across to Shropshire Powys and Herefordshire- just wonderful. When you mentioned that the place names were Welsh in England, I wondered if you were near Offa’s Dyke. And then there it was. Loved it. Brilliant watch. Hope you’re having a good week - such an enjoyable outing 👍👍👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Dave, yeah it's all green and rolling around here bro and heavily wooded - like the Wye Valley. These woodlands and vales make the views. Oh yeah close to the Dyke. Ha, not meant to but that where I ended up - sorted the following day though. My week is going well thanks - hope yours is to. Mark

[@NBNatureTrailvan]

@@WyeExplorer all good mate.

[@WyeExplorer]

@@NBNatureTrailvan Nice one.

[@davidkeel]

Well done Mark. That's all I can say. Good on you for going back.. The amount of videos I've seen of people going wrong but not caring about it and thinking it's okay to claim they've completed the whole walk. Grrr Haha. What you did there reminds me of when I did the Pennine Way with my old school friend. We went wrong by about 6 miles. He didn't want us to go back up the hill. So we had to hitch a lift to get to the YHA in time. But we made up for it by extending the last day and going up The Cheviot hill which you don't have to go up. You got to see Hergest Ridge. The title of a Mike Oldfield album. !! Nice one Mark.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Dave - good to hear from you. Thanks bro. Yeah, it wouldn't have sat well with me not to suss out what went wrong and finish it. I was stoked. Hey, that trek you did sounds wild and awesome. Nice one for extending the day. Hergest has great views and looks good from a distance to - Mike Oldfield knew it well for sure. I trust you're well out there Dave. Peace. Mark

[@davidkeel]

@@WyeExplorer I'm doing okay thanks Mark, and enjoying the sun ... Hope you have a nice summer over there. You were looking well on the video so I hope you are in your private life too. ? Dave

[@pauledwards499]

Well done Mark, it takes character to do that when you were already there. Cracking video, cracking trail, brilliant watch 👍 I'm doing the Wye Valley walk from Hereford, starting next Tuesday and expecting to be in Chepstow on Sunday and I can't wait!

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Paul, yeah had to go back and finish bro. I couldn't have lived with that. Glad you enjoyed the trail - you'd love it for sure. Good on you for stepping onto the Wye Valley Walk. All the best with it. Hope you upload some video. Take care. Mark

[@ChrisJB]

Congratulations on finishing the Mortimer Trail Mark. You are a more thorough man than me, going back to complete the route properly. I think I'd probably just be happy to have got from Ludlow to Kington in one piece 🙂. A cautionary tale too, to check the map. I am a bit cavalier in checking the map sometimes and often find myself going astray, especially when I am getting a bit too absorbed in the wildlife and landscape. Anyway, good to see you on the mend and making plans. Great film. Bye for now, Chris

[@WyeExplorer]

Thanks Chris - it was so good going back and sussing it out. Yeah, check map at key points. I think we all go astray at times - I get being absorbed. That's kind of acceptable. Ha ha! Well, getting stronger - back out next week for a longer one. All the best up there. Mark

[@BourneOutside]

Glad your on the mend, Mark. Well done for finishing and sorting out the small sign failure. Good job you managed to get your head down. Sort of reminded me about my favourite video of yours kipping in the loo at an allotment 😉👍🏼

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Tim, yeah getting stronger - back out next week. Ye ha! Had to finish bro - it would have done my head in otherwise. Ha ha, I do like to doss where possible. That was a lovely morning to wake up to in the pavilion. I wonder if I'll ever top that toilet. All the best bro. Mark

[@Cueman222]

Awesome trails and again such beautiful sites. Thank you!👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, there Quinn. Many thanks bro. A pleasure. Mark

[@FXWalesAnnaAlf]

Hi Mark , enjoyed this with lunch and I agree with you its best to go slow so you can enjoy everything . People who rush do miss things. Nice to lay down and rest and ' ground ' We love doing this. Nice to have lunch at the church and enjoy the peace and good vibe. Love the sheep there. Treleavem looks so lovely with all of the bluebells, long grasses and narrow trails. Shame you couldnt spot the Iron Age Hillfort but Sue in the house was kind giving you the spring water. Ooo dear though that tic 😯 The other church was lovely too and so was the old barn . Good that your shin and ankle are getting stronger . The woodland sections are so beautiful and the views toward the border and the Radner Forest were gorgeous. Love the old stone walls that we saw. Its so annoying when signs come to an abrupt end ir are not clear. The pavillion was a nice spot and good to see where you and Paul were together. Well done for finishing the trail. Loved that 😃Couldn't leave another like 👍so I'm leaving this 🙌 ~ Anna

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Anna, yeah ease up and let it all in. Good to hear you like lounging to. That woodland track made for a good lounger. As for the church that was beautiful - a christening, children playing around me and the local community. The views all along here are great - missed viewing that second sign though. Easily done trusted the first, which said straight on. re-the pavilion and Paul - it was a good place to rest. And yeah getting stronger - back out next week for a longer one on the borders. Well, many thanks Anna. Take care up there - see you outside. Mark

[@FXWalesAnnaAlf]

@@WyeExplorer Ooo the longer one on the borders sounds great . Have a good weekend :)

[@WyeExplorer]

@@FXWalesAnnaAlf Up to the source of the River Lugg Anna for my birthday - just to remember me and Paul then hiking back to Hay.

[@FXWalesAnnaAlf]

@@WyeExplorer Ah that sounds so good . Paul would have loved that 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

@@FXWalesAnnaAlf He would - it was the first river we hiked from source. Been there with mum to.

[@simonstaley1866]

Looks fabulous Mark .. if you’re up for a walk in the Peak District in future let us know 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Simon, it certainly was a good first hike back after a long while. If I remember I will for sure love to walk with you. All the best. Mark

[@oliverkillian]

Beautiful walk, I love all the bluebells, it's such a different landscape when everything is in bloom

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Oliver, Yeah it was bluebell heaven on this trail. Re-the landscape it sure was a visual delight. Many thanks. All the best. Mark

[@K9OutdoorsSearchTeam]

Good to see you didn't bail and call it a day Mark, too easy, need that leg testing. Im off another search soon in the Cairngorms, for another hiker thats been missing some time, need you fit, your going to be my wingman. Peace. Bill and the ruff monsters.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, Bill. Yeah, there was no way I was going home. It was only an additional 7 mile there and back to suss out the confusion and complete my first trail back. Loved it! Well, I'm up for helping - I'm still training mind you. Back out next week for a longer trek. I should no If I'm fully fit. Let's hope so. Thanks bro. All the best. Mark

[@mycolliesandme268]

Hey Mark Enjoyed tagging along, all be it through a screen. Thanks for showing Good Old England's green and pleasant land still exists out there. And well done for pushing through the aches and pains. Take care now. 😊👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Steve, glad you enjoyed this one bro. A pleasure to share. As for the aches and pains it took a while tom recover but am ready for the next one. All the best bro. Mark

[@montydotoutdoors]

Really nice to see part 2 Mark. Good memories of when I did the trail Autumn 2015. We did it really slow. Wild camps at both Mortimers cross and on the top of Wapley where I had a foggy head from too much monkey shoulder whiskey.., rectified by tea with the Shobdon WI ladies.

[@WyeExplorer]

Glad you enjoyed this one bro and that it brought b ack some memories and vibes. Interesting to hear of your time. Ha, I can't stand the misery of the bottle any more. I can imagine the party though amid the hill. All the best as always. Mark

[@solitaryrambler]

A great part 2 Mark. Always good to go slow sometime. We certainly see a lot more when we slow down and don't just rush our way through. Loved Shobden Wood and Byton church. Sorry you lost the trail for a while, signage isn't always great whichever trail you walk unfortunately. I've just relied on signs without checking the map myself, so I understand how easy this can happen. Glad you persisted and completed the trail in the end, that's great. Hope you enjoyed your chips and curry sauce yummy 😋 Well I really enjoyed watching you along the Mortimer Trail Mark. Have a good one and all the best as always 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Thanks Patrick - glad you enjoyed this one. Yeah, in slow mo we take it all in for sure. Shobdon wood was an amble and Buyton church a real joy to. As for the sign I trusted the first but missed the second just 25 years in - it was fun. But yeah we all rely on the signs. As for the finish it would have bugged me had I not - it was only another 7 miles there and back. I was well pleased. Thanks Patrick. Take care. Mark

[@NicoleHikesalot]

Such a beautiful place with stunning views. I hear ya on decaf. I can't have coffee with caffeine later in the day. I loved the green forest and landscape. Losing the trail is a challenge. What a great meal though. Great morning. ❤

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey Nicole, it's a green, rolling and pleasant part of where I live for sure. Good to hear you don't do caffeinated either. If I do I'm buzzing. As for the trail the one sign said straight on - I missed the other 25 yards in. All good. Many thanks. Take care. Mark

[@DesGreene]

Hi Mark. Glorious woodland all along the way👍 Not surprised you missed that waymarker in the undergrowth! Well done on going back and sussing it out. Great that your ankle and shin stood the test too! All the best and see you soon👍😊

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there des, yeah it's a great woodland trail. Loved it! As for the sign I trusted the first that told me straight on and because my eyes were trained that way missed the second 25 yards in. It was overgrown to. I was stoked to finish. Many thanks. Mark

[@yasminshikingmission]

Hey again Mark 😊 I completely agree I always have a slow pace when I’m out. One because I’m am slow in general 😂 and two because I love just taking it all in when I’m going slow definitely find I enjoy it more. Nice start to this section. Like the bluebells lining that path after the church. Got some lovely views along the way. Trail looks really lovely. How great that you found that sign saying left. Well done for going back and preserving 😁

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, another easy mover. Nice one Yasmin. The trail is wonderful bluebells and all. It's a great part of the country. Ha, yeah I sussed out the mistake -m easily done. Many thanks Yasmin. Take care. Mark

[@anthonypayne1]

Loved this trail Mark, the woodland, the views and nature, definitely one to savour and take your time as you so rightly did! Good on you to work out where you went wrong and carry on to the finish! 👍👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Anthony, good to hear from you. Oh for sure had to go slow on this one just to tap into all the beauty - That's what I wanted to come away with. Ha, yeah I had to suss it out. Simple confusion in the end. All the best up there. Mark

[@fuoridalsentiero]

The scenery is very beautiful nature a mix of perfect balance; flowers and plant a kind of painting! 😊We love trail in nature. There's a lot of humanity in this video .Thank you for sharing this video. 💛💚New subscriber

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there. Yeah, it's a nice green picturesque trail - not one unpleasant moment. Good to hear you love the nature and resonate with humanity. A pleasure to share - thanks for the sub. Mark

[@andrewnorris2]

The kindness of strangers. Why is it surprising when one comes across simple acts of kindness? So pleased your ankle is improving. Beautiful landscape you walked through and seemed quite suitable to test how far your ankle has improved. Lovely to have a view of Hergest Ridge. Sometimes its good to get lost and just let one's instincts take over and suggest a route. Luckily, you know this landscape so well. Bravo, that you finished the trail.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Andrew - well the place seemed to suggest pride and conceit yet Sue was very nice. Yeah, a good test - sore but promising. Hergest Ridge is impressive from certain angles especially that one. Mike Oldfield knew it well. As for instincts I was heading for that view. Ha ha! Thanks Andrew. Take care my friend. Mark

[@BackpackerDiaries]

Way to persevere Mark; I know what it’s like to lose a trail and cut the original plan a little short. Hope the tic didn’t latch on and burrow in too far. Lovely countryside and trail scenery as always. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@WyeExplorer]

Yeah, I woke up and new I just wanted to go back the other way and suss it out. Nope the tic was fresh on my arm I think. As for Mid Wales and the borders it is super beautiful. Thanks Amos. Take care out there. Mark

[@SetForAdventures]

Kept this back for a good watch Mark (enjoyed this whole trail ) the woods are amazing those colours 🙌🏔️👌🏻 Loved how you could not go home without the journey being completed (fair play mate) It’s great to see you back at it Mark it really is Best wishes Simon 🤠🙏🏼👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Simon, thanks my friend - glad you kicked back and enjoyed the woods. It's all woodland along this trail. You'd enjoy it. Oh for sure there was no way I was not finishing and sussing out that mistake - an easy one to make it turned out. Thanks again. All the best out there. Mark

[@TheWrightLifeTravelChannel]

Happy birthday! Well done sticking with it!

[@WyeExplorer]

Thanks both. Yeah, there's no bailing on it. All the best. Mark

[@ervinslens]

This was really nicely composed bud, trail looks so picturesque and serene. Hidden signs can be a problem if we don't know the terrain, I even had an almost identical situation where a somebody deliberately destroyed a sign.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, dude. Thanks! Yeah, it's a lovely trail. Ha, the first sign said straight on - the next was practically covered. That's a bugger about the sign. Cheers bro. All the best. Mark

[@BeCCaWhere2GoNext]

Beautiful!! and Truly it does look like you are into another dimension @8:10. Enjoyed the greenish trail view and tagging along!thanks for sharing Mark!

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Becca. Yeah, I was switching between zones and they were dimensional shifts for sure. Glad you enjoyed the trail - it was my first back after 2 years injury. It was promising. All the best over there Becca. Peace. Mark

[@nibimocs]

Kudos to you for going back, figuring out where you went wrong and finishing the trail! Looked like absolutely beautiful countryside the trail took you through. Quite a variety for 30 miles. Good to hear that your ankle, shin (and knee!) are all improving. Slow and steady. ATB

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Larry, thanks. Yeah, there was no way I was going back home without finishing. An easy mistake to make in the end. For sure the area is gorgeous - I'll be walking more. As for the ankle. leg and knee all getting stronger. It's promising. Well, take care Larry and all the best. Mark

[@straightouttacornwall]

3:10 Lovely inviting path! Treleaven is an old Cornish name, it means a clean place. There's a lot of places names in Cornwall with 'TRE' at the start. The bluebells looked amazing, yet another bloody trail I will have to do in the future ! Keep em coming Mark, Paul :)

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Paul, hey thanks for that. I think the cornish and Welch (celts) intermingled. For sure there were bluebells throughout. You'd adore this trail. Thanks again bro. Mark

[@straightouttacornwall]

@@WyeExplorer I adored just watching it, honestly that trail looks just what I like, I love variety. I'm lucky to have two national parks near to me but I'm not really into huge open spaces, much prefer trails like this one. I can see me moving to Wales one day once I've completed Cornwall :)

[@WyeExplorer]

@@straightouttacornwall I know what you mean by the trails - I like open spaces but I also like being immersed in these places to. See you in Wales then....

[@MiriamKennedy]

Good to hear you’re feeling like the body is getting stronger Mark! Great that you located the missed sign - well done for sticking with it!! Nice to have had those curry chips I’m sure anyway 😉 Looked like a lovely place to explore at a relaxed pace…a nice adventure!

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Miriam, yeah after so long it's going from strength to strength. Out for a longer trail this coming weekend. Ha, I saw the first sign, which said straight on - that second 25 yards passed was tucked away. Good fun though - for sure I was not walking away having not finished. The area us a super part of the borders. Thanks Miriam - take care out there. Mark

[@DesmondsDonders]

Always good to have a plan. We rarely stick to them. I think it was more of a chance for a night out. Lovely video Mark. Take care.

[@WyeExplorer]

Ha ha, yeah it was them chips and curry I wanted really Dave. All the best. Mark

[@williamboundey4526]

Hi Mark just finished watching part 1&2 .What a fantastic walk ..beautiful scenery 👍 Met some nice people there too! Really enjoyed it mate looking forward to the next one! See you soon mate stay safe..atvb Bounda!

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, Bill thanks me old mate. Yeah, it's a good trail with fantastic views - you'd enjoy it. As for the people they made it to. Take care buddy. Mark

[@Adventures_with_Sog]

Lovely trail. I get lost all the time, lol. Ay a good 'un 👍🙂

[@WyeExplorer]

It is a beauty me old mucka. Ha ha, lost is found. All the best. Mark

[@MOJUSA]

Beautiful view thanks for the video friend God bless

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there. Many thanks. Yes, the views are great and the trail inspiring. All the best. Mark

[@WalkWithWallace]

Love the way you always find somewhere to doss. Nice to go back and finish the trail, easy to miss your turning, but that is confusing.

[@WyeExplorer]

Ha, I love tucking into these places Robin. Now, if I had gone home it would have done my head in. It was only another 7 mile out and back again. Sussed! All the best. Mark

[@WalkWithWallace]

@@WyeExplorer it would have niggled away at me if I had missed that section too. 😆

[@WoodyAndy]

That was great - fair play for sticking to your guns and finishing the trail! Glad to hear your leg and shin are getting better, looking forward to the next one, all the best, Andy

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Andy, yeah had to go back. The mistake was easy to make after. I mean one sign said straight on, which I followed whereas the other 25 yards ahead I didn't see. Cheers buddy. Mark

[@t_poutsider]

Nice 1 Mark, I totally agree, even when I walk to my day camp spots I miss so much as I just want to get there, but when walking back I'm in no rush so I see so much more ! I would be the same, if I didn't go back to see how I missed the route I'd be thinking about it for weeks after and wondering 😂👍 this Mortimer trail series has been brilliant 🏕👌 to be honest just like the rest of your videos matey 💪👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Tony, yeah slowing down opens them channels for sure. Glad you enjoyed the series bro. Thanks for your kindness. Mark

[@mikecolley1093]

Thanks mark for a great video on a beautiful part of this lovely area and great to see you back out there

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, there Mike. A real pleasure my friend. beauty like this needs to be shared. All the best. Mark

[@bigdogcountry1693]

Very enjoyable watching both of your Mortimer Trail videos Mark - pleased your injuries held up, thank you for sharing this adventure! #HappyTrails mate 🐶

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there mate, good to hear you enjoyed the trail. Yeah, getting stronger - a tricky in jury. A pleasure top share. Mark

[@bigdogcountry1693]

@@WyeExplorer 🦾

[@atrampinthehills.841]

Well done on finishing...like you, it would have played on my mind that i had not finished the trail properly...Just goes to show how easy it is to miss a sign...Nice one Mark...keep it slow mate.

[@WyeExplorer]

Thanks Steve. Yeah, that would be an irritation for sure. As for the sign it was the first I trusted. The other was covered mostly. Thanks mate. All the best. Mark

[@MarkTayloroutdoors]

Always nice to get offerings of help from strangers, restores my faith in the world. Shame you were running low on power... do use a camera or phone to film? I will sometimes take 2 power banks on a hike if I think it's needed. The trail did look quite overgrown where you missed the turn, so it's easily done to go wrong like that. Good that you went back to find the spot you missed though. Thanks for sharing this journey with us Atb Mark

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Mark. Yeah, same mate - love to meet great folks on trail. We go away with a spring in our step. I use some Sony batteries the other cheap. I simple didn't charge some of them - my mistake. For longer treks I will take a power pack with me. As for missing the sign I read the first, which said straight on and missed that second 25 yards in - easily done. Well, many thanks Mark. Take care.

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

I've been to Shobdon years ago, done a few parachute jumps back in the day, about mid 1980s. I hope your leg gets better soon, I'm sure it will. Slow is best I think, never been interested in kms, just getting around and not getting lost, being in the moment with the earth's sounds 🤘👣🍁🌷🌿

[@WyeExplorer]

Yeah, it's not far Andy. My dad and Mac McCarthy started the parachute club there. My dad had withdrawn by the mid 80's. Yeah, these hikes are no race. Nature is the thing. Thanks bro. All the best. Mark

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

Mac Mcarthy was the guy on the ground with the radio guiding us in. I would have gotten on that cross, but the last 10 seconds, I was thinking only about bending knees, tucking elbows in, and pointing my feet the right direction to roll on the ground. Happy days 💯👍

[@WyeExplorer]

@@Andy-walkaboutnutty Ha, yeah we know Mac well. That's interesting - his son Michael was the guy who jumped off the empire state in the 80's. Good to hear of your jump Andy. Sounds like you had a ball.

[@littleBIGGRiggs]

Another great adventure. Missing turns & mistakes happens to all of us. My mistake is by not using paper maps… my phone always dies before I finish using the gps. Anyway, I enjoyed the trail, see you next time.

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there bro, yeah confusion is part of life and the trail. As they say always carry a paper map. Cheers buddy. Have a good week. Mark

[@smoggiewalks578]

Stunning trail Mark, lovely views and lovely people. Glad leg is ok. I'm currently looking out for the trail guide book ATB Martin

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, Martin yeah it's good up there. A great part of our region. The legs healing - back out there soon. Good to hear you're looking for the book. Hope you step onto it. Mark

[@WanderingwithWatto]

A fantastic walk my friend. Sometimes life in the slow lane. Is just what is needed. Good to see you gaining fitness mate. Keep wandering. 👍🏻🚶🏻‍♂️🚶🏻‍♂️

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, Watto glad you like the walk bro. You'd love this area or sections of the trail. Oh for sure gotta ease up regular. Ha ha! My fitness is getting there for sure. Thanks. Mark

[@NorthwalesBushcrafters]

Well done matey so glad leg held up well, we all make some nav mistakes from time to time it’s how we deal with it that counts and you did spot on matey great trail Mark look forward to next one 😁👍 Trev

[@WyeExplorer]

Thanks Trev. Yeah, the legs getting stronger to - back out next week. As for the nav mistake I noticed the straight on sign - the other was kind of obscured 25 yards in. Checking the maps a good idea. Yep, we all get knocked off at times. All the best up there. Mark

[@JimTimber]

Woah bro !.. that trail is so overgrown even an Amazonian Yanomamo native would have got confused !! lol

[@WyeExplorer]

Yeah, that sign was almost covered - no wonder I missed it. Mark

[@michaelrawson6261]

Hey Mark, great video mate, what a stunning area isn't it!? Great that ure out there doing your thing again! Brill that the shin and ankle are improving, may that continue. Take it easy man, catch u soon.

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Nike - how you doing? Glad you liked this one bro. Yeah, loved being out again with a leg getting stronger. Out for a longer one next week. I do hope to hook up mate. We'll haver to make it happen. All the best. Mark

[@LikeWeDidOutdoors]

Loved following along mate! The cameras slow me down and I'm glad for it because of the reasons you go into. Love those electrolytes. Love also the human element to your vids, though I dodge them myself! Take it easy mate

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, glad about that bro. Good to hear your cameras ease you up a bit. We do take stuff in. For sure electrolytes give you a boost as do the humans. Thanks my friend. All the best. Mark

[@filbritfrolics9315]

Well done Mark, you solved it in the end. Lovely Mortimer walk, :-).

[@WyeExplorer]

I did my friend - I was stoked. Many thanks. See you out there. Mark

[@WalkWithWallace]

I'm living in the slow lane, watching this on the bus home. Enjoyed that Mark 🌳

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright Robin, hey yeah gotta ease up regular. Good to hear your kicking back there. It was a decent test and trail. Mark

[@WalkWithWallace]

@@WyeExplorer good stuff mate. Shin still feeling strong? Many batteries do you carry for your RX100?

[@WyeExplorer]

@@WalkWithWallace Yeah, ankle (arthritis) and shin getting strong - out for a longer outing next week. Batteries? I have 4 good Sony ones the rest are cheap. About 10. To be fair they weren't all charged up. My fault.

[@WalkWithWallace]

@@WyeExplorer nice one, enjoy next week. I typically go through 1 battery a day with the Sony.

[@WyeExplorer]

@@WalkWithWallace I will have a good one Robin. That's good going. I film a lot I think.

[@philclark6250]

To be honest mark I knew you'd go back and finish it,where as me I'd have said enoughs enough😅 well done mate

[@WyeExplorer]

Ah, that's kind of you Phil. I'm sure you would have done it to. Yeah, stoked to go back and suss out the mistake and finish it. All the best. Mark

[@MaxandKalisAdventures]

Getting lost is all part of the adventure :) I dont map read i google hehe unless im with a friend who likes maps :) Keep up the good work thanks for sharing youre adventures :) atb Max

[@WyeExplorer]

I totally agree Max - the figuring out is fun. Hey, nothing wrong in using the tech. A pleasure to share. All the best up there. Peace. Mark

[@DaveGoodman1959]

Brilliant Mark so TFS. It’s easy to take the wrong route on terrain like that that’s for sure. I did check the route out on the map. 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Dave. A pleasure to share. Well, I saw the sign that said straight on and trusted that. The other was kind of obscured. Ha, it was fun. Thanks mate. Mark

[@kreator773]

Awesome. I like it so much. Have a great time. Greetings.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there. Many thanks - appreciated. Mark

[@JimTimber]

Sue's 'posh house' looks awesome bro !! ..wonderful trail Mark bro !! Ha ha !..signs that say odd things like 'straight on !' lol ..the best ones are on locked shop doors here in Poland that say 'Zaraz Wracam' (Back soon) .. lol ..I waited a whole hour once !! lol Kule to see Offa's Dyke !!

[@WyeExplorer]

Yeah, it was a lovely house Andy - Sue was a lovely person to giving me that great spring water. Ha ha, an hours wait - you were expecting them any minute throughout to. Re-Offa's Dyke it's a nice stretch to. All the best bro. Mark

[@JimTimber]

@@WyeExplorer You always meet such amazing folk on your travels my friend !! Ha ha ! ..yes customer service in Poland is pretty scant !! lol

[@WyeExplorer]

@@JimTimber I love to meet people Andy - I spend all my time on my own and this is my socializing moment. The Poles have different expectations.

[@JimTimber]

@@WyeExplorer I hear you there bro ! ..I'm socially isolated in reality ..but I get a huge amount of company chatting to good people like you my friend !!

[@WyeExplorer]

@@JimTimber Yeah, we get it from where we can Andy. Thanks bro - that's kind of you.

[@trailsandalesfromwales3074]

Well done for rectifying the direction mishap Mark 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, Phil yeah I trusted the first sign, which said straight on and missed the second 25 yards in. Easily done but really pleased to finish the reverse way. Ha ha!

[@trailsandalesfromwales3074]

I do it often but my komoot phone app soon tells me im off route, they're not for everyone I know but works for me...

[@NorwayHikesTrails]

Nice Mark 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Thanks. Yeah, it was a good one. Mark

[@HikeCamp]

Slow is the only speed I have... LOL A pleasant walk indeed.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, Max yeah - gotta easy up regular mate. Thanks. Mark

[@flashgordon1262]

Trails are like that a lot, offas dyke is terrible at times with a vague signpost sort of pointing you in a certain direction but its easy to miss them and before you now it your a couple of miles of course...all part of the fun in a way.

[@WyeExplorer]

Yeah, all part of the fun. These signs were yards apart - I saw the one that said straight on. I enjoyed going back. All the best. Mark

[@thathikingguy]

Whereas most would go home adventurer Mark would not be denied LOL

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, it's my breeding bro. I trust you're well Chris. Peace. Mark

[@JimTimber]

Where I last used to live in the UK (Hampshire) there was a chapel at a place called St. Cross, near Winchester.. and they used to hand out the 'Wayfarer's dole' ..which consisted of a piece of bread and a small mug of ale !! ..all you had to do was bang on the hospice oak wooden door with the big iron door knocker ! I hope your ankle and knee are doing okay bro !! ..sorry to hear you are not match fit !!

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, that's a bit like churches providing hospitality today. I like the story Andy. Yeah, almost back to strength - another LDW next week. Cheers there bro. Mark

[@JimTimber]

@@WyeExplorer So glad to hear that Mark bro !.. it takes a while but you will get there in the end !! ..superb !!

[@WyeExplorer]

@@JimTimber Hey, thanks Andy. Yeah, some things creep along eh? Inch by inch. Peace.

[@JimTimber]

@@WyeExplorer Peace right back atcha bro !!

[@Rirede]

Manheru akanaka

[@WyeExplorer]

Many thanks. Take care. Mark

[@THE_EXPLORER]

great video,amazing trail

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, friend many thanks. All the best over there. Mark

[@FXWalesAnnaAlf]

Hi Mark we are back out camping so are in the slow lane like you ! That looks a beautiful area but I'll have watch this properly when we get back on Friday. I've watched enough to count as a view and leaving a like 👍 😃 Catch you soon ~ Anna

[@WyeExplorer]

Yeah, gotta put the foot o the peddle sometimes eh Anna - soak up the beauty and it certainly is a beautiful area. Thanks for the view my friend. Appreciated. Mark