Upper Wye Valley Wild camp | Return to Gamallt | We Got The Epic Views

Upper Wye Valley Wild camp | Return to Gamallt | We Got The Epic Views
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Join me in the Upper Wye Valley in the Cambrian Mountains in Wales as I return to Gamallt for the Views of the Upper Wye Valley. Obscured back in December by a storm the weather looked better. I was hopeful of capturing the Upper Wye and having a good camp on the remote peninsula/promontory that is Gamallt. So, let me show you around a hill that's never walked and the views it reveals.
Chapters
0:00 Introduction
0:30 Wye Valley view late afternoon
1:43 The pitch on Gamallt
5:57 Brief bed/camp set up
7:23 Book 'The Sight of Two' update
9:18 Dinner with the Crusader Mk11
11:16 Crusader Mk11 talk
13:15 Camp view on the mountain
13:25 The waterhole
14:41 Evening on the slopes
15:09 Good news for the Wye
17:30 Good morning/Morning out of the tent
19:00 The Wye/Marteg Basin in the morning
19:45 On the top/a look around and the light on the slopes
21:54 On the edge/peering down below and abandoned bridge
22:44 The morning sun and the valley in full view
24:27 The finish and wrapping up the camp
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Thanks for watching!

[@andrewnorris2]

When you said you had Paul's tent I immediately said to myself, 'I bet you can feel Paul's spirit in there.' And just then you said it. It is very satisfying to collect all the right equipment for wild camping and to use it all. Yes, the views were stunning. You were richly rewarded for your efforts. Glad to hear that the ankle is improving with every excursion. Thanks, Mark

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Andrew - thanks my friend. Yes, all his gear brings back his spirit - all of it floods through me. For sure it's good to have the right kit - you know this yourself. There is confidence in it. Re-the views and sunlight I got it right for sure. What a result! As for the ankle it's still a work in progress - it was so bad-we're getting there. Many thanks. All the best over there. Mark

[@LarryBees]

Mark !! No wonder It is your favourite place in the world. Beautiful ! Fine camp and chill out chat, Good luck with your book. Loved the story of the Two Buzzards and the bridge, slipping and sliding . Peace out .☺

[@WyeExplorer]

It's a fave for so many reasons Larry - it's full of soul as well as those great views. Yeah, a good pitch and camp. Re-the book-just gotta sell it now. And them buzzards-well I was again out at ease. Thanks mate-always appreciated. Mark

[@Love.AnitaBlue717]

Wonderful Mark, so exciting about the book!! Incredible spectacular views!! Always a pleasure.... The buzzards with a sweet confirmation!! 💏 Happy safe travels. So much love to you. 💙 Anita

[@Love.AnitaBlue717]

I enjoy your company too! xo

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Anita my good old friend. Yeah, see how the book goes - I'll work hard on selling it. Without doubt the views were incredible - loved the sunlight. Re-the buzzards that's exactly what I needed. Peace and love Anita. Mark

[@WyeExplorer]

Oh, both ways Anita. All the best over there.

[@michaelrawson6261]

Hey Mark, great video, nice bit of veggie dinner mate, pretty sure the fruit biccies are Garibaldi. Great views,thought I recognised the telemark, I remember the video you did where you set it up on the old school field and did a kind of review of it. And I certainly remember older videos when Paul bless him was using it. Hope the leg only gets stronger and stronger. Hope to see you soon, I'm getting out and about again after a few months of ill health and injury. See you out there bro, much love and peace. Mike R.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Mike - always good mate. Thanks! Yeah, a good trip. So, that's what the biscuits are. Simple but nice. Thanks for remembering - yes Paul loved this tent and I enjoy using it. Re-the leg I'm working on it every day - getting there. All the best with your own recovery. Hey, you'll have to contact me Mike - not sure of your details but your welcome and it would be good to get out. Until then take care. Mark

[@gerrymcveigh]

Mark, always good to find some shelter with a decent pitch and using Pauls tent👍Cool to hear the update on your book and hopefully you will connect with the right publisher. Interesting to hear about the funding to develop alternative farming practices along the Wye that doesn't involve all that phosphate - big issues here with the levels of phosphate, mostly from farming, affecting rivers and loughs and as you say all about growing meat. You got a lovely morning with that golden light, shadows and views☀The universe is amazing in how it connects👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there gerry, yeah love to find that perfect spot - Paul's tent was great. Re-the book out their selling it now - the right publisher is there. As for Phosphate over your end I have seen that - a terrible scourge as it is here. But the morning? Ah, that was 'golden' literally - it felt so good as did the universe. Brilliant! Well, have a great week ahead gerry. Take care. Mark

[@nasos_zovoilis]

Just got back from a mountain camping trip and I'm already itching to go again! This video fuels my wanderlust and makes me want to pack my bags for another outdoor adventure. Bravo my friend!! Liked!!!

[@WyeExplorer]

Thanks mate. Glad you were inspired. All the best on your next trip. Mark

[@niteforcefireworks5700]

Enjoyed watching you on the adventures Mark. It looks amazing up there!! Hope to see you for a chat and a coffee soon. Best of luck with the book, Take care Joolz x

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Joolz, so good to hear from you. Glad you enjoyed this one mate - yeah it's an incredible area that not many know from this angle and it's got some great memories for me. Yeah, we'll catch up in town. I will take care - you too. Mark

[@travel_nature_and_life]

Hi Mark , The ART of Bivy , for sure 💛💛💛💛

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi, Gaddielle - yes reading the land to get a pitch out of the wind. I love that. All the best out there. Mark

[@Ceolskog]

Beautiful morning shots Mark, ah gotta love those cold clear still mornings. Great news for the Wye. Your video production is getting very professional, I'm jealous! The introduction was like watching a nature documentary on TV.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, Adam. Yeah, the morning was spectacular - the light just sparkled off them slopes. For sure love them crisp mornings. I agree good news for the river - see how it goes. Re-the editing I thought I'd try something different for the intro-glad it worked. Thanks Adam - all the best over there. Mark

[@recreepy]

I'm genuinely blown away-excellent work!🦁🦁🦁🦁🦁🦁🦁🦁🦄🦓

[@WyeExplorer]

Many thanks - appreciate that. Mark

[@kathrynfowler8521]

Hi Mark, wonderful video thank you 🥰 I'm at Symonds Yat and thought of you when I saw a Kingfisher this morning.xx

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Kathryn, a pleasure to share - glad you liked this one. Ah, not to far from us then - thank you for the thought. Kingfishers light up the day. All the best down there. Mark

[@fionafrank4112]

Great video Mark! It's so beautiful! Thanks for sharing your adventure and thoughts with us. Yes... you're in touch with the cosmos! Nature does that! Awesome! 💛💚💛💚

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Fiona, many thanks. Yes, lots of beauty in this area especially with such a sunrise. A pleasure to share. Great news with the 35 Mil. Never enough though eh? For sure I see the web of weird. All the best. Mark

[@filbritfrolics9315]

lovely, thanks for the tour Mark :-), good luck on the book .

[@WyeExplorer]

A pleasure as always my friend. Thanks for the good luck. Mark

[@WalksWithOlly]

Great news to hear that you've completed your book, Mark. I suppose publishing is just the next step; a new chapter in this story's own. As you say, you just need to find the right publisher. Beautiful views from your camp and much more comfortable conditions than on your previous visit. Good on you for making positive dietary changes. I've taken to really liking lentils over mince in my bolognese. And when I do consume too much dairy or caffeine at any time, I do not feel like myself. All the best to you. I look forward to hearing more of your book and adventures to come.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Olly, Great to hear from you. Yeah, you're right there it's a new chapter - see how the pages unfold. Thanks. For sure the best views there - the morning sun was perfect. Re-the lentils good to hear you opting for them - I get what you're saying regarding dairy and caffeine too. Our bodies just start to reject this stuff. Here's to healthier lifestyles. Many thanks again Olly - take care out there. Mark

[@EventyrsorenDenmark]

Such an amazing adventure. Great camp spot you find. All the views are so beautiful and the shot in the morning are awsome. 😊😊😊

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Soren, thanks my friend. Yeah, a nice little dip there that shielded me from the wind. As for the views and sunlight I couldn't ask for better. Many thanks. Mark

[@solitaryrambler]

I really enjoyed your intro on this Mark with your narration, fab start to a fab vid. Great to hear about the completion of your book. I've no idea how it works on the publishing side, but I guess you're always going to get those who won't go for it, but others who will. I really hope one of the publishers says yes after all your hard work, I'm sure at least one of them will. Brilliant to hear about the £35 million to clean up the Wye, fantastic news. I know there are no guarantees, but here's hoping the results will be good. Nice to see you back at Gemallt, I just love those views, especially those morning shots you captured. Best of all it's great to know you're getting stronger, keep it up. Well that was a good 'un as always Mark, all the best 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, Patrick so pleased you liked the intro - your the master at that. About the book - yeah just gotta sell it now and listen to what they want with regards Synopsis etc. I'm enjoying it. For sure that money is amazing - will it be enough? We'll see. Ha, speaking of seeing I was so chuffed with the views and the light. I imagine you've been through this part yourself. Yep, getting stronger. Always good to hear from you Patrick. Take care out there old mate. Mark

[@vongtaynhanaikptt6066]

Beautiful Work my friend~ Have a wonderful day!

[@WyeExplorer]

Many thanks. Take care. Mark

[@Linleys]

Another excellent video, what a range of beautiful views there, thank you for sharing. Hope the right publisher picks up on your book soon. And good news about the River Wye clean-up funding. Cheers, Warren

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Warren. Ah, for sure mate the views up there are grand and the light was so good. Re-the book, the right publisher is there - just gotta put it out there. As for the river - brilliant. See how it goes. Many thanks. Mark

[@oliverkillian]

Ahh I'm itching to get out in these hills again to see the changing lights on the landscape. Great outting and a way to look back on good memories, and a wonderful moment with the buzzards I'm sure. The universe does have its way of sending us little joys :)

[@WyeExplorer]

See you out there then Oliver - look forward to your future adventures. For sure such sights are a tonic as are those universal connections. Thanks mate. Mark

[@ramblebob1]

Great video as always Mark. It must be nice to be able to use some of Paul's kit, give you a connection to his spirit. Views are stunning, glad you got them this time as opposed to when the storm shut them off. Mother nature doesn't always like to play ball! Good news about some of the funding to clean up some of the Wye, I never eat meat on my camps so I am doing my little bit to not kill off the river.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Chris. Thanks. Yeah, always good to get Paul's kit out and connect with my dear old bro. For sure top views at this spot - it's a fave area storm or not. Re-the Wye it's a start I think and yeah good. See what it does. Good on you for reducing your meat intake - I've done the same. All the best out there. Mark

[@danexitsstreetview3273]

Loved the video Mark. So well put together and the narration at the start was particularly enjoyable. Cheers.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Dan, glad you liked the outing mate and the edit. I had a lot of fun as you can imagine. All the best. Mark

[@nathankent8945]

Incredible views captured beautifully... I love the solitude the Cambrian mountains has to offer... All the best with your book 👍🥾⛰️

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Nathan, thanks-I agree great views from this vantage point. And as for the Cambrians they are a gem as you rightly hint at. Well, out there selling the book. Thanks again. Mark

[@AbdulsCycles]

Thank you for showing us such a wonderful video! The great scenery Upper Wye Valley Wild camp. I feel so happy watching your footage! I look forward to your next work! Have a safely out there, my friend..

[@WyeExplorer]

A pleasure to share. I'm glad you enjoyed the upper Wye. I will stay safe - you too. Mark

[@MiriamKennedy]

Garibaldi biscuits (or a rip off of them)! 🤔 Dinner looked very good Mark and great that you had Paul’s tent with you…such a nice symbol and shelter to have with you! What a lovely sunrise to greet your day and great visibility of the valley below and surrounding mountains 😎 Loved your story about the buzzards! 🤗

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Miriam - good to hear from you. Yeah, the biscuits sound about right - nice though rip off or not. Dinner was good too and Paul's tent even better maybe. Re-the sunrise I couldn't have asked for more - the light was glorious. You know the score with them feelings mountains and all. As for the buzzards - glad you liked the story. The universe speaks. All the best out there. Mark

[@21Swayzee]

The views of the upper Wye Valley are spectacular! Way to get back and soak it in. Man, a bummer to have a storm, but glad the second time around you had clearer views, makes it worth a little cool air. I always love returning to a favourite outdoor place, seeing all the changes over time, and how things stat the same, and different light, colours etc in different conditions. Way to capture the experience.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, brother - yeah for sure great views up there and a fantastic spot to soak it up after the storm. I agree I love it fresh - even cold. Keeps us alive! Re-going back - I always love to do that myself. I see and feel some of the same but always there's something I missed. Thanks dude. All the best. Mark

[@BorderRambler]

I can see why it’s your favourite place Mark, full of emptiness which is right down my street. Enjoyed your chatter in the tent , great to hear you have wrote a book and wow that’s a lot of words, an all round excellent trip atb Dave ⛺️👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Dave, yeah it's a great valley with views of some fantastic tops but it's got soul for me too/memories. Glad you liked the confab bro. Re-the book - just gotta sell it now. Hey, I just wrote fearlessly. Thanks Dave. All the best out there. Mark

[@davidroberts5175]

Fantastic light on the Cwm in the morning. Loved it.

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Dave, yeah incredible light. Animated to perfection. Thanks old mate. Take care out there. Mark

[@vedrana0127]

What an adventure. Beautiful place with stunning views. The weather is not ideal, but you are rewarded with a beautiful sunrise. Perfect 👏👏👏

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Vedrana. It sure is a beautiful place and valley - windy and cold in the morning but that was nice. As for the sun - wow a fantastic light on the slopes. All the best. Mark

[@bumblejennybee88]

Hi Mark, I can understand why you love that spot, it's absolutely stunning. The views are amazing! The skylark song is one of my favourite bird song and was one of my dad's favourite birds, so I always love to have them with us on a walk. Love how you had the two Buzzards, a lovely way to have a connection with Paul and to feel him with you always. How exciting about your book, I'm really intrigued as to its content. Great news that The Wye has been awarded the grant, hopefully it will make a difference. Sorry to hear you've had an injury but glad to know it's on the mend. As always, a fabulous watch! Take care, good luck on finding a publisher, all the best Jenny 😊

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Jenny, yeah it's a great spot but for me it has soul too. Good top hear of the Skylark - they're a fabulous bird for sure. Re-the buzzards that was a thrill and confirmation. As for the book and Wye both good for different reasons - see how both turn out. Ah, the injury is actually arthritis in my right ankle - an old injury and a right bugger. Well, many thanks. Take care out there. Mark

[@bumblejennybee88]

@@WyeExplorer Have a fantastic weekend 😊

[@WyeExplorer]

@@bumblejennybee88 I will ....

[@SetForAdventures]

Brilliant Mark both the film and the adventure (stunning area mate so so remote) Hope you get your book published mate (I know it will happen 🙏🏼) Great news about the river clean up too (much much needed) i eat a lot less meat now too (good all round ) Thanks again and stay safe mate Simon 🤠👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Simon, thanks mate glad you liked this one. Yeah, a fantastic area. Re-the book the right publisher is out there. I agree fabulous news the 35 Mil. Not sure it's enough but we'll see. A pleasure. I will stay safe - you too. Mark

[@SetForAdventures]

@@WyeExplorer thanks mate 🙏🏼

[@tinab1976]

Congratulations on finishing your book and I look forward to reading it one day. Thank you for sharing the beautiful views, peace and tranquillity of a very special place. Also the meal that you made looked very tasty. Best wishes

[@WyeExplorer]

Thank you Tina - I appreciate your encouragement there. It's a pleasure to share the space - it is truly grand from that perspective. Re-the meal simple but did the job. All the best as always. Mark

[@noakeswalker]

You had better weather than last time Mark, we haven't had very many sunny mornings so far this year, so that was lucky. Great views all around from the top there. That poor old suspension bridge - you'd think the fishing folks would need that working. Good news about the Wye mess. Hope you find a publisher to take your book on. Cheers, Dave

[@WyeExplorer]

I sure did have better weather Dave. For sure ideal for the views - you'll have passed through here many times. Yeah, I was down by the bridge later - it's collapsed/ruined. They won't reinstate it. I agree great Wye news that. Re-the book - gotta sell it now. Thanks Dave-hope you're well over there. Mark

[@nigelharness9032]

Hi Mark, plenty of positives with this trip, superb views, the money for the river wye and you are now within touching distance of getting your book published, and even your supper looked great LOL, but for me the story of the two buzzards and your bro really made this a wonderful trip, enjoy your day cheers nigel

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Nigel, yes loads of good stuff going on least not the money for the Wye - see how that goes as we will the publishers. Glad you liked the food and the Buzzards. Yeah, that was perfect. All the best, Mark

[@smoggiewalks578]

Stunning as every in the upper Wye valley. ATB Martin ❤

[@WyeExplorer]

I agree Martin can't go wrong up there. Thanks. Mark

[@pauledwards499]

Absolutely cracking video Mark. Great to see you out again.

[@WyeExplorer]

Thanks Paul-credit to the space I'd say-yeah it's amazing. Many thanks. Mark

[@TerryMcGearyScotland]

Communing with Nature. You’ve got it sorted Mark. I was going to ask about the book but didn’t want to pry. Glad it’s on the way. Well done you! Quite an accomplishment. Atb…Terry

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Terry, thanks. Yeah, it's the best form of zen for sure. Ah, I wouldn't have minded about the book. It's reading well. Thanks. Just gotta sell it now. All the best. Mark

[@JimTimber]

That was a windy ole pitch Mark bro ! ..wonderful views though as you said !.. awesome spot ! Top job with the book.. I can't wait to buy my copy ! ..superb !! The grub looks good mate !! ..I like those Garibaldi style biccies !! That 35 mil should go a long way to getting the Wye back tickety boo clean ! ..great news to hear that the the funds are there !! ..still watching !!

[@WyeExplorer]

It was - worse on top Andy. Yeah, them views were spectacular - well chuffed. Ha, chuffed with the book too. Re-the food I don't drift off to much - similar to before but nice. Good to hear you like the biscuits-they are nice. For sure awesome news that 35 mill. See how it goes. Thanks Andy - been thinking about ya. All the best. Mark

[@JimTimber]

@@WyeExplorer Cheers to you bro ! I'm on your blog page so when the book comes out I will bag a copy.. can't wait !! Yeah I'm a man of simple foods !! lol ..fry up for breakfast today.. lol..my doctor would probably not approve !! lol

[@WyeExplorer]

@@JimTimber A pleasure always Andy. Hey, nice one bro - well I'll send you a copy. It's beautiful and full on. Ha, a bit like the breakfast.

[@SeniorHiker77]

Enjoyed the dialog Mark. Good luck with getting your book published.

[@WyeExplorer]

Thanks John-glaf you liked the talk. Yeah, I'm selling it now. It's a good read - someone will pick it up. Mark

[@t_poutsider]

Hey Mark, Great camp out, Brilliant views and great news on finishing your book, i hope you find a publisher soon. i love my Mk1 crusader kit, possibly my most used equipment.

[@WyeExplorer]

Yeah, loved this one Tony views and all. Thanks mate - there's a publisher out there somewhere. Hey, good to hear you feel the same about the Crusader - it's a solid piece of kit. Cheers me old mate. Take care. Mark

[@FXWalesAnnaAlf]

Gamallt looks stunning Paul, well worth visiting, the views are amazing there. Nice spot to camp in Pauls tent, shame it was so windy and claggy . Great that you've now finished your book, 300,000 words wow you've been busy, the right publisher will come along 🙏 You had a beautiful sunrise there and a glorious morning, bet that waterfall is great to see, its really pretty around here. Have a good weekend 👍~ Anna

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Anna, yeah a super space yo enjoy and camp in Paul's tent. I love it wind clag or not. Well, yes 300,000 words but I've chopped that down to 102,000. I just wrote and stopped when I did. It was like a channel - it all came forth Anna. The right publisher is there. I sure did had a great morning. Re-the waterfall - in high spate it's incredible. Many thanks my friend - have a great weekend up there. Mark

[@FXWalesAnnaAlf]

@@WyeExplorer Great that the words just flowed akf that originally you said you had enough for 3 books 😃so good. Interesting that the female publishers turned it down but as they say when one door closes another one opens to be stepped through :) I love waterfalls so much and thanks you have a great weekend too 🙂

[@WyeExplorer]

@@FXWalesAnnaAlf Yeah, 3 books Anna. You're right - other doors will open....

[@stephensmith4480]

Hi Mark. One thing we are not short of in The British Isles is Breathtaking Views and this surely proved that mate. We share a Love of Potatoes, it must be The Irish in me ( Thanks Nana Kate ) No matter how you cook them, they are always enjoyable and fill you up. I hope you have success with the Book mate, I will defo Buy a copy, just let us know when it's out. Take Care pal 😜👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Stephen mate. I agree totally - we could explore these isles for life and still not run out. Great views here. Ha, yeah but not many - a few carbs in there. But I do like em. Good on on your nan. Re-the book - yeah I'm selling it now. I'll certainly let you know bro. Many thanks - always good to hear from you. Mark

[@stephensmith4480]

@@WyeExplorer Always a pleasure mate 👍👍

[@WyeExplorer]

@@stephensmith4480 Nice one Stephen. Peace.

[@saunteringsapsfords]

Been looking forward to a new video Mark.great camp,as ever.Good news on the Wye funding,I guess the campaigners have won some sort of battle,seen alot in Hereford, well done to them all.Trying to do our bit, ot eating meat all the time,doing some veggie dishes,when I can.Best of luck with getting your book published my friend, all the best.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, there friend yeah fantastic news with the funding. All the hard work has paid off but I get the sense we'll need more. Good on you with controlling the meat intake - we need too. As far as the books concerned - this is the next chapter. I'll get there. Thanks mate. Take care out there. Mark

[@HikeCamp]

Great views from up there but that wind was nasty.. The morning was pretty. Made for an interesting camp. Best wishes on your book Mark!

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Max, yeah a grand scene from there wind and all. For sure that morning light was awesome. Re-the camp - I loved that dip. Thanks Max - selling the book now. Mark

[@gooutgibbo9529]

Good to see you out mate.

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Gibbo. Thanks mate - yeah a good outing. Mark

[@007vauxhall]

Another great experience Mark, always find you're videos interesting and relaxing, fantastic views, and the food looked very tasty 🙂 Good luck with the new book, all the best..Paul.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Paul, yeah it was a good one - a unique spot in the valley with the views I was after. Re-the food I went for vegge this time - it was nice. Thanks - the book is being sold now. I hope you're well up there. Mark

[@JimTimber]

The sunrise view, that morning from the promontory, was freakin' awesome bro !! ..thanks for another superb video my friend !! I hope they get to repair that bridge !!

[@WyeExplorer]

Ah, you're not wrong there Andy. The light was amazing. Re-the bridge O was down there later - it's totally ruined. Not sure it'll be back. A pleasure as always bro. I hope you're well. Mark

[@JimTimber]

@@WyeExplorer It's a shame because any river crossing is a bonus 'on the dry' as it were.. All well here for now bro !!

[@WyeExplorer]

@@JimTimber Yeah, it' was a nice gothic looking bridge too Andy. Good to hear you're well bro. Have a great day over there.

[@Bezstopy]

Lovely views, wind is crazy. Happy hiking.

[@WyeExplorer]

Yeah, nice up there Bez especially in food light. Thanks mate. Mark

[@OutdoorWithMike]

Lovely video Mark, a very special camping experience and memories for you.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Andy, thanks mate - glad you liked this one. Yeah, special location and camp. Mark

[@JamieHarding5]

Hello Mark mate. Bit slow for me today on my comment. Down with man flu.😁 Waited and watched it on the TV. You had much better views this time. What a beautiful quiet spot. I hope to camp up there after watching your vid. As you mentioned it's so quiet because it ends there. I like the quiet so that sounds perfect. Loved hearing about the bridge and seeing old clips of Paul crossing the river. What a great little tent, I love that you have things from him. All I've got since my mother passed away is a very old dressing gown she got me about 20 years ago, I can't get rid. Use it often. The book sounds really good. I will enjoy reading it. Good to hear money is going in to the river👍 Thanks for a good watch. Always so good to see and listen to out and about. Amazing views and you show so well what many miss out on. Take care mate. Thanks. Jamie.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hope you’re recovered from the flu Jamie -it’s a bugger. Oh yeah much better conditions - I was stoked with them views. I’d like to ask you politely not to head for the hill just now. I find it disturbing you shadowing me all the time. This was a personal moment too-please give me time to enjoy it. Indeed, I’m certain you’re capable of your own inspiration - I know you’ve been through my channel and you have told me so and followed up on many places. That’s good but remember you can read maps and inspire yourself. Yeah, a decent bridge crossing and such a soulful memory. Re-your mother I’m sorry to hear of her passing and that you have few of her things. She’s there though in certain places and spaces. As for the book I’m out there selling as we speak - I’ll get there as will the Wye hopefully with that £35 Mil. Well, this was long on account of my request. All the best. Mark

[@JamieHarding5]

​@WyeExplorer Hi Mark. I'm still rough. Not moved much at all last few days. I didn’t mean going there for a camp soon, later in the year possibly. I have my next 2 months all planned out. I was supposed to be at a waterfalls this week, Blaen y Glyn. Illness stopped me. Later this month I'm 3 days wild camping in Lake District. 2 hikes a day starting with Scafell Pike. I'm the doing the Welsh 3 Peaks. Also camping again on a beach, I've got lots planned and few new bits of kit. I've been invited to camp with another KZbinr. I'm not stalking you🤣 I just thought later in the year I'd go because you said it’s quiet. Probably won't even do a vid there. I go out sometimes just to enjoy. I camped in New Quay on Saturday with my son. He wanted to see Nant Syddion house the next day. We didn't make that part. Big motorbike accident on the road. We had to turn around, I'll take him another time. Hope your book gets picked up soon. I can't wait to get up the lake District next month. 3 days and I'll be very busy. Look forward to your next one. All the best. Jamie 👋

[@WyeExplorer]

@@JamieHarding5 Sorry to hear of the roughness Jamie. I sympathize. All the best with your adventures - I know the excitement you must be feeling. And great to hear of your son getting out there. Re-my concern I'm sure you understand how it has looked form here. We all like space and some privacy. No harm meant - no I'll always be open and honest. Take care.

[@JamieHarding5]

All good mate. I'm hoping to do a lot in England this year. Nice to see your video is doing well as always. Loads comment and I think that's really nice because it obviously takes so much time and effort to go out travel etc and put it all together. Always nice to see how many people like and comment on your adventures. All the best on your next one.👋

[@HotubHobos]

The Wye Valley and surrounding area looks like a beautiful place to camp, thanks for sharing the clip Wye Explorer, we are hoping to go and hike around this area soon in the near future and your video will help us with planning - we've subscribed also :)

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there - yeah super nice. A pleasure to share. The Cambrian Mountains are fantastic - an often overlooked area of Mid Wales. Thanks for the sub. All the best out there. Mark

[@ervinslens]

Absolutely stunning storytelling man, views are breathtaking!

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey there bro, cheers-glad you like the story and the views of course. All the best out there. Mark

[@abigailpowell3577]

Beautiful views and music Mark 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Abigail, many thanks. Yes, the weather and the sunlight came out in good style. That music seemed to show itself. All the best. Mark

[@ootnboots]

Nice one Mark, stunning location and looked like the wind dropped in the morning. Good luck with the book bro and good news with the investment into the Wye clean up ...all good mate ..cheers Stevie

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Stevie, yes mate a fantastic valley and basin - your right the wind dropped. Ah, nice and fresh mind - we like that. Yes, fantastic with the Wye money. We'll see how it goes. Many thanks as always bro. Take care. Mark

[@alexmeredith7841]

I really enjoyed that, it comes across quite professionally. Interesting info as well.

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Alex, glad you enjoyed it mate and thought it well edited. Gotta represent the river. Pace dude. Mark

[@WalkWithWallace]

Been meaning to watch this one for a while. Lovely intro and narration Mark, an enjoyable video throughout. Good luck with the book too Mark, hope you find a publisher. 📕🤞🏼

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Robin-good to hear from you. I'm glad you enjoyed the intro - it was mellow. Yeah, a good camp and result with the photography. Thanks - selling the book now. All the best as always. Mark

[@WalkWithWallace]

@@WyeExplorer good to hear some positive news on the Wye too, hopefully lessons are learned,.

[@WyeExplorer]

@@WalkWithWallace For sure Robin - not sure it will be enough though but we'll see.

[@WalkWithWallace]

@@WyeExplorer got to be sceptical in case its green washing 🤨

[@WyeExplorer]

@@WalkWithWallace There's that Robin mate and there's the fact that 35 mil for a whole catchment sounds like nothing. Take care dude.

[@wozoutdoors1439]

good video, now the days are longer more chance to get out .i like them Biscuits as well .only problem i have is ,i will eat the whole packet. some great views there as well

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey there Warren, thanks mate - glad you enjoyed this one. Yeah, the season is upon us - more adventures eh? Ha, I do eat the whole pack. Re-the views I could have stayed for longer but I had an RV. Take care. Mark

[@ShameerShahProject]

Very cool Mark. Hope you enjoyed your camp. Nice to see you overnighting now 🤘☮️

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, thanks Shameer, I had an epic time out with nature and the views my friend. Yeah, a really welcome overnighter too. All the best out there bro. Mark

[@ShameerShahProject]

@@WyeExplorerI just watched it again. I think we need to do this one, one day. Would love to join you. May be a couple of nights in two different locations.

[@WyeExplorer]

@@ShameerShahProject Alright Shamer - I'd love to go out with you mate. The whole Upper Wye is interesting.

[@lifesahobby]

Hey Mark . What a dead end that is , beautiful stuff . Ive seen some mountain water recently that was so acidic it was bizarre . Left me with a contact burn on my hand , im not exactly sure it was the water , but i couldnt figure out where else i got the burn . Any experience with that ? Looked pretty knarly a spot to camp . But you got the best spot with the wind . So isolated though . Looking fit brother . With my tent im lucky i can open the top of the door to let air move around , i leave the door open . Ive had those flash back memories while camping , ckear defined jumps back 30 years . Surely a present from nature

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Owen, yeah a good time out - I got the views. Re-the water all was good. I had no side effects like you. For sure a baron top this but that dip was good-wind fierce on top. Yeah, keeping git - just gotta sought out my ankle for good - getting there. It's good to let the air circulate - usually leave the door open but it was gusty. Ah, the memories - nature helps. Thanks Owen. All the best. Mark

[@anitaevans2432]

Every time I see your fabulous videos (& many times in between) I desperately want to move back to my old home in the foothills of the Black Mountains. Welcome to the publishing saga Mark. I published my first novel last year & my second is slowly taking shape! I'm wishing you lots of luck with your book 😊

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Anita. Ah, it's a fine area as you know - no wonder it invokes them feelings. This was North of Rhayader mind you but similar landscape. Ha, yeah gotta sell the book now. I'm cool about that. Interesting to hear of your own writing. What's the book by the way? I'll look out for it. Me too - second on the way. All the best to us both. Take care out there. Mark

[@anitaevans2432]

Hi Mark, my novel is Fractured Lives by Emily Trisk. Haha yes, I used a pseudonym 😁

[@WyeExplorer]

@@anitaevans2432 Thanks Anita. I've just looked it up. It sounds a great read. I'll read it at some stage. I look forward to that.

[@anitaevans2432]

@@WyeExplorer Thanks Mark, that's really kind of you!

[@WyeExplorer]

@@anitaevans2432 A real pleasure Anita. Take care.

[@DesmondsDonders]

Lovely return, great the weather turned better for you. Hope you sort a publisher.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Dave, yeah a result on the weather and views. Thanks - just gotta get the book out there. All the best. Mark

[@ChrisJB]

Very interesting stuff Mark. I wonder what the name Gamallt means? Place-names fascinate me. £35 million dabs to clean up the Wye? I have to say, it sounds like drop in the ocean but, it is better than nothing. I don't know much about phosphates but surely what is most important is prevention of them entering the watercourses in the first place? And farmers are generally not very receptive to change! I find the mistreatment of landscapes and habitats utterly depressing and I do hope it will make a difference. Best of luck with the book too. Bye for now, Chris

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Chris, yeah a lot going on in this one names and all. I just looked up the etymology and Gamall means superlative. Perhaps it relates to its prominence. Re-the 35 mil I agree and even said is it enough? I don't think so. There will be a spending round of a few years but it will need to be renewed. Well, like you Chris I'm aghast at the waste and pollution - the buck stops with the consumer and the big companies marketing cheap meat. But yeah the farmers on the ground are the ones that have to stump up too. Thanks mate - the books being sold as we speak. All the best up there. Mark

[@PaulStephenOutdoors]

Fantastic views. Well worth the hike up there eh? All the best!

[@WyeExplorer]

They are good Paul. For sure a decent walk with a result. Mark

[@adamradford2285]

Got too much to say about this one .. wow it’s all about Gamallt man! What an awesome place , a hidden gem with insane views. You have inspired me to do it! Did you park at the Gilfach visitor centre? The walk up Moelfre on the opposite side looks cool too? Amazing how those two buzzards appeared when remembering Paul , how incredible and very moving. Good luck with your book, how interesting., is it fiction or biographical? I’ll buy a copy if it’s published. You say it’s your favourite place in the world, that’s a bold statement for someone who’s done so much hiking, but I could see it , don’t think I’ve seen you happier than that at the end of the video! Stuck at work on a late shift but all I can think about is Gamallt! Lol Best wishes

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Adam, yeah it's an incredible basin in the Wye Valley. It has to be said I went there, not just for the views, but for the soul too. It has a special place in my heart for obvious reasons. I don't own the land Adam - any of it but I'd like to ask you not to race up there. I've only just been there - give me chance to enjoy it and allow it to sink in for myself. I agree the Buzzards were amazing and that's my point - there's the sacredness of it. Re- getting there I walked from Rhayader. About the book. It's a biography about twins. It's called 'The Sight of Two.' It's a deep dive. Many thanks - I appreciate you bro and your enthusiasm but if we could slow it down there that would be cool. All the best. Mark

[@adamradford2285]

@@WyeExplorer Hi yeah , sorry think you’ve got the wrong end of the stick. I’m not going to rush up there anytime soon , but it would be good to go there someday as it looked great. As you say it’s a free country but yeah didn’t mean any disrespect.. sorry this went down the wrong way! I don’t have enough free time to travel up there anyway at the moment even if I wanted to …

[@WyeExplorer]

@@adamradford2285 As I said I appreciate you Adam bro - you're a good man. Yep, it's a free country and free will but we do like a bit of space and privacy sometimes although you have said a rush wasn't your intention. I'm happy to share Adam mate - take care.

[@adamradford2285]

@@WyeExplorer I respect you .. won’t head up there until next year. Plenty of other hills to do. Best wishes

[@WyeExplorer]

@@adamradford2285 Thanks Adam - same here for from me to you. I think that's what's needed in life compassion and respect. Have a great week my friend. Peace.

[@NorwayHikesTrails]

Nice video 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Many thanks friend. Take care. Mark

[@chrishomer]

Great spot out the window there mate, good to see you rewarded with those views, and good to see Paul’s tent out! No reason to go there? I have a reason… haha, looks great, have you put this on a newsletter or web page? Having trouble getting my head round the orientation in google maps. Best of luck with the book btw mate.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Chris, yeah a lovely little dip pout of the wind and the views were cool to-. Re-Paul's tent I love to use it. There's no way it's sitting at home. As for going there - give it a little time. I've only just been there and it's a special place. Thanks - the book is being sold now - we're in the publishing saga. All the best out there. Mark

[@LukeGoesOutdoors]

Lovely spot great video, good news for the wye, What camera do you use if you dont mind me asking cheers

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Luke, thanks mate - glad you liked this outing. For sure great news for the river. See how it unfolds. My camera is a Sony RX100 - a great camera for backpacking. All the best. Mark

[@LukeGoesOutdoors]

@@WyeExplorer Thanks all the best

[@sunshine-nu1df]

Stirring

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Tim, yeah very stirring on many levels. I hope you're well. Mark

[@WyeindependantMedia]

can we do a video about you ?

[@WyeExplorer]

You can but it all depends on what do you mean? What video? How? Message me via email - off the website or here. All the best as always. Mark

[@DaveGoodman1959]

Hi Mark That was such a lovely spot and I checked it out on the map. Good luck with the publication of your book. ATB 👍🏕️

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Dave, yeah a lovely spot and practical out of the wind. Thanks - selling the book as we speak. All the best up there. Mark

[@andrewnorris2]

When you said you had Paul's tent I immediately said to myself, 'I bet you can feel Paul's spirit in there.' And just then you said it. It is very satisfying to collect all the right equipment for wild camping and to use it all. Yes, the views were stunning. You were richly rewarded for your efforts. Glad to hear that the ankle is improving with every excursion. Thanks, Mark

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, thanks Andrew-this has appeared twice for some reason. See other reply. Many thanks. Mark