Walk In The Wye Valley Via Monmouth, Redbrook, Offa's Dyke & The Kymin | Good Connections & Views

Walk In The Wye Valley Via Monmouth, Redbrook, Offa's Dyke & The Kymin | Good Connections & Views
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Join me as I walk up to the Kymin from Monmouth via the Wye, Redbrook and the Offa's Dyke. Along the way I talk about the tributary rivers the Monnow and Trothy and meet some cool people. It was a fine day capped off with some fine views of Monmouth and the surrounding countryside from off the Kymin.
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Thank you for watching.

[@WyeExplorer]

This was a good test walk for my ankle and shin punctuated by some really wonderful meetings with people amid the rivers and valley. I found the walk up to the Kymin outback pleasant. The view of Monmouth is outstanding. I recommend it to anyone.

[@Love.AnitaBlue717]

Incredible beauty! Happy your on the mend! xo

[@knucker4931]

A lovely walk with a bit of something for everyone. Glad to hear the leg is doing okay and stood up to the rigours of your walk. I think it very poor if folks have unsubscribed because of your struggles after losing Paul. I know from Alison dying a couple of years ago. It is definitely a good time to be out and about with everything so green and fresh. So that's a canoe club at Monmouth now. It was a rowing club when I used it as a get out place when canoeing years ago. Keep 'em coming Mark! Best wishes Al

[@WyeExplorer]

Glad you liked the walk Al. It was a tester and worked out. Yeah, loads have gone and never even subbed on account of where the channel went after Paul Al. It's been sad on many levels. Now, for give me is Alison family? I'm sorry if she is. I bet she liked the green and fresh. Oh, I meant to say Rowing club. Well, many thanks my friend. Take care. Mark

[@EventyrsorenDenmark]

Such a wonderful day for a hike along the rivers.Always nice to have water around you. Love the green forest with all the flowers. Have a great day.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey dude, yeah it was a nice day - some cool meetings along the watery way. It's all forest around here - all the way down the valley. Many thanks. mark

[@insideczechia]

Beautiful swan behind you nice sharing

[@WyeExplorer]

Yeah, it was alright. Cheers. Mark

[@NBNatureTrailvan]

Just a wonderful walk Mark. Good test for you mate. Topped off by that amazing view across Monmouth! Some great chats along the way and meeting some new and old friends. Great stuff. Agree with you on the Naval monument👍. Such a beautiful area! Relaxing watch as always. 👍👍👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Dave, thanks. Yeah it was a good test - still a bit sore but getting there. For sure decent views and decent people. Ha, monuments to empire everywhere and we're meant to be impressed. I'm impressed by the valley moreover. All the best out there. Mark

[@JimTimber]

Hey Mark bro ! That fortified bridge is awesome !! ..ha ha ! American people love to buy old UK bridges !!.. I think the old London bridge is in Arizona now !! Rest in Peace Paul !! I really like 'Paul's/Terry's' bridge too ! Awesome photo of your Dad and his Squadron !! What a shame some selfish people decided not to support you through a very tough time mate !! ..outrageous !! Bless your brother Paul.. he is watching over you my friend !..of that I am convinced !! Yes.. a massive hole in your heart from his passing but you will for sure learn to deal with his sad loss my friend.. time is the healer of all wounds so they tell me ! A wonderful trail Mark my friend !! Superb !!

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey Andy, yeah it is awesome - 1272 and the only one in Britain. Ha, the yanks didn't get this one. Ahh, Paul and dad - had to get a mention. Glad you liked the reflection on both. Yeah, it's been hard. I've been loosing subs by the bucket load and people have just looked and thought - naahhh. Thanks so much for your kindness Andy. For sure Paul is there - I feel not at time but I do see him. Glad you liked the trail - each one heals. All the as always best. Mark

[@JimTimber]

@@WyeExplorer I do believe that there is a problem with KZbin too bro.. people get unsubscribed by the Tube rather than them deleting the account.. I have had one American chap who has had to resubscribe to me about five times !! All the very best to you too my friend !!

[@WyeExplorer]

@@JimTimber That is the case Andy I agree but grief and the nature of my journey didn't help. I'm not whining bro I'm just speaking of a fact. Peace to you Andy - have a great day.

[@NorwayHikesTrails]

Great walk and tour of the place. Thank you for sharing 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there bro, many thanks. A pleasure to share. Mark

[@gerrymcveigh]

Mark, two years is alot of recuperation and patience to get that ankle and shin back to strength and hopefully meeting Jules was a good sign👍 Always cool to hear the conversations you have on the way and no surprise you had a conversation with Neill about loss and connection. Free water is a cool concept now that our water is in the hands of private companies meeting the needs of shareholders and not their customers👍 Dandelions and wild garlic are a good eat as well as the occasional daisy😊 Loved the art on the trees. Thirteen inns in one village sounds like it could easily be in Ireland😊 Lovely to be on this trip with you and on the wider and longer journey over the years👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi gerry, thanks so very much. Yeah, patience bro - that'll be the key. I love to chat as you know - remote is good but society is to - there's still good all around Neil included. Free water would change our culture wouldn't it? Would this be a delight to them? Not sure. Hey, I'll check the daises out next time. For sure the art was cool and oh man the valley would be a riot with all them pubs. Thanks for your kindness gerry. All the best over there. Mark

[@Love.AnitaBlue717]

Good morning, Mark.... The views are beautiful & just Incredibly breathtaking! I Love to listen to you... Happy your injury is healing & your on the mend.... Wishing you a safe & peaceful week. 💙

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Anita, glad you liked the Welsh views my friend. It is healing but still not right. Patience I reckon. I wish you a safe and peaceful week to. Love and peace to you always. Mark

[@Love.AnitaBlue717]

@@WyeExplorer yes, patince...not an easy one for me. ML 2 xo

[@wozoutdoors1439]

that looks a good hike ,some great views ,and also a nice and sunny day.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Warren. Yeah, it was an enjoyable one mate. Thanks for watching. All the best out there. Mark

[@wozoutdoors1439]

in the summer i might try and do some of the hills around there

[@PinetreeLine]

Great walk Mark! Lots to see and super interesting history as always. Super happy to support you in your journey through good and not so good my friend!

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey Doug, thanks my friend. Glad you enjoyed the mooch about and the history. So happy you're still here dude. I appreciate that. All the best as always. Mark

[@nigelharness9032]

Hi Mark, the first iron bridge you came across i thought thats old Railway and yes it was, love how you engage with people along the walk and get them on camera, as always you take us along tranquil rivers talking about your old adventures then at the end the round house with the views even if not as clear as you was hoping, you can always tell a good video because before you know it your at the end, this was one of them, nice positive vibe cheers nigel

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Nigel, oh yeah it's an old rail line as is the old viaduct there to. I think the social side comes from my mum and dad - they would always gave an open door. Glad you liked the old adventures and rivers. The Kymin was pretty good. Thanks for your kind words Nige. Good to know it flows. All the best. Mark

[@Ceolskog]

Good to see you on a big walk again, Mark. Thanks for the talks concerning the interesting history of the place. Following the walk a bit on Google Maps, haha!

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, Adam. I'm just warming up after two years of injury. It's feeling better. I'm glad you liked the history and followed. I'm on my first multi day this Saturday for over 2 years. I so look forward to seeing if everything is in working order. All the best bro. Mark

[@NicoleHikesalot]

That was a beautiful place. Great views of the river and where the two rivers joined. Meeting Neil and his dog was awesome and the old industrial parts. Loved the views and the bridge. ❤

[@WyeExplorer]

It is a beautiful area Nicole. Nice, green and wooded. Ah, the small Trothy. That's a lovely river to walk. Glad you liked the tour Neil, dog and all. Take care over there. Mark

[@solitaryrambler]

I had a great smile on my face Mark seeing the opening shot of you in front of the Monnow Bridge. I think you walked the same route moreorless to what I did back on 2018. Great memories of the Duke of Beaufort Bridge with Paul and your Dad. Really sorry to hear that you've lost subscribers Mark, shame that people are unable to follow your grief. I'm sure you will gain many more subs as there are clearly so many other who enjoy following your stories. Always love the way you meet folk on your walks, Neil at Redbrook and the lady who lived at one of the old mill cottages. Fab views from the Kymin of course, great place to end your day Mark. I really enjoyed that as always. Peace and take care down there. All the best 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

It's a fine bridge isn't it Patrick? And hey a fine route to? Yeah, had to give Paul and dad a shout out. Lovely memories. It is a reality Patrick - I have lost loads of subs and people have chosen even not to because of these last few years. It'll change as you say but I have seen what humans can be like. Then again I met some gooduns here. As for the views you know how good they are. Yeah, I enjoyed them. Thanks Patrick. Always good. Mark

[@Julianboundstaylor]

This brings back memories of my personal favorite video of yours from Monmouth the classic 'Brew in the loo' one. Take good care. Every day is a new beginning.

[@christopherellis2663]

Hi Mark, looks like another 90 to go for the 4K. Lovely weather, summer is here at last.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey Chris, yeah nice weather bro. What's the 90 - 4K? Cheers. Mark

[@thevalleywalker]

Hiya Mark, you only have to read through the number of comments on this posting it will show that there are people who still follow your journey through grief and whatever life chucks at us. I would say my friend that interaction through said comments is worth a lot more than faceless subscribers who don't interact? You have always interacted through other peoples channels I know as see your comments on ones I follow & from a personal experience it is always good to see comments from yourself when I have posted a video. Good to see you out n about and hope that your are soon back to full fitness. Oh conicidental to meet Jules at the start of your walk - that indeed seems to reaffirm that maybe the healing has gone through its course. I am certainy old enough to recall the foundations /water sources that used to be dotted about places and what a great idea that would be - I think there are still towns and do this. Neil couldn't have come across a better source for the the Wye Valley and it's source - hope he finds your site and devours your old videos, he will find it both interesting and informative. Lovely to see some wild garlic on your journey Mark. Cracking walk Mark and great place to finish your walk - hope the injury was ok. kind regards Alan

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Alan, I agree there are still old friends about from years ago and I'm grateful and for the new. But the point I was making was different - I was saying how it impacted upon the channel and it certainly has. But yeah, I count my blessings. Regarding water it would be a different culture if we had fountains - that goes against the grain of what we have now but it would be good. As far as Neil is concerned you know he's going to love Pumlumon and that part of Wales. Yeah, always up for the garlic on the move. Well, thank you for a great comment Alan. I appreciate it. I left one on yours not so long back. Well, take care out there. Mark

[@alisonfirmin8790]

Another good one Mark, really enjoyed watching and learning 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Alison, good to hear from you. Glad you enjoyed this one. Hopefully get Mark onto the trails at some point. All the best as always. Mark

[@360OutdoorAdventures]

Hi Mark, good to see your test walk well nice to see you out, buddy. Some nice points of interest along the way too. Those views looked great I can only imagine how it would look on a clear day. I can't believe it's over two years since you done that walk and dossed at that canoe center. That was a great series of videos. Atb, Garry

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey there garry, it sure was good to walk. Pleased you enjoyed the things along the way. I liked the rivers and Paul's brew spot. Yeah, them views are good on a clear day - I'll go again. Yeah, 2021 that Wye Valley Walk. Andy is in hospital at present - unwell mentally. I go and see him. Well, thanks my friend. All the best. Mark

[@ervinslens]

This is outstanding my friend, shots are just gorgeous here. 🔥🔥

[@WyeExplorer]

Thanks there bro. Appreciated. Yeah, it's a nice area. Mark

[@stricklyorganics9634]

Hey mark great to see you back out exploring..I’ve recommended your page to some like minded people who were looking for some inspiration…👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey there friend, many thanks for that. Not fully recovered but heading in the right direction. All the very best. Mark

[@noakeswalker]

Great walk Mark. Plenty of spots along there I have never walked ! You probably have spotted the roundhouse on the Kymin from the Skirrid ? It's a very white building on an easily identifiable hill and can just be picked out. The smoke and noise at Redbrook would have been repeated down the Wye at the Whitebrook and Angidy valleys, we often try to imagine what it would have been like back in 1600 with all that going on - SO different from today ! I think there was an active tinplate works (furnaces, rolling mills, and all that) at Redbrook up until the early 1960s ? Atb,, Dave

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Dave, good to hear from you. No, I've not spotted the roundhouse from off the Skirrid. I'll look next time. Yeah, there were far less trees many years ago also. I know you know the industrial history well. It can be hard to imagine. You may be right about the furnace. Thanks Dave. All the best. Mark

[@burningsandsexploration3711]

I always enjoy seeing your part of the world. This is an absolutely lovely walk.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Cindy-how you doing? Thanks for watching - so pleased you like out neck of the woods. It's a bit like your East coast. All the best. Mark

[@TerryMcGearyScotland]

We need these days. A boost to the spirits. Great that you’re back. Take care and don’t overdo it then.

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Terry. Yeah, a boost for sure - just itching to get going. Not fully healed but getting there. I will take care and yeah you're right about going steady. Mark

[@SetForAdventures]

Excellent walk that Mark always great to see a place I know a little about (that fortified bridge though 👍🤠) I felt your leg would be ok from the beginning mark with that meeting (a good sign 🙏🏼) I’ve never been up to the navel Temple that I must do this year stunning view too (Nelson took a trip to see this and his plack in 1802) he had such a good time he returned to Monmouth on his way back to London. It’s crazy to think how beautiful green wooded valleys where once polluted centres of industrial endeavour (same as the dales of Yorkshire) But have a great week and thanks for sharing this 🤠👍 Very best regards Simon 👍🤠 4K inbound 👍💪

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Simon, so pleased you enjoyed this one bro. Yeah, we do love the valley. It would be great to see you guys up there. Yes, I know he came down in 1802 - I mentioned that and the fact he called it, 'a little gut of a river.' Ha ha! Oh for sure it was very different back in the industrial day - hardly any trees apparently. Thanks, bro I will have a good week - you to. All the best. Mark

[@SetForAdventures]

@@WyeExplorer thanks Mark you too m8t 🤠👍

[@WyeExplorer]

@@SetForAdventures Pleasure Simon.

[@K9OutdoorsSearchTeam]

Stunning views, good sunshine, and a very nice walk, some lovely four legged friends too, shame about the one noisey bad behaved dog at the end. Owners need to know how to control their dogs. Hope the leg held up Mark? As for the subscribers that left due to you being open and honest about your grief during those tough times, you dont need them Mark, they are obviously ignorant. You carry on being the person you are my friend. Loved the video buddy. Atb Bill and his well behaved fur monsters.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey there Bill, glad you enjoyed the walk. Yeah they were noisy. The leg is better but has been a tad sore again. I've bit more to go. Patience! I agree bro - I don't need people who lack empathy in life. No loss! I will be me for sure. Thanks my friend. Catch you out there with the furry ones. Mark

[@FXWalesAnnaAlf]

That so sad that you've lost subscribers Mark for the reasons you mentioned. This was a beautiful 7 mile hike and strange that you met the guy that you met years ago at the time of your injury! That fortified bridge looked stunning where your dad used to practice demolishing , and great photo of Paul there too. Loved the river footage and the bluebells and I agree there should be an water fountain in all towns :) It was good to see the historic places like the roundhouse and the naval temple, and the views of Monmouth and the Wye bridge from above looking down on that canoe club you camped at ! Great look around and chat :) ~ Anna 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Anna, yeah it's been troubling to see how the world can be. But hey I can't stop them. It was a good hike and indeed odd to meet Jules. The spiritual twilight zone again. Ha, yeah he used to say he was off practicing blow that bridge up. Paul and I spoke about it then. Had to shout em both out. Glad you liked the river or rivers and for sure fountains would change things. It was good on the Kymin - not a fan of empire but great views. Well, thanks Anna - odd thing I just replied to another comment of yours about the shorts but I can't see it anywhere now. It is a strange world. All the best up there. Mark

[@filbritfrolics9315]

lovely, thanks for the tour :-)

[@WyeExplorer]

A pleasure. Glad you like dit. Mark

[@stephensmith4480]

Hi Mark, for a test walk, that was a good one. Some nice shots and interesting snippets of history along the way, I love it. That was a great picture of your Dad mate, some smart looking Lads there, would that be around the 70s, just looking at the uniforms? It`s a shame that people have left because of the reasons you mentioned, some people find it very difficult to deal with that sort of stuff but it comes to us all at some point and then you just have to deal with it, nobody knows that more than me, believe me and I know that it`s the same for you mate. They say what hurts us, makes us stronger, well lets hope so. Take it easy mate and enjoy this fine weather 👍👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Steve - yeah it was a good test but been a little sore so still a way to go. Patience! Glad you liked the pic of me dad. Yeah that was the 70's. They were a tough old school brigade. As for people leaving and not subbing I accept the loss. Hey, I have no doubts you have gone deep with it to. I don't know the story but I trust you bro. Peace and love to you. Yeah, if we survive deep anguish and pain then it can only make us strong. I will take it easy - you to. Mark

[@stephensmith4480]

@@WyeExplorer 💯% 👍

[@TheWrightLifeTravelChannel]

We love Monmouth! We were lucky to visit it a while ago!

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, that's good. It's a lovely town. All the best both. Mark

[@Adventures_with_Sog]

Nah then, up me duck. Really enjoyed watching this buddy and loved the info/history. Totally agree with what you said about fountains, such a shame so many have gone... but sadly we could say the same for so much. Ay a good 'un me owd 👍🙂

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey dude, glad you enjoyed this outing. Yeah, being able to dip your head and drink on the street would be an amazing cultural shift - to much for the money makers. Cheers bro. Mark

[@patrickevans8940]

Good to see you back out again in the great outdoors Hopefully more to come all being well for you

[@WyeExplorer]

Ho Patrick, thanks. Yeah, steady as it goes - it's been a tricky injury. I have plans outdoors - hopefully they work out. All the best. Mark

[@anthonypayne1]

A pleasure as always to follow you Mark, a beautiful hike and great craic with the lovely people you meet on your journey. Fingers crossed for your ankle, and look forward to many more videos. Atb Anthony👍👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Anthony, good to hear from you. Glad you liked the hike - a tester. A bit to go but getting there. As for the craic - for sure it was a joy to meet the guys out and about. Many thanks. Take care up there. Mark

[@AdventuresThings]

I love all the history there, but even more I love those views. Great work Mark, take care of yourself over yonder buddy.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Mike, Yeah, there are some things go back a bit. Glad you liked it and the views - very bucolic. Cheers there bro. Mark

[@BackpackerDiaries]

Happy to be catching up on your adventures with Wye Explorer here Mark as I'm a bit behind it seems. Really enjoyed the people and places you met on this hike as always. As far as the historical sites and dedications etc, I would hope they still have value in showing us the way we were and how we might do better in the present and future. All the best from Utah

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Amos, thanks for popping in my friend. A simple short one this but valuable in terms of seeing where I was at and yeah met some good people and got to learn a thing or two. For sure perspective for the future. Thanks again Amos - all the best. Mark

[@smoggiewalks578]

Glad to see you back out again Mark. Hope ankle and shin held out. Great views and shared history ATB Martin

[@WyeExplorer]

Thanks Martin. Yeah, it turned out alright - bit sore later but heading in the right direction. Glad you liked the views and history. All the best. Mark

[@mycolliesandme268]

That was a pleasure to watch Mark, it's a lovely land we live in. Thanks for showing this. I remembered instantly the canoe club,from other videos. Good that you are on mend and getting around again. Much enjoyed, take care ATB 😊👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Glad you liked this one Steve. A pleasure to share our wonderful home region and them memories of dossing down. I am mending but still feel sore - I have a bit to go. All the best. Mark

[@WyeindependantMedia]

amazing work

[@WyeExplorer]

Many thanks. Take care. Mark

[@KeiteiVentures]

Hopefully you've come full circle now you've met your friend again, I would take it as a good sign :) Beautiful scenery!

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Keitei, well not full circle yet. A bit more healing to go. Yeah, the whole valley is beautiful. You'd enjoy it. All the best. Mark

[@MarksGoneWalking]

Hi Mark - what a great walk; some interesting facts along the way. That village with all those pubs can you imagine what a busy pace that must have been. I probably wouldn’t have found my way out again 😂. That was nice to hear how pleasant that valley is now as opposed to how it used to be back when the coppers works used to operate. Just a thought about growing your subscribers - I got talking to a fellow tuber in work and he advised me to push some of my footage through shorts - since doing it for 3 months my subs went up by 500. I appreciate it’s a different dynamic from long format videos; but you can remix from existing videos and I know you have a lot of really good material; that would bring people to your channel; Just a thought; good to see you out and about again and sharing your thoughts about the world around; always enjoy your videos. Onwards and upwards. ATB Mark.

[@WyeExplorer]

Ha ha, you and me both Anna apart from the fact I'm sober now. Yeah, the whole valley was almost treeless Anna. It didn't at all look like this back in the day. Interesting about the shorts. I'll bare that in mind although the point I made was different. But thanks. Glad you enjoyed the outing - just warming up again Anna. All the best. Mark

[@colin125gwr]

nice one

[@WyeExplorer]

Cheers Colin. All the best. Mark

[@deandunbar8856]

Hope your well Mark great to see you improving always learning Have a Blessef Day...😁✌️🤙

[@WyeExplorer]

I'm good thanks Dean. Yeah, heading in the right direction. All the best out there. Mark

[@saunteringsapsfords]

Glad to see the injury held up Mark.not been up the Kymin since I was a kid,grew up in the forest of Dean,and the old metal railway bridge brings back some memories of my dad and I fishing near there on the river.good luck with the 4k subscribers target, all the best.

[@WyeExplorer]

Well, it was a tad sore later but heading in the right direction. Great to hear of your youth. They sound great times in the area. Thanks for the encouragement bro. All the best out there. Mark

[@straightouttacornwall]

Always nice to see that part of the world. I'm glad you're leg is getting better and just in time for the summer as well :)

[@WyeExplorer]

Glad you liked the reminder of the valley bro. It is beautiful. Ankle/shin a bit sore later but getting stronger. Patience! All the best. Mark

[@davidhunt1917]

I'm sitting here in my shed in walsall watching your video. It's thundering lightning and lashing down. Managed to get out for walk with the dog this morning. Walking is a great relaxent for me. Just got a brew on, great video beautiful scenery. 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Dave. Thanks for watching mate. Good to hear of your shed, the thunder and walking endeavors. Take care out there. Mark

[@davidhunt1917]

Cheers Mark.

[@MiriamKennedy]

Good to see you again Mark - no debate from me 😎 So how did the body react to its outing?? I hope you feel it’s getting back to a place that you’re able to do as you might like with it! 🤞 Lovely to see your conversations along the way and I kept imagining you having a mainstream Tv show doing what you do…I don’t even watch Tv but I could imagine you having a wide and happy audience enjoying your chats and nuggets of history and commentary. Some lovely sights you shared with us!! 🤗

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Miriam. The body was good the ankle/leg a bit sore. Bit otherwise promising. Yeah, I always enjoy the chats. Jules and Neil were cool guys. Who knows may bump into Jules again. That was was far out. As for the show I'm not sure about that. If the channel improves I'll be happy. Glad you liked the sights. All the best over there. Mark

[@petershores]

Again so wonderful catching up with you again on your travels - I never unsubscribed but got caught up in other things but no more. Your style of presenting reminds me of Jack Hargreaves of “Out of Town” fame but without the pipe!

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Peter, good to hear from you and thanks for your kind words. Yeah, I know the Jack Hargreaves series - that's a nice comparison. Thanks. Mark

[@blueboy231]

Great vid m8. well done.

[@WyeExplorer]

Cheers there dude. Glad you liked it. Have a great week ahead. Mark

[@saunteringsapsfords]

Hi Mark, just watched this one again, we had a weekend in Monmouth, in our motorhome, on Monmouth caravan park,not far from the mono bridge, on the Rockfield Rd,. Noticed this time we could see the round house on the Kymin, from our window, I've not been up there for probably 50 years,I think we could see the caravan site on your footage from the Kymin.I do love Monmouth, I have a lot of memories from my childhood, fished along the river,and remember the old iron rail bridge. and I don't think it has changed much in that time.anyway look forward to your next one bro.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey there bro, good you came back to this one and hey good you came back to Monmouth. Yeah, I love Monmouth - for a small town it's busy and of course it's pretty. Good to hear of your childhood. It's always nice to activate them memories. Well, have a great week ahead. Mark

[@thewanderingforester]

Not been to the Kymin for ages, I'd forgotten how good the views are Definitely a walk I should do. Nice video

[@WyeExplorer]

Yeah, it's pretty pleasant up there Roger. Just seeing how my leg is doing. See you on the Kymin then. Mark

[@DesGreene]

Hi Mark. Really interesting and picturesque walk! You definitely sounded upbeat at being able to get out for a decent hike again! 😁 That bridge at the start is something special isn't it? What a piece of history! All the best and take care👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there des, yeah it's good in the valley. Woodland for at least 12K. As for the bridge it has memories and is unique indeed. Many thanks. Mark

[@DrunkOnWanderlust]

I definitely want to do the eye valley walk next year! 😃🙌 def was a sign that you met your friend x I live the interesting facts along the route x glad you took the time to let yourself recover properly

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Kerry. Yeah, you'll enjoy it. It passes through various spaces and terrain. Oh for sure higher forces at work there. Hey, glad you like the facts and or stories. Well, not full healed - a little more patience. All the best out there. Mark

[@MaxandKalisAdventures]

(Great Video Mark) .Glad youre ankle and shin getting better :) Miss the Camping part myself to with not being able to lift heavy stuff for long ,No one to share the weight with to nowadays . Still recovering from my treks in London and Cornwall haha. ATB Max

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Max, it is getting better but it still gets sore - I've bit to go. Ah, sorry to hear about the camping. I'm thinking about super minimal at the mo to get out there. Something to think about. Go steady - recover well. Thanks my friend. All the best out there. Mark

[@atrampinthehills.841]

Now thats entertainment...good to see you back out walking pal.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, Steve. Thanks. Glad it was a good one. Yeah, back out but not fully fit yet. Cheers buddy. Mark

[@JimTimber]

I knew a tin miner from Cornwall many decades ago.. he was a surfing buddy's grandfather.. and we used to get pissed and listen to his stories from the past.. really wonderful memories !! Ramsons are an awesome munch !! Yes.. beautiful valley bro !!

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, Andy that's great bro. Love them old boys eh? For sure that garlic gives you a boost. All the best. Mark

[@JimTimber]

@@WyeExplorer In Poland garlic is used with warm milk to cure a cold.. quite revolting but it does actually work !! lol Have a great week Mark bro !!

[@WyeExplorer]

@@JimTimber A good revolting Andy if we can have that. I will have a good week - you to.

[@davidroberts5175]

Superb watch bud . thanks . Peace

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Dave. Glad you liked this one mate. Take care up there. Mark

[@ridesrambles8903]

A good film bud, a nice balance of the personal and historical and often healing to be found in the wilds. Hope your not suffering too much after the exertion.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey bro, thanks. Glad you liked the balance in it. I did feel a bit of zen out there. I was OK although a little sore. Still working on it. Mark

[@JimTimber]

The Naval Temple and Roundhouse are awesome.. yeah I'm not a Warlord either.. but the monuments are interesting !! ..23:40 'Aeroplanes by influenza !!' lol

[@WyeExplorer]

Well, their both still there Andy. Ha ha, yeah a tongue twisting moment. Peace bro. Mark

[@NorthwalesBushcrafters]

Lovely walk matey glad to see leg’s doing ok 👍 ATVB Trev

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Trev. Not out of the woods but getting there bro. Yeah, it was a good walk. Mark

[@t_poutsider]

Cracking video Mark as always my friend. good to see you out enjoying the walk now your shin has improved. I love the photo of your dad and the story with the bridge, looks like Lofty on the far right also 👍Such a beautiful area with lots of great sights. Take care matey.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Tony, thanks mate glad you enjoyed this tester of an outing. Yeah, had to give dad a shout out. No, Lofty's not in this one. He was A Sq but went over to B Sq. You're right the area is a wonder and very beautiful. You'd enjoy it. All the best bro. Mark

[@t_poutsider]

@Wye Explorer Hi Mark, I believe it's Mr McAleese i was thinking not Lofty, it's the tash. I'd love to get some time off and visit the area but I might not want to leave 🤣👍🏕

[@lifesahobby]

Great bit of shooting . And that reflection momemt at the bridge .. felt like you were letting go a bit . That was a really interesting walk about. .. youre like a walking history book 😂 Seems so much of history is people duing for one reason or another

[@WyeExplorer]

Thanks dude - appreciated. I've been letting go in so many areas and yet not. Paul with be with me till the end of days. Glad you liked the walk. Yeah, I read a fair bit before coming out instead of using a smart phone. Take care bro. Mark

[@ShameerShahProject]

Hey Mark, great video. That's some good insight into the history of the route and its surroundings. Good to see you back out on the trail testing yourself. I hope your shin held up alright to the end. Peace!

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Shameer, glad you enjoyed the walk and the stories. My ankle and shin (old in jury) are getting stronger but still I have to be patient. Thanks bro. All the best. Mark

[@ShameerShahProject]

@@WyeExplorer that’s very good. Glad to see you out on the trail. Meeting your friend two years since the injury is very good karma too. There’s healing forces at play all the time and as we speak!

[@WyeExplorer]

@@ShameerShahProject There are healing forces at play and little nudges for sure Shameer.

[@WebbysWalks]

Great walk. I love seeing this area as it's somewhere I've never really walked. I only recognise the view at the end, looking down onto the A40 at Monmouth, a road I have used a lot recently for work. Thank you for taking us on the journey. I'm sorry to hear about your brother. It sounds like you have some great memories. All the best, Webby 👍🏻

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Webby, glad you liked clocking the area bro - it is a wonder and well worth exploring next time you're in the area. A pleasure to share. That's OK about Paul - yeah we had some great times in life. Many thanks. Mark

[@WebbysWalks]

@Wye Explorer Yes, walking is a fairly new thing for me, so there's many places to explore. The closest I have been is probably the Forest of Dean, we did stop near Symonds Yat once on a random drive, but car parks were full.

[@ChrisJB]

What a splendid bridge and imagine bumping into the chap who was there at he start of your shin issues.....a bit of full-circle 'closure' perhaps? I also concur re the fountains....we need them back. I noticed a lot of birdsong on the walk which is always a pleasing accompaniment and of course a bit of foraging adds a nice touch too. In fact I have been a fan of these foragers for a good few months now and they are based in Herefordshire. You might recognise some of their locations: www.youtube.com/@WildFoodUK1 You live in a very beautiful and interesting part of the world Mark. Best wishes, Chris

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Chris, for sure a great bride for bridge geeks. As for the chap that was cosmic for sure. Fountains would make a difference. I agree the bird is a lift - I was more into the water though. Thanks for the share - there in Byford in the Wye Valley. It is a great part of the world. I would have shared a lot more of it this last two years. My injury? It's a very bad old one - it's been complicated down there. Still a work in progress. Thanks Chris. All the best. Mark

[@ramblebob1]

Hi mark, just catching up with some videos, been a bit busy! Good to see you getting out after your injury. It certainly looks like a good hike. Also crazy to hear you lost subscribers after your loss.

[@WyeExplorer]

Thanks Chris. Yeah, getting fitter after a long time out. A decent first trail back to. It's been sad but that's what happened - people had little patience for grief. All the best. Mark

[@mattimatkalainen]

Funny coinsidence; one of the largest rivers in southern Finland is called Kymijoki

[@WyeExplorer]

Not sure I get that. I mean we have no relationship as such. All the best out there. Mark

[@mattimatkalainen]

@@WyeExplorer Just ponited out the accidental similarity in Kymin and Kymi-joki (Kymi-river).

[@WyeExplorer]

@@mattimatkalainen You used the word coincidence. We usually associate that with something we've been having a relationship with otherwise it's random.

[@mattimatkalainen]

@@WyeExplorer Aah ok, english is foreign language to me so sorry for the mistake.

[@WyeExplorer]

@@mattimatkalainen That's Ok mate - I was a bit confused.

[@bigdogcountry1693]

🐺🐾👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Cheers dude. Mark

[@DesmondsDonders]

That meeting cannot be just a coincidence, what a great start to the walk. It was great seeing you out and about. How was the ankle after the Test?

[@WyeExplorer]

Just what I thought Dave. It was a spot on meeting. The ankle? Getting there but a little sore after. All the best. Mark

[@christophergriffiths4646]

Great vid Mark and looked like a very enjoyable walk .I did laugh to myself when you mentioned the rowing club , back in the days of Monmouth comp we all used to meet up under the club and have a sly fag before school😂 hope the ankle is feeling better pal

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Christopher. Glad you enjoyed the walk bro. Ha, yeah I can see you lot there. In fact, my last time under there I was joined by a bunch of kids. Seems they still gather there. The ankle/shin are getting stronger but still a bit of a way to go. All the best. Mark

[@TheBugOutShop]

Great video Mark, great to see you out and about and really enjoyed the content especially to snipped about your Dad. You are correct about Pumlumon but it is pronounced Pimlimon as the U in Welsh is pronounced as the i in English easy to be confused as f is pronounced as a V, ff is pronounced as a f, dd is pronounced as a th , si is pronounced as a sh, w is pronounced as a oo, and most cant pronounce CH and LL .

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, glad you liked the vid and the bit about my father. He was a good man. Thanks for the heads up on Pumlumon. I know about the Ff but the others are new. I shall practice. Thanks dude. Mark

[@christopherellis2663]

Defenses against France and Spain

[@WyeExplorer]

That's true but they were part of the empire struggle. Peace. Mark

[@thehoodedmansbushcraft2403]

hi Mark have you ever heard of the african host spider? i was getting chewed up by one in my ears and i thought that the process had started in my stomach, and chesterfield royal has had me sectioned, i went in in a life death emeregency predicament. there having me called all sorts, trying to get me kept in stabbed, allsorts, please help. and let the bushcraft community know these spiders are here

[@WyeExplorer]

Sorry to hear of your battles mate. Yeah, the spiders are there. Just don't give em the power. Take care. Mark