Harlech Castle: The Epic Fortress on the Welsh Coast
There are some places that just take your breath away, and Harlech Castle is undeniably one of them. I came…
Welcome to our guide to Wales, a land of ancient myths, rugged mountains, and a truly spectacular coastline.
From the epic ridges of Snowdonia and the dramatic peaks of the Brecon Beacons to the serene beauty of the Gower Peninsula, Wales is a paradise for walkers.
Here, we’ve gathered our favourite routes, taking you up iconic mountains like Tryfan, along the historic Llangollen Canal, and across the beautiful dunes of the Wales Coast Path.
Whether you’re planning a challenging mountain adventure or a peaceful coastal stroll, our guides are here to help you discover the very best of this incredible country.
Featured Wales Articles
A Welsh Coastal Walk – Prestatyn to Talacre Beach
I was ready for a new and wonderful adventure and walk. I was to take in a walk around the…
Westhills Coastal Cottage, Lydstep, Tenby
Don’t know about you, but the last few years have persuaded me that when it comes to holidays, there’s no…
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The Best Waterfalls in Wales: 7 Spectacular Walks You Need to Do
If there is one thing we get plenty of in Wales, it’s rain. But while a gloomy forecast might put…
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Dolgoch Falls: The Walk, Parking, and Steam Train Guide
There are waterfall walks, and then there are waterfall walks where you can arrive by a vintage narrow-gauge steam train….
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Conwy Falls: A Stunning Woodland Walk Near Betws-y-Coed
There is something undeniably magnetic about the village of Betws-y-Coed. Known as the gateway to Snowdonia (Eryri), it is a…
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Rhiwargor Waterfall: A Spectacular Short Walk at Lake Vyrnwy
If you ever find yourself driving the incredibly scenic perimeter of Lake Vyrnwy, it is very easy to get so…
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Melincourt Waterfall: A Spectacular Short Walk in South Wales
Sometimes, the most spectacular natural wonders don’t require a day-long hike or a rucksack full of supplies. Sometimes, you just…
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A Spontaneous Pembrokeshire Lunch: The Rowan Tree Café at Dewslake Farm
If you caught my recent article about our wanderings around the magnificent Carew Castle, you’ll know we worked up quite…
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Carew Castle & Tidal Mill: A Pembrokeshire Walk Through Time
When you spend enough time wandering the coastal paths and winding country lanes of Pembrokeshire, you quickly realise that this…
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The Green Bridge of Wales & Elegug Stacks: Nature’s Dramatic Masterpiece
If you follow my wanderings, you know I am gaining an enduring love for the Pembrokeshire Coast. But every now…
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St Govan’s Chapel: Discovering Pembrokeshire’s Hidden Cliffside Marvel
There is something truly magical about the Pembrokeshire coastline. The salty sea breeze, the dramatic limestone cliffs, and the endless…
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A Pembrokeshire Classic: Bosherston Lily Ponds, Barafundle Bay, and Stackpole Head
If you were to ask me to design the perfect six-mile walk in Pembrokeshire, Wales, I’d probably sketch out something…
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Walking Henrhyd Falls and the Nant Llech Trail: A Welsh Waterfall Wonderland
There is something undeniably magnetic about a waterfall. The distant rumble that grows into a roar, the moisture hanging thick…
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Hiking the Pen y Fan Horseshoe: The Ultimate Brecon Beacons Ridge Walk
If you mention walking in the Brecon Beacons—or Bannau Brycheiniog as we should rightly call it—most people immediately picture the…
