Caernarfon Castle: More Than Stone and Story in the Heart of North Wales
There are some places that photos and stories can never quite prepare you for. Caernarfon Castle is one of them….
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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…
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Flint Castle: The Forgotten First Link in the Iron Ring
Walk the sands of the Dee Estuary to the solitary sentinel where a King lost his crown. When people talk…
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The Legend of the Welsh Black Mountains
Another spontaneous day trip and our Sunday drive took us to the beautiful South Wales. The day began with a…
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Pen Dinas Hillfort, Aberystwyth: A Walker’s Guide to an Ancient Summit
From the moment you arrive in Aberystwyth, Pen Dinas makes its presence felt. It’s the great hill to the south,…
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Glyndŵr’s Way, one of the quietest National Trails
Glyndŵr’s Way is one of the quietest National Trails and I’m at a loss to know why. Perhaps it’s the…
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Four Seasons at the Hafod Estate, Pontrhydygroes
To be within walking distance of the Hafod Estate is the reason I chose to live in Pontrhydygroes, a small,…
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A Walk Along The River Ogmore and Merthyr Mawr
On a hot summer’s day I took a gentle walk along the River Ogmore and the village of Merthyr Mawr,…
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The Bronze Age, Submerged Forest, Borth Beach
For many years I have visited the legendary Bronze Age, submerged forest (radiocarbon dated to be circa 5,500 years old) located…
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Swansea: Walking the “Ugly, Lovely” World of Dylan Thomas
I’ve always loved a destination that makes you work a little for its affection. Swansea is exactly that. Dylan Thomas,…
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Marvel at The Mumbles, Swansea, Wales
The Mumbles, located in Wales, is a lovely destination that offers a unique blend of coastal nature, rich history, and…
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Step Down To Three Cliffs Bay: A Dog-Friendly Walk & History Guide
Standing at the top of the sand dunes with my twin Basset Hounds, Monty and Jasmine, looking down at the…
