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Wye

Welcome/Croeso to the home of Wye Exploring

The spectacular river Wye is appreciated for its deep vales, market towns and classic river Wye views. But there's more to discover about the Wye. Here we uncover and explore what's behind its majestic flow. There you’ll discover further spectacular rivers, enchanting sources, rugged mountains feeding the river and deeply rural settlements speaking the language of the Wye’s gentler waters. Walkers of the Wye and nature lovers we can't get enough of the river and catchment and go with its flow whenever we can. To learn more about us click here to quickly start exploring the Wye Basin browse below.

Quick Facts

Swan on tyhe river Wye in the Lower Wye Valley in the Wye Valley A.O.N.B
The Wye is an SSSI site of Special Scientific Interest
The mouth of the river Wye by Philip Halling geograph.org.uk
The Wye flows into the Severn Estuary at Chepstow
The river Wye in the Lower Wye Valley in the Wye Valley A.O.N.B
The Wye is the UK's fourth longest river with no barriers 
River Wye facts. The river Wye is a Welsh and English river.
Starting in Wales the Wye is a Welsh and English river 

8 Classic Views

Whilst hiking the Wye from source we have come across some pretty epic views. Scientifically proven they say 'awe' is good for us and we couldn't agree more as a great view makes us feel that life is fantastic in every way. If you're after views that make you feel great then click here for 8 inspiring Wye Valley views that definitely hit the right spot. 

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19 river Explores
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The Wye basin is made up of 18 main river tributaries all inspiring and worth exploring with one main channel the Wye. Click above for the rivers and walk diaries.

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The Wye Environment

The Wye is in danger from pollution and high Phosphate levels. We want to make some changes. To see what's happening click Environment to enter the debate and Join the campaign.

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Wye Mountain Ranges

The Wye catchment or basin is made up of three distinct mountain ranges and numerous high summits exceeding 700 meters. Click above to explore them.

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Wye Basin Trails

We've hiked all Wye rivers from source. Covering nearly 700 miles we've enjoyed every one. It's time now to explore the trails that intersect the Wye Basin. Some are national trails others are less well known. Click here to see the list of trails that are waiting for you to explore to.

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Thumbs Up For The Wye

What did one of the worlds greatest survival experts 'Lofty John Wiseman' and said to be the worlds greatest living explorer Ranulph Fiennes say about the Wye and the simple act of exploring it? Check out the link below to find out.  

WYEMOTION

The upper Wye is home to the Plynlimon/Pumlumon massif, which feeds the Wye. Leading up to the massif is the Wye Valley Walk that takes you through the Wye Valley amid forest and farmsteads that have stood the test of time. Plynlimon/Pumlumons interior is obscured from the world of the lower valley where Llangurig and Rhayader go about their business. In this short 3 minute video we capture the area evocative in every way. Enjoy!

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