Glyndwr's Way - Circular and Linear Walks

A wonderful short walk created as one of a set to celebrate Glyndŵr's Way 20th anniversary. This 7.25 mile (11.75 km) walk can be walked in either direction and is a great section of Glyndwr’s Way, as it swoops around the hills, along grassy bracken pathways and peaceful tracks.

This short circular walk is one of a set created to celebrate Glyndŵr's Way 20th anniversary. It takes you along the Clywedog reservoir dragon’s back ridge giving spectacular watery views. It is 5km / 3 miles long.

A special walk created as one of a set to celebrate Glyndŵr's Way 20th anniversary. Turn this in to a circular walk by taking the train from Knighton to the picturesque station at Llangunllo and then walking back. This 7.5 mile / 12km walk is a mix of peaceful country lanes and grassy tracks with views of hills in the distance.

A linear route that is best accomplished by using local bus services. Wander across grassy hills grazed by sheep, enjoying fine views of the Dyfi Valley, with the Snowdonia National Park beyond. Look out for interesting old mills beside vigorous rivers while passing through the little villages of Abercegir and Penegoes. Distance: 9 miles/14.6 km Start Grid Ref: SH 82044 04407 What3Words: leaky.zipped.civil

Walk a section of one of Britain’s most beautiful and longest rivers. With its wealth of history, wildlife, flat surfaced paths and lack of stiles it's the perfect place to bring the family and your dog.

Start in Newtown and arrive in Welshpool 14 miles later. You can hop on the bus or take a train to get back to Newtown or if you're up for a challenge pick up the Glyndŵrs Way National Trail.

Find out more on the Visit Wales website.

Steadily gain height on the Glyndŵr’s Way over commons and wildflower meadows. Then enjoy a gentle riverside return on the Anne Griffiths Walk, named after the famous 18th century hymn writer who made her home in this area. Distance: 6 miles/9.5 km Start location: Dolanog car park Start What3Words: dustbin.petulant.steadily

A splendid walk over hills and moors, best accomplished on a fine, clear day. Visit a Roman fortlet and enjoy the same views that the Romans had of mid-Wales. Pass old mining sites and the lonely moorland lake of Glaslyn. Pass remote hill farms and the tiny village of Aberhosan. Climb to a remarkable viewpoint on a mountain road. Distance: 11 miles/17.7 km Start Grid Ref: SN 86212 93956 What3Words: pine.hiring.bottom

Leave lovely Knighton and trace the famous earthwork of Offa’s Dyke over the Shropshire Hills. Cross the verdant valley of the River Teme and follow the Heart of Wales Line Trail from Knucklas, climbing steeply back into the hills. Link with the course of Glyndŵr’s Way to walk through a pleasant woodland on the way back to Knighton. Distance: 7.4 miles/11.9 km Start Grid Ref: SO 28450 72488 What3Words: aced.pushy.dimension

Leave the lovely town of Machynlleth to climb steeply into the hills at Parc. Consider making a short detour to Llyn Glanmerin, or simply link with the course of Glyndŵr’s Way and follow it over the hills. A gradual descent, taking in the Roman Steps, leads to a splendid park on the way back to the town centre. Distance: 3.6 miles/5.75 km Start Grid Ref: SH 74815 00829 What3Words: extremely.opposites.absorb

Walk out of historic Machynlleth to explore the nearby countryside, following tracks and paths into forested hills. Link with the course of Glyndŵr’s Way and maybe make a short detour to the scenic Llyn Glanmerin. Glyndŵr’s Way is clearly waymarked and leads down from the hills, passing through an interesting park to return to town. Distance: 6.5 miles/10.4 km Start Grid Ref: SH 74815 00829 What3Words: extremely.opposites.absorb

A gentle outward journey to Pontrobert on the Glyndŵr’s Way along the wooded river Vyrnwy. Return by the more strenuous, undulating Ann Griffiths Walk on the opposite side of the river. Distance: 7 miles/11.25 km Start Grid Ref: SJ 0659 1282 What3Words: inferior.hindering.pizzas