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Llanthony Priory to Knighton
- Difficulty
- Easy to Moderate
- Distance
- 42.1 miles
- Walking
- 5 Days
- Bed & Breakfast
- 6 Nights
- Grade
- Classic
Itinerary Details
- AccommodationHay on Wye
The day starts with a steady climb from the hauntingly beautiful priory up to Hatterall Ridge today. You’ll head north along the ridge, the highest point of Offa’s Dyke. Enjoy miles of flat, easy walking on this wide, wild ridge with huge views over the English borders as far as the Malvern Hills. Watch the wild ponies and tiny foals grazing along your route. You will be collected at Hay Bluff and transferred back to the famous book town of Hay on Wye for the evening.
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Llanthony Priory to Hay Bluff
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- AccommodationHay on Wye
Returning to Hay Bluff today you will descend steadily back into Hay on Wye over smooth grassy slopes, woodland walks and meadowland into Hay on Wye. Stroll through the charming town again and pick up some provisions for lunch. You will return again to wooded paths and fields with views to distant views of hills over the Golden Valley. You will soon see the Great House and church of Newchurch.
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Hay Bluff to Newchurch
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- AccommodationHay on Wye
From Newchurch the trail climbs again to Disgwylfa Hill with wide views on all sides. You’ll pass through Glasdestry village and head up to the famous Hergest Ridge above Kington scattered with sheep and ponies. Don’t miss the remains of a former racecourse marked with a curious collection of Monkey Puzzle trees. Look out for The Whetstone, a large glacial boulder and a local landmark.
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Newchurch to Kington
- AccommodationKington
You’ll start the day in England today and finish in Wales, crossing the Welsh Marches. As you head across Bradnor Green you cross the fairways of Kington Golf Course, the highest course in England. The Dyke will be clearly visible through some sections this morning.
Kington to Discoed
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- AccommodationKnighton
Today’s climbs include Furrow and Hawthorn Hill overlooking the site of the Battle of Pilleth in 1402. An easy descent brings you to Knighton, known in Welsh as Tref-y-Clawdd, or “The Town of the Dyke”. This town marks the middle of the Offa’s Dyke trail and is home to the Offa’s Dyke Centre, where you’ll learn everything you need to know about this ancient fortification. A fitting end to your holiday. You may want to enjoy an additional rest day here to explore.
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Discoed to Knighton
- AccommodationKnighton
Overnight locations and transfer arrangements may differ slightly from those shown, depending on availability.
What's Included
- Good standard accommodation at a mixture of guesthouses, farmhouses, local inns and B&Bs with en-suite or private facilities wherever possible
- Breakfast
- Luggage transfers
- Personal transfer between accommodation and path that form a part of our standard package
- Route planning
- Walk pack including Trail Guide and mapping, itinerary, accommodation directions and route notes, lunch and dinner information, restaurant recommendations and holiday planning details
Extras
Rest days/additional nights: Prices from £75 per person per night.Our recommended locations are Hay-On-Wye and Llangollen.
Upgrade options: Speak to our team to discuss upgrade options for this itinerary.
Walk Pack postage: Europe - to first night’s accommodation, Rest of World - £30 supplement, (UK is included in price).
Extra Walk Packs: can be requested, please see here for full details and supplements.
Bank Holidays and short notice bookings may incur extra charges.
Pricing
Jan 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026
£860
Per Person (Based on 2 people sharing)
£1250 Solo Traveller
£980 Single Occupancy
£75 Rest Days (Per person per day)