Glyndŵr's Way
Explore beautiful Glyndŵr's Way at your own pace on a full-length self-guided walking holiday. Accommodation, luggage transfer and custom holiday pack included.
Glyndŵr's Way
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A walking holiday tracing the history of Owain Glyndŵr through the spectacular landscape of Mid Wales.
From £485 per person
In the early 15th century, Owain Glyndŵr led an ill-fated rebellion against English rule. This superb walk through some of the finest scenery in Wales visits many of the sites connected with his campaign for an independent Welsh nation. Beginning in the old market town of Knighton on the English border, the walk enjoys a landscape of rich farmland, rounded hills, quiet forests, gentle riverbanks and hidden valleys, with excellent, far-reaching views throughout.
As well as many wonderful little settlements, Glyndŵr's Way boasts a wealth of amazing history to discover, with landmarks of interest including the ruins of Abbey Cwmhir and the magnificent Powis Castle.
Dogs are welcome on select routes along this trail. Look for the pawprint icon when choosing your holiday.
We also organise trail running holidays along this route. Find out more.
From £1190 per person
This walking holiday explores all 135 miles of Glyndŵr’s Way, taking in the magnificent scenery and expansive history along the entirety of the trail from Knighton in the south to Welshpool in the North, swinging in a wide arc through the beautiful landscapes of Mid-Wales.
The diversity of the terrain, the immersive culture of the Welsh settlements and the wealth of historic sites along this walk will no doubt make for a satisfying adventure for any walker regardless of their interests.
| Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLYW1 | From Knighton to Welshpool(L) | 9 days walking | £1190 | |
| GLYW2 | From Knighton to Welshpool(L) | 10 days walking | £1305 | |
| GLYW3 | From Knighton to Welshpool(L) | 11 days walking | £1425 |
| Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLYWSB | From Llanidloes to Llanbrynmair(L) | 3 days walking | £485 |
Travel to Knighton where your first night's accommodation will be booked
Knighton to Felindre(T). 15 miles (24km) / 2467 ft (752 m) ascent
Felindre(T) to Abbeycwmhir(L). 15.5 miles (25km) / 2356 ft (718 m) ascent
Abbeycwmhir(L) to Llanidloes. 15.5 miles (25km) / 2612 ft (796 m) ascent
Llanidloes to Dylife(T). 14.5 miles (23.5km) / 2697 ft (822 m) ascent
Dylife(T) to Machynlleth(L). 14.5 miles (23.5km) / 2283 ft (696 m) ascent
Machynlleth(L) to Llanbrynmair(L). 16 miles (25.5km) / 2949 ft (899 m) ascent
Llanbrynmair(L) to Llanwddyn(L). 18 miles (29km) / 2979 ft (908 m) ascent
Llanwddyn(L) to Meifod(L). 15 miles (24km) / 3612 ft (1101 m) ascent
Meifod(L) to Welshpool(L). 11 miles (17.5km) / 423 ft (129 m) ascent
Depart from Welshpool(L) after breakfast
This itinerary lists our preferred overnight stops for this tour. Sometimes there may be a shortage of available accommodation in a preferred location, in which case we will transfer you from the trail to your accommodation and back again at no extra charge. Overnight stops marked with a (T) will always require transfers as standard.
Overnight stops marked with an (L) have very limited accommodation, and therefore more often than not will also require a transfer, particularly on bank holidays and weekends. We will use non-transfer accommodation wherever possible.
The daily mileages quoted are average trail miles only and do not include the distance from the trail to your accommodation. We do not expect you to have to travel more than a mile from the trail to your accommodation in most cases; should your accommodation be further than this, transfers will be provided as standard if practical. A very limited number of stops will require you to travel on foot up to two miles off the trail, however these instances will be clearly communicated to you if applicable.
Further transfers may also be required due to some accommodations having a two-night minimum booking policy, especially at weekends.
Below are the additional costs that may apply depending on your requirements. Dog-friendly tours are subject to a Daily Dog Charge, which will be listed below if applicable. Our standard prices per person are based upon two people sharing a room; if you are on your own, or are part of a group but require a room of your own, then the Solo Traveller or Single Supplements apply respectively:
You can add rest days at any of the overnight stops:
Walking through a variety of landscapes, including rolling farmland, open moorland, heather-clad hills and forested pathways.
Learning about Owain Glyndŵr at the Owain Glyndŵr Centre in Machnylleth.
Spotting the variety of wildlife along the trail, including red kites, peregrine falcons, buzzards and the elusive red squirrel.
You can add rest days at any of the overnight stops:
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“Excellent organisation and choice of overnight stopovers. Too many highlights to say which section was best.”Mr Whitehorn, UK
“For hardy walkers, this is a quiet, fairly demanding walk and the scenery is second to none. I think we have already proved that we will book with you again by having easily reached double figures in booking.”Mrs Deadman, UK
“Glyndŵr's Way was a part of the UK I did not know previously. The scenery was very impressive. A hugely enjoyable holiday.”Mr Wilkinson, UK
“Number 2 in my top UK walks (after the Pennine Way). Great scenery, no crowds - only met 5 other walkers during the 9 days. Glorious.”Mr Thorp, Jersey
“Fulfilling hike with great countryside and remarkably friendly/chatty farmers. Hardly anyone else around so one for those who like to be alone.”Mr Wright, UK
“Very hilly route. The standard of accommodation was very good & everybody we met was friendly & helpful.”Mr Crook, UK
“Wonderful countryside, wonderful walking. Very good overnight stays. Baggage moved very successfully.”Ms Joseph, UK
Dog friendly