Day 25 Pandy to Hay on Wye

Today we were on Offa’s Dyke path again. Great views. Today started with a big climb and then it was a walk along the ridge. It was quite windy on the ridge, but the weather was lovely and sunny. We found a sheltered spot for lunch and there were some sheltered spots along the way with great views where we took a break. Towards the end of the walk we had a stand of with a herd of cows, there was a small bridge across a stream that we needed to cross but the cows were guarding it at the other end and would not move. There was us and about 6 other hikers all debating how we could cross, in the end we climbed a gate into the neighbours field, ran round the edge of that and climbed another gate to get back on the track and avoid the cows. Luckily we all managed to get through. The cows won that battle. Then it was a nice stroll into Hay on Wye, which is a lovely town and especially in today’s sunshine. Then on to our camp for tonight, Radner’s End, just outside the town.
PS We nearly got blown off the ridge. We were on top of the Brecon Beacons for about 12 miles. Has to shelter behind a wall for lunch.Read more