Blwch to Green Bottom

Today, we traveled to Barbara and Simons place at Littledean near the Royal Forest of Dean.
On the way we detoured a couple of times, firstly to get a photo of a very narrow bridge that we had to cross the previous day (7 foot max width) and secondly to Abertillery to see the Guardian of the Valleys, a 20m tall sculpture commemorating the Six Bells mine explosion that killed 45 miners in 1960. The statue is very imposing and impressive. The names of those killed are listed around the base of the statue. As well as the statue, there are a number of plaques providing an insight into the devastating impact that this accident would have had on the local community. A very moving memorial.
Then it was on to B and S at Green Bottom and a short walk along the River Wye and up to a lookout on an adjacent ridge for views of the river. The views were stunning. B and S do a lot of kayaking on this river.
Then it was back to Green Bottom for dinner and an early night.Read more