Offa's Dyke Path National Trail

Is one of three such National Trails in Wales and twelve in England.

The Trail follows the aligmnent of the Offa's Dyke earthwork built by King Offa in the 8th Century during the Anglo-Saxon period of our history.

A challenging path along the English/Welsh border via Hay, Knighton and Llangollen. The trail passes 80 miles of the 8th century dyke and earthen wall built by the Anglo-Saxon King Offa of Mercia (757 to 796). 

Beginning at Chepstow, the path climbs a ridge and then follows the River Wye past the ruins of Tintern Abbey, then on to the fortified town of Monmouth with its Norman Castle and the famous Bridge Gatehouse. Ten miles further along the ruins of the moated 12th century White Castle are directly on the path. The path then continues out of Monmouthshire and continues through a variety of other Counties.  The final end of the path is at Prestatyn on the Irish Sea.. 

For guide books - see Publications

Also see the Offa's Dyke Path National Trail website. Further information is available on the web site of the Offa's Dyke Association.