The river Severn is Britain’s longest river and one of the most beautiful. It rises in Plynlimon in the wild Cambrian Mountains, and then flows north eastwards towards England, through the market towns of Llanidloes, Newtown and Welshpool.

The Severn Way is one of the longest way marked walking trails in Britain, tracing a 210-mile (338km) route from source to sea. The river falls 1,500 ft (470m) during its first dozen miles, and new trails closely follow its course over Plynlimon and through the Hafren Forest.

Bridleways and footpaths are used to follow tributary valleys or to climb to ridge top view points. Having levelled off in an ever-broadening valley, the Severn Way follows the Montgomery Canal. Much of the route outside the larger settlements is on quiet paths and tracks, well away from public roads and motor traffic. It offers an ideal way to explore the towns and villages, history and heritage of Wales and England, whilst at the same time passing through some superb countryside.

Further details and official guidebook available from the website www.severnway.com