Offa’s Dyke: Accommodation in Hostels and Bunkhouses
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Offa’s Dyke Path is a long-distance trail that follows the ancient border between England and Wales, stretching 177 miles from Sedbury Cliffs near Chepstow in the south to the coastal town of Prestatyn in the north.
In places the route traces the historic earthwork built in the 8th century by King Offa of Mercia. Along the way, it follows the Rivers Severn and Wye, winds through tranquil farmland, rolling landscapes, and crosses the dramatic Black Mountains and the Radnorshire and Clwydian Hills.
Independent hostels provide comfortable overnight stops along the route. For maps and planning tips see the LDWA website
Accommodation on Offa's Dyke
Accommodation on Offa’s Dyke Long Distance Walk
The Offa’s Dyke path runs the length of the border between England and Wales. Starting from Sedbury Cliffs near Chepstow in the south to Prestayn in the North. In parts the route follows the Dyke or embankment built by the 9th Century King of Mercia; Offa, to protect his kingdom from those on the welsh side of the border. Offa’s Dyke long distance trail is 177 miles long and usually takes around 2 weeks to walk.
The Route
The route is mostly walked from South to North with walkers starting at Sedbury Cliffs on the River Severn close to Chepstow. The route then heads north from Chepstow following the River Wye for a time to Monmouth. The path then takes in the peaceful farmlands of Monmouthshire and the Black Mountains to Hay on Wye. Walkers often break up this high hilly section by staying at Lanthony and The Wain House just 1km from the path is a great place to do this. The next section is less well provided for by Independent Hostels but the Long Distance Walkers Association and the National Trials websites have details of options of YHA and B&B hostels.
Offas Dyke path winds its way through Powys and the Herefordshire border to the market towns of Kington and Knighton, and the historic town of Montgomery. The path then heads through the Wales and Shropshire borders to the town of Trevor near Llangollen using both the Montgomery and Llangollen canals at points on the walk and crossing the historic Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. Walkers can make a short detour into Llangollen and stay at the welcoming Llangollen Hostel. Then head on to the next section of the Offa’s Dyke walk. After Llangollen, the walk enters the Clywdian Range. Most of the rest of the walk is on a heather-clad ridge with fantastic views of both sides of the border until the descent to the coast at Prestatyn. The heather looks especially good in August.
Offa’s Dyke connects with the Wales Coast Path creating a circular route around the edge of Wales.
Full details of both these routes can be found on the LDWA website.