Pilgrimage has deep roots in both Wales and Herefordshire. Ancient churches, holy wells, and timeworn paths crisscross the borderlands. In Wales, pilgrim ways once led to St Davids and Bardsey Island. These routes drew seekers to places known as “thin” — where earth and heaven felt close. In Herefordshire, paths threaded through hidden valleys and ridgeways. They linked villages and market towns with small rural churches like Huntington or Old Radnor. Today, these pilgrim pat

Wild swimming spots on the England/Wales Borders

Talking to textile artist Katy Welsh in her home studio just outside Kington

Jeremy Atkinson is the last surviving clog maker in England. Based out of his workshop in Kington, he hand carves traditional wooden clogs.

"Do you have any walking recommendations?" This is the question we get asked the most, which is wonderful as we hope to attract guests...