River Arrow Source Walk
A peaceful backcountry walk exploring the surprisingly dramatic source of the River Arrow, a tributary of the Lugg and ultimately the Wye. Starting from a small parking area near Llynheilyn Lake, just beyond the Forest Inn at Llanfihangel Nant Melan, the route heads into quiet open countryside typical of remote Mid Wales uplands.
The highlight of the walk is the river’s source itself: a striking deep, avocado-green ravine cut into the slopes of Gwaunceste Hill, an unexpectedly bold beginning for such a modest river. The surrounding landscape is gentle rather than mountainous, with rolling ground, open moorland and a strong sense of space and solitude.
Wide views unfold across Mid Wales, the Radnor Forest and, on clear days, toward the Black Mountains. With no steep summits but a remote feel throughout, this walk is ideal for those who enjoy quiet exploration, subtle landscapes and the origins of Britain’s great river systems.
The route is accessible via Bus - Hereford/Kington/LLandrindod Wells. https://tinyurl.com/439cbmdk Request stop is just beyond the Forest Inn (Kington-LLandrindod Wells) or LLanfihangel Nant Melan (LLandridndod Wells/Kington)
For more details, go to: https://www.wyeexplorer.co.uk/river-arrow-source-walk

River Arrow Source Walk