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Following last year's walk along Offa's Dyke, I returned to Wales in 2026 to take on another National Trail, Glyndŵr's Way.
Over five days, I walked the southern section from Knighton to Machynlleth, crossing some of the most remote and scenic landscapes in Mid-Wales. Named after Owain Glyndŵr, the trail passes through rolling farmland, open moorland, forests and historic market towns, offering a demanding but rewarding route through the heart of Wales.
As with previous challenges, I completed the walk to raise awareness and funds for the ECMO team at Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital. Their expertise, dedication and life-saving work make a real difference to families facing critical illness, and I am proud to support them once again.
The original plan was to cover approximately 75 miles over five days:
Day 1: Knighton to Felindre (15 miles)
Day 2: Felindre to Abbeycwmhir (15.5 miles)
Day 3: Abbeycwmhir to Llanidloes (15.5 miles)
Day 4: Llanidloes to Dylife (14.5 miles)
Day 5: Dylife to Machynlleth (14.5 miles)
In reality, with additional mileage to campsites, shops and places to eat, the total distance covered was approximately 88 miles, with around 14,500 feet of elevation gain.
Although the daily distances were slightly shorter than some of my previous long-distance walks, this challenge allowed me to continue recovering from a recent knee injury while still experiencing one of Wales' most remarkable National Trails.
I've also created a slideshow of the journey, which you can view here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJ68TLfuADQ
Every donation, large or small, will help support the incredible work of the ECMO team and is greatly appreciated.