Description
A historic National Trail through varied landscapes.
The Offa’s Dyke Path follows the border region between England and Wales from south to north. Along the way, the terrain transitions between river valleys, agricultural land, hills, and open heights. The historic border embankment provides a clear framework for the journey, while small towns and villages offer natural stops along the route.
283 kilometres with multiple itinerary options.
The guide describes the route from Sedbury near Chepstow to Prestatyn in twelve stages. Alternative suggestions allow for adjustments to pace and daily distance. The included separate map booklet displays the entire route on 1:25,000 OS maps, while stage descriptions assist in understanding route choices and terrain before setting out.
Assistance with accommodation and stage planning.
The book provides practical advice to help link hiking days into a continuous journey. Hay-on-Wye, Welshpool, Oswestry, and Llangollen are among the locations along the route. Information on landscape and history offers further reasons to take breaks and explore the surroundings.
Who is this book for?
The route is suitable for experienced hikers seeking a long-distance walk without technical climbing. Certain stages are long, and mountain and moorland sections require sound judgment in poor weather. A realistic itinerary is essential for the experience. The Black Mountains and Clwydian Range should be approached with particular care in winter conditions or poor visibility.
A long tradition of hiking guides.
Cicerone has published guidebooks since 1969. The publisher emerged from a community of climbers and mountaineers wishing to share in-depth knowledge of their routes—a tradition that continues to define these compact books for hiking, trekking, and other outdoor experiences.
About this edition.
Author: Mike Dunn. English language. 272 pages. Second edition, published in 2026. ISBN 9781786312792.
