Offa's Dyke Path National Trail

Offa's Dyke Path is one of the 15 National Trails in England and Wales. You can find out all about the Trail including where to stay, ideas for days out and short walks and which guidebook to buy from the Offa's Dyke Path website.

You can find out about the other National trails, including the England Coast Path on the official National Trail website.

Offa’s Dyke Path is a 177 mile (285 Km) long walking trail. It is named after, and often follows, the spectacular Dyke King Offa ordered to be constructed in the 8th century, probably to divide his Kingdom of Mercia from rival kingdoms in what is now Wales

The Trail, which was opened in the summer of 1971, links Sedbury Cliffs near Chepstow on the banks of the Severn estuary with the coastal town of Prestatyn on the shores of the Irish sea. It passes through no less than eight different counties and crosses the border between England and Wales over 20 times. The Trail explores the tranquil Marches (as the border region is known) and passes through the Brecon Beacons National Park on the spectacular Hatterrall Ridge. In addition it links no less than three Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty – the Wye Valley, the Shropshire Hills and the Clwydian Range / Dee Valley.

To buy the official guidebook and Trail merchandise visit the National Trail shop.