A nice travel log video. I went drone flying over Fan Nedd today. And unlike Pen y Fan, which had the human centipede on its slopes, I did not see a single person on Fan Nedd.
@adamradford22859 сағат бұрын
@@davidpetrik3979 Human centipede 😂😂😂 love that one! Yeah Fan Nedd is awesome and quiet, I’ve only ever seen 1-2 people on there maximum or nobody. I once walked up there on a clear day you could see crowds of people on pen y fan summit from fan Nedd summit - it was like a swam of ants lol. Do you have a link to your drone footage from today would be great to check out. Thanks mate , Adam
@PhilipOlsen1111 сағат бұрын
Great job Adam. Another stunning route 👌
@adamradford228510 сағат бұрын
@@PhilipOlsen11 Thanks Phil , was shorter than I hoped for but had mishaps lol. Looking forward to the revisit soon as I can. Beautiful place for sure. Best wishes
@smoggiewalks578Күн бұрын
Hi Adam, i have rarely found that route from the falls up, always a bog fest up by that fence line. As Alan says a rarely visited area. Enjoying watching yours and Max the Dog( apologies if not his name) adventures. ATB Martin
@adamradford2285Күн бұрын
@@smoggiewalks578 Hi Martin, thanks for the comment, glad you agree it’s a bog fest, I wouldn’t want to try it in winter! It was very quiet yes after the main waterfall, only saw one other person. It’s Maggie the dog ha ha , I recall yours is Kay? Good to hear you’re enjoying the walks, certainly enjoy yours too in return! Have a great week ahead. Adam
@thevalleywalkerКүн бұрын
Hi Adam, hope the ankle was not too bad. The area you was in is what I term as off-grid, not an area that gets lots of footfall although I would have taken a different route, a little longer but better under foot in places. I did a circuit last year starting at the top car park of the Blaen y Glyn falls, walked up through the forest and out onto blaen caerfanell & cerrig edmwnt before crossing the river and coming back down the river taking in the falls. From memory there is a path (not marked on os) that goes up to Allt Forgarn. For Pica Cairn I would make sure you have time & either follow Craig y Fan ddu ridge & around or Park near Talybont Res and follow the path up marked on os maps. I made an error of judgement earlier in the week when I had time to have a night out - I went up Mynydd Tred with 15 kgs on my back with the plan to camp - apart from the steepness, my lack of fitness I thought I would follow a less steep path which eventually run out and left me hanging on the side of a very steep slope with bracken, heather and gorse for company - it was not a good choice. I had to find another path and head back off the hill. Btw, inspired by some b-roll I saw in one of your recent videos I went in search of some images yesterday 😉
@adamradford2285Күн бұрын
@@thevalleywalker Hi Alan thanks for such a detailed comment , really appreciated. The walk you did sounded awesome, it’s a really beautiful place isn’t it. You’re right about Carn Pica, I shall return with plenty of time on my side. It’s a reasonably big climb in any route for these parts. I have walked it along the main paths from Talybont before but wanted to try and get to it via the Caerfanell valley. There is a good path up Gwalciau’r Cwm then onto the ridge which I’ll plan on the revisit, at least this time I know the route and best ways to get round the obstacles! It’s certainly off grid as you say. Do you have a video of the walk you did there? In hindsight that sounded quite funny on Mynydd Troed, but I’m sure it wasn’t at the time! It’s very steep that mountain. Being stuck on that bracken ledge is something I would do and have certainly done before. Good decision to bail. Hope you’re good mate , great to hear from you! Adam
@thevalleywalker11 сағат бұрын
@@adamradford2285 I think there are videos on my channel of the walk into the valley above Blaen y Glyn and one up onto Pica Cairn with my mate bob. I am sure you already watch many of the hiking channels I watch but I would highly recommnend Dave Morgan's latest Cambrian Way series - excellent watch. I managed a short walk on Friday to check out the woods you walked in on your last video - I even give you a name check 😊
@adamradford228511 сағат бұрын
@@thevalleywalker Ah thanks Alan I’ll check that out, cheers for the mention. Sure I’ll check out Dave Morgan sounds good, always interested in new channels. Cheers mate
@therealjamesbaker91382 күн бұрын
You've made a good point about Lansdown/Malvern being inter-visible, having done both of them I can vouch for that
@therealjamesbaker91382 күн бұрын
In terms of panoramas, these have some of the best in the whole of the UK. I've done this walk quite a few times and because of the surrounding countryside being mostly flat, the line of sight from the very top extends for 70-80 miles in some directions (it's true because I've taken photos on clear days, one or two of them have clearly captured the outline of the Peak District.)
@adamradford22852 күн бұрын
@@therealjamesbaker9138 Hi James thanks a lot for the comment , seriously that’s absolutely amazing to be able to see the Peak District from there! I never knew that. All the best , Adam
@PhilipOlsen112 күн бұрын
Great route that I’ve wanted to do. My issue was the parking. Do you have a what 3 words for where you parked?
@adamradford22852 күн бұрын
@@PhilipOlsen11 Hi Phil , thanks for the comment. Yes there’s a main official tourist car park at the foot of the north ridge of the mountain. It’s shown on the OS map. I believe the car park is called Cwm Gwdi. Thanks mate
@thevalleywalker5 күн бұрын
Hi Adam, I can attest to the steepness of that pull up Allt Ddu but the views once up are spectacular of the north side of Pen Y Fan and the other peaks. Looking at that hazy sunset I am guessing this was Sunday evening? I managed to get out for a few hours and got almost to the top of Mynydd Troed.... now that's another short sharp ascent whichever side you tackle it from. At 4:20 you look down into the beautiful Cwm Sere, sometime I would recommend you take a walk in that valley, full of tumbling cascades and looks beautiful when the hawthorn is in bloom. That circuit was a great explore for you. I have done the wider horse shoe in corn du andback around and you would have been struggling in the dark around there - the paths are not well trodden. atb Alan
@adamradford22855 күн бұрын
@@thevalleywalker Hi Alan good to hear from you! Yes it was Sunday evening, was beautiful- there was a fantastic blood moon on the drive home at dusk did you see that? Yes Mynydd Troed is mega steep from any route , I love the view up there though , hope you had a good walk up there. I haven’t been to Cwm Sere , it does look very quiet and beautiful. I swear you did a video there? I will definitely add it to the endless to do list lol. Will get a practice run in for a head torch descent but will trial on an easy tourist path first to avoid any embarrassing mishaps lol. Hope you’re well. Best wishes
@WyeExplorer7 күн бұрын
Fantastic Adam - one of the last walks I did with Paul that. You're right it's important to know when to turn back. When we were up there last it was a mad bad ass storm - we still went up as people were turning back. Ha ha! A lovely evening it has to be said. All the best. Mark
@adamradford22857 күн бұрын
@@WyeExplorer Thanks Mark yes it was a lovely evening. That’s hilarious that you were soldiering on up there while the faint hearted were turning back - you both had the experience and the determination! It gets seriously windy up there at times. That’s lovely to hear about your memory with him up there and I didn’t know it was one of the last walks you did with him. Sending best wishes
@WyeExplorer6 күн бұрын
@@adamradford2285 A real pleasure Adam - good to hear of the beauty of the walk mate. Yeah, it's a fond memory of us up there. Cheers-have a great day.
@JamieHarding57 күн бұрын
Hi Adam. That was really good👍 Sorry for being so slow to comment. It looked pretty tough the path you took but nice and quiet Beautiful views up the top mate. So clear and what a stunning sunset you had. You hit gold with the weather and views😁👍 Thanks for commenting on my Pen y Fan vid too. I find technology exhausting sometimes and have to leave it before I reply. I filmed about 2 hours and Saturday and Sunday cut it down to about 12 minutes. Tomorrow my head will be clear and respond to that video and hope to catch up on your newest one. I like your new channel name👍 All the best on your next one👋
@adamradford22857 күн бұрын
@@JamieHarding5 Hi mate no problem always really appreciate your comments. No obligation to watch or message lol 😂 so no worries! Yeah pen y fan is really one of the best especially when you get the weather and conditions as you say. Sunset was awesome, can’t wait to go back. I’ve found weekday evenings are good to avoid the crowds. It’s really special when it’s quiet up there. All the best mate , enjoyed your last video from Pen y Fan 👍👍
@smoggiewalks5787 күн бұрын
One of fav loops. I've even camped up there just below 701 spot height.
@adamradford22857 күн бұрын
@@smoggiewalks578 Hi Martin , that’s good to hear , it was really so much better than expected, what a fantastic place to choose for your camp! Sunrise must have been amazing. Best wishes
@PhilipOlsen1114 күн бұрын
That was great funnily enough I’ve done the routes a number of times but never the one you took. I’ve often wanted to but now I’m not sure 😬
@adamradford228513 күн бұрын
@@PhilipOlsen11 Thanks Phil , ha ha yeah the first part through the long grass really isn’t fun but once you hit the ridge and the path it’s nice and straightforward with good views
@PhilipOlsen1118 күн бұрын
Lovely route. I’ve not done that one but I’ll take note for the future 👌
@adamradford228518 күн бұрын
@@PhilipOlsen11 Thanks Phil , the best walk would be to do this summit plus heading up to Fan Gyhirych. I didn’t do this time as was tired and have been up there a few times before but it’s a cracking mountain. Thanks a lot for the comment
@WyeExplorer20 күн бұрын
Ah, love the way your dog goes for the cairn/trig too Adam. Cottened on to the ritual for sure. Fantastic last view as you said. Good going - steady as it goes when tired. All the best. Mark
@adamradford228520 күн бұрын
@@WyeExplorer Thanks Mark year she’s funny with them, knows they ritual for sure! She’s always there before me mind! Took it steady thanks nice and easy descent enjoying the views and good weather, over worked recently and being woken up early by the baby 😂 Thanks for watching as always. Best wishes
@WyeExplorer19 күн бұрын
@@adamradford2285 A pleasure as always Adam. Ha, she's a keen summit bagger then. Good to hear of the walk and you taking it steady. A baby? Well done both.
@adamradford228519 күн бұрын
@@WyeExplorer ah thanks Mark , yeah she’s definitely a little bagger lol. Thanks he’s 18 months now and another one on the way so busy times ahead 😅, have a good week look forward to your next outing mate
@WyeExplorer18 күн бұрын
@@adamradford2285 A pleasure Adam. Good to hear of the family mate. All the best there. I will have a good one. Peace.
@wingknight713223 күн бұрын
Breacon beacons is an extremely dangerous place it is better to avoid it
@TheWalkingKev28 күн бұрын
Nice loop. I didnt realise that gate opened.
@adamradford228527 күн бұрын
@@TheWalkingKev Hi Kev, thanks it was a lovely relaxed walk. Some beautiful scenery there as you well know. The gate is open I think Monday to Friday from 9am to 3pm. It was handy to save a couple of hours walking along the long road and back! Best wishes
@markdunphy765229 күн бұрын
What great Footage and explaining you did of Tryfan and i Salute you...well done you gave great information and detail on how to get up Tryfan....im Climbing up the North Ridge of Tryfan on September 7th and going down the way you came up....im From lreland and will be arriving in holyhead Port on the 6th of September and Climbing Tryfan on the 7th and Then back on the Ferry That night heading back to lreland,,,im delighted i Seen you Footage as it is a great help to me....Thank you
@adamradford228529 күн бұрын
@@markdunphy7652 Hi Mark thanks for such a nice message glad it was helpful. Wow that’s a hectic trip you will be tired after those 2 days! Should be amazing fun though. Yes the South face is more commonly a descent route , at the time I wasn’t brave enough to try the North one. It’s looks awesome though and you’ll enjoy it. I’m looking to do it in the next couple of years hopefully. Have a great trip , the south side descent won’t pose any difficulties and you could ascend this way if the weather is awful on the day as it’s much easier. Best wishes
@citizencairn5230Ай бұрын
Good stuff - once ascended the west flank of Fan Gyhirych. Just the once, mind!
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@citizencairn5230 Ha ha , just once! Yeah it’s insanely steep isn’t it, given it’s just a walk rather than a scramble. More tiring than a scramble too as it’s all legs! Thanks for the comment . Best wishes
@thevalleywalkerАй бұрын
Some nice bagging there Adam.
@smoggiewalks578Ай бұрын
Those outliers offer great views, and few people 😂
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@smoggiewalks578 Hi Martin , yes completely agree fantastic views from many of these. I didn’t see a single person on this walk or my last one, amazing! Unrelated but I watched a recent KZfaq short of yours where you walked Mynydd Myddfai. You went round the Usk reservoir. The views looked amazing and probably was a decent distance? Have you got a full video on this one? How long did it take - fancy doing it. Cheers mate , Adam
@smoggiewalks578Ай бұрын
@@adamradford2285 only a short video of that one, usalky takes me 2 hrs. Normally park at Powys,/Carmarthen border where the bridge crosses the Usk.
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@smoggiewalks578 brilliant thanks for the advice 👍
@WyeExplorerАй бұрын
Superb Adam - enjoyed in full. You smashed that one out but gave a great commentary. For sure this one was all about the views. Black Mountain next - you could spend a fair bit of time exploring that me thinks. All the best. Mark
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@WyeExplorer Thanks Mark, yes I did it a bit quicker than usual as was in a hurry to get back to watch the England football final! What a shame that was , oh well! Yes the Black Mountain has years worth of exploring there I reckon. Hope you’re having a good week
@WyeExplorerАй бұрын
@@adamradford2285 Ha ha the footy. Was it worth it? I watched it and enjoyed it. That's what I reckon too - it's a big area. My week? Good thanks. Peace.
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@WyeExplorer Hi Mark yeah it was a cracking game of football, lots of drama and a good contest. Was gutted that we lost though but they were the better team to be fair. Glad you’re having a good week
@WyeExplorerАй бұрын
@@adamradford2285 I thought it was entertaining too. My mate Andy who is on some of my videos was going a bit nuts when GB levelled. A good night had but sorry to hear you were gutted there. I will have a good week. Peace.
@NatSatFatАй бұрын
I see you have done zero research on you pronouncing the Welsh Hills, it is not hard, and it is so much more of an enjoyable walk, you have picked a really good route for the peaks you have done, well done,
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@NatSatFat Hi thanks for the comment , it was a lovely route thanks and very enjoyable. I admit I’m not the best at pronouncing the Welsh Hills but then I’m at a disadvantage being English and born in Oxford , home of the queens English! To be fair most of the Welsh people I know haven’t got a clue how to pronounce many of them either.. but then I do live in a part of Wales that has minimal Welsh speakers. I will ask for help from the next Welsh speaker I meet - I could certainly learn a lot! 😂 best wishes Adam
@smoggiewalks578Ай бұрын
Great walk Adam, defo challenging route up from your start. Another of my fav routes. Great on a good day. On one day I even came across Iolo Williams up there. Continue exploring and thanks for sharing Martin
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@smoggiewalks578 Thanks for the comment Martin , it’s a fab route isn’t it, wow that’s cool that you saw Iolo up there , he’s definitely my favourite countryfile character and he did a good documentary series on the Beacons. Seems a likeable person! Have just subscribed to your channel , some great videos on there will check them out . Best wishes
@thevalleywalkerАй бұрын
Cracking walk Adam. I was surprised your starting point - that is eck of a pull from that starting point, you must have crossed the mountain track twice I would assume or did you walk up Heol Senni and then turn right to follow the fence? The route you took up onto Fan Gyhirych is deffo a challenging walk, especially after doing the circuit you had done thus far, the road is a better/easier option and turn right around the back. Hearing you mention Dunkery Beacon I haven't been up that in over 20 years I reckon. The view at 7:52 (cracking pic) is a fave view of mine. Yma O Hyd is a Welsh Folk Song by Dafydd Iwan and a fave of the Welsh Football Fans.. it translates to We're Still Here. Have a look online for the video.. it's rousing. I was on Pen Bwlch Chwyth in January but was in clag and its a few years since I been up on Fan Gyhirych but I did a short video afew years ago in the snow. Nice watch mid morning whilst having a cuppa. atb Al
@thevalleywalkerАй бұрын
Cracking walk Adam. I was surprised your starting point - that is eck of a pull from that starting point, you must have crossed the mountain track twice I would assume or did you walk up Heol Senni and then turn right to follow the fence? The route you took up onto Fan Gyhirych is deffo a challenging walk, especially after doing the circuit you had done thus far, the road is a better/easier option and turn right around the back. Hearing you mention Dunkery Beacon I haven't been up that in over 20 years I reckon. The view at 7:52 (cracking pic) is a fave view of mine. Yma O Hyd is a Welsh Folk Song by Dafydd Iwan and a fave of the Welsh Football Fans.. it translates to We're Still Here. Have a look online for the video.. it's rousing. I was on Pen Bwlch Chwyth in January but was in clag and its a few years since I been up on Fan Gyhirych but I did a short video afew years ago in the snow. Nice watch mid morning whilst having a cuppa. atb Al
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
Thanks Alan , yes it was a decent pull that one , both me and the dog are exhausted this morning, sat aching on the sofa lol. I walked from the reservoir car park up the main road then right onto the minor road towards Heol Senni then exactly as you say took the steep fence path up to Fan Bwlch Chywth. Good to hear you’ve been up there. I agree that’s a fantastic views off the Fan Gyhirych summit. Could you send me the link for the video for your visit there in the snow? Would like to watch that. Thanks for educating me about the Welsh writing on the trig! I Google translated as ‘still here’ which I though was weird but now I know the context that makes total sense! The same is written on Fan Brycheniog summit.. will check out the Welsh folk song now! Best wishes
@JIMcLauchlanАй бұрын
great video i loved the scenery it looked a lovely hike i like to mix mine up with more sedate hikes as well as the bigger ones just to give myself a rest lol. i find the more sedate ones i get to see more of the surrounding nature and wildlife. & as regards to the o/s maps their amazing how detailed they are and can be your best friend when visiting unknow areas, there are so many people out there who venture out and get lost even on smaller areas or plateau's and if you have your map you can usually get yourself out of a sticky situation just from the features around you
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@JIMcLauchlan thanks Jim , yeah you’re right I never go without one , has definitely bailed me out several times! I’m trying to complete every hill and mountain in the Brecon Beacons National park , there are literally hundreds looking at the OS maps I’m only about half way through going to take years! But in doing so having to do lots of smaller ones which actually have been really enjoyable, as you say quieter and more relaxing to enjoy the scenery and nature! All the best mate
@AlanMETALMANАй бұрын
I love Helm Crag and the last time I did it was with a KZfaq friend, as part of the Greenburn Round, which is 4 Wainwrights and a real good round it is too. Great effort on you both getting to the top of the Howitzer, which my friend climbed but I did not - well, she is over 30 years younger and has size 4 feet, as opposed to my size 11 flippers, cheers Alan
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@AlanMETALMAN Hi Alan the Greenburn round sounds a good challenge, I’ll look it up tomorrow sounds interesting. We just did a short one here as my wife was pregnant at the time. The Howitzer was fun to go up but definitely sounded easier for your friend , sounds like she got up there much easier than me too! 😂 thanks for the comment , best wishes. Adam
@AlanMETALMANАй бұрын
Did not think yo were going to get any summit views but they turned out to be amazing. I have been on Ben Nevis summit 4 times but never been on Ben Lomond, despite driving passed it on the way up to Fort William and on the way back, I really need to do this climb and get those views, cheers Alan
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@AlanMETALMAN Hi Alan thanks a lot for the comment , 4x up Ben Nevis is impressive! Yes I’m sure you would love it definitely worth a stop. I was lucky beating the crowds going at the end of the day helped I think. Best wishes
@oibxreactionАй бұрын
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@smoggiewalks578Ай бұрын
Was up by the quarries the other day. Practicing my navigation training. Lovely remote area.
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@smoggiewalks578 Hi thanks for the comment , what a great place to practice some navigation training. I’m looking to do another walk from the same spot but up the quarries and towards Cefn y Ystrad, probably the same way you went. It’s lovely and quiet isn’t it and spectacular views. Thanks for watching
@smoggiewalks578Ай бұрын
@@adamradford2285 went up to the trig fantastic views enjoyed I walked over from Tor y Foel great circular route which included part of your route ATB Martin
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@smoggiewalks578 Hi Martin , yes I can picture the route, that’s a big walk too. I agree the views from Cefn y Ystrad trig are hard to beat. Best wishes
@thevalleywalkerАй бұрын
Morning Adam, not very far from me - I would popped along and said hello if I had known. I am not surprised you didn't say anyone on the plataeu below Mynydd Llangyndir . In all my years I have only been in that area about half a dozen times , but I know it to be so quiet. Seeing those ferns on the descent I managed a few hours out locally on Saturday and was met with 6ft ferns - it was a tick check for sure when I got back. The lane you walked up we call 7 miles lane - I think thats the distance from the start at the top down to the end of the road. At 9:52 you are pointing towards Darren Fawr - its a wonderful spot if you have not been there. I have done a few Summer Solstice walks to there and camped there last year. atb Alan
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@thevalleywalker Hi Alan, thanks for the comment. I thought this might be local to you! That’s a shame it would have been good to have seen you! Happy to catch up next time I’m there? I might park in the same place a walk up towards Cefn y Ystrad in the opposite direction? There are some seriously high ferns atm, like a jungle in some parts. That’s interesting about Darren Fawr, I haven’t been onto it but I should do. I can imagine the sunset views from three looking west are excellent and what a place to camp! Best wishes
@thevalleywalkerАй бұрын
@@adamradford2285 Hi Adam.... we must have a catch up on the hill sometime - that would be good. Cefn Ystrad, make sure you tackle it frompossibly the quarry as if you get up on the hill south of the Trig on the Trefil side you will be be knee deep in wimberry bushes with lots of uneven ground underneath - there are no definite paths from that side... alternatively the track from the bottom end of pontsic res is longer but more accessible. Meant to ask have you been on Llangyndir and done chartist caves?
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@thevalleywalker Hi Alan , yes I have done the Chartist cave and Mynydd Llangynidr summit it’s an awesome place , my favourite moorland after Carn Caws on Llangynidr if you know that one it’s my favourite I have done Cefn y Ystrad before but walked it from the opposite side from Pontsticill reservoir, there’s a video on my channel- was a decent path from there mostly. However thanks for the warnings from Trefil side! Yes definitely happy to catch up mate , all the best
@WyeExplorerАй бұрын
That went quick - watched all of that Adam. Such a beautiful walk - I sense the remoteness of the area. It's my kind of place for sure - deep Cwms, water falls, forest and views. And that's not to mention idyllic South wales lanes. You wouldn't know the outside world exists. I wouldn't mind living there. Well, good going. A great one with no rain. All the best. Mark
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@WyeExplorer Hi Mark thanks a lot for the comment , yeah what a place that would be to live , I would love it too. It was a lovely walk with really diverse views and nice to finish in the forest at the end. It’s definitely a place you would enjoy! I was amazed the rain held off , if anything it was very hot and sunny - funny weather atm! Hope you had a good birthday? Thanks as always for watching
@WyeExplorerАй бұрын
@@adamradford2285 A real pleasure Adam. Yeah, we'd need a spare few hundred grand. But we can dream. Good to hear about the forest and weather. Along with the views it all fell into place. A visit when I'm fit again would be a joy. My birthday was good thanks.
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@WyeExplorer yes it’s certainly not cheap around those parts is it, but maybe one day 😂 wish you the best with a speedy recovery
@WyeExplorerАй бұрын
@@adamradford2285 No, not cheap at all. One day-maybe!
@lisamonalisahikesАй бұрын
Wow love the opening view … big sky. So beautiful!
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@lisamonalisahikes Thanks yes it’s great views from the off set up there. Lovely and quiet and very expansive views from the ridge too. Thanks for watching
@Daniel-yh8esАй бұрын
How long is this walk mate ? Do you have the postcode for the start of the walk please
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@Daniel-yh8es Hi Daniel , the walk took about 3.5 hours , definitely not note than 4. It’s a cracking route with a fun ridge walk up. The start point is HR2 0PL, if you type ‘Black Hill Car Park’ into Google maps that should give you the car park right at the foot of the cats back ridge . Cheers
@Daniel-yh8esАй бұрын
@@adamradford2285 thank you mate I appreciate it . I'll be there hopefully next week,when the weather picks up... it looks stunning!
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@Daniel-yh8es sounds great , I hear you mate what an awful summer we are having. Can’t wait to get out when the rain stops , it’s like winter honestly one of the worst summers I can remember! Let’s hope it improves soon! Best wishes
@lisamonalisahikesАй бұрын
Love that you can see it from above. I’d scramble down there 😅 can’t help it, love the beauty
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@lisamonalisahikes Hi Lisa thanks it was fantastic, there was a little bit of scrambling to get there was fun. Very beautiful place , thanks . Adam
@VERY_VARIOUS_VIDEOSАй бұрын
Beautiful landscapes, places, hike, footage. Video Like 👍
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@VERY_VARIOUS_VIDEOS thank you glad you enjoyed it! Best wishes
@PhilipOlsen11Ай бұрын
That was great. Did that hill last week 👍
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@PhilipOlsen11 Hi Philip that’s good to hear , it’s a quiet alternative to the Skirrid and the ridge on top is quite pleasant to walk along. Glad you enjoyed it up there , best wishes
@tedgrant2Ай бұрын
I quite fancy that walk. Where is the best place to park ?
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@tedgrant2 Hi thanks for the comment , I parked on a street called Balance road in Garndiffaith Pontypool. It’s near St Johns burial ground. Walk down the road towards the farm the obvious public footpath sign to right that takes you up to the high mountain road. From there follow a choice of tracks to left up to Mynydd Varteg Fach the lesser neighbouring hill then obvious path to main summit from there. Hope you get out and enjoy it , it’s really good up there . Best wishes
@tedgrant2Ай бұрын
@@adamradford2285 Thanks very much.
@WyeExplorerАй бұрын
So good to see you all in the Elan Adam. For sure Penygarreg into the Garreg Du gorge is awesome. A lot of people go for the down below experience because the valleys are just so epic. This is of course a tiny part of the Cambrians - trust me they're big and there's loads to discover but your walk on the top was good. See you back out there. Mark
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@WyeExplorer Thanks mark yes I agree the valleys were as good as the hill tops. It was a great 360 view point from there. You’re absolutely right the Cambrians are vast and a wilderness in parts that would take a lifetime to explore fully. We only saw a small part from there but it’s inspired me to return for sure. I love the unexplored nature of it and how quiet it was. Best wishes mate
@WyeExplorerАй бұрын
@@adamradford2285 A pleasure Adam. Good to hear of the valleys and views. For sure it would take a lifetime to explore in totality - fantastic prospect. Peace
@WyeExplorerАй бұрын
Brilliant Adam. Good to see you in Rhayader amid the river, the falls and the Red Kites. Ah, mate your encouraging me to get up Gwastedyn now. Awesome up there. As I said to you I was meant to be up there last time but there was a storm and it wouldn't have been pleasant. But yeah typical Cambrian views in Mid wales and a fantastic peak at the course of the Wye. You got it right Moelfryn right in the middle. Well, good going. All the best. Mark
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@WyeExplorer Hi Mark thanks a lot for the comment , it really was fantastic, you certainly inspired me to go to Rhayader and mid wales (I usually bypass it on the way to snowdonia) but it really was fantastic and can’t wait to go back. Thanks for the inspiration! Yeah I remember the storm you were up on Gamallt in extreme winds 😂 , agree best avoided. I hope you get there soon, would be good to watch your take on it. The first bit was very steep but eases up for the second half of the walk. Best wishes
@WyeExplorerАй бұрын
@@adamradford2285 A real pleasure to watch and comment Adam - anything in that area mate. And that's cool about the inspiration - it works the other way too. I so look forward to my own walk up there. No, it wasn't the best of days for Gwastedyn - so another time. Soon! Thanks for the heads up. Peace.
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@WyeExplorer nice one thanks , definitely look forward to when you get up there. Have a great week and happy birthday for this week I think. Best wishes
@WyeExplorerАй бұрын
@@adamradford2285 A pleasure Adam - always mate. Yeah, I'll be up there - Birthday is today. Many thanks.
@thevalleywalkerАй бұрын
You deffo do some lesser known hills/mountains Adam... great views. I was thinking you was pointing at might be Moelfryne with Gamallt on the right as you look up the valley? There are more expert people around who will help though I am sure. That is a cracking cairn on that hill. Not sure if you have done the Carneddau above Builth but they are worth a look. Have a great weekend. atb Al
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@thevalleywalker Hi Al thanks for the message , in hindsight it was Gamallt on the right and Moelfryn on the left with another one in the middle 😂, fantastic views. Two walks on this mid wales break and not a single person seen on either! It’s an impressive cairn, it’s a silver Jubilee commemorative one, pretty cool. I haven’t done those hills next to Builth.. as you drive northbound on the A470 is that the prominent ridge line to the right of the town? If so yes I have wanted to walk that for years but haven’t got round to it. Thanks for the comment as always. Best wishes
@WyeExplorerАй бұрын
We were only discussing Moelfryn and Gamallt on instagram recently Alan. It's a shame that things have gone so badly. Peace.
@JamieHarding5Ай бұрын
Hi Adam. It's beautiful there. The 4 one is stunning too. Brilliant you can see it from behind and above. I haven't done that last one yet. It's on my list. You shared it very well. "Oh bird just crapped on me" You did well and I really enjoyed it👍
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@JamieHarding5 Ah thanks mate yeah it’s a mini adventure trying to find the last one! It was really beautiful. You must go , would look forward to seeing your take on it 😃 cheers mate
@JamieHarding5Ай бұрын
@@adamradford2285 I definitely will go there😁 Your filming is better. I watch lots and trying to improve learning what work etc. Tomorrow I just will have a walk and no filming. Sometimes I just like to walk. I'll catch your new one tomorrow👍
@adamradford2285Ай бұрын
@@JamieHarding5 I think my filming is very basic , the videos with drones are definitely the best to watch. But thanks for the compliment! Yeah I agree the videos sometimes interfere with the walking but it’s nice to rewatch the hikes and collect the memories. I actually should do more walks without filming it’s definitely more relaxing
@JamieHarding5Ай бұрын
@@adamradford2285 Your vids are good. If the weather's good I film if it's really cloudy I just walk. I'll do the same just sun sun.. but later this year I'll do a video in terrible rain😁
@citizencairn52302 ай бұрын
Good stuff - don't see very much of these hill online - pity,
@adamradford22852 ай бұрын
@@citizencairn5230 Hi firstly love the name, citizen cairn! That’s classic .. I have subscribed, some cool videos on your channel to check out. Yes this one is not well explored is it, a huge number of cairns and sink holes to explore on the top , very wild landscape on the moorland up there. Have you walked it? Best wishes, Adam
@citizencairn52302 ай бұрын
@@adamradford2285 I know Wales very well since my sister moved there when I was a kid - lots of walking there over the years. Less of the real high stuff nowadays, however - getting on a bit, I guess. Although it has to be said the lower moors can be much harder going.. as you'll know.
@WyeExplorer2 ай бұрын
'Like the Amazon.' Now that's high praise Adam. Wow, maan what a trail - truly a wild gorge. I could feel your joy - this was a different adventure. Gotta say Maggie was loving it too. Thanks for sharing. Mark
@adamradford22852 ай бұрын
@@WyeExplorer Thanks Mark , it was a nice change to explore the waterfalls and have a day out away from the hills. Ha ha I’ve never been to the Amazon so it might have been a bit of an over exaggeration in the enthusiasm of the moment! 😂Yeah she loved it , crossed the rivers in seconds and smashed the scramble goat like track while I struggled! Always waiting for me , she reminds me always how badly the human body is designed for the great outdoors in comparison 😂. Best wishes
@WyeExplorer2 ай бұрын
@@adamradford2285 A pleasure Adam. Yeah, it made a change for sure. Ah, I get your point with the Amazon but I bet it was super green. I could see Maggie crossing the waters and dashing about - she was excited. You're right they're built different.
@adamradford22852 ай бұрын
@@WyeExplorer Hi Mark, unrelated to this , I have taken the family away to Rhayader for a few nights , sat here now in the holiday let looking out on fantastic panoramic views of the hills. We always bypass here on our way to Snowdonia but this time we booked a break here. It’s a walkers paradise and so quiet, walked along the Wye valley earlier by Rhayader falls by the bridge was beautiful. Looking to explore Elan valley and currently looking out on Gwastedyn Hill which I’m sure you know , looks impressive. I can see why this place is very special to you. Best wishes
@WyeExplorer2 ай бұрын
@@adamradford2285 Alright there Adam, brilliant my friend - really pleased you stopped by there. Yes, there is some fantastic walking there. I hope you enjoy the Elan - if you can go up the Claerwen valley to the Dam-well the Elan is good too all the way to Cwmystwyth. Re-Gwastedyn I was due to do that last time but my ankle wasn't great. All the best out there.
@adamradford22852 ай бұрын
@@WyeExplorer Thanks for the tips Mark, the Claerwen does look incredible but I think I’ll save that for when I drum up the energy to try Drygarn Fawr. Not there atm especially in this heat. But Elan definitely I can’t wait to get out. Sorry to hear about the ankle, but it looks like you’re making progress? Gwastedyn looks like a fantastic hill walk to look forward to in the future? Have a lovely week enjoy the sun. Atb mate
@thevalleywalker2 ай бұрын
Its a fabulous place and even in the rain it has a magic about it. The surrounding woodlands add even more magic. Obviously with you not knowing the falls I am assuming its your 1st visit... how great to see these for the 1st time & it looked quiet. You can get down to Sgwd Ddwli Uchaf (Upper Gushing Falls) but you must have missed on your way down. I was smiling as you said about Gwladys being so beautiful and its the best you have seen so far.... as that hidden falls for me is the best falls in the beacons. Water was low looking at your 1st crossing... but the place is still worth thr trek. The "wow" said it all 😊 If you want have a look at my last trip tere.. when it was frozen - I have done 3 volgs from Gam. atb Al
@adamradford22852 ай бұрын
@@thevalleywalker Hi Al thanks a lot for the comment , I’m glad we are in agreement on which our favourite fall is! I will check out your videos on Gam thanks for letting me know. It must have looked awesome in the ice and slippery on the way there especially that scramble track! You were right I totally missed the path down to the base of the 2nd waterfall - I saw it on the way back but by then was too tired and couldn’t be bothered to go there 😂 Have a great week ahead
@tonyjones40752 ай бұрын
Great area of the park, breathtaking scenery and so peaceful 👌🏻
@adamradford22852 ай бұрын
@@tonyjones4075 Hi Tony thanks for the comment , yeah it always amazes me how awesome it is never gets tiring. This Eastern side is much more quiet too than the Pen Y Fan area , made it much more special. All the best
@tonyjones40752 ай бұрын
@@adamradford2285 Definitely more isolated and has a bit more of a wild feeling to it away from the crowds on Pen y fan. Even though Pen y fan is fantastic sometimes you just want to wander in peace. Thanks Adam ATB
@adamradford22852 ай бұрын
@@tonyjones4075 Yes completely agree! Have a great week ahead
@wendingourway2 ай бұрын
Just such amazing and marvelous views!! Always nice to have a four-legged buddy to join one on great adventuring!
@adamradford22852 ай бұрын
@@wendingourway Ah thank you , the views are fab there , yes Maggie is a fantastic dog, done so many mountain with me, she’s very fit for a little dog! Thanks for watching . Best wishes Adam
@WyeExplorer2 ай бұрын
Wow, you're here now.
@WyeExplorer2 ай бұрын
@@wendingourway Yeah, same here mate-sorry to have to feel this way and here on a good mans channel.
@sunshine-nu1df2 ай бұрын
Marvelous! Vast views Not too fast Atb, Tim
@adamradford22852 ай бұрын
@@sunshine-nu1df Hi Tim thanks for the comment , was lovely views and weather thanks. Took a leisurely pace up there and tired to slow the filming down a bit! Thanks for watching , best wishes Adam
@WyeExplorer2 ай бұрын
I loved that one Adam. I mist get that way - you've been showing us how good it is. I think you got the camera right because appeared sharper - you did the walk some justice there pronunciation attempts too. Ha ha! Well, good going. Mark
@adamradford22852 ай бұрын
Hi Mark , that’s good the images were a little better. I think it takes a day or so also after uploading a video for quality to improve on KZfaq. Would be great if you headed over there , I would like to see your take on it! The pronunciations are difficult sometimes but slowly trying to improve. Talking of pronunciations I didn’t know Gilfach is said Gilva. Good to have some local knowledge! All the best mate
@WyeExplorer2 ай бұрын
@@adamradford2285 Yes, they came out well Adam. Now I never knew that about the quality - it has a life does google. Re-the area - I will explore it one day when my leg is better. At present it's small distances. Ah, yeah the Welsh language - me and you both mate. That's right I was told of Gilva. Peace.
@adamradford22852 ай бұрын
@@WyeExplorer Ah hope your leg gets better soon, it’s frustrating isn’t it these injuries. That’s the best thing to do small distances and climbs and build it up. I’ve had fitness knocked back all year with a load of virus and chest infections so until now have been doing lower hills mostly! Have a great weekend
@WyeExplorer2 ай бұрын
@@adamradford2285 Me too Adam - sounds like you know the frustration and the frailty of the human body. Here's to both our health.