WILD WALES | A 500km hike across Wales inspired by the Cambrian Way

In September 2021, my brother Danny and I spent 3 weeks walking across the wildest parts of Wales, on a journey inspired by The Cambrian Way. Starting in Cardiff, the 500km long route took us through the Brecon Beacons, the Cambrian Mountains and Snowdonia before finishing in Conwy in the north west corner of the country.
We hope you enjoy the walk!

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  • @marilyn726
    @marilyn7265 ай бұрын

    Such a wonderful video! I was totally absorbed in it ALL! Exceptional filming, photography, compilation and music too! Exudes patience, calmness, and respect for Mother Nature. Such blessings you give to all your viewers... Thank you so much. May there be many more videos to come

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    5 ай бұрын

    Hi Marilyn, thank you so much for such a lovely message. I am glad you enjoyed. its such a beautiful country.

  • @70something.89
    @70something.89 Жыл бұрын

    This is probably the best video of unspoilt Wales I've ever watched. I'm glad you avoided scenes like the summit of Snowdon which is like the M6 on a bank holiday these days. This is the real Wales. I consider myself very fortunate to live in Mid Wales with the Cambrian Mountains on my doorstep. I'm in my 70's and been around but Wales runs through my veins. I wish could bottle it. I'd make a fortune. Well done guys great video.

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    Жыл бұрын

    70 something, thank you. And yes it felt like the real Wales, such a breathtaking place. When ever I think about where to go for a trip, my first thought is always to head west as far into Wales as I can go. Thank you again for your lovely comment

  • @wendywagnerwelch367
    @wendywagnerwelch3679 ай бұрын

    This is the best hiking video I’ve ever seen! I loved the choice of music and appreciated the absence of mindless talking. Thank so much for making this. Liked and subscribed!

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    9 ай бұрын

    Hi Wendy, Thank you so much for that very kind comment and I'm really happy you enjoyed the film without any commentary. Wales is so beautiful, it didn't need me chatting away to show that :) Thanks, Jake

  • @Pram4
    @Pram411 ай бұрын

    Your 9 years old video came to my timeline, it's good to see your channel still uploading 10days ago... Such a nice achievement for life

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    10 ай бұрын

    Hey, yes another KZreadr was trying to find the third part of a three part film I made 10 years ago. Not sure why it disappeared. I will be uploading another walk in the near future when I get the time to edit it. Thanks for following the channel :)

  • @stevegregson4357
    @stevegregson43572 жыл бұрын

    Some of the most spectacular scenery on earth

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Steve, it is such a special place, already looking forward to my next trip back there. Thanks for watching

  • @morgs4mountains
    @morgs4mountains Жыл бұрын

    By far, the best Cambrian Way video I've seen to date. Perfectly pitched, beautiful edited and some wonderfully atmospheric videophotography.

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    Жыл бұрын

    Morgs 4Mountains that is a very kind comment. I am glad you enjoyed it, it was a brilliant walk!

  • @jeremybolwell1283
    @jeremybolwell128310 ай бұрын

    Great video, thank you for sharing. Inspiring. Lovely camera work and editing. Looks like you had more than your fair share of Welsh weather. The images speak louder than any commentary. Well done!

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    10 ай бұрын

    Thanks Jeremy for the kind comment. The first week was great weather then the heavens opened on us for 2 weeks straight. All the best!

  • @JarmilaXymenaGorna
    @JarmilaXymenaGorna7 ай бұрын

    Mesmerising

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    7 ай бұрын

    Thankyou Jarmila :)

  • @morgs4mountains
    @morgs4mountains23 күн бұрын

    Thank you for making this video. Very enjoyable watching your journey along the majority of the Cambrian Way. You have a great eye for photography. Some delightful images at the end.

  • @piratasdecordoba
    @piratasdecordoba7 ай бұрын

    Great video, good choice of music, too. 👍

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much for watching :)

  • @zaneclone
    @zanecloneАй бұрын

    This was surprisingly emotional... I guess I love my country... :)

  • @lauzthorbzarella4655
    @lauzthorbzarella46556 ай бұрын

    Beautiful video! This is something I'd love to do. Thank you for sharing. Watched from the Rhondda.

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the kind comment and I'm sure you would not regret it if you did it. :)

  • @KyawKyawBolJohnBol
    @KyawKyawBolJohnBol10 ай бұрын

    I love nature ❤❤

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    10 ай бұрын

    Me too!

  • @LordHeath1972
    @LordHeath19727 ай бұрын

    One of the most inspirational videos I have ever watched.

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    6 ай бұрын

    Wow thankyou for such kind words, I'm glad you enjoyed it and hopefully you are enjoying some great adventures too! Jake

  • @stevegregson4357
    @stevegregson43572 жыл бұрын

    Wow what a life affirming achievement

  • @dahowells
    @dahowells10 ай бұрын

    Amazing video editing!

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    10 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @BRUTALBYRON
    @BRUTALBYRON4 ай бұрын

    Absolutely beautiful video. Totally inspired by it.

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    4 ай бұрын

    Thankyou! that's so nice to hear. Glad you enjoyed the vid.

  • @thevalleywalker
    @thevalleywalker24 күн бұрын

    Beautiful. Great filming and images. atb Alan

  • @raghusrinivasan2127
    @raghusrinivasan21274 ай бұрын

    Fantastic! One of the best travelogues I have seen❤

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    Ай бұрын

    Wow thankyou. That is really kind of you to say that. I am glad you enjoyed following the journey. Wales is a special place. Jake

  • @catherinewalks1207
    @catherinewalks1207 Жыл бұрын

    Only just discovered this: a beautifully filmed and photographed journey from beginning to end.

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    Жыл бұрын

    That is very kind of you to say Catherine. Thanks for watching and I am glad you enjoyed the journey :)

  • @WyeExplorer
    @WyeExplorer2 жыл бұрын

    Finally I got around to watching this end to end. Totally amazing Jake - truly a wonder of a trail. You guys had the time of your lives it looked. Such a sod Pumlumon being in clag. The views from there are spectacular. I loved the photos and settled back as they passed by in tune to the music. Great score by the way. Well, all the best out there - really enjoyable. Mark

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Mark, we certainly got all sorts of weather out there but loved it. Thanks for watching and for the kind comment too. Oh and glad you noticed the photos in time with the music :)

  • @WyeExplorer

    @WyeExplorer

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jakegraham5640 I'm sure the weather did show. A trail in all its moods. A pleasure to watch photos and all. Peace.

  • @nickdipples8562
    @nickdipples856210 ай бұрын

    Bit of nostalgia watching the opening scenes with blackweir and the Taff trail up to Tongwynlais.. used to ride me bike to work up there from Pontcanna to Forest Farm 30 odd years back. Hasn't changed much.

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    10 ай бұрын

    Hey there, wow what a beautiful commute to work that must have been. Its nice that it hasn't changed much and has still got its rural feel considering its so close to a big city. All the best, Jake

  • @brendandunbar698
    @brendandunbar698 Жыл бұрын

    Another great adventure so well captured. A wonderful video so therapeutic to watch. The music chosen is really lovely you have a special talent and thank you for sharing your gift .

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Brendan, that's very nice of you to say. It was a great walk!

  • @metronome9719
    @metronome9719 Жыл бұрын

    Fabulous record of the trip. And I know exactly who left that message for you both in the ground at 16:44 ;-) It was a pleasure, gents!

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    Жыл бұрын

    Amazing you found the video! glad you liked it. Hopefully it brought back great memories. I had to put the message in as it was an unexpected highlight!

  • @D4vidSH
    @D4vidSH2 жыл бұрын

    I am really happy to see you again. Enjoyed being part of your journey and seeing beautiful pictures. Thanks for sharing. Have a great time! Greetings from Germany David

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi David, thanks again for watching our adventure. I hope everything is well in Germany :)

  • @neneirene
    @neneirene11 ай бұрын

    Thank you for this video. It was great escapism and very relaxing 😌

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    10 ай бұрын

    Hi there, I am glad you enjoyed it and found it relaxing. And thanks so much for watching.

  • @FirstClassTimers
    @FirstClassTimers Жыл бұрын

    Incredible! Thanks for sharing, I have never seen so much beautiful green moss 😻

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    Жыл бұрын

    It is so green in the valleys and gorges. Moss and waterfalls, what a great combination! Thanks for watching

  • @JB_FLYA69669
    @JB_FLYA69669 Жыл бұрын

    Thankyou for this great video I never knew of wales' beauty

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    Жыл бұрын

    Thankyou for watching. Wales is truly stunning :)

  • @MrWildWales
    @MrWildWales2 жыл бұрын

    Fair play lads good effort! Some stunning scenes there memories to last forever 👍

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, I know, there will be moments from that trip that I hope I never forget. Sounds like from your name you love Wales too!

  • @MrWildWales

    @MrWildWales

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jakegraham5640 I do a fair bit of exploration of it nearly every weekend 😊👌

  • @Initial80fficial
    @Initial80fficial Жыл бұрын

    Deffo on the bucket list! Looks an epic adventure! Great video and music to go with. I love that you got to pass the telephone and post box in the middle of nowhere! I've been waiting to go there for a while now. One day soon 😊

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    Жыл бұрын

    Hello, thanks for watching the video and I am glad you enjoyed it. It is a brilliant trail, so if you ever get the chance, go for it! Haha that telephone box really was remote. Happy walking Initial80

  • @davecunnington9578
    @davecunnington9578 Жыл бұрын

    Beautifully done!

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching Dave

  • @GreyGhost.
    @GreyGhost.2 жыл бұрын

    EXCELLENT ...... many thanks fellas.

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching Paul

  • @LordQuiche
    @LordQuiche Жыл бұрын

    Marvellous. Thank you 🙏

  • @richardpegg9265
    @richardpegg9265 Жыл бұрын

    nicely done, a time of year when the route looks at its best i feel and artistically you did it great credit

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Richard, it is beautiful at that time with all of the autumn colours.

  • @JasonWicklund
    @JasonWicklund Жыл бұрын

    Great video and inspiration to one day make this trip! Thanks for sharing!

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching Jason

  • @taketwo3662
    @taketwo3662 Жыл бұрын

    Wow this looks incredible, so well filmed and love the photography at the end. Planning to hike the Glyndwr's Way in a few weeks, can't not wait!

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey, thank you for your comment. I feel like I'm constantly coming across the Glyndwr Way path via other walks and it always seems to be in lovely locations. Have an amazing time :)

  • @anthonyhumphries5895
    @anthonyhumphries5895 Жыл бұрын

    What an absolutely amazing video. Spectacularly edited and beautiful to look at, I could honestly watch it all day. Over the last 2 years I've become quite obsessed with hiking and spending as much time as I can out in the wild. I am yet to do cambrian way but your video has definitelly planted that seed now and am going to have to start planning. I've done the beacons way and it was probably the best thing I have ever done. I have a few questions about your trip if you don't mind? Was it purely map and compass you used or did have a handheld gps at all? How often do you do these types of trips? And can I come on the next one 🤣?

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey Anthony, sorry for the slow reply. Thanks for your message, and kind words. I haven't done the Beacons Way but it looks great. You are right, it is obsessive and it feels like doing the longer walks makes even more seem possible. I highly recommend the Cambrian Way, and you can pic alternative routes if you are not up for some of the peaks. We did a lot of that in Snowdonia as we had such rainy weather. Yes we (my brother and I) always use a map and compass. We have never used GPS or a mobile to navigate on any of our walks. This is just personal preference though as we like the idea of using a physical map and seeing the greater area. It makes the experience feel more authentic. Obviously it makes your pack bit heavier. The cicerone guide is also great! I would say we do these trips every couple of years but always have lots of ideas in the pipeline. I have vids from the other big walks on my channel. Good luck with the Cambrian Way if you decide to do it and ask away if there is anything else you want to know about the route . :)

  • @AB-qp6yj
    @AB-qp6yj6 ай бұрын

    Superb lads.Scenery,music. Did you stay at Tyncornel bunkhouse,at the head of the Doethie Valley.

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    5 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching the vid. We camped that night so didn't stay there. My grandad had stayed there in the passed and loved it! What a beautifully remote place

  • @stimmeunderfolg
    @stimmeunderfolg Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for this wonderfull video. It brought some memories back as I visited South Wales quiet often a couple of years ago, due to a long distance relationship I had with a guy from Wales. Do you think a 56 year (old) girl who is ...., well quiet fit could make it? How many miles did you walk per day? Greetings from Germany 🌈🌍🎶🦋🍀

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    Жыл бұрын

    Hello, thank you for the kind comment. Yes I'm sure you would be able to do it if you are fairly fit. The most important thing is being able to navigate as there are a number of trackless sections. So being competent with a map and compass is important. The great thing is you can adapt the route if you feel like some of the more challenging parts are too much. There are lots of places to stay on route too ( apart from the middle section). We did around 12-14miles a day. If you want any more info then just ask. Have an amazing time if you make it out there. Thanks, Jake

  • @gaycha6589
    @gaycha6589 Жыл бұрын

    What a great video and accomplishment. Did you carry all your food with you? Those packs must have been heavy!

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    Жыл бұрын

    Hello, it was an amazing walk. Wales is one of my favourite places. There were lots of places to resupply on food along the route. In some places, on a daily basis, but in others you would have to carry up to 3 days of food. So the pack weight changed depending on that. The bags were probably on average around 15kg. All the best on your adventures. Jake

  • @madmikesworld5713
    @madmikesworld5713 Жыл бұрын

    I’m setting off this June 2023. Did you follow the route as it says inspired and was 20 days a good pace was it slow due to filming and taking photos for a really good quality video

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey, I bet you are excited, not too far away now. We did generally follow the route but the second half of the trip was so wet that we had to alter our route a bit and avoid some of Snowdonia's highlights. But either way, 3 weeks felt like a good pace if following the route exactly. The filming and photos did make walking a bit slower so you may be able to more miles in a day than we did. Have a great trip!

  • @madmikesworld5713

    @madmikesworld5713

    Жыл бұрын

    @@jakegraham5640 yes I know others will be walking in June but I always have a massive build up prior to walks as it’s part of the adventure for me. The walk is the journey, the full experience is the adventure. I’m going to post up another video today before I actually start on my true prep videos.

  • @jakegraham5640

    @jakegraham5640

    Жыл бұрын

    @@madmikesworld5713 Very true. Great I will take a look once its up!