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Meet Will – The Youngest Man To Walk Around Wales

16th March 2017 by Ed Maughan Leave a Comment

Meet Will – The Youngest Man To Walk Around Wales

Will Renwick has a passion for Welsh landscapes. That, and walking. He's notched up thousands of miles exploring Wales on foot. Not only has he walked the Wales Coast Path, but also the Offa's Dyke … [Read more...]

Bike Park Wales – The UK’s Best Mountain Bike Trails?

24th June 2017 by Ed Maughan Leave a Comment

Bike Park Wales – The UK’s Best Mountain Bike Trails?

BikePark Wales is being hailed as one of the best locations for mountain biking in Wales (and the UK!). The project has been built up over five years by a team passionate on bringing the UK's best … [Read more...]

Millican: A Meaningful Journey 2 – James Bowden

10th June 2017 by Ed Maughan Leave a Comment

Millican: A Meaningful Journey 2 – James Bowden

Millican are back with part two of their wonderful Meaningful Journey series. The first edition told the story of Jim Marsden. Part two, titled 'Perspective' follows travel photographer James … [Read more...]

Long Exposures and Landscapes: Meet Paul Templing

10th June 2017 by Ed Maughan Leave a Comment

Long Exposures and Landscapes: Meet Paul Templing

In our latest edition of Meet the Photographer, celebrating Wales's best photographic talents, we meet Paul Templing. You might know Cardiff based Paul as @templopolis, his Instagram username - … [Read more...]

Photographing The Wye Valley – Meet Adam Handley

5th May 2017 by Ed Maughan 1 Comment

Photographing The Wye Valley – Meet Adam Handley

Next up in our Meet the Photographer series, we meet Adam Handley. Adam Handley hails from the Wye Valley in South Wales. As his Instagram shows, he can often be found exploring the borders with … [Read more...]

Discover Dryslwyn Castle and Paxton’s Tower

24th April 2017 by Ed Maughan Leave a Comment

Discover Dryslwyn Castle and Paxton’s Tower

A few weeks back I posted about our trip to some of the castles surrounding Llandeilo. This is the follow up day out taking in the nearby Dryslwyn Castle and Paxton's Tower .   Last time … [Read more...]

Meet the Photographer: Alyn ‘Wally Wanders’ Wallace

23rd April 2017 by Ed Maughan Leave a Comment

Meet the Photographer: Alyn ‘Wally Wanders’ Wallace

Next up in our Meet the Photographer series is the brilliant Alyn Wallace.   You might know him from Instagram as 'Wally Wanders'. He's one of Wales most followed photographers - and … [Read more...]

Millican: A Meaningful Journey

19th April 2017 by Ed Maughan 1 Comment

Millican: A Meaningful Journey

The folk at Millican have launched a new video series, celebrating the meaning in every journey. We're big fans of Millican as it is. Their handmade, sustainable bags and accessories are some of the … [Read more...]

Feature in the Discover Cymru Calendar 2018

16th April 2017 by Ed Maughan Leave a Comment

Feature in the Discover Cymru Calendar 2018

Last year we produced the first ever Discover Cymru calendar. It featured 13 stunning images from across Wales, contributed by 12 amazing Welsh Instagrammers. We printed a limited run of just a … [Read more...]

Meet the Photographer: Nathanael Jones

16th April 2017 by Ed Maughan Leave a Comment

Meet the Photographer: Nathanael Jones

In our third instalment of our 'Meet the Photographer' series we meet Nathanael Jones.   Nathanael Jones is based in Newport, South Wales and his Instagram feed showcases shots from … [Read more...]

Preview: The Good Life Experience 2017

30th March 2017 by Ed Maughan Leave a Comment

Preview: The Good Life Experience 2017

Looking for a brilliant Welsh festival experience? Look no further. Welcome to The Good Life Experience. The Good Life Experience is the brainchild of Cerys Matthews MBE, Steve Abbott and Charlie … [Read more...]

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  • You're going to want to swipe left ⬅️ to soak up the full beauty of this panoramic shot of the sunrise at Fan Brycheiniog by @mikethesnow - what a beauty! I hope you all enjoyed the sunshine today. I spent the day exploring Mynydd Troed and Mynydd Llangorse in the Brecon Beacons - see some of the views on our story. 
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  • Happy Friday all! The weekend is just around the corner - what adventures do you have planned? This epic shot was snapped at Marloes Sands, Pembrokeshire by the brilliant @drewbphotography. 
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  • Rhossili has topped countless lists as being the best beach in Wales/ the UK/ the world! Where's yours? This shot by @gulz8 
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  • Happy Sunday - this epic aerial shot off Penmon point comes via @hollieharm - stunning! We've just announced the winner of our competition for a @homeofmillican camera bag on our story - check it out! 
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  • An absolute stunner of a shot of the Brecon Beacons from one of our favourite photographers, @wallywanders. Alyn is working with @pushdoctor to promote the health benefits of getting outside and walking - check out his latest shots to learn more. 
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  • Some absolutely incredible stories rolling in on our previous post for the @homeofmillican giveaway - go give them a read and submit yours! This epic shot of Beaumaris Castle in Snowdonia comes via @james.timothy96 🏰

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  • 🎉 30,000 followers! 🎉

To celebrate we've joined forces with Millican for an amazing giveaway. One lucky follower will win their brilliant Marsden camera pack (above!). This 32 litre bag with easy access rear opening and tripod holder is the perfect companion for any adventure with a camera in tow. 
To enter, simply: 
1. Like this shot and give @homeofmillican a follow. 
2. Head to the comments and tell us the story of your favourite adventure in Wales. It could be a favourite location, activity or just the tale of the day you took your favourite photograph. 
We'll announce the winner this Sunday. Good luck, and thanks for following!
  • Three Cliffs Bay is one of Wales' very best. In fact, it's one of two beaches on the Gower to make it into our Top Ten. Check out the full list via the link in our profile 🌊

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  • What a weekend! I hope you all managed to get out and enjoy the weather. This beauty of a shot of the sun setting over Pen Yr Ole Wen comes via @eilir30 
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  • It's set to be a scorcher out there this weekend! 🌞

Enjoy the sunshine and make sure tag us in your pictures and use #DiscoverCymru for a feature. This lovely shot of Llanddwyn Island off of Anglesey comes via @james.timothy96
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