Dyffryn Gwy. Llun: Linda Wright The Wye Valley. Photo: Linda Wright
 

Wye Valley Area of Outstanding
Natural Beauty (AONB)


The Wye Valley AONB is an internationally important protected landscape containing some of the most beautiful lowland scenery in Britain
The 44 mile/72km stretch of the River Wye winds down through the valley through spectacular limestone gorge scenery and dense ravine woodlands.
Superb wildlife, intriguing archaeological and industrial remains and impressive geological features all make it into one of the most fascinating Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Designated in 1971, this unique landscape straddes the border between England and Wales. It includes areas within Gloucestershire, Forest of Dean, Herefordshire and Monmouthshire.
A Management Plan for the AONB enlists a range of partners in conserving and enhancing its beauty for the benefit of present and future generations. Download pdf here

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LATEST NEWS
from the WYE

Kate Humble with dog Badger at Penterry Church

Kate Humble to judge Penterry Photographic Competition ..more
Wye Valley Open Studio..... more
Kids go wild about Newts ...... more
AONB Farming Awards 08 ..... more
Arts in the Wye Valley .....more
Rural Crafts Experiences ....... more
AONB Publications ...... more
Press Releases ...... more
plus new Wye Valley Walk website access here

The Wye Valley's location map

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