After a tough day of cycling yesterday on Welsh Borders Day 2, for Welsh Borders Day 3 we made a major decision to reroute our journey from Clyro to Knighton.

Our initial plan for this tour had been to always cycle on the Welsh side of the border, hence the tour title. However, we were already weary from the previous day and today appeared even more challenging! After all, we were about to head into the Black Mountains. The only way to avoid going over the mountains and going around them instead would require cycling over the border into England. With some reluctance, we took the momentous decision to sacrifice our initial lofty ideal. It was a decision that would prove to be a wise one!

So it was we began our day cycling back to Hay-on-Wye, then along the B4350. It was a fine sunny day.

Into England …

We followed the River Wye as it weaved its way through its valley.

A few miles into the ride we crossed the river.

This was, however, after we had fixed a puncture.

After which, we followed the A438.

Then turned onto the A4111.

This took us through Eardisley.

There was a fair climb over the hill just past Eardisley.

Then, still following the A4111 we headed towards Kington.

As we arrived in Kington, we came across Sally’s Pantry and decided to stop here for a morning cuppa.

Strengthened by our brews, we then cycled through the town and joined the A44.

Then cycled over the edge of the Black Mountains towards Beggar’s Bush.

After leaving the A44, we picked up the B4357.

There was another steep climb at Beggar’s Bush.

We touched Offa’s Dyke Path at Rhos-y-mierch, our highest point of the day.

From there, we turned into the B4355 and dropped into Knighton. This is a town on the Offa’s Dyke Path.

We were staying at the Horse and Jockey Inn, a 14th-century coaching inn. It was an interesting and enjoyable place to stay.

We had our evening meal at the Inn, then afterwards went for a walk to the River Teme.

Down here we took turns crossing the border and back again.

We may have only cycled 28 miles today, and the route may in theory have been easier than originally planned. However, it still had its challenges. That said, we cycled through some fine scenery.

You can view our Welsh Borders Day 3 route from Clyro to Knighton below:

Tomorrow we are off to Welshpool.