Source of the River Teme 3

The source of the River Teme sits high on the moorland north of Powys, a proper walk to get there but worth the leg work if you're into that sort of thing. It's essentially a small spring bubbling up from the hills where Wales and England blur together - nothing flashy, just the beginning of a river that will meander for 40 kilometres before joining the Lugg near Hereford.

You won't find facilities or visitor infrastructure here. It's raw countryside. Walkers and outdoor types will appreciate the isolation and the wider views across the moorland once you've climbed up. History enthusiasts might get a kick from knowing they're standing at the very start of a river that's been flowing since the last ice age. Children under ten might struggle with the hike and could get bored at the destination itself - there's no play area or commentary board, just the spring.

The walk takes a decent chunk of your day depending on where you set out from. Early morning is best to avoid the afternoon cloud that rolls in regularly. It's free, obviously - it's a spring in the middle of nowhere.

If you're staying at Love2Stay Mid Wales nearby, this works as a proper hiking goal rather than a casual afternoon outing. Combine it with walks around the wider moorland and you've got yourself a solid day out. The landscape is beautiful in an understated way - rolling hills, wind-bent grasses, not many people. Not for everyone, but worth doing if you're the type who enjoys finding the source of things.