Weatherman Walking: The Welsh Coast
Derek Brockway is back exploring Wales’ coast and in the new series of Weatherman Walking: The Welsh Coast, two of west Wales’ most stunning walks are featured.
In the second episode (Friday 16 April on BBC One Wales at 7.35pm), Derek embarks on a 10-mile route from Newport to Fishguard, Derek is joined by archaeologist Dr Erin Lloyd Jones and Onkar Singh Purewal (The Wedding Guru) as the trio explore all the stretch has to offer.
Erin explores a megalithic quarry in the Preseli mountains where she is digging up the past looking to unearth the origins of Stonehenge’s famous bluestones. She says; “I’m delighted to be back with the team for another series, discovering more historical delights along Wales’ coastline. This year, we are all in need of a bit of escapism, and this series of Weatherman Walking brings just that, from the comfort of your living room.
“In this episode, two of my favourite things come together – Wales and stone circles. And not just any stone circle – arguably, the most famous stone circle in the world, Stonehenge. I have really fond memories of many visits to the World Heritage Site throughout my life, and feel so proud of its links with Wales. The monument is still shrouded in mystery, but this is an extremely exciting time as experts uncover hidden origins of the stones using the latest technology.”
Meanwhile, Derek’s journey starts in Newport’s harbour where discovers the area’s smuggling past before making his way through Cwm yr Eglwys to a nearby beach for a spot of kayaking. He takes in the panoramic views of the harbour from Fishguard Fort before finishing in the quay.
Elswhere, Onkar visits the Cilwendeg Shell House, a 100-year-old ornamental pavilion decorated with shells from the nearby shoreline.
Also in featured in the series is a seven mil walk from in south Pembrokeshire from Dale to West Dale that sees Derek meet a local driftwood sculptor and join the Western Beacons Mountain Rescue Team to help with a practice drill.
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