Offa's Dyke is 40
177 miles long, reaching from Chepstow to Prestatyn, Offa's Dyke celebrates 40 years as a national trail
Last updated: 13 November 2011
Country Focus - Sunday 13th November at 0700; presented by Rachael Garside and repeated Monday 13th November at 0530
It's developed into one of Britain's most popular walks with ramblers flocking from across the world to enjoy the spectacular scenery on offer - but is it reaching it's economic potential? A new scheme hoping to help the economy of communities along Offa's Dyke has been launched. Called "Walking with Offa" it aims to encourage tourists to experience not only the national trail itself, but the wider area, known as Offa's Country.
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