Episode 3

Writer and angler Will Millard is on the final stretch of his journey down the River Wye, as it meanders towards the sea and flows through an area of outstanding natural beauty. Will's first stop is in Ross-on-Wye where this stretch of the Wye valley is defined by steep-sided gorges, lined with pristine woodlands, and where the rich lands beyond continue to support the valley's farming industry. Will visits a cider apple farm to taste the Wye's most famous fruit. There are many iconic landmarks on this stretch of the Wye like Symonds Yat and past romantic ruins such as Goodrich Castle, and at Tintern Abbey, Will attempts painting a 'picturesque' masterpiece. As the Wye reaches the town of Chepstow, it becomes a tidal river joining the Severn estuary. In these turbulent waters, a hardy group of fishermen still use a technique that dates back to the 16th century.