Mile 47+
Monmouth, Wales, United Kingdom
Mile 47+ is a paddle location situated in Monmouth, Wales, within the United Kingdom. The site is positioned at coordinates 51.80578, -2.70779 and represents a river access point along a numbered mile marker system commonly used for navigation on British waterways.
This location falls within the Monmouth area, a region in Wales with established paddling heritage. The designation "Mile 47+" suggests it serves as a reference point for paddlers traveling along a particular river route, likely the Wye or Severn given the geographic location. Such mile markers typically indicate distance from a standard starting point and help paddlers gauge their progress and plan their journeys accordingly.
No formal facilities are listed at this location, indicating it may be a basic access point rather than a developed launch site with amenities. Paddlers using Mile 47+ should plan accordingly, bringing any necessary equipment and supplies with them. The unmarked status suggests it may appeal to more experienced paddlers familiar with self-sufficient paddling or those exploring lesser-developed sections of local waterways. The coordinates place it in a rural part of Monmouth, typical of many traditional river access points throughout Wales.