Re-connect with nature in the Brecon Beacons
As a perfect antidote to the urban grind, or a stress free alternative to a beach holiday, the Brecon Beacons is the place to visit to relax and unwind.
Expect to find a landscape infused with its own histories and cultures. The National Park has some of the highest quality dark skies in the whole of the UK, making it the perfect destination for stargazers.
From high octane adventure activities and extreme sports to meandering streams, pleasant pastures and Neolithic stone circles, the 520 square miles of the Brecon Beacons has it all.
The traditional market towns form the gateways to the Brecon Beacons each retain their own charm. Abergavenny, Crickhowell and Brecon are towns with a wealth of history, and where you can find vibrant and exciting events going on all year round.
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Pen y Fan & Corn Du
Pen y Fan and Corn Du are the two highest peaks of the central Brecon Beacons. They dominate the landscape for miles around, and make up one of the most recognisable skylines in the UK.At 886m, Pen y Fan is the highest mountain in southern Britain, followed by Corn Du at 873m and Cribyn at 795m, and each year more than 250,000 pairs of feet make the trek to the summits of these impressive peaks.
Stargazing
On a clear night in the Brecon Beacons, you can see the Milky Way, major constellations, bright nebulas and even meteor showers. It’s enough to make anyone starry eyed.
The Brecon Beacons is one of the highest quality dark skies in the whole of the UK, making it the perfect destination for stargazers. The National Park became an International Dark Sky Reserve in 2012 and the 5th destination in the world to be accredited.
Walking & Hiking
The area is well known for walking and outdoor activities there are over 2000 miles of public footpaths in the area with a range of difficult highland paths or the gentle slopes. The long distance Taff trail or Beacons Way footpaths are ideal way to discover the area if you have a few days to spare.
