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Things to Do in the Brecon Beacons | Walks, Waterfalls and Adventures

What Can You Do in the Brecon Beacons?

The Brecon Beacons, now officially called Bannau Brycheiniog, cover 520 square miles of mountains, moorland, valleys, rivers and market towns. It is one of three national parks in Wales and one of the most accessible mountain areas in Britain.

Walking

Pen y Fan is the highest peak in south Wales at 886 metres. The most popular route starts from Pont ar Daf and takes about two hours to the summit. On clear days you can see the Bristol Channel. For something quieter, Fan y Big and Corn Du are equally rewarding with fewer people. The Beacons Way is a 100-mile trail crossing the full width of the national park.

Waterfalls and Caves

Waterfall Country in the south of the park has a cluster of falls along wooded gorges. The Four Waterfalls Walk from Cwm Porth is the classic route, ending at Sgwd yr Eira where you walk behind the curtain of water. Dan yr Ogof showcases caves open to the public, the largest cave system in Western Europe with cathedral-scale chambers.

Stargazing

The Brecon Beacons is an International Dark Sky Reserve, one of only a handful worldwide. On clear nights the Milky Way is visible with the naked eye. The National Park organises stargazing events, and the observatory near Brecon runs public sessions.

Market Towns

Brecon is the main town with independent shops, pubs and restaurants around the cathedral. Crickhowell has become known for its food scene and walking access. Hay-on-Wye, on the park's eastern edge, is famous for its bookshops and annual literary festival.

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Llwynywynau Isaf Barn

Address

Tynberth, Tynreithyn, Tregaron, Ceredigion, SY25 6LW

Telephone
01974 251217

tynberth@outlook.com

Tregaron

Llwynywynau Isaf Barn is a 5 bedroom self catering holiday accommodation that sleeps 10 and is located in Tregaron, Mid Wales. This property is pet friendly allowing for 2 pets. Prices range from £509 to £5187 per week. Local to Llanddewi-Brefi,…

Price
Price £900.00 per unit per week
Bliss by the Sea

Address

Flat 2, 60 Marine Terrace, Belmont, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 2BX

Telephone
07481612598

aberswan@posteo.de

Aberystwyth

Bright seafront flat with stunning views: stay right on Aberystwyth's promenade in this cheerful and colourful flat, perfect for couples or solo travellers looking for comfort by the sea.
Dyfi Hideaway

Address

Dyfi Hideaway, Penestaer, Glandyfi, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8SS

Telephone
07775947674

adam.nags@outlook.com

Glandyfi, Machynlleth

A luxury holiday cottage in the Dyfi Valley near Snowdonia, sleeping up to 6 guests. Pet and family friendly.
Situated on the main Aberystwyth road, with stunning views over the River Dovey (UNESCO Biosphere Reserve). Breathtaking views across the…
Sea Moss Cabin

Address

Chalet 1, Woodlands Holiday Park, Bryncrug, Tywyn, Gwynedd, LL36 9UH

Telephone
01654 782285

brian-matthews@btconnect.com

Bryncrug, Tywyn

Newly refurbished Self-Catering Chalet at the Woodlands Holiday Park, Southern Snowdonia, Gwynedd. Sea view from the patio. Accessible throughout, including Car Parking immediately outside. No steps.

Price
Price £620.00 per unit per week
Madog's Wells

Address

Llanfair Caereinion, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 0DE

Telephone
01938 810 446

info@madogswells.co.uk

Welshpool

Madog's Wells is situated in eight acres of beautiful countryside with woodland walks all around, plenty of wildlife and is ideal for bird-watching, walking or touring Mid Wales. Three wheelchair accessible cottages sleeping 3-6.

Price
Price £205.00 to £305.00 per unit per week
Lake Vyrnwy Hotel | Tower Restaurant

Address

Lake Vyrnwy Hotel & Spa, Lake Vyrnwy, Llanwddyn, Mid Wales, Powys, SY10 0LY

Telephone
01691 870692

info@lakevyrnwyhotel.co.uk

Llanwddyn, Mid Wales

Dine on fine contemporary cuisine at the Lake Vyrnwy Hotel. As memorable as the scenery—not pretentious, undeniably stylish.
Craig Y Nos Castle | Weddings

Address

Craig Y Nos Castle, Craig-y-nos, Brecon Road, Penycae, Swansea, SA9 1GL

Telephone
01639 731167

info@craigynoscastle.com

Penycae

The Castle overlooks Craig-y-Nos Country Park, in the Brecon Beacons National Park, an area of outstanding natural beauty. Steeped in history, the castle was once home of the famous opera singer Adelina Patti.
Welsh Rarebits Collection

Address

Various Locations throughout Wales, SA48 8DD

Telephone
01570 470785

info@rarebits.co.uk

Various Locations throughout Wales

Rarebits is a hand-picked collection of the best places to stay in Wales. We’re individual, personally run and passionate about what we do, not corporate and soul-less – so you can expect the highest standards of hospitality.
Dyffryn Seaside Estate Holiday Park

Address

Dyffryn Ardudwy, Gwynedd, LL44 2HD

Telephone
01341 247220

info@dyffryn-seaside-estate.co.uk

Gwynedd

Caravans for hire 4-6 berths. Wheelchair accessible caravans available. Also 4-6 berth bungalows. Site facilities include spacious pub, self service shop, take away/cafe, laundry, indoor leisure complex and playground. 200 Camping pitches.

Price
Price £21.00 to £30.00 per touring pitch per night normally for one car and 2 people
Vale of Rheidol Railway | Weddings

Address

Vale of Rheidol Railway, Park Avenue, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 1PG

Telephone
01970 625819

info@vor.wales

Aberystwyth

Aberystwyth’s most unique wedding reception venue. Imagine the charm of your very own private steam train, waiting in the station to take you and your guests for a delightful journey through the stunning welsh scenery – a wonderfully unique…
Aberystwyth Cliff Railway

Address

Cliff Terrace, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 2DN

Telephone
01970 617642

manager@aberystwythcliffrailway.co.uk

Aberystwyth

The Aberystwyth Electric Cliff Railway is the longest in Britain and the only one in Wales.

Price
Price £6.00 per child to £18.00 per family
Aeron Coast Holiday Park

Address

Aeron Coast Holiday Park, North Road, Aberaeron, Ceredigion, SA46 0JF

Telephone
01545 570349

enquiries@aeroncoast.co.uk

Aberaeron

22 acres flat coastal parkland only 500 yds from town shops and harbour. Aeron Coast is ideal for a quiet stay outside the peak holiday period. School holidays are devoted to families and entertainment for all ages is provided nightly.

Price
Price £32.00 per pitch per night
Welsh Highland Heritage Railway

Address

The Station Building, Porthmadog, Gwynedd, LL49 9DY

Telephone
01766 513402

info@whr.co.uk

Porthmadog

The WHHR is a small, friendly railway where the train ride is just part of the experience. Free guided tours at the heritage centre. Vintage train.
MOMA WALES | Museum Of Modern Art

Address

Y Tabernacl, Penrallt Street, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8AJ

Telephone
01654 703355

info@moma.machynlleth.org.uk

Machynlleth

Throughout the year MOMA WALES shows Modern Welsh Art, in a series of constantly changing exhibitions featuring Wales' top artists.
Oriel Davies Gallery

Address

Oriel Davies Gallery, The Park, Newtown, Powys, SY16 2NZ

Telephone
01686 625041

desk@orieldavies.org

Newtown

Oriel Davies Gallery, Newtown is a contemporary art gallery in the heart of Wales with an excellent cafe and shop . We are located in beautiful parkland alongside the River Severn.
Telyn Guided Tours | Blue Badge Guide

Address

Snowdonia Mountains & Coast, Harlech, Gwynedd, LL46 2SW

Telephone
07732 340728

sian.rob@btinternet.com

Harlech

Explore Snowdonia on foot, coach, or rail, with an expert guide. Sian is a Blue Badge Guide and member of the Wales Best Guides Association.
Quackers Indoor Play Centre

Address

Newmead Farm, Newbridge-on-Wye, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 6HR

Telephone
01597 860111

quackersnow1@gmail.com

Llandrindod Wells

Quackers is an indoor and outdoor play centre and facilities include the Cowshed Cafe, party rooms, small meeting room, outdoor sandpit, play equipment and pedal go-cart track and a wildlife lake.
Luxury Lodges Wales

Address

Grandstand, Trefeglwys, Caersws, Powys, SY17 5PU

Telephone
01686 430 491

mandy@luxurylodgeswales.co.uk

Caersws

Luxury Lodges Wales are situated in a peaceful and tranquil setting over-looking the Trannon valley, near Newtown, Mid Wales providing sumptuous accommodation to a 5-star standard. Sited on an 80 acre estate with its own panoramic walking trail,…

Price
Price £495.00 to £1,250.00 per unit per week
Aberystwyth University | Conference & Meeting Venue

Address

Aberystwyth University, Penglais, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3BY

Telephone
01970 621960

conferences@aber.ac.uk

Aberystwyth

Conference facilities and meeting rooms from 6 - 1000 delegates, all with high quality audio-visual capability and award winning hospitality. Budget accommodation available year-round, plus thousands of bedroom over the summer months.
National Library | Caffi Pen Dinas

Address

National Library of Wales, Rhiw Penglais, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3BU

Telephone
01970 632540

elaine.turnpenney@llgc.org.uk

Aberystwyth

Situated on the ground floor of the National Library, Abersywyth, Pen Dinas Cafe offers a wide selection of sandwiches, paninis, salads, drinks and desserts, as well as hot meals, vegetarian dishes and home-made cakes. Open Monday to Saturday