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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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National Library of Wales

Address

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

Telephone
01970 632801

visitor-services@llgc.org.uk

Aberystwyth

The National Library of Wales is one of the world's great libraries. It is a legal deposit library, and holds the world's largest collection of works about Wales and other Celtic nations.
Troedyrhiw Holiday Cottages

Address

Troedyrhiw, Penparc, Cardigan, Ceredigion, SA43 2AE

Telephone
01239 811564

info@troedyrhiw.com

Cardigan

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Troedyrhiw Holiday Cottages are situated in south west Wales approximately 5 miles north of Cardigan. The cottages are part of a 13 acre smallholding nestling in a picturesque wooded valley of the Nant Arberth.

Price
Price £495.00 to £1,995.00 per unit per week
Meadow Springs Country & Leisure Park

Address

Meadow Springs Country & Leisure Park, Ffinnant, Trefeglwys, Caersws, Powys, SY17 5QZ

Telephone
01686 430654

enquiries@meadowsprings.co.uk

Caersws

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Meadow Springs Country & Leisure Park is a 5* Holiday Park in the heart of rural Mid Wales. This Holiday Park is set in one of the most stunning and beautiful areas of Mid Wales near Newtown, awarded 5* by Visit Wales!

Price
Price £33.00 to £40.00 per touring pitch per night normally for one car and 2 people
Cwm Irfon Lodge Holiday Cottages

Address

Cwm Irfon Lodge, Llanwrtyd Wells, Powys, LD5 4TN

Telephone
01591 610 849

info@cwmirfon.co.uk

Llanwrtyd Wells

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From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Cwm Irfon near Llanwrtyd Wells offer 4 individual cottages set in 3 acres of gardens and woodlands of a Victorian Hunting Lodge. Light & airy with glorious views and direct access to network of walking, riding and mountain biking trails

Price
Price £400.00 to £600.00 per unit per week
Welsh Highland Railway

Address

St Helen's Road, Caernarfon, Gwynedd, LL55 2YD

Telephone
01766 516000

enquiries@ffwhr.com

Caernarfon

The Welsh Highland Railway is the UK's longest heritage railway and runs for 25 miles from Caernarfon where trains start from beneath the castle walls for the journey to Porthmadog.
Quabbs Cabin

Address

Rhos-y-Meirch, Knighton, Powys, LD7 1PD

Telephone
07900437229

stepmac19@yahoo.co.uk

Knighton

Quabbs Cabin, situated on a secluded sheep farm near Knighton, has been carefully designed with eco-conscious travellers in mind, using repurposed materials and incorporating off-grid elements to create a rustic yet luxurious escape. Escape to…
Morben Isaf Holiday Home & Touring Park

Address

Derwenlas, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8SR

Telephone
01654 781473

info@morbenisaf.co.uk

Machynlleth

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

This Holiday Home and Touring Park is ideally located near the historic and picturesque town of Machynlleth.

Price
Price £15.00 to £26.00 per touring pitch per night normally for one car and 2 people
Hafan Yr Afon | Meeting & Function Venue

Address

Hafan yr Afon, Back Lane Car Park, Newtown, Powys, SY16 2NH

Telephone
016868 80777

bookings@opennewtown.org.uk

Newtown

First floor function room for hire, ideal for meetings, presentations, conferences, classes, craft fairs, children's parties and private dining. Adjoining the balcony we have the “Cwtch” a small informal area with comfortable furniture suitable for…
Massage on the Move

Address

Telephone
07518678032

kallika@alchemywellbeing.net

Massage on the Move is the massage service that comes to you. We provide massage and pamper packages in your hotel or holiday let throughout Mid and South Wales.
Our visiting service allows you to enjoy a quality massage and spa treatments in the…
Llyn Tegid | Bala Lake Railway

Address

Llanuwchlyn Station, Llanuwchlyn, Bala, Gwynedd, LL23 7DD

Telephone
01678 540666

enquiries@bala-lake-railway.co.uk

Bala

A scenic heritage train ride through the glorious scenery of the Snowdonia National Park along the shoreline of Bala Lake, Wales' largest natural lake.

Price
Price £5.50 per child to £37.00 per family
Meadow Springs Country & Leisure Park | Water Sports & Activities

Address

Meadow Springs Country & Leisure Park, Ffinnant, Trefeglwys, Caersws, Powys, SY17 5QZ

Telephone
01686 430654

enquiries@meadowsprings.co.uk

Caersws

Discover the thrill of stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) at Meadow Springs Country & Leisure Park, set against the serene backdrop of our flat-water lakes. But the excitement doesn’t stop there! Meadow Springs offers a variety of other exhilarating…
Original Hideaways | The Mill House & The Hay Barn

Address

Trefeglwys, Caersws, Powys, SY17 5PU

Telephone
07977502342

robin@originalhideaways.com

Caersws

Original Hideaways offers two beautifully converted farm buildings for holidays and short breaks in the Mid Wales countryside. Set within 10 acres of private land on a 150-acre working farm, it’s a peaceful place to slow down, enjoy time with…
Llangorse Multi Activity Centre | Accommodation

Address

The Gilfach, Llangorse, Brecon, Powys, LD3 7UH

Telephone
01874 658272

adventures@llangorse.com

Brecon

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From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

The Bunkhouse & Farmhouse group accommodation at Llangorse Multi Activity Centre caters for groups of up to 48 people, and is located at the heart of the stunning Brecon Beacons National Park.

Price
Price £16.00 per person per night
Tyn Y Graig

Address

Llanynis, Builth Wells, Powys, LD2 3HH

Telephone
07879831348

paulsmission1966@gmail.com

Builth Wells

Holiday accommodation at Tyn Y Graig, a former manor house just outside Builth Wells, set in peaceful rural surroundings with wide countryside views. Two self-catering apartments, Bell sleeping six and Woosnam sleeping four, both with ensuite…
Montgomery Trails | Beneath the Fridd

Address

Trefaldwyn | Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6HN

Trefaldwyn | Montgomery

Step out of Montgomery onto field paths giving delightful views and a flavour of the Montgomeryshire countryside.
3 miles (5 km) moderate grade - 1-1.5hours
Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway | Wedding Venue

Address

Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway, Gorsaf Wharf Station, Tywyn, Gwynedd, LL36 9EY

Telephone
01654710472

enquiries@talyllyn.co.uk

Tywyn

The Talyllyn Railway's tea room at Abergynolwyn Station is licensed to hold civil marriage ceremonies. Make your Wedding Day extra special, yet different and less formal - hire a steam-hauled train to collect you and your guests from one of our…
National Wool Museum

Address

National Wool Museum, Dre-fach Felindre, Near Newcastle Emlyn, Llandysul, SA44 5UP

Telephone
0300 111 2 333

wool@museumwales.ac.uk

Near Newcastle Emlyn

Discover the spellbinding story of the Welsh woollen industry - Located in the historic former Cambrian Mills, shirts and shawls, blankets and bedcovers, woollen stockings and socks were all made here, and sold in the surrounding countryside - and…
Centre for Alternative Technology | Stay

Address

Pantperthog, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9AZ

Telephone
01654 705950

Machynlleth

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

CAT’s on-site accommodation is housed within the WISE building, a beautifully designed and award winning eco facility right in the middle of the Visitor Centre. Visitors can dine in CAT's vegetarian café and enjoy free access to the Visitor Centre.

Price
Price £40.00 per person per night to £80.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast
Tan yr Allt Holiday Cottages

Address

Tan yr Allt, Tregaron, Ceredigion, SY25 6NL

Telephone
01974 299309

enquiries@tan-yr-allt.co.uk

Tregaron

Tan yr Allt is tucked into a hillside in west Wales with sweeping views of the Cambrian Mountains. Romantic accommodation available in Y Granar and Cwt Cwtshlyd (each sleeping 2 guests), with dogs welcome too. By pre-arrangement, you can also bring…
Call of the Wild

Address

Ty Anturiath, 83 Church Road, Seven Sisters, Neath, SA10 9DT

Telephone
01639 700388

Seven Sisters

Adventure Britain offer all inclusive stag and hen activity weekends. We have arranged 100's of weekends over the years so have the expertise to meet your requirements.
Llanoddian Isaf Cottages

Address

Dolanog, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 0JU

Telephone
01938 810324

eleri@llanoddian.co.uk

Welshpool

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Two spacious self catering cottages near Welshpool, Powys, with wide countryside views and easy access to Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park. Set on a peaceful smallholding at Llanoddian Isaf, they suit families and friends staying together or…

Price
Price £795.00 to £950.00 per unit per week