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Bannau Brycheiniog | Brecon Beacons

Welcome to Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons), a walker's paradise where every step leads you through a tapestry of breathtaking landscapes and serene nature.

For those yet to discover this gem, Powys, the heart of Wales, is a land of contrasts and natural beauty. It's the largest county in Wales, a realm where valleys merge with mountains, creating a diverse canvas that houses most of the Brecon Beacons National Park. Here, every path, every trail, tells a story, inviting you to become part of its enduring legacy. Welcome to a world where each step is an adventure, and every stay is a memory waiting to be made. Welcome to the Brecon Beacons.

Looking for somewhere to rest your walking boots? All our hotels, guesthouses, self-catering, glamping sites (and more) welcome walkers, but some have gone the extra mile and attained official ‘Walkers Welcome’ accreditation.

If you’re unfamiliar with this part of the world, Powys is the largest county in Wales, encompassing a landscape of valleys and mountains, including most of Brecon Beacons National Park.

Brecon Beacons National Park lies on the border between Mid Wales and South Wales & covers an area of 520 square miles. This area includes the Fforest Fawr UNESCO Global Geopark and is an International Dark Sky Reserve.

Walk by day and star gaze by night. Or shop by day. Crickhowell, previous winner of the Best British High Street award), is a Georgian town on the edge of the Brecon Beacons.

Or find new books in Hay-on-Wye - in Welsh 'Y Gelli Gandryll' or just 'Y Gelli' is well known as 'the town of books'.

Or find a quirky event in Llanwrtyd Wells. The World Alternate Games, Bog Snorkelling or Man v Horse Marathon, perhaps?

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Llanwrtyd Wells

Llanwrtyd Wells is the smallest town in Britain. It is also one of the friendliest, having a long history of catering for the many visitors who today come to enjoy the unspoilt beauty of the surrounding Cambrian Mountains.
Aberhonddu | Brecon

Brecon is a historic market town where you'll enjoy losing yourself...not only in the narrow streets and passageways lined with Georgian and Jacobean shopfronts, but in the sense of timelessness about the place.
Crug Hywel | Crickhowell

The historic town of Crickhowell lies on the River Usk on the southern edge of the Black Mountains in the Eastern part of the Brecon Beacons National Park.
Y Fenni | Abergavenny

Abergavenny is the traditional gateway to South Wales and to the Brecon Beacons National Park. The old market town is surrounded by beautiful border countryside and home to the best food festival in the UK.
Bannau Brycheiniog | Brecon Beacons National Park

Bannau Brycheiniog | Brecon Beacons National Park lies on the border between Mid Wales and South Wales and includes Fforest Fawr UNESCO Global Geopark and International Dark Sky Reserve

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Old Mill

Address

Felinfach, Brecon, Powys, LD3 0UB

Telephone
01874 625385

thefelinfachmill@yahoo.co.uk

Brecon

A 16th century converted corn mill, peacefully situated, en-suite rooms, residents lounge. Ideal for walking and touring the Brecon Beacons, Black Mountains and Hay-on-Wye. Single Occupancy £65.00 per night

Price
Price £80.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast
Aberhyddnant Farm Cottages

Address

Crai, Brecon, Powys, LD3 8YS

Telephone
01874 636 797

info@abercottages.com

Brecon

Lovely, comfortable cottages on working organic hill farm in the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park. Great walking from your doorstep, 200 acres to explore, have a campfire, go building, stargazing or relax surrounded by nature.

Price
Price £505.00 to £1,134.00 per unit per week
Brecon Beacons Resort

Address

Dan yr Ogof National Showcaves of Wales, Abercrave, Powys, SA9 1GJ

Telephone
01639 730284

info@showcaves.co.uk

Abercrave

A holiday at Brecon Beacons Resort offers you a group of traditional stone and slate cottage style apartments in a truly breathtaking mountain setting in the heart of the National Park.

Price
Price £850.00 per unit per week
Craig Y Nos Castle | Weddings

Address

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

Telephone
01639 731167

michael.ludwig@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.
Brecon Retreat

Address

Brecon Retreat, Glynmeddig House, Pentrefelin, Sennybridge, Powys, LD3 8UA

Telephone
01874 636263

info@breconretreat.co.uk

Pentrefelin, Sennybridge

Unique luxury self-catering accommodation with Hot Tubs. Nestled next to the stream and river in the beautiful surroundings of the Brecon Beacons.
Llangorse Activity Centre | Camping Park

Address

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

Telephone
01874 658272

bookings@activityuk.com

Brecon

The on-site camping area at Llangorse Multi Activity Centre in the heart of the Brecon Beacons National is in an informal location with stunning views overlooking Llangorse Lake.

Price
Price £15.00 to £18.00 per touring pitch per night normally for one car and 2 people
Usk & Railway Inn

Address

Sennybridge, Brecon, Powys, LD3 8RS

Telephone
01874 636101

hello@uskandrailwayinn.com

Brecon

Convieniently positioned at the centre of Sennybridge Village, within the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park, the fully refurbished Usk & Railway Inn is the ideal base for all there is to do and see.
Talgarth

Address

Brecon, Powys, LD3 0BW

Brecon

The ancient market Town of Talgarth nestles beneath the Black Mountains which run along the border between Wales and England. Close to Brecon, Crickhowell and Hay-on-Wye, it provides an ideal base for visitors wishing to explore the area.
The Royal Welsh Regimental Museum

Address

The Barracks, Brecon, Powys, LD3 7EB

Telephone
01874 613310

hello@royalwelshmuseum.wales

Brecon

The Museum tells the story of four of the British army’s most famous regiments. This history, beginning in 1689, is told through many objects including uniforms, medals, weapons and models.
Llangadog Railway Station

Address

Station Rd, Llangadog, Carmarthenshire, SA19 9LU

Telephone
0800 464 0000

Llangadog

Llangadog railway station is on the Heart of Wales Line which runs from Shrewsbury to Swansea.
Brecon Beacons | Black Mountains

Address

Nr Crickhowell, Powys

Nr Crickhowell

The Black Mountains in the Brecon Beacons National Park are spread across Powys, Monmouthshire and Herefordshire. Great for walking and the iconic Sugar Loaf Mountain is a great place to experience dark skies.
Brecon | Pen Y Crug Walk

Address

Aberhonddu | Brecon, Powys, LD3 7AD

Telephone
01874 624437

enquiries@beacons-npa.gov.uk

Aberhonddu | Brecon

Starting from Brecon Cathedral and a residential part of town, the walk takes you to a superb vantagepoint, Pen y Crug, surmounted by the ramparts and ditches of an Iron Age hill-fort.
Llandovery Railway Station

Address

Station Yard, Llandovery, Carmarthenshire, SA20 0BG

Telephone
0800 464 0000

Llandovery

Llandovery railway station is on the Heart of Wales Line that runs from Shrewsbury to Swansea.
Pwll y Wrach Nature Reserve

Address

Talgarth, Powys, LD3 7LH

Telephone
01874 625708

info@welshwildlife.org

Powys

This 21 acre hillside site embodies the essence of all that is best about the woodland dingles of Mid Wales. Easy access trail through the wood.
Crickhowell Red - Mynydd Du Forest Route

Address

Crug Hywel | Crickhowell, Powys, NP8 1AA

Telephone
01874 623366

mountain.centre@breconbeacons.org

Powys

Mynydd Du Forest Route 36km
Brecon County Show

Address

Brecon County Showground, The Watton, Brecon, Powys, LD3 7PL

Telephone
01874 611881

breconshow@gmail.com

Brecon

A great day out for all the family featuring Livestock and Main Ring Attractions as well as Domestic, Horticulture, Food Hall and Craft.
Hay Festival

Address

Hay-on-Wye, Powys, HR3 5AD

Telephone
01497 822629

boxoffice@hayfestival.org

Hay-on-Wye

Hay Festival Wales will take place 25 May-4th June 2023 featuring some of the world’s greatest writers, thinkers and performers live from Hay-on-Wye.
Abergavenny to Little Skirrid

Address

Y Fenni | Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 5HD

rightsofway@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Monmouthshire

Begin behind Abergavenny railway station, continuing on to the slopes of the Little Skirrid. Take the steep path to the cleared summit for breath-taking views then descend via forestry tracks, returning through fields skirting the hill.
Crug Hywel | Crickhowell

Address

Crickhowell, Powys, NP8 1AA

Telephone
01873 853254

Crickhowell

The historic town of Crickhowell lies on the River Usk on the southern edge of the Black Mountains in the Eastern part of the Brecon Beacons National Park.
Brecon Town Walk | Priory Groves

Address

Aberhonddu | Brecon, Powys, LD3 7AD

Telephone
01874 624437

enquiries@beacons-npa.gov.uk

Aberhonddu | Brecon

Priory Groves is a mixed woodland, bordering the Honddu river, with oak, beech, hazel and alder trees.Near the river, look out for dippers at any time of year, and grey wagtails in summer. In spring and early summer there is a good display of wild…