Top Things to do in Wales
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Things to do in Wales, Wales: The Best Bodies of Water
Discover the best top things to do in Wales, United Kingdom including Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal, Cregennan Lakes, Llyn y Fan Fach, Llyn Ogwen, Lake Vyrnwy, Caswell Bay, Langland Bay, Afon Tryweryn, The Warren, Llangollen Canal.
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1. Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 471 reviews
Opened in 1812, this major waterway runs 42 miles from Brecon to Newport, Gwent, where the first 33 miles are navigable.
Reviewed By Cragnet - Worcester, United Kingdom
Walked from Brecon to Talybont along the tow path and what a fantastic walk !! Managed a quick refresher at the Royal Oak in Pencelli (right on the canalside) - super little pub.
2. Cregennan Lakes
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 106 reviews
Reviewed By johnpV509ZP - Blackwater, United Kingdom
We were driving along the A493 coast road on the west near here and saw the sign so thought we would take a look. I must warn you it is quite a hair raising drive from this side! Step, narrow, with few passing places, hair pin bends and a crest you drive over where the angle is so high you momentarily cannot see if there is anything the other side! Plus you will need to own farm gates as you go along, don't feel like we initially did that you are going the wrong way! We were amazed when we finally got there to see so many vehicles in the car park. We left from the other exit which takes you towards Dolgellau and this is a much easier route. Views here are stunning and we climbed up the big rocky hill near here to get a view looking down which was well worth it, despite winds that felt like they would knock us off
3. Llyn y Fan Fach
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By adamdI8870TK - Talbot Green, United Kingdom
Easy access to the free car park and easy to moderate path to the lake and mountain top. I would recommend going to the toilet before heading to this car park and walk as there are no facilities.
4. Llyn Ogwen
5. Lake Vyrnwy
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 556 reviews
Considered Wales’ most beautiful lake and located just a short drive from the Shropshire border, Lake Vyrnwy is ideal for twitchers, cyclists and fishing fans. Swimming, overnight camping and open fires are strictly prohibited.
Reviewed By AndreK933 - London, United Kingdom
Whilst staying at the hotel, we ventured out around the lake a few days. The weather can change quite rapidly but the walks and views are well worth getting caught in a downpour. Walking across the bridge was a highlight, offering some points of interest like the well appointed RSPB shop and a lovely cafe. If you’re a nature lover there is easily days worth of walks/hikes in the area to keep your interest. Extremely scenic area and well worth the long drive to get to!
6. Caswell Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 786 reviews
Reviewed By Super_Sixy - Leicester, United Kingdom
Lovely sandy beach. Spacious but not too big. Safe to swim in marked zone. Lifeguards on duty. We had no problem parking, just remember to take change for the ticket meter, and be aware if you have small kids that there is a road to cross between car park and beach. Toilet facilities and shop selling refreshments on site. Highly recommended for a simple enjoyable family beach day.
7. Langland Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 461 reviews
Reviewed By 641megans - Cwmbran, United Kingdom
Coastal walk was beautiful and highly recommend it, the views were breathtaking. Car parking is £6.00 for a full day, takes card and cash. Has a couple of small shops for ice creams / chips and a restaurant. Beach is quite rocky in parts but still fine for families etc to sit & play.
8. Afon Tryweryn
9. The Warren
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By MoreRoamin - Glasgow, United Kingdom
We walked along the river from Hay Bridge following the old railway line. The path is through a wooded area then opens up to the meadow before reaching the shingle beach and swimming spot. A local artist has installed wooden sculptures along the path as you walk away, upstream from the bridge to the Warren - kingfisher, woodpecker, numerous owls. The Warren is a clean open area. Popular with families and dog walkers. Terrific for a paddle or swim. Or sit at watch the canoes and kayaks drift by coming down from Glasebury.
10. Llangollen Canal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 349 reviews
Reviewed By J0b_27 - Worcester, United Kingdom
Fabulous walk , plenty of resting benches along the way and a fabulous Tea shop to stop at, and a chance to see the horse drawn barges
