Top Things to do in Brecon Beacons National Park
What to do and see in Brecon Beacons National Park, Wales: The Best Nature & Parks
Discover the best top things to do in Brecon Beacons National Park, United Kingdom including Pen-y-Fan, Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal, Sgwd yr Eira, Llyn y Fan Fach, Trans Wales Trails, Crug Hywel (Table Mountain), Alpaca my Boots, Red Kite Feeding Station Llanddeusant, Lower Blaen y Glyn, Black Mountain Quarries.
Restaurants in Brecon Beacons National Park
1. Pen-y-Fan
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 921 reviews
At just under 3,000 feet, this is the highest mountain in South Wales and the jewel in the crown that is the Brecon Beacons National Park.
Reviewed By BackinBracknell - Bracknell, United Kingdom
The paths have been much improved since I last climbed Pen y Fan 25 years ago! If you're just looking for a straightforward there and back route the shortest option is from the Pont ar Daf car park on the A470 where there are toilets and refreshments. From here the path is now excellent all the way up to the top and you can take in the summit of Corn Du (873m) as well before reaching the highest point of Pen y Fan at 886m. It's a challenging climb but steady and not super strenuous. If you stick to the main path there are no narrow ledges and there's no scrambling involved. Also as the starting point is already at 430m the ascent is less than you might expect. This route is very popular though so it is likely to be busy and if you want to avoid the crowds choose a different option! Obviously try to go on a clear day, but even when it's not so good it's still a great walk and very exhilarating. It's a serious mountain though so be prepared. Check the forecast, wear walking boots and take waterproofs and an extra layer of clothing even if it's sunny and warm in the car park. It sounds overkill but the weather can change very quickly and catch you out. If the cloud comes down the visibility can drop to near zero and it's surprisingly easy to get disorientated.
2. Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal
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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.
3. Sgwd yr Eira
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5.0 based on 308 reviews
Reviewed By GDhengoed
Walk behind the falls Ive walked here numerous times taking new people for a wonderful experience. After heavy rain it is spectacular. Be warned it can be very slippery and twice the rocks behind the falls were frozen which meant we had to walk through the river to continue our loop walk. Not needed if you return along your access route. This is not somewhere you should walk without a reasonable level of fitness. North access involves numerous steep steps. Southern access is easier. When water levels are high access behind the falls is slippery and awkward .
4. Llyn y Fan Fach
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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.
5. Trans Wales Trails
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5.0 based on 76 reviews
Trail riding on beautiful Welsh cobs across the Brecon Beacons and beyond. We offer day rides, short breaks and longer trail riding breaks across Wales.
Reviewed By hytnermarriott
Rosie was DELIGHTFUL, got the measure of us really quickly and we had great rapport throughout. The horses were suitably interesting - not just plodding around, but also really safe and sturdy over some quite dodgy cliffs. Such spectacular views and a total delight. Really worth every penny. Couldn't recommend more.
6. Crug Hywel (Table Mountain)
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By QueenieWorcester - Droitwich, United Kingdom
Thoroughly enjoyed this walk which we found online. Challenging at the start but worth it. It was a nearly 13 mile circular walk. Parked at the carpark near the Crickhowell visitor centre. Went to a nearby coffee shop and then we started. Along the main road then straight up table mountain. Wow the views. Then upwards to cover 3 pens which are relatively flat. Back down and then back up table mountain ending up back at Crickhowell and then to the pub. Perfect day! Quite a few people doing the same. You could even extend the walk to cover more pens and make it around 19 miles.
7. Alpaca my Boots
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5.0 based on 52 reviews
Our alpaca treks allow you to experience walking and feeding your own individual alpaca. As you trek together around the Brecon Beacons National Park, you will learn some interesting facts about these enchanting and curious animals. The fantastic scenery provides the perfect backdrops for those all important alpaca selfies and photographs. We strive to provide you with a therapeutic and amusing experience which can be shared with family and friends.
Reviewed By 738rieb - Brecon, United Kingdom
100% recommended, Thoroughly enjoyed by the whole family! Children aged 4 and 7 loved meeting, leading and feeding the gorgeous friendly alpacas. Great opportunity to get out in the fresh air for a couple of hours and admire the beautiful surroundings ????. Lou and Nick were really welcoming and friendly. ????
8. Red Kite Feeding Station Llanddeusant
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4.5 based on 320 reviews
Cash only .£5.00 adults £4.00 OAP £3.00 CHILD A purpose built hide for viewing the feeding of the Wild Red Kites . The hide has some wooden benches to sit on and standing room with a shelf to rest a camera on . We feed at 3.00PM SUMMER and then 2.00PM when the clocks fall back the end of OCTOBER. You need to be inside the hides before feeding time. NOISE must be kept to a minimum so that the Red Kites are not scared away. Children must be taken out if making too much noise . Remember these birds are wild and we have no control on how many will turn up or how soon they will dive in for the food . Every day is different and also weather dependant. PLEASE EAT, DRINK ETC ON ROUTE. WELL BEHAVED DOGS WELCOME must be on a lead. REMEMBER YOU MUST BE IN THE HIDE BEFORE FEEDING SO YOU WILL NOT BE TURNED AWAY . THEY ARE COMPLETELY WILD AND WE CANNOT PREDICT HOW SOON THEY WILL COME IN TO FEED . You may need to wait . If you cannot wait then there is no point in coming to see the Red Kites .
Reviewed By sld17 - Welwyn Garden City, United Kingdom
This is an amazing experience! It’s so worth the journey. I’ve been to another kite feeding station Wales, which was amazing with fantastic facilities, and although this is a very basic set up it is all you need to get the best possible view of these beautiful birds. The owners are very friendly and the £4 admission is excellent value. If you enjoy wildlife photography this is an incredible place that gives you a wonderful opportunity to get really close to the birds. We went at the end of February, loved it so much we went back again the next day. There was ample parking (at this time of year but could get busy in summer months) with just a short 3 minute walk to the site. I must also mention Alice, the friendliest cat in the world who we fell in love with!
9. Lower Blaen y Glyn
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4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By OxfordTim - Oxford, United Kingdom
Found this walk by accident driving through the Brecon Beacons. Smallish car park was almost full when we arrived, so some cars had to park outside. There was a warden in attendance doing his best to marshall the car park. There were two walks either side of the river, of which we chose the left hand one as you leave the car park. It was the easier of the two to get to the top as it has a hard gravel surface. The right hand one could be a bit slippery if wet, but is definitely preferable as you are right next to the water, whereas it is hidden for most of the time if you take the right hand path. At the top you are rewarded with a couple of lovely waterfalls, which were in full flow as it had rained heavily recently. Well worth the effort, probably took about 30-45 minutes to reach the top depending upon your walking abiluty
10. Black Mountain Quarries
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4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By gwenc323 - Chieveley, United Kingdom
We thoroughly enjoyed exploring the old quarries including some very well preserved lime kilns. It made for a great 2 hours walk in stunning scenery. If you have young children you would need to be vigilant as there are plenty of unfenced drops.
