Top Things to do in Brecon Beacons National Park
What to do and see in Brecon Beacons National Park, Wales: The Best Things to do Good for Couples
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, Beacon Park Day Boats, Brecon Beacons Tours, Good Day Out, Wings Of Wales, Jacob Sheep Trekking and Farm Experience Days.
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1. Pen-y-Fan
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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. Beacon Park Day Boats
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5.0 based on 98 reviews
Come to our private wharf at Llangattock and hire a luxury electric boat to explore the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal. Pack a picnic or enjoy lunch at one of the canalside pubs. You can even bring your dog along for the cruise! A perfect day out if you... - like to take your children on an adventure - enjoy relaxing with friends - would like to bring your dog with you - are keen to try a new activity - enjoy watching wildlife - want to explore the beautiful Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal. Boats are available for hire from March to November. Advance booking recommended.
7. Brecon Beacons Tours
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5.0 based on 40 reviews
Brecon Beacons Tours provides sightseeing tours, and walking tours in the Brecon Beacons National Park in Wales. Our tours start from Abergavenny station or, by arrangement, from your accommodation in the National Park. It is possible to do our tours as a day trip from several UK cities including Cardiff and London. We can also offer bespoke private tours, linear walks using your vehicle, geological tours, and once a year an all Wales tour. Brecon Beacons Tours is based within the National Park, and is run by James Cresswell. He is Geoscientist (M.Sc.) and Mountain Leader with 10+ years of experience guiding trips all around the world. His family has lived in the Brecon Beacons for generations and he is an accredited ambassador to the Brecon Beacons National Park, the Fforest Fawr Geopark and the Brecon Beacons International Dark Skies Reserve.
8. Good Day Out
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5.0 based on 273 reviews
Walks with animals and other great days out as seen on BBC Countryfile. Experience days and adventures within small groups in the Brecon Beacons National Park. Activities include: Piggy Walks with a Pig-Nic, Walk a Mini Donkey, Dinky Donkey Games and a Sheepdog morning. All activities focus on high interaction and are within small groups with engaging knowledgeable trainers. Individuals can book for dates on our website, but private tours are possible for group sizes ranging from very small to larger groups by special arrangement, dependent on the seasonal nature of some of the experiences. Bespoke trips in the Brecon Beacons National Park can be arranged - personal recommendations for everything concerning your trip, just contact us to ask. With all bookings, a related good cause also benefits so you can have a good day out while doing good! All are outdoors and we take every precaution to keep you safe while having a good time.
9. Wings Of Wales
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5.0 based on 62 reviews
We are a education, conservation and outdoor activity business based in the stunning Brecon Beacons National Park. We fly eagles, vultures, hawks, falcons and owls with the general public. Wings Of Wales has was established in 2015 by conservation photographer and bird of prey handler Lewis Phillips. He has been working in conservation, educating the public and flying birds for over ten years. Lewis has worked alongside many different conservation trusts in Britain and other countries around the world. We aspire to teach people about real issues that affect birds of prey in the wild. Our other aims are to encourage education on habitat management and the politics that can affect birds of prey. But more than all of that we want you to have as much fun as possible with us while you are flying our birds of prey in the stunning countryside of Wales. Our location is Penderyn, in the Brecon Beacons national park.
10. Jacob Sheep Trekking and Farm Experience Days
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5.0 based on 22 reviews
Walk a sheep in the picturesque Brecon Beacons. Experience nature with the company of your very own sheep. Sheep Treks run from March - September, check out our website for current availability. Fancy something different? Join us on one of our farm experience days. Lambing days run March - April and provide lamb cuddles, bottle feeding and monitoring the sheep due to lamb. Shearing experiences take place June - July, get hands on with a sheep and learn to shear! Then turn your fleece into your very own handmade felt creation.
