Crown Copyright Visit Wales The Brecon Beacons comes alive in the autumn, with crisp leaves and roaring open fires in cosy inns and pubs. Head outdoors and go for a rejuvenating walk in many of the breathtaking spots in the Brecon Beacons. Exploring on foot is a great way to embrace…
Hay on Wye has some local walks in the town itself and the Black Mountains are just a short distance away. The most spectualar and popular with visitors is the ascent of Hay Bluff which stands at 2,221ft/677m. It is the highest peak in the Black Mountains, known as Y…
Thinking of visiting Waterfall Country? During the summer of 2022 visitors to Waterfall Country will be offered a free park and ride service between the town of Glynneath, the village of Pontneddfechan, and Gwaun Hepste Car Park, two of the main starting points for the walks in Waterfall Country.…
18th – 21st July The Royal Welsh Show The pinnacle event in the British agricultural calendar, the Royal Welsh Show, will be held the 3rd week in July at the showground in Llanelwedd. Along with an exciting four-days of livestock competitions, with entries travelling from far and wide to compete,…
The Brecon Beacons has an incredible variety of things to do and places to visit this summer – from fun filled family holidays to adrenaline fuelled adventure breaks. Here’s a selection to get you inspired for your perfect summer holiday in the Brecon Beacons this year.
The first Brecon Choir Festival takes place on the 22-24 July, showcasing some of Wales’ finest musical talent. Highlights include a Grand Concert with Aberhonddu & District and Dunvant Male Choirs, the latter in their 125th year. Brecon Choir Festival is a brand new festival for 2022 with three days…
We are delighted to share Tracy Purnell top dog walks in the Brecon Beacons. Tracy is a Brecon Beacons National Park Ambassador and just loves to be outside! What ever the weather, what ever the terrain and no matter how she’s feeling. Whether its up a mountain, in the depths…
The world-renowned Hay Festival takes place year each at the end of May for 10 days in the Welsh market town of Hay-on-Wye on the eastern edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park each year. The literary event attracts novelists, poets, scientists, musicians and comedians who congregate to celebrate great writing, music and comedy. Hay Festival…