Days out around Talgarth and the Black Mountains

The eastern side of the Brecon Beacons National Park has peaceful churches and wonderful views of rolling hillsides. From Talgarth, it's easy to get to tranquil beauty spots such as Llangorse Lake and Pwll-y-Wrach Nature Reserve.

Highlights

Black Mountains: ancient churches and chapels

Start your day at the Church of Merthyr Issui at Partrishow. Stunningly located on the south eastern slopes of the…

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Black Mountains: Castell Dinas and the Gliding Club

Head for the sky with this itinerary – and enjoy a walk to the highest Castle ruins in Wales…

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Black Mountains: Rhos Fach Common and Crickhowell Castle

Drive up to Rhos Fach Common tucked under Y Das Mountain– where you can start the day with a walk…

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Talgarth: Llangorse Lake and peaceful churches

Arrive at the car park on the North side of Llangorse Lake – the largest natural lake in south Wales…

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Talgarth: Pwll-y-Wrach Nature Reserve, Talgarth Mill and Bronllys Castle

Start your morning with a walk around the beautiful Pwll-y-Wrach Nature Reserve. Set in a narrow and steep sided valley. The…

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Talgarth: Sunday lunch and a stroll or a bike ride

Arrive after breakfast and park in the free main town car-park. If you visit on the first Sunday of the month you…

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Days out around Talgarth and the Black Mountains