What to do and see in Brecon Beacons National Park, Wales: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do

October 16, 2021 Jasper Kershner

Discover the best top things to do in Brecon Beacons National Park, United Kingdom including Pen-y-Fan, Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal, Creative Photography Wales, Sgwd yr Eira, Llyn y Fan Fach, Bikes + Hikes, M T Cashell Family Butchers, Brecon Beacons Tours, Good Day Out, Wings Of Wales.
Restaurants in Brecon Beacons National Park

1. Pen-y-Fan

Brecon Beacons National Park Wales +44 1874 623366 http://www.breconbeacons.org
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5.0 based on 921 reviews

Pen-y-Fan

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

Brecon Beacons National Park Wales +44 1873 830240 https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/canals-and-rivers/monmouthshire-and-brecon-canal
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5.0 based on 471 reviews

Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal

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. Creative Photography Wales

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5.0 based on 72 reviews

Creative Photography Wales

Photography courses and workshops based in the Brecon beacons and throughout Wales and other areas of the UK. See the website for details of dates and locations. Also a wide variety of photographic commissions undertaken and fine art prints available

4. Sgwd yr Eira

Brecon Beacons National Park Wales http://www.breconbeacons.org/waterfall-country-walking-trails
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5.0 based on 308 reviews

Sgwd yr Eira

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 .

5. Llyn y Fan Fach

Brecon Beacons National Park Wales
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5.0 based on 80 reviews

Llyn y Fan Fach

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.

6. Bikes + Hikes

Station Road Talybont Stores, Brecon Beacons National Park, Brecon LD3 7YJ Wales +44 7909 968135 [email protected] http://bikesandhikes.co.uk
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5.0 based on 34 reviews

Bikes + Hikes

A Small but well equipped passionate bike shop and hire facility in the heart of the Brecon Beacons National Park. Offering repairs - spares and Servicing as well as Trail information. There is a Cafe and village shop next door to stock up. At the end of your ride there is a bike wash at the village hall as well as wet room changing, toilet and showers. Amazing mountain biking and trails for all abilities.

Reviewed By Wais08 - London, United Kingdom

Beautiful scenery with brilliant bikes, would definitely recommend. There is a nice lake on the side of the trail, so perfect for good camera shots etc..

7. M T Cashell Family Butchers

53 High Street, Brecon Beacons National Park, Crickhowell NP8 1BH Wales +44 1873 810405 [email protected] http://www.cashells.co.uk/
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5.0 based on 57 reviews

M T Cashell Family Butchers

Local Family Butchers sourcing Local quality Beef , Lamb and Free range pork supporting Local Welsh Farmers . Cashells , Supports Local Welsh Artisan producers call in for a Warm friendly welcome , we love to chat !!

Reviewed By greenman58 - London, United Kingdom

How nice to find a family butcher that is everything it sets out to be. This lovely shop is top quality in all respects - welcoming and friendly, with excellent meat and a delicatessen (some fruit and veg and basic groceries also on offer at fair prices. The Russet apples were among the best I've ever tasted.) What more can you ask ? Anyone living here or nearby is lucky to have Cashell's as a neighbour, and anyone on a self-catering holiday can be assured of the very best.

8. Brecon Beacons Tours

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5.0 based on 40 reviews

Brecon Beacons Tours

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.

9. Good Day Out

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5.0 based on 273 reviews

Good Day Out

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.

10. Wings Of Wales

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5.0 based on 62 reviews

Wings Of Wales

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.

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