Destination Guide

Brecon Beacons

Haunting beauty and high adventure, the Brecon Beacons is the perfect location for a relaxing holiday at a sedate pace.

Winding its way through the National Park, the ‘Mon and Brec’ offers stunning scenery and its lightly-locked route makes it easy to navigate and is understandably popular with holidaymakers.

The spectacular upland formations have become officially recognised as one of the most important geological landscapes in Europe. The canal passes through a World Heritage Site which also contains historical landmarks such as the Big Pit Mining Museum. It is home to numerous species of wildlife including kingfishers, heron and mink.

The Brecon Beacons provide plenty of opportunity for pony trekking, fishing and rambling and host a variety of water sports.

Discover the local sights

Brecon

Another historic market town to visit on this stretch of water, offering a cathedral, museums, a theatre, leisure centre and a quaint shopping centre. On Tuesdays and Fridays take a trip to the busy market, or moor at the canal basin.

National Showcaves Centre for Wales

Explore 350 million years of history. Features a dinosaur park, a shire horse centre and a replica of an Iron Age farm.

Llangorse Lake

This is the largest natural lake in South Wales and is situated just three miles from the canal. Activities include water skiing, windsurfing and fishing.

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Abergavenny Castle and Museum

This Norman castle was the scene of an intense border struggle for 300 years. The museum has interesting re-creations of a farmhouse kitchen and a saddler’s workshop with demonstrations and exhibitions celebrating the town’s past.

Brecon Mountain Railway

A vintage steam train takes you on a dramatic journey of discovery through the southern Beacons.

Taff Trail

Enjoy walking along its 55 mile purpose-built route linking Brecon to Cardiff.

 

 

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