Heritage attractions
Experience the rich history of Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park at its heritage attractions, where castles, museums, and historic sites bring the past to life.
Llangorse
Sennybridge and Defynnog
Talybont-on-Usk
Penderyn and Hirwaun
Llandeilo
Market Hall Cinema
Wales oldest cinema. Up to date showings and special events.
Talgarth Mill, Tours and Craft Shop
Visit Talgarth Mill – a working watermill, craft shop, and riverside gardens in Bannau Brycheiniog.
Brecon Cathedral
Historic cathedral, music, events and Pilgrim’s Café, a short walk from Brecon.
Carreg Cennen Castle
Medieval castle ruins, a limestone cave and valley views near Llandeilo, with walks and tea rooms.
Penderyn Mineral Line walk
Out and back – 3.2km – 1.30 hours
Walking along this former tramway which links Penderyn and Hirwaun, can you spot birds and wildlife alongside any remains of the route’s industrial origins?
Craig-y-Nos Country Park Walk
Circular – 2.2km – 1.30 hours
A short but varied walk leads through the pretty Country Park – the former pleasure gardens of Craig-y-Nos castle, past lakes and ponds.
Llanddeusant to Carreg Cennen Castle (Beacons Way – day 7)
One way – 20.5km – 6 hours
Llanddeusant to Carreg Cennen Castle (Beacons Way – day 7) This day passes through areas of wild, open and, in places, pathless country, only attempt this in good conditions unless you are skilled and experienced at navigation.
Along the Govilon Line
Circular – 2.6km – 1 hours
Along the Govilon Line – walk between two canal side villages along the route of the old railway line.
Storey Arms to Craig-y-Nos (Beacons Way -Day 5)
One way – 14.5km – 6 hours
Storey Arms to Craig-y-Nos (Beacons Way – day 5) Your journey to the West of the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) begins today.
Craig-y-Nos to Llanddeusant (Beacons Way – day 6)
One way – 16km – 5 hours
Craig-y-Nos to Llanddeusant (Beacons Way – day 6) Day six starts from Craig y nos Country Park, once owned by the opera singer Dame Adelina Patti. The route takes you to Llyn y Fan Fawr, the highest natural lake in south Wales. Chose between the good or poor weather routes based on the forecast for the day.
Penwyllt Circuit
Circular – 2.8km – 1.45 hours
Penwyllt Circuit – extensive views in the less visited South West of the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) Park, you look down the Upper Swansea Valley and beyond as you follow old railway lines and tramroads.
