Activities

Parkwood Outdoors, Dolygaer

Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering endless opportunities to explore and connect with nature. This is a natural and working landscape which we hope will inspire your outdoor spirit.

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Get moving with the best adventures Bannau Brycheiniog has to offer. From epic hiking trails and thrilling mountain biking routes to wild swimming spots and scenic paddleboarding, there's something for every explorer.

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Road Cycling
trans wales trails

Horse Riding and Trekking
a reddish hued person looking through a telescope at the dark sky above

Dark Sky Wales

Dark Sky Wales: Stargazing and Astronomy Experiences in Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons)
Fishing at Glanusk Estate on the Usk

Fishing
a girl on horseback in the autumn light

Tregoyd Mountain Riders

Take a break in the breath-taking Black Mountains with your family or in a group of friends.

Gliding and Paragliding
a person setting a tech whilst climbing ncal rope anchor for belaying

Climbing

Mark PJ Wellness

Pilates, bodywork, massage, and restorative therapies in Bannau Brycheiniog.

Dan Yr Ogof Caves

Great for family days out and group activities
a view to Cwm Llych

ROC Outdoor Adventure

Outdoor activities Provider

Walking

Discover the best walking routes in Bannau Brycheiniog, from gentle riverside strolls to challenging mountain hikes. Explore breathtaking scenery, rich wildlife, and peaceful trails perfect for every ability.

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a mountain summit in the snow and ice

Trig Point Adventures

Ideal for Group Activity Breaks and Family Breaks in the Brecon Beacons National Park.

a girl on horseback in the autumn light

Tregoyd Mountain Riders

Take a break in the breath-taking Black Mountains with your family or in a group of friends.

Local businesses

on a walk with Dragon Trails looking over at The Sugarloaf mountain

Dragon Trails

Ideal for Group Activity Breaks and Family Breaks in the Brecon Beacons National Park.

Cantref Adventure Farm

Perfect for parties, holidays or just a day out, Cantref is a must-visit for families

Cantref Adventure Farm VIP Experiences

Enjoy VIP animal experiences in the Welsh countryside – from bottle feeding lambs to pony pampering.

Grange Horse Riding and Trekking Centre

Grange Trekking: Horse Riding Adventures in the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons
a family sailing on the canal enjoying the quiet and the sun

Beacon Park Day Boats

Ideal for Group Activity Breaks and Family Breaks in the Brecon Beacons National Park.
Barney enjoys the clover field ♥️🐑

Jacob Sheep Trekking and Farm Experience Days

Ideal for Group Activity Breaks and Family Breaks in the Brecon Beacons National Park.
a family group ready to take part in a water based adventure, all are dressed in wetsuits, buoyancy aids and helmets

Black Mountain Adventure

Ideal for Group Activity Breaks and Family Breaks in the Brecon Beacons National Park.

The Retreat at Little Oaks

Reconnect with nature at this eco wellness retreat in Blaenavon.
a man fly fishing in the river Usk

Glanusk Estate, Fishing

Glanusk Estate Fishing: Private River Usk Fly Fishing in the Brecon Beacons

Friends of the Brecon Beacons / Cyfeillon Bannau Brycheiniog

To advance the enhancement, protection and conservation of the countryside and other amenities

Family friendly ideas

A collection of things to do for the family

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Hay Festival

Hay Festival: Celebrating Books and Ideas on the Edge of Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons)

a bunkhouse in the mountains

The Living Energy Barns at Tregoyd Mountain Riders

Take a break in the breath-taking Black Mountains with your family or in a group of friends.

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