Towns and Villages

Discover the charming towns and villages of Bannau Brycheiniog National Park, each offering unique history, culture, and a gateway to stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures.

Explore our towns and villages

Discover the Towns & Villages of Bannau Brycheiniog National Park.

a view over Abergavenny from the Blorenge mountain

Y Fenni

Brecon
a view over Hay on Wye with a yellow foreground village and the castle

Hay-on-Wye
a view over talgarth towards the Black Mountains

Talgarth

Blaenavon
main street in Crickhowell with people and stalls on te pavements

Crughywel

Talybont-on-Usk
Sunset-Llangorse Lake

Llangorse

Sennybridge and Defynnog
an ariel view of Carreg Cennen Castle and the limestone outcrop

Llandeilo
Light grey curved lines on a green background

Explore things to do

There are so many thing to do in our wonderful towns and villages

Things to Do
sun down with a group of people in silhouette

Wild Trails Wales

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

Black Mountains Smokery

Black Mountains Smokery is a gourmet food business based in Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons)
a barn backing on to a grassy field with a shrub in bloom

Pentwyn Barn

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

Mountain View at Cefncoedbach Farm

Ideal for Group Activity Breaks and Family Breaks in the Brecon Beacons National Park.
a timber built house under a canopy of trees available to stay in

Holidaycottages.co.uk, Self Catering Properties

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

The Red Lion Penderyn

Welcome to The Red Lion Inn, Penderyn; a family run, traditional 12th century drover's inn

Shops and local produce

Discover independent shops, artisan markets, and locally sourced produce across Bannau Brycheiniog. From handcrafted goods to farm-fresh delights, experience the best of the region’s unique flavors and craftsmanship.

showing the tables by the windows in the cafe so you have a view while you have your coffee and food

Carreg Cennen Castle Café and Tea Rooms

There is no need to pre book your Castle or tea room visit, we look forward to seeing you.

Antur Brew Co

Antur Brew Co is a microbrewery and taproom located in Crickhowell
a view of the cafe from the top of the stiars leading down into it., you acn asee the fridges holding drinks and the service hatches where the kitchen is, also tables and chairs. The balcony to sit on is in view

Basecamp Café at Llangorse Multi Activity Centre

Experience thrilling indoor and outdoor adventures at Llangorse Multi Activity Centre with good food

The International Welsh Rarebit Centre

Your favourite Welsh Rarebit, alongside art shows and local artisan gifts. Full menu also avilable.

Old Railway Line Garden Centre

The Old Railway Line Garden Centre is family run, independent Garden Centre, Farm Shop & Restaurant
an interior picture of Chapters restaurant showing table setting and lighting

Chapters

Ideal for food fans who are interested in sustainable cookery and great food & drink.

Explore walking routes

Explore a variety of walking routes across Bannau Brycheiniog, from peaceful canal paths to challenging mountain trails.

Gweld rhagor

Lein Chwarel Penderyn

Dewch i ddarganfod cornel gudd o’r Parc Cenedlaethol drwy grwydro ar hyd yr hen dramffordd hon rhwng Penderyn a Hirwaun.

a set of limstone outcrop as the forground with Mynydd Troed ahead, the braken is brown so an autumn view

Keepers Pond to Blorenge

Circular walk offering extensive views across the Bannau Brycheiniog/Brecon Beacons National Park. Admire Usk Valley and climb the Blorenge mountain.

Places to stay

From cosy cottages and charming B&Bs to luxury hotels and scenic campsites, Bannau Brycheiniog offers a range of stays to suit every traveler.

Where to Stay
The Bear hotle shown with table mountain behind, a view from teh main street

The Bear Hotel

Ideal for Group Activity Breaks and Family Breaks in the Brecon Beacons National Park.
double bed and bedroom made up to show what it is like

Upstairs at the Cheese Market

Ideal for couples or solo breaks in the Brecon Beacons National Park.

Ty Mawr Collection, The Bothy

Ideal for Family Breaks in the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park.

Staying at Llangorse Multi Activity Centre

Ideal for Group Activity Breaks and Family Breaks in the Brecon Beacons National Park.
old fashioned spiral staircase in one of the properties on Glanusk Estate

Glanusk Estate, Self Catering Holiday Cottages

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

Argoed Barns, Glamping and Shepherds Hut

Ideal for Romantic, couples and solo breaks in the Brecon Beacons National Park.

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