Guidebook for Llangynidr

Sightseeing

Pen-y-Fan

Pen-y-Fan is the highest peak in South Wales, rising above the Brecon Beacons. At 886 metres, the twin summits of Pen-y-Fan and Corn Ddu are visible from the surrounding landscape. If you and your loved one are seeking adventure, scaling Pen-y-Fan might just be the perfect activity for your holiday.

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Pen-y-Fan

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Pen-y-Fan is the highest peak in South Wales, rising above the Brecon Beacons. At 886 metres, the twin summits of Pen-y-Fan and Corn Ddu are visible from the surrounding landscape. If you and your loved one are seeking adventure, scaling Pen-y-Fan might just be the perfect activity for your holiday.

Talybont-on-Usk

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Talybont-on-Usk

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Abercynafon

great for cycling to , on canal path ,through Talybont,Aber and on to Reservoir.

Abercynafon

great for cycling to , on canal path ,through Talybont,Aber and on to Reservoir.

Llangorse Lake

Canoe, walk , mountains ,food, nature, bird hide,Llangorse has the largest natural lake in south Wales, formed thousands of years ago when moving ice pushed and scraped its way along, whaping the landscape seen today. When the ice finally melted this debris was left to form mounds known as moraines. Llangorse Lake owes its existence to the moraine deposits left in the area between Llanfihangel Talyllyn and Talgarth. At one time it was some 150 feet (45 meters) higher with two overflows into the Usk River at Bwlch and Pennorth. On the south shore of Llangorse Lake, the wildflower meadows, reed beds and bird hide at Llangasty are an ideal spot for watching wildlife. The bird hide which has benches and built-in bird guides is designed to accommodate wheelchairs. There are two routes to the bird hide: -The route from the car park at Llangasty Church passes through 3 narrllangasty bird hide window.jpgow kissing gates. This is a level and gentle 700 metre walk across meadows, a small bit of woodland and short sections of boardwalk over the wettest areas. -If you are unable to walk far or you use a wheelchair, there is a route which allows cars to get closer to the bird hide. If you wish to use this route please contact the National Park warden service for more details. This route should only be used during the drier times of the year.

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Llangorse Lake

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Canoe, walk , mountains ,food, nature, bird hide,Llangorse has the largest natural lake in south Wales, formed thousands of years ago when moving ice pushed and scraped its way along, whaping the landscape seen today. When the ice finally melted this debris was left to form mounds known as moraines. Llangorse Lake owes its existence to the moraine deposits left in the area between Llanfihangel Talyllyn and Talgarth. At one time it was some 150 feet (45 meters) higher with two overflows into the Usk River at Bwlch and Pennorth. On the south shore of Llangorse Lake, the wildflower meadows, reed beds and bird hide at Llangasty are an ideal spot for watching wildlife. The bird hide which has benches and built-in bird guides is designed to accommodate wheelchairs. There are two routes to the bird hide: -The route from the car park at Llangasty Church passes through 3 narrllangasty bird hide window.jpgow kissing gates. This is a level and gentle 700 metre walk across meadows, a small bit of woodland and short sections of boardwalk over the wettest areas. -If you are unable to walk far or you use a wheelchair, there is a route which allows cars to get closer to the bird hide. If you wish to use this route please contact the National Park warden service for more details. This route should only be used during the drier times of the year.

Llanthony

Stunning castle ruins with a pub and food

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Llanthony

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Stunning castle ruins with a pub and food

Brecon Beacons

With its wild and rugged landscape, quirky towns and timeless villages, it's easy to see why so many people choose Wales for a romantic getaway. Whether you opt for an evening of stargazing or to climb South Wales' highest peak, explore everything the Brecon Beacons has to offer. Home to the Black Mountains, the Brecon Beacons National Park is one of three national parks in Wales. Established in 1957, the park stretches from Llandeilo in the west to Hay-on-Wye in the north east. Welsh mountain ponies and sheep roam the hills, which are scattered with ancient woodland and waterfalls. As well as being perfect for an active holiday, the Brecon Beacons offers a unique opportunity to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Brecon Beacons

Beacons Park

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With its wild and rugged landscape, quirky towns and timeless villages, it's easy to see why so many people choose Wales for a romantic getaway. Whether you opt for an evening of stargazing or to climb South Wales' highest peak, explore everything the Brecon Beacons has to offer. Home to the Black Mountains, the Brecon Beacons National Park is one of three national parks in Wales. Established in 1957, the park stretches from Llandeilo in the west to Hay-on-Wye in the north east. Welsh mountain ponies and sheep roam the hills, which are scattered with ancient woodland and waterfalls. As well as being perfect for an active holiday, the Brecon Beacons offers a unique opportunity to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Castle Narrowboats and Campervan Hire

Ideal for families or a romantic stroll, the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal is one of the national park's most alluring features. This fairy-tale waterway follows the line of the wooded Usk Valley, with a navigable canal spanning 35 miles from Brecon to the Pontymoile basin. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the water's edge or admire the canal on a boat trip. Look out forSpanning for 35 miles from Brecon to the Pontmoile basin, this peaceful waterway stretches through the moody, wooded Usk Valley. This hidden gem is a haven for nature-lovers, walkers and cyclists. Whether you choose to stroll alongside the canal or hop on a boat to explore its gentle twists and turns, we're sure you'll be enchanted by the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal. Look out for resident buzzards, red kites, herons and darting dragonflies. native wildlife including buzzards, red kites and herons!

Castle Narrowboats and Campervan Hire

Ideal for families or a romantic stroll, the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal is one of the national park's most alluring features. This fairy-tale waterway follows the line of the wooded Usk Valley, with a navigable canal spanning 35 miles from Brecon to the Pontymoile basin. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the water's edge or admire the canal on a boat trip. Look out forSpanning for 35 miles from Brecon to the Pontmoile basin, this peaceful waterway stretches through the moody, wooded Usk Valley. This hidden gem is a haven for nature-lovers, walkers and cyclists. Whether you choose to stroll alongside the canal or hop on a boat to explore its gentle twists and turns, we're sure you'll be enchanted by the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal. Look out for resident buzzards, red kites, herons and darting dragonflies. native wildlife including buzzards, red kites and herons!

Abergavenny

RESTAURANTS AND PUBS : Monmouthshire is famous for being the mecca for food in Wales, boasting the most amount of Michelin starred restaurants in the Country. These include the Walnut Tree Inn in Abergavenny and The Whitebrook. Worthy of note are The Hardwick, The Raglan Arms, The Bell at Skenfrith and The Inn at Penallt, with The Lion and Carpenter’s Arms. Friday night also brings a small street food market to Monmouth, perfect pre-check in!

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Abergavenny

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RESTAURANTS AND PUBS : Monmouthshire is famous for being the mecca for food in Wales, boasting the most amount of Michelin starred restaurants in the Country. These include the Walnut Tree Inn in Abergavenny and The Whitebrook. Worthy of note are The Hardwick, The Raglan Arms, The Bell at Skenfrith and The Inn at Penallt, with The Lion and Carpenter’s Arms. Friday night also brings a small street food market to Monmouth, perfect pre-check in!

Llangorse

Llangorse has the largest natural lake in south Wales, formed thousands of years ago when moving ice pushed and scraped its way along, whaping the landscape seen today. When the ice finally melted this debris was left to form mounds known as moraines. Llangorse Lake owes its existence to the moraine deposits left in the area between Llanfihangel Talyllyn and Talgarth. At one time it was some 150 feet (45 meters) higher with two overflows into the Usk River at Bwlch and Pennorth.

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Llangorse

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Llangorse has the largest natural lake in south Wales, formed thousands of years ago when moving ice pushed and scraped its way along, whaping the landscape seen today. When the ice finally melted this debris was left to form mounds known as moraines. Llangorse Lake owes its existence to the moraine deposits left in the area between Llanfihangel Talyllyn and Talgarth. At one time it was some 150 feet (45 meters) higher with two overflows into the Usk River at Bwlch and Pennorth.

Llangynidr

Llangynidr Llangynidr Home to the Greenman Festival in the grounds of the Glanusk Estate. On the canal, Llangynidr is known for its locks. You can’t help but stop and watch a working lock, and you’ve five to choose from here. As well as being a beautiful wildlife and picnic spot, the pond between bridges 68 and 67 h We begin the journey along the canal in the Town of Brecon and finish in Llangynidr. Watch our blog for the next part of the journey! Brecon | Aberhonddu History, heritage, culture, arts and some fantastic local ale… this market town really packs a punch. And beyond that, it’s a great place to start your exploring. Get on your bike, meander on a boat trip or hire a canoe and head downstream to find a picnic spot. Pack up your fishing rod to find your spot on the towpath, or just take a stroll around one of the many walks of the area. Check out our Town Guide of Brecon here. Brynich Something to think about as you enjoy your packed lunch at the picnic spot at Brynich… firstly the aqueduct; it crosses the River Usk and is the largest on this canal. Secondly, if you notice the number on the lock here [69], that gives an indication of how many locks once existed on this canal. Pencelli With the big bend in the canal at Pencelli, it’s not hard to believe that the moat at the former Pencelli Castle was used to make part of the canal here. Talybont-on-Usk | Tal-y-bont ar Wysg A good central activity hub for the upper section of the canal, with numerous walks, including an uphill stroll to the nearby reservoir; canoe launches; cycle hire; or just a great place to rest up, enjoy lunch in a pub or a cream tea in the local shop.elps balance these locks with watDragonfly Cruises H H Canal Basin, Brecon, LD3 7EW T: 07831 685222 http://www.dragonfly-cruises.co.uk Bikes & Hikes, H Lion Yard, Brecon, LD3 7BA T: 01874 610071 Or via Talybont Stores Talybont-on-Usk, LD3 7YJ T: 01874 676663 http://www.bikesandhikes.co.uk Beacon Park Day Boats H H The Toll House, Canal Basin, Brecon, LD3 7FD T: 0800 612 2890 http://www.beaconparkdayboats.co.uk Cambrian Cruisers H Ty Newydd, Pencelli, LD3 7LJ T: 01874 665315 http://www.cambriancruisers.co.uk Country Craft Narrowboats, H The Old Lock House, Cwm Crawnon, Llangynidr, NP8 1ND T: 01874 730850 http://www.countrycraftnarrowboats.co.uk Get on your bike and ride… The full length of the canal is accessible by bike and links in to National Cycle Network routes such as the Taff Trail. Drover Holidays Delivery & collection T: 01497 821134 http://www.droverholidays.co.uk Bi-ped Cycles 10 Ship Street, Brecon, LD3 9AF T: 01874 622296 http://www.bipedcycles.co.uk Bikes & Hikes Lion Yard, Brecon, LD3 7BA T: 01874 610071 Or via Talybont Stores Talybont-on-Usk, LD3 7YJ T: 01874 676663 http://www.bikesandhikes.co.uker.

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Llangynidr

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Llangynidr Llangynidr Home to the Greenman Festival in the grounds of the Glanusk Estate. On the canal, Llangynidr is known for its locks. You can’t help but stop and watch a working lock, and you’ve five to choose from here. As well as being a beautiful wildlife and picnic spot, the pond between bridges 68 and 67 h We begin the journey along the canal in the Town of Brecon and finish in Llangynidr. Watch our blog for the next part of the journey! Brecon | Aberhonddu History, heritage, culture, arts and some fantastic local ale… this market town really packs a punch. And beyond that, it’s a great place to start your exploring. Get on your bike, meander on a boat trip or hire a canoe and head downstream to find a picnic spot. Pack up your fishing rod to find your spot on the towpath, or just take a stroll around one of the many walks of the area. Check out our Town Guide of Brecon here. Brynich Something to think about as you enjoy your packed lunch at the picnic spot at Brynich… firstly the aqueduct; it crosses the River Usk and is the largest on this canal. Secondly, if you notice the number on the lock here [69], that gives an indication of how many locks once existed on this canal. Pencelli With the big bend in the canal at Pencelli, it’s not hard to believe that the moat at the former Pencelli Castle was used to make part of the canal here. Talybont-on-Usk | Tal-y-bont ar Wysg A good central activity hub for the upper section of the canal, with numerous walks, including an uphill stroll to the nearby reservoir; canoe launches; cycle hire; or just a great place to rest up, enjoy lunch in a pub or a cream tea in the local shop.elps balance these locks with watDragonfly Cruises H H Canal Basin, Brecon, LD3 7EW T: 07831 685222 http://www.dragonfly-cruises.co.uk Bikes & Hikes, H Lion Yard, Brecon, LD3 7BA T: 01874 610071 Or via Talybont Stores Talybont-on-Usk, LD3 7YJ T: 01874 676663 http://www.bikesandhikes.co.uk Beacon Park Day Boats H H The Toll House, Canal Basin, Brecon, LD3 7FD T: 0800 612 2890 http://www.beaconparkdayboats.co.uk Cambrian Cruisers H Ty Newydd, Pencelli, LD3 7LJ T: 01874 665315 http://www.cambriancruisers.co.uk Country Craft Narrowboats, H The Old Lock House, Cwm Crawnon, Llangynidr, NP8 1ND T: 01874 730850 http://www.countrycraftnarrowboats.co.uk Get on your bike and ride… The full length of the canal is accessible by bike and links in to National Cycle Network routes such as the Taff Trail. Drover Holidays Delivery & collection T: 01497 821134 http://www.droverholidays.co.uk Bi-ped Cycles 10 Ship Street, Brecon, LD3 9AF T: 01874 622296 http://www.bipedcycles.co.uk Bikes & Hikes Lion Yard, Brecon, LD3 7BA T: 01874 610071 Or via Talybont Stores Talybont-on-Usk, LD3 7YJ T: 01874 676663 http://www.bikesandhikes.co.uker.