Brecon Beacons

Things To Do

• Hike to Pen y Fan for panoramic mountain views.
• Explore the Four Falls Trail and discover waterfalls like Sgwd yr Eira.
• Try outdoor activities: mountain biking, horse riding, canyoning, or caving.
• Stargaze under some of the UK’s clearest night skies.
• Visit historic sites like Brecon Cathedral or Carreg Cennen Castle.
• Wander through local towns for markets, Welsh food, and cosy pubs.

Best Time to Visit

• Spring (March–May):Mild weather, wildflowers, perfect for hiking.
• Summer (June–August):Warmest months, best for outdoor adventures, but busiest.
• Autumn (September–November):Beautiful golden landscapes, fewer crowds, cooler walks.
• Winter (December–February):Crisp hikes, snow on peaks, great for photographers (pack warm clothes).

Location & Address

Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog) National Park,
National Park Visitor Centre (Mountain Centre),
Libanus,
Brecon,
Powys,
Wales,
LD3 8ER

How to Get There

For locals (by car)

The Brecon Beacons are easily reached via the A470 from Cardiff (1 hr), Swansea (1 hr), and Hereford (1 hr).

Parking

Well-signposted car parks at Pen y Fan, waterfalls, and visitor centres; some free, most charge a small daily rate

By public transport

The nearest mainline train stations are Abergavenny, Merthyr Tydfil, and Llandovery Buses from Cardiff, Merthyr Tydfil, and Abergavenny connect to Brecon

For foreign visitors

Closest airports are Cardiff Airport (1.5 hrs) and Bristol Airport (1.5–2 hrs). From London, trains to Abergavenny or Merthyr Tydfil, then bus/taxi to the park

Where to Park

Pont ar Daf Car Park (LD3 8NL)

Main car park for climbing Pen y Fan

Cwm Porth Car Park (CF44 9JF)

For the Four Falls Trail and waterfall country

National Park Visitor Centre (LD3 8ER)

Parking, information, and café

Other smaller car parks

Other smaller car parks are dotted across villages and trailheads (many require small fees)