Monthly Archives: February 2012

St David’s Day in the Brecon Beacons 2012

Posted on February 29, 2012 by

St David’s Day in the Brecon Beacons 2012 St David’s Day is always a special time in Wales, when local communities come together to celebrate the culture and qualities of Wales.  Expect to see people wearing daffodils and leaks, Welsh … Continue reading →

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A Very Welsh Walk for St David’s Day… The Dragon’s Back

Posted on February 29, 2012 by

THE DRAGON’S BACK In today’s Walk Wednesday the most knowledgable Kevin Walker talks us through a very Welsh walk. St David’s Day and Wales are, of course, inextricably linked… and whenever I think of Wales, I think of Dragons!  So here’s a … Continue reading →

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BRECON FIRST EVER WOMEN’S FESTIVAL!

Posted on February 28, 2012 by

BRECON FIRST EVER WOMEN’S FESTIVAL  TAKES PLACE THIS WEEK! 1 – 11 MARCH 2012 International Women’s Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future. To mark this special … Continue reading →

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Walk Wednesday: The Pen Allt Mawr Plateau

Posted on February 22, 2012 by

THE PEN ALLT-MAWR PLATEAU It’s that day of the week again, when you’re starting to consider what your weekend plans will be, and start to crave a bit of open air freedom.  So here’s another ace Walking Wednesday from Kevin … Continue reading →

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Pancake Day in the Brecon Beacons & Great Recipe

Posted on February 21, 2012 by

Pancake Day in the Brecon Beacons…. Places serving pancakes…. (please comment if you would like your business added) The Felin Fach Griffin- Will be serving pancakes just for lunch, flavours on the menu include smoked bacon & Maple syrup. Here’s … Continue reading →

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Family Fun: A Hedgerow Gathering

Posted on February 16, 2012 by

Dragged through a hedge forwards, happily. Here’s a great blog from a famous author and personality who’s based in the Brecon Beacons.  Adele Nozedar, has just written a book called: The Hedgerow Handbook: Recipes, Remedies and Rituals which will be … Continue reading →

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Walk Wednesday: Half Term Suggestions.

Posted on February 15, 2012 by

Half Term Walking Wednesday Suggestion…. Here’s more of a suggestion for a great half term walk that is fun and easy for this week’s Walking Wednesday.  We think this is an ideal day out as it involves some learning and … Continue reading →

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Top Ten Valentine’s Day Gift Straight Out of the Brecon Beacons!

Posted on February 10, 2012 by

Top Ten Valentine’s Gifts that come from the Brecon Beacons… There’s nothing more romantic than avoiding your typical corporate brands and sourcing some gifts from independent establishments.  It shows that a little bit more thought and originality has gone into … Continue reading →

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Walk Wednesday – Llangynidr Locks

Posted on February 8, 2012 by

WALK WEDNESDAY – LLANGYNIDR LOCKS. Here’s another “get yourself out and about in the Brecon Beacons” walk Wednesday.  This month we’re giving the Brecon and Monmouthshire canal a bit more attention than usual, as it’s celebrating an impressive 200th anniversary. … Continue reading →

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Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal 200th Anniversary

Posted on February 7, 2012 by

Here’s another ace reason to visit the Brecon Beacons National Park. It’s a great year for celebrations, along with the Jubilee and Olympics taking place this summer, we’ve also got something to celebrate.  This year sees the great Brecon and … Continue reading →

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