Give the Gift of Adventure!

This festive season, Llangorse Multi Activity Centre is offering the perfect gift idea for the adventurous. Their range of activity and horse riding gift vouchers are a unique Christmas present that promise to give an experience to remember. Multi Activity Centre Director, Ryan Thomas said, “Our gift vouchers offer a more exciting present than a traditional …

What’s on this July?

July is the perfect time to explore all of the outdoor attractions the Brecon Beacons has to offer –and its an action packed month of events, so get out and enjoy the summer! 1st July- Village Wide Busking Event in Ystradgynlais-Buskagynlais  A great day of street entertainment and busking A FREE FESTIVAL FOR ALL THE FAMILY!!!The biggest …

What’s on this summer at the Old Railway Line Garden Centre

Upcoming Events Here at The Old Railway Line Garden Centre we like to keep things interesting with a wide range of events suitable for people of all ages and interests. Take a look at some of our upcoming events below which we hope are of interest to you! You can book tickets for some events …

20 Ideas for Family Fun in the Brecon Beacons

It's the Summer holidays! And the Brecon Beacons is the best ever playground! There are masses of things for active families to do. Of course, there’s no need to pack every day with expensive activities – simple things like picnics and Pooh sticks can be just as much fun! Have a look at our top 20 ideas …

Guide to Brecknock History Week

The annual Brecknock History Week starts later this week, running from the 9th until 18th September 2016.  There will be a programme of events devised by the local history societies of Breconshire. Find the full programme of events here 

#Getinspired and Challenge Yourself in the Brecon Beacons

Wales has played a massive part in securing medals for the GB team in this years Olympics in Rio.  Here are just some of the sporting events and clubs you can join in the Brecon Beacons if you have been inspired by the athletes in this years Olympics. Cycling Why Get into Cycling? It's easy to do, gets you …

Our Guide to Llandovery

Llandovery is a great base for enjoying the western Brecon Beacons. Llandovery is an ancient market and droving town, and has been home to a host of interesting historical characters. One of the most famous residents is Llywelynap Gruffydd, a statue of whom stands gleaming next door to the hill-top ruins of Llandovery Castle. Once the location of violent attacks and battles …

Foraging and Bushcraft in the Brecon Brecons

Find out all about living on the wild side and learn the ways of survival.  The Brecon Beacons National Park is an area rich in vegetation, wildlife and woodland.  It’s where the elite SAS army go to learn about survival, and the mountainsides, forests, hedgerow and rivers are full of wild foods that are quite …

Top 3 places for waterfalls in the Brecon Beacons

Of all the many places to see waterfalls in our Park, here are three of the best - we hope you enjoy! 1. Waterfall Country: living landscapes  Waterfall Country is one of the most beautiful and popular parts of the Brecon Beacons National Park and the Fforest Fawr Geopark, it  lies within the triangle formed by …

BBC1 Secret Britain uncovers the Water World of the Brecon Beacons

BBC One’s Secret Britain – Waterworld of Wales In this new series, Ellie Harrison and Adam Henson explore the hidden corners of the UK, hunting for secret places in the landscape, inspired by suggestions from Countryfile viewers.  The first episode sees Ellie and Adam visit the Brecon Beacons National Park in South Wales to explore …