Llinos's Guidebook
Sightseeing
natural beauty, set in the National Park, breathtaking views at the top. best climbed on a clear day. Sunrise and sunset climbs are particularly special.
225 habitants recommandent
Pen-y-Fan
natural beauty, set in the National Park, breathtaking views at the top. best climbed on a clear day. Sunrise and sunset climbs are particularly special.
natural beauty, set in the National Park, breathtaking views at the top. best climbed on a clear day. Sunrise and sunset climbs are particularly special.
225 habitants recommandent
Pen-y-Fan
natural beauty, set in the National Park, breathtaking views at the top. best climbed on a clear day. Sunrise and sunset climbs are particularly special.
beautiful views of surrounding area. Outstanding natural beauty. An easier climb than that if Pen-y-Fan.
94 habitants recommandent
Sugar Loaf
beautiful views of surrounding area. Outstanding natural beauty. An easier climb than that if Pen-y-Fan.
The ‘Ironmaster’ William Crawshay commissioned Cyfarthfa Castle in 1824. This grand, castellated mansion overlooked his immensely successful ironworks and has been called “the most impressive monument of the Industrial Iron Age in South Wales”.
The museum houses the first steam whistle, the first voting ballot box and dresses by Laura Ashley and Julien McDonald. The surroundings, Cyfarthfa Castle, home to William Crawshay II and family, serve as a reminder to the Ironmasters dominance over the town and the wealth the iron industry brought to the area.
At the Castle you can admire the extensive fine and decorative art collections. This includes Swansea, Nantgarw and Wedgwood porcelain and art by Penry Williams, the Welsh Turner, and George Frederick Harris.
Stroll through the atmospheric social and industrial history galleries which chart the rise of this once great ironmaking town. Learn about Richard Trevithick's Penydarren Locomotive of 1804, the first locomotive to pull a load along rails.
Discover the roots of the Labour movement, from the Merthyr Rising of 1831, and the martyrdom of Dic Penderyn, to the first Labour MP - Keir Hardie.
Finally, see our curiosities from around the world including Ancient Egyptian grave goods.
41 habitants recommandent
Musée et galerie d'art du château de Cyfarthfa
Brecon RoadThe ‘Ironmaster’ William Crawshay commissioned Cyfarthfa Castle in 1824. This grand, castellated mansion overlooked his immensely successful ironworks and has been called “the most impressive monument of the Industrial Iron Age in South Wales”.
The museum houses the first steam whistle, the first voting ballot box and dresses by Laura Ashley and Julien McDonald. The surroundings, Cyfarthfa Castle, home to William Crawshay II and family, serve as a reminder to the Ironmasters dominance over the town and the wealth the iron industry brought to the area.
At the Castle you can admire the extensive fine and decorative art collections. This includes Swansea, Nantgarw and Wedgwood porcelain and art by Penry Williams, the Welsh Turner, and George Frederick Harris.
Stroll through the atmospheric social and industrial history galleries which chart the rise of this once great ironmaking town. Learn about Richard Trevithick's Penydarren Locomotive of 1804, the first locomotive to pull a load along rails.
Discover the roots of the Labour movement, from the Merthyr Rising of 1831, and the martyrdom of Dic Penderyn, to the first Labour MP - Keir Hardie.
Finally, see our curiosities from around the world including Ancient Egyptian grave goods.
Beautiful waterfalls walk
Great detailed review to be found here:
https://www.walkingenglishman.com/wales11.html
20 habitants recommandent
Pontneddfechan
Beautiful waterfalls walk
Great detailed review to be found here:
https://www.walkingenglishman.com/wales11.html
Fairytale castle
more info:
https://cadw.gov.wales/visit/places-to-visit/castell-coch
168 habitants recommandent
Château de Castell Coch
Fairytale castle
more info:
https://cadw.gov.wales/visit/places-to-visit/castell-coch
BikePark Wales is home to the UK's greatest and most diverse selection of all weather mountain bike trails. With a vehicular uplift service to transport you to the top of the trails, bike and equipment hire, coaching, guiding and a lovely on site café you'll find everything you need for an incredible day on the mountain whether you are a beginner or pro mountain biker.
https://www.bikeparkwales.com/
128 habitants recommandent
Bike Park Wales
BikePark Wales is home to the UK's greatest and most diverse selection of all weather mountain bike trails. With a vehicular uplift service to transport you to the top of the trails, bike and equipment hire, coaching, guiding and a lovely on site café you'll find everything you need for an incredible day on the mountain whether you are a beginner or pro mountain biker.
https://www.bikeparkwales.com/
The birthplace of one of Wales' best known musicians and composers.
https://www.cyfarthfa.com/
Joseph Parry's Cottage
4 Chapel RowThe birthplace of one of Wales' best known musicians and composers.
https://www.cyfarthfa.com/
Lac Llangorse
Beautiful scenic views with a pint trekking centre nearby.
Abergavenny Museum
Castle StreetHistoric site situated in a market town.
Historic site in a beautiful part of the country.
29 habitants recommandent
Tretower Court and Castle/ Llys a Chastell Tre-tŵr
Historic site in a beautiful part of the country.
Crickhowell is a picturesque town nestling in the beautiful Usk Valley and lying to the south of the Black Mountains, the eastern range of the Brecon Beacons National Park.
A few pretty shops and nice places to eat.
97 habitants recommandent
Crickhowell
Crickhowell is a picturesque town nestling in the beautiful Usk Valley and lying to the south of the Black Mountains, the eastern range of the Brecon Beacons National Park.
A few pretty shops and nice places to eat.
Brecon Beacons
Beacons ParkSome of the best views to be found - breathtaking beauty.
Historic market town with lots to do.
https://www.visitwales.com/destinations/mid-wales/powys/top-things-do-brecon
108 habitants recommandent
Brecon
Historic market town with lots to do.
https://www.visitwales.com/destinations/mid-wales/powys/top-things-do-brecon
Talybont-on-Usk
Canal, great for walks and cycling. Beautiful surroundings.
Scenic trail, great for walking, running or cycling, covering 55 miles from Brecon to Cardiff.
http://www.mytafftrail.co.uk/index.php?section=trail#.X0J17lPTWJ0
8 habitants recommandent
Taff Trail
Taff TrailScenic trail, great for walking, running or cycling, covering 55 miles from Brecon to Cardiff.
http://www.mytafftrail.co.uk/index.php?section=trail#.X0J17lPTWJ0
Scenic countryside with tourist centre, cafe and a great park for children with a zipwire.
22 habitants recommandent
Garwnant
Scenic countryside with tourist centre, cafe and a great park for children with a zipwire.
"COVID-19 STATEMENT
We regret that due to the current Covid 19 situation we have reluctantly decided to close the railway for the rest of 2020
We look forward to welcoming you back in 2021
Welcome to Brecon Mountain Railway
The line runs from Pant, 3 miles North of Merthyr Tydfil, to Torpantau following part of the route of the original Brecon & Merthyr Railway which closed in 1964.
Travel from our Main Station at Pant in one of our all-weather Observation Carriages, behind a vintage Steam Locomotive.
The journey takes you into the Brecon Beacons National Park, through Pontsticill and along the full length of the Taf Fechan Reservior before climbing to Torpantau high in the Brecon Beacons and the summit of the original line.At our main station in Pant you can visit our Licensed Tearooms for refreshments, gifts and souvenirs are available from our Shop. You can also visit our Workshop where the Steam Locomotives and Carriages are repaired.
All trains travel non stop from Pant to Torpantau. All returning trains from Torpantau stop at our intermediate station in Pontsticill where you can visit our Lakeside Cafe, admire the view or go for walks alongside the reservoir, there is also a children's play area here."
**closed for remainder of 2020 due to Covid**
84 habitants recommandent
Brecon Mountain Railway
Pontsticill Road"COVID-19 STATEMENT
We regret that due to the current Covid 19 situation we have reluctantly decided to close the railway for the rest of 2020
We look forward to welcoming you back in 2021
Welcome to Brecon Mountain Railway
The line runs from Pant, 3 miles North of Merthyr Tydfil, to Torpantau following part of the route of the original Brecon & Merthyr Railway which closed in 1964.
Travel from our Main Station at Pant in one of our all-weather Observation Carriages, behind a vintage Steam Locomotive.
The journey takes you into the Brecon Beacons National Park, through Pontsticill and along the full length of the Taf Fechan Reservior before climbing to Torpantau high in the Brecon Beacons and the summit of the original line.At our main station in Pant you can visit our Licensed Tearooms for refreshments, gifts and souvenirs are available from our Shop. You can also visit our Workshop where the Steam Locomotives and Carriages are repaired.
All trains travel non stop from Pant to Torpantau. All returning trains from Torpantau stop at our intermediate station in Pontsticill where you can visit our Lakeside Cafe, admire the view or go for walks alongside the reservoir, there is also a children's play area here."
**closed for remainder of 2020 due to Covid**
Shopping
If you've forgotten to pack something then you'll find a good selection of the retail shops here to include
M&S
River Island
H&M
Next
New Look
Outfit
TKMaxx
Currys
Boots,
Wilko's
Argos
Matalan
JD Sports
DW Sports
Costa Coffee (also one inside Next)
Pizza Hut
McDonald's
KFC
14 habitants recommandent
Cyfarthfa Retail Park
If you've forgotten to pack something then you'll find a good selection of the retail shops here to include
M&S
River Island
H&M
Next
New Look
Outfit
TKMaxx
Currys
Boots,
Wilko's
Argos
Matalan
JD Sports
DW Sports
Costa Coffee (also one inside Next)
Pizza Hut
McDonald's
KFC
Great menu in restaurant and bar.
Spa days.
https://nant-ddu-lodge.co.uk/
6 habitants recommandent
Nant Ddu Lodge
Great menu in restaurant and bar.
Spa days.
https://nant-ddu-lodge.co.uk/
Bar
Great bar offering coffees and alcoholic drinks including a great cocktail menu. Serves light bites and snacks during daytime.
http://www.hardies.wales/
Hardie's
64-65 High StreetGreat bar offering coffees and alcoholic drinks including a great cocktail menu. Serves light bites and snacks during daytime.
http://www.hardies.wales/
Food Scene
Great food at very reasonable prices, live music (please be aware, due to COVID-19 music events are paused). Recommend booking a table.
http://thenewcrownmerthyr.co.uk/
18 habitants recommandent
The New Crown
28 High StGreat food at very reasonable prices, live music (please be aware, due to COVID-19 music events are paused). Recommend booking a table.
http://thenewcrownmerthyr.co.uk/
Great place for coffee and food during day, alcoholic drinks and food during the evening.
https://www.woodfiredmt.com/
6 habitants recommandent
Woodfired
62 High StGreat place for coffee and food during day, alcoholic drinks and food during the evening.
https://www.woodfiredmt.com/
A great welcome and great food (pub food).
http://aberglais.com/
10 habitants recommandent
Aberglais Inn
A great welcome and great food (pub food).
http://aberglais.com/
Activity
Instructor led activities:
caving
rock climbing
mountain walks
bushcraft
mountain biking
orienteering
canoeing
kayaking
stand up paddle boarding
sailing
raft building
gorge adventure
archery
9 habitants recommandent
Dolygaer Outdoor Education Centre
Instructor led activities:
caving
rock climbing
mountain walks
bushcraft
mountain biking
orienteering
canoeing
kayaking
stand up paddle boarding
sailing
raft building
gorge adventure
archery