Outdoor Activities in the Brecon Beacons

Hill Walking and Hiking

Walking in the Brecon Beacons National Park, Wales, UK

Cycling and Mountain Biking

Cycling in the Brecon Beacons, Wales, UK

Rock Climbing and Abseiling

Climbing in the Brecon Beacons National Park, Wales, UK

Whether it’s a gentle stroll along the canal, a moderate walk to the waterfalls area or an adventurous mountain experience, the Brecon Beacons National Park caters for all walkers and abilities.

The Brecon Beacons area is ideally suited to on road cycling, benefiting from quiet country lanes, the Taff Trail (Cardiff to Brecon), and Sustrans route No8. While the more experienced seek out the many challenging off road mountain trails. Good Bike shops and Bike Hire are Available locally.

Whether you have some experience or are a complete beginner the Brecon Beacons are a good environment for indulging in your climbing and abseiling passions. There are climbs on natural outcrops and lime stone quarries, together with some of the best indoor climbing facilities in the UK.

Pony Trekking and Riding


The rich and varied landscape of the Brecon Beacons National Park area of Wales is perfect pony trekking and horse riding country and you do not have to be an expert to enjoy the exhilaration that horse riding brings. Riding centres will match horses with riding ability and guides will set a pace suitable to your experience. Many use the famous Welsh Cobs that are a favourite for their gentle nature and character. Centres should be recognized by a national body e.g W.T.R.A , WTB or AALA.

Gorge Walking

Imagine walking the course of a river and having to perform various tasks whilst balanced precariously on slippery rocks. Then having to climb a waterfall, explore small caves and practice river crossings before rounding the day off by jumping into a freezing mountain pool from height. It takes some thoughtfulness and a good sense of humour to complete the course but it is an exhilarating feeling when you finally make it.

Caving

The Brecon Beacons are renowned for their beauty but what is less known is the beauty that lies beneath the surface. Underneath the National Park are seemingly endless caverns with fossils, formations and other hidden wonders.

Canoeing and Kayaking


The Brecon Beacons National Park is renowned for canoeing and kayaking, catering for all levels of expertise. There are fast flowing rivers for the experienced, including the Wye and Usk, together with lakes and a canal on which the beginner can gain confidence. Alternatively we are less than an hour from the coast for those wishing to get into the surf.