The stunning Brecon Beacons National Park and its immediate area provides an excellent base for a family holiday. The park is located in mid Wales and was established in 1957. The landscape of the area has recently been recognised as one of the most important geological areas in Europe. It is the first park in the United Kingdom to achieve Geopark status. It is particularly good for those of you interested in outdoor activities such as hill walking, climbing and mountain biking. However, it also offers a range of things to do for holiday makers who prefer to take things at a more leisurely pace.
There are many interesting towns and villages in the park including prosperous market towns such as Abergavenny. It is a lively town with lots going on as well as a thriving arts scene. You can purchase arts and crafts of the finest quality. The town offers a range of accommodation from camping to luxury hotels.
The pretty town of Brecon is just north of the National Park and is one of the most popular market towns in mid Wales. Enjoy strolling through the narrow streets lined with Georgian and Jacobean shop fronts. One of the most important landmarks in the town is its cathedral. There is a visitor’s centre at the cathedral along with a shop and café. Brecon also boasts two museums, the Welsh Borders Museum and the Brecknock Museum. The latter has displays on the rural life and natural history of the town.
Crickhowell is a small, pretty market town that is located between the lower slopes of Table Mountain and the River Usk. The castle was constructed by the Normans and is located in the town centre. The town is also renowned for its seventeenth century bridge that spans the River Usk. It is famous for its large number of arches.
‘Dragonfly Cruises’ offer trips on the beautiful Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal. This canal hugs the mountainside above the Usk Valley and boasts wonderful views. You can also spot a diverse variety of plants and animals.
Just over the border in Herefordshire you will find the Small Breeds Farm Park and Owl Centre. The main display field is home to Kune Kune pigs, goats, sheep and alpacas. The animal house displays guinea pigs, chipmunks, chinchillas and rabbits. The owl garden has been thoughtfully designed and provides a wonderful opportunity to observe British owls as well as species from around the world.
The Wyeside Arts centre is located in Builth Wells and provides a number of live shows and cinema entertainment throughout the year.
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