Our Top 5 Favourite Secret Things To Do In Wales
Looking for the best days out in Wales? Make the most of your Wales days out with this guide to the best ones in the county.
Looking for the best days out in Wales? Make the most of your Wales days out with this guide to the best ones in the county.
In the Brecon Beacons National Park, Pen y Fan is the highest peak in South Wales. At 886 metres above sea-level, it is also the highest British peak south of Cadair Idris in Snowdonia. It is the highest point of the historic county of Brecknockshire.
Andy’s ‘Pen y Fan from the North’ is a glorious walk taking in as it does tracks lesser travelled and exciting climbs and descents to and from summits. There is no mountain higher in Southern Britain than this one, and it is an iconic mountain in Wales. A clear day provides views of Devon and Somerset to the south as well as Cadair Idris to the north – a thrilling adventure awaits avid explorers …,
In the Brecon Beacons National Park, Pen y Fan is the highest peak in South Wales. At 886 metres above sea-level, it is also the highest British peak south of Cadair Idris in Snowdonia. It is the highest point of the historic county of Brecknockshire.
Andy’s ‘Pen y Fan from the North’ is a glorious walk taking in as it does tracks lesser travelled and exciting climbs and descents to and from summits. There is no mountain higher in Southern Britain than this one, and it is an iconic mountain in Wales. A clear day provides views of Devon and Somerset to the south as well as Cadair Idris to the north – a thrilling adventure awaits avid explorers …,
This has been Wales’ best kept secret for over 315 million years! A top attraction in the Brecon Beacons National Park is the National Showcaves Centre for Wales. Discover and explore the twisting passageways and great caverns. Visit the Shire Horse Centre and see over 200 life-sized dinosaur models. A single ticket gives you access to ten different attractions offering plenty to see and do for all ages.
Each of the three caves – Dan-yr-Ogof, Cathedral Cave, and Bone Cave – offers a unique underground experience for each member of the family!
This has been Wales’ best kept secret for over 315 million years! A top attraction in the Brecon Beacons National Park is the National Showcaves Centre for Wales. Discover and explore the twisting passageways and great caverns. Visit the Shire Horse Centre and see over 200 life-sized dinosaur models. A single ticket gives you access to ten different attractions offering plenty to see and do for all ages.
Each of the three caves – Dan-yr-Ogof, Cathedral Cave, and Bone Cave – offers a unique underground experience for each member of the family!
BHS-approved Bryngwyn Riding Centre offer a variety of well mannered mounts for expert led riding lessons up at 1200 feet for riders of all ages and abilities from 5 years upwards. They offer a range of riding lessons and experiences for all ages. A full day of rides is arranged for experienced riders, and usually includes lunch at The Roast Ox Inn. Additionally, they offer fortnightly sessions with Dressage and Showjump trainers.
In addition to this friendly and welcoming center, it also has a disabled access stable with an adapted mounting block and superbly trained horses. Why not add horse riding to your staycation list if you want to bring that extra sense of fun?
BHS-approved Bryngwyn Riding Centre offer a variety of well mannered mounts for expert led riding lessons up at 1200 feet for riders of all ages and abilities from 5 years upwards. They offer a range of riding lessons and experiences for all ages. A full day of rides is arranged for experienced riders, and usually includes lunch at The Roast Ox Inn. Additionally, they offer fortnightly sessions with Dressage and Showjump trainers.
In addition to this friendly and welcoming center, it also has a disabled access stable with an adapted mounting block and superbly trained horses. Why not add horse riding to your staycation list if you want to bring that extra sense of fun?
The National Park’s waterfall country is located right at its south-westerly edge and is one of its most beautiful spots. Several rivers, including Mellte, Hepste, Pyrddin and Nedd-fechan, flow through deep gorges, over dramatic waterfalls, and join to form the River Neath.
This beautiful region of the Brecon Beacons National Park has several waymarked walking trails. It’s hard to have the falls to yourself on the Four Falls Trail, which is the most popular and well-known. This is an excellent way to spend the day with your family and friends – and don’t forget to bring your four-legged friend too!
The National Park’s waterfall country is located right at its south-westerly edge and is one of its most beautiful spots. Several rivers, including Mellte, Hepste, Pyrddin and Nedd-fechan, flow through deep gorges, over dramatic waterfalls, and join to form the River Neath.
This beautiful region of the Brecon Beacons National Park has several waymarked walking trails. It’s hard to have the falls to yourself on the Four Falls Trail, which is the most popular and well-known. This is an excellent way to spend the day with your family and friends – and don’t forget to bring your four-legged friend too!
Located four miles south east of Llandeilo in Carmarthenshire, Wales, Carreg Cennen Castle stands on a high rocky outcrop overlooking the River Cennen.
Despite the romantic ruins commanding the limestone crag today, Roman coins and prehistoric skeletons have been discovered here. It was used in skirmishes between the English and Welsh, as well as in the War of the Roses, which led to its demolition in the 1460s. Despite this, the remains of the fortress are substantial and their former strength obvious.
You can enjoy the castle from the most rewarding vantage point on foot. Once inside, the north-east tower gives spectacular views to Black Mountain on a clear day – a natural monolith framed by arrow slits. A hike up a mountain and watching the sunset over the valleys would be the perfect way to spend your day.
Located four miles south east of Llandeilo in Carmarthenshire, Wales, Carreg Cennen Castle stands on a high rocky outcrop overlooking the River Cennen.
Despite the romantic ruins commanding the limestone crag today, Roman coins and prehistoric skeletons have been discovered here. It was used in skirmishes between the English and Welsh, as well as in the War of the Roses, which led to its demolition in the 1460s. Despite this, the remains of the fortress are substantial and their former strength obvious.
You can enjoy the castle from the most rewarding vantage point on foot. Once inside, the north-east tower gives spectacular views to Black Mountain on a clear day – a natural monolith framed by arrow slits. A hike up a mountain and watching the sunset over the valleys would be the perfect way to spend your day.
