Attractions
Visit Blaenavon Ironworks, where you’ll see the remains of blast furnaces and the workers’ cottages of Coalhouse fame. Or go underground with a former miner at Big Pit and discover the story of coalmining in Wales.
By bus: X24 bus connects Blaenavon, Abersychan, Pontypool, Cwmbran and Newport. 30 bus runs from Brynmawr to Newport via Blaenavon and calling at Big Pit.
Travelling from Abergavenny, catch X4 to Brynmawr and change to 30 to complete the journey.
Travelling from Cardiff or Hereford, catch X3 to Cwmbran/Pontypool and change to X24.
Please use the journey planner for timetable details.
Also, Beacons Bus on Sundays and Bank Holidays during the summer months.
By train: Nearest stations are in Abergavenny, New Inn, Cwmbran and Newport but you will need to catch a bus or hire a taxi to complete your journey to Blaenavon.
Brecon Cathedral & Heritage Centre (SO043289)
Discover the story of this magnificent cathedral which dates back to 1093, in the adjacent Heritage Centre.
By bus:Brecon town bus route 40b
Brecon Mountain Railway (SO059097)
A vintage narrow gauge steam railway which travels along the length of theTaf Fechan reservoir to Dolygaer. Licensed tearooms and shop. Room for 4 wheelchairs per train if you telephone in advance. 01685 722988.
By bus: Close to the 35 bus route from Merthyr Central Bus Station. Also, Beacons Bus on Sundays and Bank Holidays during the summer months.
Over 40 acres of scenic countryside to enjoy in the grounds of Adelina Patti’s former home.
By bus: X63 service from Swansea to Brecon. Bus stop: Adelina Patti Hospital.
Also, Beacons Bus on Sundays and Bank Holidays during the summer months.
Dan-yr-Ogof, the National Showcave Centre for Wales (SN841158)
Perfect for a family day out with three main showcaves, a recreation of an Iron Age village, Shire horse centre and museum.
By bus: On the X63 bus route. Please use the journey planner for timetable details. Also, Beacons Bus on Sundays and Bank Holidays during the summer months.
Garwnant Forest Visitor Centre (SO003132)
Forest walks, cycle routes, a restaurant and information centre situated in Coed Taf Fawr, a large area of forestry in the centre of the Brecon Beacons.
By bus: T4, 470 bus routes. Please use the journey planner for timetable details. Beacons Bus runs on Sundays and Bank Holidays during the summer months.
Hire a boat on the largest natural lake in South Wales or visit the fascinating Crannog Centre.
Take a boat trip or hire your own to explore this 35 mile waterway through peaceful countryside.
National Botanic Garden of Wales (SN525184)
Home to over 100,000 different plants, including rare and endangered species, this beautiful garden is well worth a visit. By bus: Bus 166 runs from Carmarthen train station and drops off within the Garden car park. Please use the journey planner to find timetable details. Also, Beacons Bus on Sundays and Bank Holidays during the summer months.
See the exhibition and learn more about the National Park, admire the fantastic views, enjoy lunch or tea at the tearooms or enjoy a leisurely stroll on the common.
By bus: The 470 bus stops on the A470, but it’s then a walk of about 1.5 miles to the Visitor Centre. Also, Beacons Bus on Sundays and Bank Holidays during the summer months. Beacons Bus will take you right to the centre.
Take a journey through the history of whisky making at the only distillery in Wales.
By bus: Bus route 7 Penderyn-Glynhafod – please use journey planner for timetable details. Also Beacons Bus on Sundays and Bank Holidays during the summer months.
South Wales Borderers Museum (SO049282)
Discover over 300 years of regimental history from 1689 to the present day.
By bus: X4, 43 routes from Abergavenny to Brecon, bus stop: Barracks.
Restored courtyard house with origins in the14th century. Motte and bailey castle established during the Norman Conquest.
By bus: Route X43 Abergavenny – Brecon and on Beacons Bus on Sundays and Bank Holidays during the summer months.
Visit the exciting exhibition at the Centre, before taking a walk along the river to the stunning waterfalls, or discover the remains of the mysterious gunpowder works.
By bus: Service 161 to Neath. Please use journey planner for timetable details. Also, Beacons Bus on Sundays and Bank Holidays during the summer months.
