Walkers Cottage - Guidebook
Local Walks
All the best trails and hikes for your stay at Walkers Cottage
Around a 20 minute drive from the cottage, the panoramic views from the top of Pen Y Fan, the highest point in the Brecon Beacons, are simply stunning. Very popular with locals and tourists alike.
If visiting during the summer/early autumn, an early start to watch the sunrise from the summit is an unforgettable experience.
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Pen-y-Fan
Around a 20 minute drive from the cottage, the panoramic views from the top of Pen Y Fan, the highest point in the Brecon Beacons, are simply stunning. Very popular with locals and tourists alike.
If visiting during the summer/early autumn, an early start to watch the sunrise from the summit is an unforgettable experience.
A four mile circuit around the water that encompasses the reservoir and local scenery, it starts only a 5 minute walk from the cottage (from the front door, head left past the Red Cow pub, carry on for around 200 yds, and right at the fork in the road, past the large planter for 'Pencerrig Isaf').
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Pontsticill Reservoir
A four mile circuit around the water that encompasses the reservoir and local scenery, it starts only a 5 minute walk from the cottage (from the front door, head left past the Red Cow pub, carry on for around 200 yds, and right at the fork in the road, past the large planter for 'Pencerrig Isaf').
A 10 mile circular trail around the peaks of Pen y Fan, Cribyn and Corn Ddu, with breath-taking views across the Taf Fechan Valley - a hike for the seasoned walker or those looking for a challenge.
Head for the Neuadd car park, it's free parking and the perfect place to start the trail.
Horseshoe Trail
A 10 mile circular trail around the peaks of Pen y Fan, Cribyn and Corn Ddu, with breath-taking views across the Taf Fechan Valley - a hike for the seasoned walker or those looking for a challenge.
Head for the Neuadd car park, it's free parking and the perfect place to start the trail.
Known locally as The Four Waterfalls, this trail is perhaps the prettiest and most popular local attraction.
From Gwaun Hepste - Four Falls Trail Car Park, you take the red (easier) or green (more difficult) route, the route is around 7km long so expect a good half a day at least to complete it all.
It can get steep and muddy in some places, especially the steps down to the last waterfall Sgwd Yr Eira, so proper hiking boots are a must.
Deep water at the last fall too, for a swim if you fancy it!
Car Park: Gwaun Hepste - CF44 9JF. Note, the car park is pay and display, cash only
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Ystradfellte
Known locally as The Four Waterfalls, this trail is perhaps the prettiest and most popular local attraction.
From Gwaun Hepste - Four Falls Trail Car Park, you take the red (easier) or green (more difficult) route, the route is around 7km long so expect a good half a day at least to complete it all.
It can get steep and muddy in some places, especially the steps down to the last waterfall Sgwd Yr Eira, so proper hiking boots are a must.
Deep water at the last fall too, for a swim if you fancy it!
Car Park: Gwaun Hepste - CF44 9JF. Note, the car park is pay and display, cash only
A moderately challenging hike starting from the very attractive village of Abergavenny, views from the top of the Welsh Black Mountains stretch for miles in all directions.
A popular alternative to Pen Y Fan.
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Sugar Loaf
A moderately challenging hike starting from the very attractive village of Abergavenny, views from the top of the Welsh Black Mountains stretch for miles in all directions.
A popular alternative to Pen Y Fan.
Food scene
All the best local places to eat, from pub to fine dining!
Y Bwlch Coch (The Red Cow) is one of two excellent local pubs in the village of Ponsticill, situated only a 3 minute walk from the cottage!
Excellent selection of pub meals (vegetarian and vegan friendly) and local ales on tap.
Superb roaring fire at the rear of the pub, perfect for a recharge after a day exploring the Beacons.
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Red Cow Inn
Main RoadY Bwlch Coch (The Red Cow) is one of two excellent local pubs in the village of Ponsticill, situated only a 3 minute walk from the cottage!
Excellent selection of pub meals (vegetarian and vegan friendly) and local ales on tap.
Superb roaring fire at the rear of the pub, perfect for a recharge after a day exploring the Beacons.
The Butchers Arms is one of two excellent local pubs in the village of Ponsticill, situated only a 1 minute walk from the cottage!
Excellent selection of pub meals (vegetarian and vegan friendly) and local ales on tap.
Bike rental is also available from here, and is a perfect for a recharge after a day exploring the Beacons.
The Butchers Arms Bunkhouse and Brewpub
Main RoadThe Butchers Arms is one of two excellent local pubs in the village of Ponsticill, situated only a 1 minute walk from the cottage!
Excellent selection of pub meals (vegetarian and vegan friendly) and local ales on tap.
Bike rental is also available from here, and is a perfect for a recharge after a day exploring the Beacons.
A five minute drive out of the village (large car park opposite pub) is the Aberglais Inn, refurbished in recent years and now offering a great selection of pub meals (vegan and vegetarian friendly) and beers/ales on tap.
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Aberglais Inn
A five minute drive out of the village (large car park opposite pub) is the Aberglais Inn, refurbished in recent years and now offering a great selection of pub meals (vegan and vegetarian friendly) and beers/ales on tap.
A cosy gastropub tucked away in a cul-de-sac on a small hill in the quaint village of Groesffordd, Brecon.
An inventive and delicious menu made with locally sourced ingredients and a wide range of drinks selection, this is an excellent choice for a dinner that's just a little bit extra special.
Book in advance to avoid disappointment!
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The Three Horseshoes Inn
A cosy gastropub tucked away in a cul-de-sac on a small hill in the quaint village of Groesffordd, Brecon.
An inventive and delicious menu made with locally sourced ingredients and a wide range of drinks selection, this is an excellent choice for a dinner that's just a little bit extra special.
Book in advance to avoid disappointment!
Anybody heading out of Wales along the A470 who has time for a quick food stop or a Sunday lunch along the way should definitely book here to round out your holiday.
Excellent food menu, Sunday lunch is beautiful.
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Bunch Of Grapes
40 Ynysangharad RdAnybody heading out of Wales along the A470 who has time for a quick food stop or a Sunday lunch along the way should definitely book here to round out your holiday.
Excellent food menu, Sunday lunch is beautiful.
Things To Do
Local activities you may enjoy during your stay!
Brecon Mountain Railway was built on part of the abandoned Brecon & Merthyr Railway which was originally built in 1859. Travel behind a vintage Steam Locomotive in all-weather observation coaches and admire the spectacular views on your 10 mile round journey. The railway climbs to Torpantau, high in the Brecon Beacons before returning Pontsticill Station.
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Brecon Mountain Railway
Pontsticill RoadBrecon Mountain Railway was built on part of the abandoned Brecon & Merthyr Railway which was originally built in 1859. Travel behind a vintage Steam Locomotive in all-weather observation coaches and admire the spectacular views on your 10 mile round journey. The railway climbs to Torpantau, high in the Brecon Beacons before returning Pontsticill Station.
BikePark Wales is the UK's number 1 mountain biking destination, offering over 40 lovingly created bike trails on an 850 hectare (1200 acre) site.
An on-site uplift facility allows riders to get a lift to the top of the hill with their bike in order to enjoy the descents, much like at a ski resort. Riders wishing to pedal to the top may also do so via a single track trail.
There are trails and packages to suit riders from beginner to expert level rider and they also offer on-site coaching, bike hire, a lovely cafe with log burner and an onsite bike shop. The top of the mountain offers fantastic views of Pen Y Fan and the rest of the Brecon Beacons.
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Bike Park Wales
BikePark Wales is the UK's number 1 mountain biking destination, offering over 40 lovingly created bike trails on an 850 hectare (1200 acre) site.
An on-site uplift facility allows riders to get a lift to the top of the hill with their bike in order to enjoy the descents, much like at a ski resort. Riders wishing to pedal to the top may also do so via a single track trail.
There are trails and packages to suit riders from beginner to expert level rider and they also offer on-site coaching, bike hire, a lovely cafe with log burner and an onsite bike shop. The top of the mountain offers fantastic views of Pen Y Fan and the rest of the Brecon Beacons.
Situated at the old Tower Colliery coal mining site in the Rhigos mountain range, home to Phoenix and the Tower Coaster, Zip World Tower offers stunning panoramic views and an unforgettable adventure experience.
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Zip World Tower
Situated at the old Tower Colliery coal mining site in the Rhigos mountain range, home to Phoenix and the Tower Coaster, Zip World Tower offers stunning panoramic views and an unforgettable adventure experience.
Shops & Supermarkets
Asda Merthyr Tydfil Superstore
The nearest supermarket to the cottage (15 min drive)
CF48 2YF
Costcutter
32 Pant RdThe nearest convenience store for any essentials (5 min drive), CF48 3SH