Attractions
Brecon Cathedral & Heritage Centre
Brecon Powys
phone: 01874 623857
The Cathedral and its attendant buildings, formerly a Benedictine Priory under the control of Battle Abbey in Sussex, are amongst the most important architecturally in Wales.
Brecon Cathedral has been the site of Christian worship for more than a thousand years, dating from the days of the Norman conquest.
In 1093 a Benedictine Priory linked to Battle Abbey was established here and continued in existence until the dissolution of the monastries in 1537.
The building then served the community as a Parish Church, and in 1923 became the Cathedral Church of the newly founded Diocese of Swansea & Brecon.
Dan-yr-Ogof, The National Showcaves Centre for Wales
Abercrave Powys
phone: 01639 730 284
Wales' top award-winning visitor attraction the National Showcaves Centre for Wales, is the most breathtaking Showcaves complex in Northern Europe. Every year tens of thousands of visitors step back in time, as they walk within the limestone rocks, and deep into the subterranean world.
Above ground there is plenty to see and do - come face to face with some of the largest animals ever to walk the Earth in our Dinosaur Park, one of the biggest collections of life-sized dinosaur models in the world! Witness how our ancestors lived during the Iron Age, and enjoy the company of our friendly giants the Shire Horses. Down on the farm, children will have a great time in the covered play areas should there be any excess energy waiting to be used up before the journey home!
One ticket gets you into 10 attractions:
• Dan-yr-Ogof Showcaves
• Cathedral Cave
• Bone Cave
• Museum
• Mr Morgan's Farmyard
• Dinosaur Park
• Iron Age Village
• Shire Horse Centre
• Barney Owl's Play Area
• The Millennium Stone Circle
Cantref Adventure Farm Park
Cantref Powys
phone: 01874 665223
Welcome to Cantref Adventure Farm!
A fun packed day out for the whole family! Come and meet the farm animals in our live shows every half an hour and get involved in our family swamp ride! We have lots of play facilities such as the Indoor Playzone, Ball Cannons and Pedal tractors!
We offer a wide range of activities from the play zone and the mega sledge ride, jungle swamp ride, animall encounter - tractor & trailer ride to your own birthday party and school visits.
Things to do within 20 minutes of Brecon
Powys
phone: 01874 622485
There is much to see and do in Brecon town but if you are staying a few days, aside from the outstanding surrounding countryside and outdoor activities, you can also pay a visit to the following activity centres and areas:
Dragonfly Cruises
Brecon Powys
phone: 07831 685 222
Spend a delightful few hours cruising through some of the most beautiful scenery in Britain, lying within the Brecon Beacons National Park.
The Monmouthshire and Brecon canal hugs the mountainside above the valley of the River Usk. Through the four seasons there a fine views and an abundance of wildlife to be seen.
200 Years of History - Travel on this historical waterway, a fantastic feat of engineering, built before roads and railways. Cruise through a canal lock and over an aqueduct carry the canal over the River Usk,
Saloon seating for 50
Refreshment bar
Catering available
P.A. System
Toilet
Souvenirs
All Weather
Wheelchair Lift (2 chairs maximum)
The Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal
Brecon Powys
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The Monmouthshire and Brecon canal hugs the mountainside above the valley of the River Usk. This is one of the most scenic canal routes in Britain. It runs for a total of 32 miles (51.5 km) through idyllic scenery in the National Park between Brecon and Pontypool. Through the four seasons there a fine views and an abundance of wildlife to be seen.
The full length of the canal towpath is a public footpath. During its passage through the National Park it features six locks and several public houses are to be found adjacent to the canal enroute. 200 Years of History - Travel on this historical waterway, a fantastic feat of engineering, built before roads and railways.
Tretower Court and Castle
Crickhowell Powys
phone: 01874 730279
“A dedicated follower of fashion”
For over 900 years Tretower Court and Castle have been altered, adjusted and adapted. Much of this was done to keep up with style, fashion and the tastes of the time.
COPY OF Cantref Adventure Farm Park
Cantref Powys
phone: 01874 665223
Welcome to Cantref Adventure Farm!
A fun packed day out for the whole family! Come and meet the farm animals in our live shows every half an hour and get involved in our family swamp ride! We have lots of play facilities such as the Indoor Playzone and Pedal Tractors!
We offer a wide range of activities from the play zone and the mega sledge ride, to birthday parties and school visits.
We are currently open 7 days a week from 10.30am - 5.30pm.
Please check website for prices and opening hours.
Theatr Brycheiniog
Brecon Powys
phone: 01874 611622
Situated at the end of the picturesque Brecon to Monmouth Canal in the pretty market town of Brecon on the edge of Brecon Beacons National Park, Theatr Brycheiniog offers a popular and acclaimed programme of performing arts and entertainment throughout the year.
Visit the theatre website for full listings.
Gorge Walking Wales
Neath Vale of Glamorgan
phone: 07854 819142