⛰️ (Rare Trip) Brecon Beacons, Wales – Pen y Fan & Walk Behind a Waterfall
About the event
################# Explore Britain’s most stunning trails in a small group of up to 14, travelling together by private minibus to beautiful, remote locations not easily reached by public transport. We’ve created a list of [FAQs](https://drive.google.com/file/d/12gIZWTLfA3zQsx1fb0lpv1zOWP2vC5tq/view?usp=drive_link) to help answer your questions. ################# Join us for a stunning weekend in the Brecon Beacons National Park in Wales! Wales has just three national parks and while we visit Snowdonia and Pembrokeshire regularly, the Brecon Beacons is the one we rarely get to. Our last weekend here was back in 2022, so it's well overdue! And what a place to come back to! Covering more than 1,300km², the national park is home to some of the most spectacular scenery in Britain: dramatic mountain ranges, tranquil reservoirs, hidden falls and endless trails to explore. It's a true walker's paradise and just as special after dark. The Brecon Beacons was only the fifth place in the world to be granted International Dark Sky Reserve status, so if the skies are clear, the stargazing is extraordinary. 🗓️ SATURDAY – The Beacons Circuit Departing London early on Saturday morning, we'll head to the heart of the Brecon Beacons to tackle the Beacons Circuit – an epic, big-view mountain walk taking in the highest summits of the Brecon Beacons – all in one spectacular hike! This challenging route takes us over four of the area's iconic peaks: Pen y Fan (886m, the highest mountain in southern Britain!), Corn Du (873m), Cribyn (795m) and Fan y Big (719m). Along the way, we'll be rewarded with incredible panoramic views, dramatic glacial ridges, beautiful waterfalls and some of the most breathtaking mountain scenery in Wales. After the hike, we'll drive to the traditional 19th-century Aberglais Inn for a well-earned dinner together, before heading on to our hotel. 🗓️ SUNDAY – Waterfall Country On Sunday, we'll explore Bro'r Sgydau, or Waterfall Country — one of the best places for waterfall walking in Wales, with an exceptionally high number of waterfalls packed close together. Every one is impressive, but the star is Sgwd yr Eira (“waterfall of snow”), where the path takes you right behind the curtain of falling water. 💦 Just past halfway, we'll stop for lunch in the cosy village of Pontneddfechan, where you can grab something light at the Sgwd Gwladys café or settle in for a traditional Sunday roast at the nearby Angel Inn. This walk features in the 100 Outstanding British Walks collection, chosen by a panel of experienced authors and guides – see for yourself why! ITINERARY Saturday: 06:45 Meet outside Hotel Novotel London West, 1 Shortlands, W6 8DR (a five-minute walk from Hammersmith Station) 07:00 Sharp departure 11:30-18:00 The Beacons Circuit, taking in the highest peaks of the Brecon Beacons National Park (difficulty: [Difficult](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BMjvqhAAdSeCdyzLPHs0z04_e2TiKdci/view?usp=sharing), distance: 15km, ascent: 850m) 18:30-20:00 Dinner at the traditional 19th-century [Aberglais Inn](https://maps.app.goo.gl/df3KGY5aFHxL8on77) 20:45 Check in at Holiday Inn Express Newport hotel Sunday: 07:00 Breakfast (included) 08:00 Departure 09:00-16:30 The Four Waterfalls Trail, with a lunch stop at Pontneddfechan village (difficulty: [Moderate](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BMjvqhAAdSeCdyzLPHs0z04_e2TiKdci/view?usp=sharing), distance: 16km, ascent: 600m) 16:30 Departure 20:30 London, Hammersmith DIFFICULTY & EQUIPMENT Please note that this trip requires a good level of fitness. Sturdy hiking boots with ankle support and waterproof clothing are essential. PRIVATE ROOM The default option is a shared twin room at the hotel (you'll share your room with somebody from our group of the same gender). A small number of private rooms, for your own use, is available for £40 extra – let us know if you would like an upgrade! TRANSPORT As on most of our trips, we'll travel in a comfortable 16-seater…
