A panoramic view of a town with buildings and houses surrounded by green hills and trees, with yellow flowering bushes in the foreground and a clear blue sky overhead.
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For Walkers
Brecon Beacons

Details of walks are available from Visit Brecon. These include those accessible from the town itself and the wider Brecon Beacons National Park We sell a large range of OS maps; books of walks and Brecon Beacons National Park leaflets.

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This circular walk explores the back streets of Brecon and their rich history.

Back of Brecon

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Parks & Playgrounds For Young Families

This walk takes in three play areas in different parts of the town and so offers a good walk around Brecon, with opportunities for taking your own refreshments. 

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Slwch Tump

This is an easy gentle uphill walk, that rewards you with great panoramic views back down over the town.

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WALK: The Brecon Story

Offering an insight to the 'fabric' of our town - what makes it special, both now and because of the stories that have shaped its history and the heritage buildings that we are so proud of.

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  • Further information regarding  walks can be obtained from our office in Lion Yard, called Visit Brecon. It’s well- signposted from the main car parks in town. If you wish to contact us prior to your visit please do so at office@visitbrecon.org.uk or telephone 01874 620860.

  • The walks vary considerably in terms of length and require different levels of stamina and ability. There is something for everyone however! Staff and volunteers at Visit Brecon will be able to advise you accordingly.  

  • Yes – a Changing Places facility is available at Y Gaer Museum, Art Gallery and Library, Brecon, LD3 7DW