Walk Programme 2010
Day 2: Sunday 28th February
Walk
12
Torpantau to Crickhowell
Strenuous
Time:
9.00am – 5.00pm
Start:
Bus from Crickhowell Resource & Information Centre to start at Blaen y Glyn
Finish:
Crickhowell Resource & Information Centre
Distance:
12 miles
Leader:
Ali Stevens
Notes:
Bus kindly sponsored by Savona Self Catering, Crickhowell
Details:
A long walk across rough moorland back to Crickhowell taking in Mynydd Llangynidr, The Chartist Cave & Mynydd Llangattock. Excellent views into the Usk Valley & towards the Black Mountains. 500ft ascent.
See Walk 42 for an alternative low level walk from the same start point.
See Walk 42 for an alternative low level walk from the same start point.
Walk
13
A Honddu Circuit
Strenuous
Time:
10.00am – 5.00pm
Start:
Llanthony Priory (SO 288278)
Finish:
Llanthony Priory (SO 288278)
Distance:
11 miles
Leader:
John Walton
Details:
From the Priory there is a steep climb up the eastern side to Offa’s Dyke, then north to descend through the Vision Farm to Capel-y-Ffin. There is then another steep ascent to the western ridge and a walk south to Bal mawr, before descending to Llanthony. Ascent 3000ft.
Walk
14
The Big Four
Strenuous
Time:
10.00am – 4.00pm
Start:
Neuadd Car Park (SO 037170)
Finish:
Neuadd Car Park (SO 037170)
Distance:
8 miles
Leader:
Duncan Forbes
Details:
To car park go past Talybont Reservoir from Talybont. Up steep hill and turn right after Granary Cottages. Car park on left after 1 ml.
Classic Brecon Beacons, with a steep ascent to start! Corn Ddu, Pen y Fan, Cribyn and Fan y Big – a wonderful sweeping circuit of the Taf Fechan valley taking in the ‘Big Four’. Ascent 3000ft.
Classic Brecon Beacons, with a steep ascent to start! Corn Ddu, Pen y Fan, Cribyn and Fan y Big – a wonderful sweeping circuit of the Taf Fechan valley taking in the ‘Big Four’. Ascent 3000ft.
Walk
15
Another approach to Sugar Loaf
Energetic
Time:
10.00am – 3.30pm
Start:
Golden Grove Llangenny (SO 240179) – £1
Finish:
Golden Grove Llangenny (SO 240179)
Distance:
9 miles
Leader:
Ros Grant
Details:
The car park is in the field opposite the Dragon’s Head, Llangenny.
An interesting walk through the Graig Wood to look at the ruins of a village that was lost for more than 150 years, then up onto the summit of Sugar Loaf for views of the Black Mts and Central Beacons. 2000ft ascent
An interesting walk through the Graig Wood to look at the ruins of a village that was lost for more than 150 years, then up onto the summit of Sugar Loaf for views of the Black Mts and Central Beacons. 2000ft ascent
Walk
16
Two medieval churches and a castle
Energetic
Time:
10.00am – 4.30pm
Start:
Queen’s Head, Cwmyoy (SO 311221) – £1
Finish:
Queen’s Head, Cwmyoy (SO 311221)
Distance:
11 miles
Leader:
Judy Cox
Details:
From the Queen’s Head, up to Cwmyoy, then a climb up and over the Hatterrall to cross over Offa’s Dyke Path and down to Longtown (look at Castle etc), along part of the Monnow Valley Walk, to Clodock (Church and Cornwalle Arms) then up on to the Hatterrall by Upper Clydd Farm, over the top and return. Ascent 2800ft.
Walk
17
The Chartist Cave
Moderate
Time:
10.00am – 1.00pm
Start:
Blaen-Onneu car park (SO 157171)
Finish:
Blaen-Onneu car park (SO 157171)
Distance:
6 miles
Leader:
Shirley Gladwin
Details:
The car park is on B4560 south of Llangynidr.
A walk on the undulating path across the limestone moor of Llangynidr Mt to the well-hidden Chartists’ Cave, reputed to have been the meeting-place of the local Chartists in the 1830s. Great views across to the Black Mountains.
A walk on the undulating path across the limestone moor of Llangynidr Mt to the well-hidden Chartists’ Cave, reputed to have been the meeting-place of the local Chartists in the 1830s. Great views across to the Black Mountains.
Walk
18
A Practical Navigation Walk
Moderate
Time:
10.00am – 4.00pm
Start:
Crickhowell Resource & Information Centre
Finish:
Crickhowell Resource & Information Centre
Distance:
6 miles
Leader:
Bill Chase
Details:
Simple techniques of navigation will be explained and you will be given a chance to practise them.
A relaxed walk around Crickhowell will give you an opportunity to have a go at navigating in the countryside. Bring a compass if you have one. Ascent 700ft.
A relaxed walk around Crickhowell will give you an opportunity to have a go at navigating in the countryside. Bring a compass if you have one. Ascent 700ft.
Walk
19
Wild Welsh Daffodils
Easy
Time:
10.00am – 11.00am
Start:
Llangynidr Car Park
Finish:
Llangynidr Car Park
Distance:
2.5 miles
Leader:
Pat James
Details:
Passing Sardis Chapel where original Welsh daffodils still grow in the wild, and returning via the Llangynidr Farmers Market where refreshments and local produce are available.
Walk
20
Down Macnamara’s Road
Energetic
Time:
10.30am – 4.30pm
Start:
Tir y Nant (SO 237237) – £1
Finish:
Tir y Nant (SO 237237)
Distance:
9 miles
Leader:
Stephen Flynn
Details:
Take Llanbedr Rd from Crickhowell for 4 miles. Right at no through road sign.(Brook Cottage on pre-2009 maps).
A fairly steep climb onto the Pen-y-Gadair ridge and then onto Waun Fach (can be boggy), before rounding the top of the Grwynefechan valley and returning via Macnamara’s road. Ascent 2300ft
A fairly steep climb onto the Pen-y-Gadair ridge and then onto Waun Fach (can be boggy), before rounding the top of the Grwynefechan valley and returning via Macnamara’s road. Ascent 2300ft
Walk
21
First Aid in the Hills
Easy
Time:
1.00pm – 4.00pm
Start:
Crickhowell Resource & Information Centre
Finish:
Crickhowell Resource & Information Centre
Distance:
4 miles
Leader:
Allan and Jane Gibbs (www.goldenvalleytraining.co.uk)
Details:
This will be a walk with a difference! “Accidents” will happen – and you will learn what to do – lots of practical demonstrations for you to participate in!
The “walk” will start in the town centre and then move onto the paths to the north with practical scenarios on the way. Children 10yrs+ accepted.
The “walk” will start in the town centre and then move onto the paths to the north with practical scenarios on the way. Children 10yrs+ accepted.
Walk
22
The Bwlch Hills
Moderate
Time:
2.00pm – 5.00pm
Start:
New Inn Bwlch (SO 148220)
Finish:
New Inn Bwlch (SO 148220)
Distance:
5 miles
Leader:
Mark Horton
Details:
This walk is in conjunction with Brecon & District Contact Association.
A leisurely walk exploring the two hills that define the Bwlch pass. Initially south to Buckland Hill with views along the Usk, then north to Cefn Moel, with views into Llangorse. Returning to the New Inn for free light bites.
A leisurely walk exploring the two hills that define the Bwlch pass. Initially south to Buckland Hill with views along the Usk, then north to Cefn Moel, with views into Llangorse. Returning to the New Inn for free light bites.
Strenuous walks require fitness and stamina to cope with several steep climbs and/or cover a good distance at a steady pace.
Energetic walks generally involve two steep climbs, but they will require determined application.
Moderate walks will seldom have steep climbs, but if they do, the climb will be taken at a relaxed pace.
Easy walks are generally flat or nearly so and are taken at a leisurely pace.
Walk has one or more steep climbs, but they will be taken at a very slow pace.
Suitable for wheelchair users or for those with walking difficulties
Suitable for young children and families
This walk is a special interest walk with emphasis on the interest, not just the walk.
Walk organised by the Brecon Beacons Park Society. No charge for Members.
Parents with children may book an RAF Adventure Day for their children if they are on this walk. See Events page for details.
Organised in conjunction with the Brecon Beacons National Park
Organised by Brecon & District Contact Association
Walk organised by Govilon Heritage.