Explore Bannau Brycheiniog

Some of the finest walking in Wales begins right from your cottage door. Explore gentle waterside routes along the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal, just a short walk from the estate, or venture into the mountains to discover iconic peaks including Pen y Fan and Fan y Big. For guests travelling with dogs, our private twelve-acre parkland provides plenty of space to roam before setting out into the wider national park.

Beyond walking, the Brecon Beacons is a playground for outdoor enthusiasts — cycling, mountain biking, horse riding, canoeing, fishing, climbing, sailing and even paragliding, all within easy reach of Ty Mawr.

Discover the famous Waterfall Country, where wooded valleys, hidden cascades and scenic walking trails create some of the most beautiful landscapes in Wales. Nearby Llangorse Lake, the largest natural lake in South Wales, offers watersports, sailing, paddleboarding and lakeside walks. The Rivers Usk and Wye provide excellent opportunities for fishing and canoeing, while the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal offers a more leisurely pace for walkers, cyclists and wildlife lovers.

Explore impressive castles including Raglan Castle, White Castle and Tretower Court & Castle, where centuries of Welsh history come vividly to life. Discover medieval churches, ancient priories and the magnificent Brecon Cathedral. For industrial heritage, the Blaenavon World Heritage Site and Big Pit National Coal Museum offer fascinating insights into Wales’ rich past.

The charming market towns of Brecon, Crickhowell, Hay-on-Wye and Abergavenny are all within easy reach. Browse independent shops, galleries and cafés, enjoy local markets and discover Hay-on-Wye’s world-famous bookshops and literary festival.

As one of the world’s first International Dark Sky Reserves, the Brecon Beacons offers exceptional stargazing. On clear evenings, the skies above Ty Mawr reveal countless stars, planets and constellations — some of the finest night skies anywhere in the UK.

The Brecon Beacons has become one of Wales’s most rewarding food destinations. Local favourites include the acclaimed Felin Fach Griffin, The Three Horseshoes at Groesffordd, The Royal Oak at Pencelli, Hills in Brecon and the Michelin-starred Walnut Tree near Abergavenny. Many local establishments are dog friendly, and Brecon also offers an excellent selection of Asian restaurants including Brecon Tandoori, Zeera, Gurkha Corner and Chang Thai.