Brecon Beacons Self-Guided Walking Tour 2024/2025

Highlights:

• Head out on one of the self-guided walks to discover the varied beauty of the Brecon Beacons on foot
• Admire panoramic views of rolling countryside and valleys, wide open hillsides and wildly beautiful forests in this spectacular corner of Wales
• Look out for wildlife, find secret corners and learn about Welsh history
• A relaxed pace of discovery in a sociable house
• Discover what makes the Brecon Beacons so special from the waterfalls and caves to its lakes.
• Evenings in our country house where you share a drink and re-live the day’s adventures

Unpack Once!

Go where you want, when you want. Take a relaxing stroll or try something more challenging. All our country houses have a Discovery Point with maps, guidebooks and local walks directions to help you tailor your stay.

• Accommodation at a country house hotel
• Full Board Meals – from dinner on arrival day to breakfast on departure day

Walking Grades Explained:

• Grades 1 & 2 – Leisurely walking grades
• Grades 3 & 4 – Moderate walking grades
• Grades 5 & 6 – Challenging walking grades

“There’s no such thing as bad weather, just the wrong type of clothing!” goes the adage. Come prepared for all eventualities and you’ll walk in comfort as well as safety. Britain’s famous for its changeable weather, so here’s our advice on what to wear and bring.

Essentials

• Waterproof walking boots providing ankle support and good grip.
• A waterproof jacket and over-trousers
• Gloves and a warm hat (it can be chilly at any time of the year)
• Rucksack
• Water bottle (at least 1 litre capacity)
• A small torch (everywhere in winter, year round in mountains)
• Sun hat and sunscreen
  Denim jeans and waterproof capes are not suitable on any walks.

Recommended

• Several layers of clothing, which can be added or removed
• Specialist walking socks to avoid blisters.
• A first aid kit inc plasters– your leader’s first aid kit doesn’t contain any medication
• Sit mat (insulated pad to sit on when you stop for a break)

You might also want

• Walking poles, particularly useful for descents.
• Insect repellent
• Flask for hot drinks
• Rigid lunch box
• Gaiters
• Blister kit (eg Compeed) just in case
• Waterproof rucksack liner

Pricing

Pricing is per person (pp) based on single/twin/double occupancy.

Supplement applied for single in a double room.

Rates are in $ CAD. Rates include room upgrade (better) and membership fees. 

Contact DHTour at 1-888-597-3519 or 905-639-9954 or dhtour@dhtour.ca to book.

Ask us for the best available pricing for your dates & choice of airline. We can assist in your travel to/from the Country House.

Travel Details:
Address is: Nythfa House, Brecon, Powys, LD3 7NN

By Train:
The most convenient railway station is at Abergavenny.

By Taxi:
The 20-mile journey from Abergavenny railway station takes approximately 40 minutes. You can pre-book a taxi from our recommended taxi company, A&A Cabs. As a guide price, it cost £35 per 4-seat taxi in 2020. 8-seat taxis are also available at a higher rate. A&A Cabs will arrange shared taxis wherever possible. Please pre-book your taxi at least 7 days in advance by contacting:

A&A Cabs*
Tel: +44 (0) 1874 622288
Email: aandabrecon@yahoo.ie
The return taxi journey can be arranged on your behalf by the Nythfa House Manager.
*A&A Cabs is not owned or managed by us.

By Bus:
The X43 bus operates from Abergavenny station to Brecon. Alight at the bus interchange in Brecon. Facing the road, head left along Heol Gouesnou to the traffic lights. Turn right heading uphill along Cerrigcochion Road for around 70 yards, and then turn left into Belle Vue Gardens. Head along the road and turn right at the Tjunction (still Belle Vue Gardens). Head up the road to another T-junction and turn left into Cerrigcochion Lane. Walk for about 15 yards and you will see the Nythfa House sign on your right.

By Car:
Most guests approach Brecon via the A40 from Abergavenny or the A470 from the northwest. These two roads converge at a roundabout on the Brecon bypass. At the roundabout follow the B4601for a mile into Brecon. Turn right at the second mini roundabout, then go straight on at the cross roads with traffic lights. After 500yds turn sharp right into Mount Street, then second left into Belle View Road. Stop at the top of the road at the T Junction then go straight ahead up the drive to Nythfa House.