Explore the local area

Ynys Clydach is situated on the northern edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park and the Fforest Fawr UNESCO Global Geopark.  Whilst remote the cottage is only 1 mile from the main A40 so has easy access to all the area has to offer:
  • Brecon Beacons National Park Visitors Centre – 6 miles
  • Pen y Fan – 8 miles
  • Brecon – 10 miles
  • Hay-on Wye – 30 minutes
There are so many places to visit but here are some of our favourites:​

Good Day Out

​Micro-adventures with animals and farm experience days engaging with animals, wildlife, conservation and rural skills. Based in the Brecon Beacons area, all our activities are small group and high interaction with knowledgeable friendly trainers who are passionate about what they do. All experiences also help good causes in some way, so you can do good while you have a good day out! With features like our Sheep Trekking on BBC Countryfile and ITV Coast & Country as well as articles on all our experiences in the press including the Times, Guardian, Telegraph, and the Daily Mail, we love showing you the beautiful area we live and work in and also love to engage you with your chosen day out.

The International Welsh Rarebit Centre

Trip Advisor review: '​This little gem of a place is little bit off the main touristy areas of the Beacons but certainly worth a visit. My reason for visiting was a photography exhibition in the upstairs gallery the celebration of Welsh culture and produce was a pleasant surprise. The food was very reasonably priced and I look forward to seeing how the place develops further.'

Shoemakers Arms

Trip Advisor Review: Great atmosphere and delightful pub, we would thoroughly recommend.

Brecon Beacons National Park

Our National Park.  Things to do, Discover, Explore


​Hills and Mountains

Craig Cerrig-Gleisiad a Fan Frynych – an area of upland, which forms part of Craig Cerrig-Gleisiad Nature Reserve.
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Llyn-y-Fan Fach – discover the legend of the Lady in the Lake.


​Lakes, reservoirs, waterfalls and rivers

Llangorse Lake – the largest natural lake in Wales.  Home to lots of activities including fishing, canoeing and sailing.
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Crai Reservoir – one of the top ten places for star gazing in the National Park

Henrhyd Falls – on National Trust land, this is the highest waterfall in Wales, plunging some 27 metres and surrounded by the stunning Graigllech Woods.

Usk River – flows from the Usk Reservoir through Sennybridge to Brecon. 
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Canoeing/Kayaking – there is an access point for canoeing/kayaking in Sennybridge on the Usk River. 
Please note though that access is permitted during certain periods only.   ​


​The Arts

Brecon Cinema – a 1930s style cinema complete with curtains, usherette, ice-cream and an intermission.  Shows all the latest releases and is reasonably priced.

Theatr Brycheiniog – built alongside the Brecon Canal Basin this is a hub for arts and entertainment.  It also has a Waterfront Café and Bar.


​The Sky


Gliding – for those who prefer to have their feet off the ground, the area is fantastic for Hang Gliding, Paragliding and flying Gliders (Sailplanes). One of UK’s most exciting gliding clubs is based in the heart of the Black Mountains at Talgarth. With soarable conditions on most days, the average flight times are amongst the longest in the UK. The club offers trial lessons along with temporary membership for experienced pilots.
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Star Gazing – in 2013 the Brecon Beacons National Park was designated as one of the worlds Dark Sky Reserves.  Look out for Dark Sky events which take place throughout the park or visit Crai Reservoir which is one of the top ten places for star gazing.





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​Red Kites – there are two Red Kite Feeding Centres situated in the National Park the nearest of which is at Llanddeusant.  Witness up to 50 kites and buzzards soaring and circling above the purpose built hide just before feeding.


​The Road

​Motorcycling – The roads and trails in this area boast some of the best biking roads in the UK. Whatever you bike of choice, from adventure, sports, classic to enduro riding there is something for everybody.  Fantastic roads, scenery and biker friendly stop offs along the routes.



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​Cycling and Mountain Biking – enjoy 3 mountain biking routes starting in Sennybridge graded from simple to fairly severe and varying in length from 11.5-28km.  Mountain bikers can also enjoy Crychan Forest, purpose built waymarked trails suitable for family cycling.  For those who prefer road cycling why not undertake the 110m Neath, Sennybridge Brechfa Circular Cycle Route.
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