Brecon is situated about 5 miles from our Beacons and is the principal market town of the area with a history stretching back to the 12th century. Its many Georgian houses are overlooked by the Priory of St John the Evangelist - a fine building which became Brecon Cathedral in 1923. The town museum contains a wealth of local history and the Military museum at the Barracks has a fascinating account of past local regiments with particular reference to the Zulu wars. Market days are on Tuesdays and Fridays and the Tourist Information Centre is situated overlooking the main car park.

Llangorse Lake is only a few miles to the east of our Beacons. It is the largest natural lake in South Wales and offers fine opportunities for sailing, fishing and boat hire.

Hay on Wye about 14 miles from our Beacons is a treasure of a small town situated below an old border castle. Hay has much to offer the visitor: a Literary Festival in May, a range of good quality small shops and - most famously - second hand books to satisfy every interest.

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