Brecon Beacons National Park

[[file:Brecon Beacons National Park - Wales banner.jpg|1280px|Brecon Beacons National Park}} Brecon beacons arp - Part of the Brecon Beacons National Park, looking from the highest point Pen y Fan (2907 feet, 886 metres) to Cribyn (2608 feet, 795 metres)

The Brecon Beacons National Park (Welsh: Parc Cenedlaethol Bannau Brycheiniog) is located in southern Wales, part of the United Kingdom. Within an area of 1347 km² (520 sq miles) and the park contains some of the most spectacular and distinctive upland formations in southern Britain. Stretching from Hay-on-Wye in the east to Llandeilo in the west and the park includes the Black Mountains and the Central Beacons, Fforest Fawr and the Black Mountain as well as a vast array of moorland, forests, valleys, waterfalls, lakes, caves and gorges.

Brecon Beacons National Park Halal Travel Guide

Several small towns and villages lie within or directly besides Brecon Beacons National Park and can serve well as a base from where to discover the park. For this reason, many have become rather popular tourist destinations with proper facilities for Muslim travellers. Good examples include Abergavenny, Brecon, Crickhowell, Llandeilo, Llandovery, Hay-on-Wye (famous for its book stores) and Merthyr Tydfil. Other options are Brynaman, Govilon and the small villages Llangadog, Capel Gwynfe and Bethlehem, Llangorse, Pontneddfechan, Talgarth, Talybont-on-Usk and the lovely parish of Myddfai.

The Brecon Beacons (or simply 'the Beacons') can refer both to the central range of mountains which stretch east from Storey Arms to Talybont and also to the national park as a whole which contains other extensive ranges as outlined below. Though use of the alternative term 'the Brecons' has increased in recent times, it is not used locally and will not win you friends! The mountain area on the east of the national park (extending to the English border) is called the Black Mountains and the area on the west of the park (towards Llandeilo) has been known as the Black Mountain (singular). Old writings suggest that the entire collection of mountain massifs between Abergavenny and Llandeilo was once known as the Black Mountain - which helps to account for some of the confusion that arises with modern naming of the area.

History

The Brecon Beacons mountain range together with the neighbouring Black Mountains, Fforest Fawr and Black Mountain ranges was designated as the Brecon Beacons National Park in 1957. It was the last of the original ten to gain its status.

Landscape=== Veil of Snow - Sgwd yr Eira - Sgwd yr Eira Waterfall

The larger part of the area is underlain by Old Red Sandstone rocks which despite the name are generally brown in colour and do contain layers of softer mudstone. It is this layer cake which is also tilted to the south which gives rise to a characteristic stepped appearance to some of the mountain slopes, particularly in the Black Mountains of the east. All of the various ranges have been carved by rivers and glaciers giving rise to steep north facing scarps and longer southerly directed valleys, many of which are heavily wooded. A number of these valleys in the central part of the park have been dammed gving rise to around a dozen picturesque reservoirs.

A band of limestone running east-west through the park brings with it a pock-marked landscape riddled with caves, some of which are amongst the longest in Europe. Along the southern edge of the park, adjacent to the South Wales Coalfield are numerous signs of former industry such as quarries, tramways and limekilns.

The major river within the park is the Usk which rises on the Western Black Mountain, gathers waters from the central Beacons and then flows along the southern edge of the eastern Black Mountains. Its valley provides the main east-west route through the park.

Flora and fauna

Native broadleaf woodland is abundant within the valleys though it's greatly supplemented by conifer plantations in certain areas. A number of rare whitebeam species cling to limestone cliffs in parts of the park; these are generally protected as nature reserves. The global populations of some of these species is only around 25 to 30 trees! The red kite is emblematic of the park, particularly west of Brecon though it's becoming a more common sight in the east too. Herons, kingfishers and dippers are a common sight on the area's rivers which are in the main unspoilt - indeed the Usk catchment has SAC status and the highest level of protection, not least for its fish and lamprey species with there also being a healthy population of otters. Water voles have recently been re-introduced to Llangorse Lake area.

Weather in Brecon Beacons National Park

Being an upland area and the Brecon Beacons get their fair share of rainfall though the eastern Black Mountains are distinctly drier than the Western Black Mountain. The stretch of country between Brecon and Hay-on-Wye is the driest part of the park followed by the eastern part of the Usk valley towards Abergavenny. The ranges often form a weather divide with dry weather on say the northern side of the watershed whilst rain falls on the southern slopes.

How to travel to Brecon Beacons National Park

From London, take the M4 motorway into South Wales. Turn off at exit 22 (near Cardiff) onto A470 towards Brecon. Further west, leave the motorway at exit 43 onto the A465 or at exit 45 (near Swansea) onto the A4067. Take both roads in the direction of Brecon. The A4067, in particular, passes through some very pleasant scenery and you will be reminded of the famous quote by a notable Buddhist master the whole way: "the journey is the goal." One scenic drive off of the main A470 is the A4059. It sticks to the high ground and offers an opportunity to see wild Welsh Mountain Ponies.

There are regular bus services from both Swansea (Quadrant Bus Station) and Cardiff (Railway Station bus terminal) into the park area.

Fees and permits for Brecon Beacons National Park

Access to the park and its tourist offices is free though there are parking charges at some locations.

What to see in Brecon Beacons National Park

Pony in brecon2 - Wild Welsh ponies still roam the Brecon Beacons.

• Sgwd yr Eira Waterfall Penderyn 51.7782, -3.5548 From Lamb Hotel on A4059 at Penderyn, follow the road and then footpath to the river, free Thit is the waterfall you can walk behind, as it has a shallow cave behind the curtain of water. A must see if you are visiting South Wales. The path from the Lamb has been renewed and easy to follow, The waterfall is a 30 minutes walk from Penderyn. The steps down to the river are steep and need care. Can be combined in a single walk with several other waterfalls nearby.

• Pen Y Fan 51.8840, -3.4369 From Storey Arms on A470, an hours walk along marked paths. no charge The highest peak in Southern Britain, at {{feet|2907, is a popular walk for local residents and visitors alike. Fantastic views and an exhilarating walk. Can be included in a circular walk known as the horseshoe taking in the adjacent peaks of Cribyn and Corn Ddu.

• Black Mountain 51.8814, -3.70848 - Black Mountain (range) - Bannaubrych Area in the Western section of the park (not to be confused with the Black Mountains in the east). Fan Brycheiniog is the highest peak at {{feet|2,631. The area has much evidence of glacial activity and there are two magical lakes Llyn y Fan Fach and Llyn y Fan Fawr.

• Y Garn Goch 51.902, -3.905 - Y Garn Goch - Y Garn Coch fort - Iron Age hill fort

Top Travel Tips

• Gorge Walking
• Celtic Events | Outdoor activities in the Brecon Beacons.

Local events in Brecon Beacons National Park

• Green Man Festival Glanusk Park, Crickhowell - annual alternative music festival typically held in mid-August.

Halal Restaurants & Food in Brecon Beacons National Park

• Penderyn Pontpren, Penderyn 51.763139, -3.521504 just north of Abardare - Penderyn (whisky) Penderyn Distillery -

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Ramadan 2024 Celebrations in Brecon Beacons National Park

Ramadan 2025 in Brecon Beacons National Park

Ramadan concludes with the festival of Eid al-Fitr, which may last several days, usually three in most countries.

The next Ramadan shall be from Friday, 28 February 2025 to Saturday, 29 March 2025

The next Eid al-Adha shall be on Friday, 6 June 2025

The next day of Raʾs al-Sana shall be on Thursday, 26 June 2025

The next day for Mawlid al-Nabī shall be on Monday, 16 September 2024

Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Beili Helyg Guest House Cwm Cadlan, Penderyn, CF44 0YJ 51.7823, -3.4959 From Penderyn, follow Cwm Cadlan road from Lamb Hotel for 1.5 miles, you'll see sign and yellow grit bin at the gate on your left. ☎ +44 1685 813609 £80 per double room per day Fantastic little Bed & Breakfast with 3 rooms, all en-suite. Very comfortable beds, friendly hosts, delicious breakfasts. Ideally placed for waterfalls and mountains, Walkers and cyclists welcome.

• Craig y Nos Castle - Craig y Nos Castle | Brecon Road, Penycae, Ystradgynlais SA9 1GL 51.825, -3.684167 ☎ +44 1639 731167 - Craig-y-Nos Castle - Craig-y-nos A boutique hotel in a stunning location in the foothills of the Black Mountain, part of the Western Brecon Beacons.

Stay Safe

Britain's mountains are not especially high, but they can be dangerous and people do get injured and lost frequently. The weather can change rapidly, especially above 2,000 feet.

More Muslim friendly Destinations from Brecon Beacons National Park

• Wales' capital city, Cardiff, is a place to head should the weather turn wet - good museums and a historic castle to explore. There are a huge variety of shops in the downtown, many of which are located in covered arcades.
• Swansea and the Swansea Bay region complements the Brecon hills with wide, sandy beaches - also the excellent leisure centre and National Waterfront Museum will keep the whole family amused.
• Llandovery is a lovely old market town on the edge of the Beacons.

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