This charming RSPB site is not far from Llyn Brianne and is home to Twm Sion Cati's cave. You'll find a great circular footpath running nearby the river, boasting beautiful rock cascades and mossy green trees. Take the hike up the steps to the cave to see the amazing old carvings in the stone hideout of Wales' own 'Robin Hood'.

Alex

November 23, 2022

Mountain biking

This attractive RSPB site has a circular footpath adjacent to a river with beautiful rock cascades and old mossy trees. It is also home to the Twm Sion Cati's cave. All worth a look off of the bike.

Zoe Evans

November 17, 2023

Hiking

THE TALE OF THE WELSH “ROBIN HOOD” Known as Twm Siôn Cati
Twm Siôn Cati is a historically known figure in Welsh folklore.
A tale recounted by Meyrick recalls how …

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Location: Llanfair-Ar-Y-Bryn, Carmarthenshire, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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