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Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal at Talybont-on-Usk

Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal at Talybont-on-Usk

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Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal at Talybont-on-Usk

Name: Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal at Talybont-on-Usk
Rating: 2

Recommended by 29 hikers

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Please check local regulations for: Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

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Location: Talybont-On-Usk, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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Best Hikes to Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal at Talybont-on-Usk

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1. Talybont Reservoir loop — Brecon Beacons National Park

16.3km

04:39

380m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Cwm Banw Horseshoe loop — Brecon Beacons National Park

21.4km

06:44

840m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Tor y Foel Summit – White Hart Bridge (Bridge 143) loop from Talybont-on-Usk

14.5km

04:21

450m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Alex Foxfield

May 6, 2021

In lee of the Central Beacons' eastern arms, the village of Talybont is a superb base for hikers. With plenty of woodland, reservoir and hill walks right on its doorstep, you're spoilt for choice. In the village are several good accommodation options and plenty of places to eat and drink.

It's possible to hike to Pen y Fan's 2,907-foot (886 m) summit from the village, though any circular route is a very long day on the hill. Of interest closer by is Talybont Reservoir, a treat for bird enthusiasts; Tor y Foel, a charming standalone summit at 1,808 feet (551 m); and Bryn, a north eastern outlier of the Central Beacons at 1,844 feet (561 m).

David Howells

February 15, 2024

Talybont-on-Usk is a charming village in the foothills of the Brecon Beacons, and over the last ten years, it has become a dynamic adventure village, a veritable hub of the local tourism industry. It has a campsite, several excellent pubs, a great local shop/cafe and the gorgeous Brecon to Monmouth canal running through the centre of it. There are a number of local walks and hikes you can do from here.

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Location: Talybont-On-Usk, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal at Talybont-on-Usk

1. Talybont Reservoir loop — Brecon Beacons National Park

2. Cwm Banw Horseshoe loop — Brecon Beacons National Park

3. Tor y Foel Summit – White Hart Bridge (Bridge 143) loop from Talybont-on-Usk

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