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Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal at Pencelli

Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal at Pencelli

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Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal at Pencelli

Recommended by 24 hikers out of 25

This Highlight is in a protected area

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 Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal at Pencelli

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1. Brynich Aqueduct – Brecon Canal Basin loop from Brecon

16.3km

04:09

50m

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

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2. Bryn's Northeastern Slopes – Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal loop from Talybont-on-Usk

9.53km

02:40

180m

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

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3. Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal – White Hart Bridge (Bridge 143) loop from Pennorth

10.3km

02:54

210m

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

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David Howells

February 15, 2024

The little hamlet of Pencelli is a delightful and charming place. You will find a lot of canal barges moored here, as it is a prime stopping point due to the fact that the ‘The Royal Oak’ pub brings people in from miles around. There is also a turning point here for the canal barges, and this makes it a popular get in & out point for kayakers and paddle boarders. It is simply a charming place to stop for a while, have a drink or a coffee, and watch the world go by!

Alex Foxfield

September 6, 2021

The small village of Pencelli is superbly located for exploring the heart of the Brecon Beacons National Park. It's situated in the Usk Valley, on the historic Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, while the Central Beacons massif — including the iconic Pen y Fan — is within walking distance to the south west.

There are a number of amenities in the village. Plas Pencelli is an outdoor activities centre specialising in school, college and youth centre education. There's also the Royal Oak, which serves great pub food. Accommodation wise, as well as private rentals, there is also a caravan and camping park.

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

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Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal at Pencelli

1. Brynich Aqueduct – Brecon Canal Basin loop from Brecon

2. Bryn's Northeastern Slopes – Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal loop from Talybont-on-Usk

3. Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal – White Hart Bridge (Bridge 143) loop from Pennorth

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