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Beacons Reservoir

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Beacons Reservoir

Recommended by 10 hikers out of 11

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

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    Expert

    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Expert

    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    August 18, 2022

    Beacons Reservoir is the northernmost of the three reservoirs in the Taff Fawr valley in South Wales. It was built by Cardiff Corporation Waterworks between 1893 and 1897, and the water is impounded by an earth dam with a clay core. Since 1973 it has been owned by Welsh Water.

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      Elevation 450 m

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      Location: Glyn Tarell, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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