If you are thinking of booking a holiday cottage in Wales why not consider the Brecon Beacons National Park for your break away. Out-of-doors enthusiasts will adore the Brecon Beacons National Park. There is so much to do - it makes the ideal choice for an activity holiday. Whether you enjoy walking, cycling, horse riding, climbing or sailing there’s something for everyone.

Cycling is a pleasurable, environmentally friendly and exciting way to investigate the area. The spectacular scenery provides a breathtaking landscape to cycle through. Travel along the country lanes or enjoy the calmness of the Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal. There’s something for everyone whether you just want a sedate family outing or a more adventurous mountain bike ride. There are four traffic free family trails in the National Park. Amenities include bike and trailer hire, picnic areas and play areas. The Brecon Beacons boasts some of the finest mountain biking in the United Kingdom. There is a huge network of diverse trails which cater for beginners through to experts.

If you take pleasure in walking you will adore this National Park. You can take relaxed strolls through picturesque valleys or on the other hand climb up mountains. The Beacons Way is a one hundred and one mile, eight day walking route across the Brecon Beacons. The walk takes in some of the most breathtaking scenery in the area. The park offers a number of wildlife walks where you can catch a glimpse of different species of flora and fauna.

It is thought that the Brecon Beacons has some of the best horse riding countryside in Europe. It has been awarded the BHS Access Award for the National Park most active in opening up equestrian routes. There are numerous riding centres in the park offering a variety of treks, hacks and trails.

The Brecon Beacons also offers outstanding opportunities for climbers. There are just about four hundred climbs in the region and these are described by the South Wales Mountaineering Club. There are also indoor climbing facilities at Llangorse Climbing and Riding Centre and the Welsh International Climbing Centre at Taff Bargoed.

Some of the most important cave systems in Europe are found in the Brecon Beacons National Park. There are numerous centres that offer courses for all abilities from beginners to experts.

There are lots of waterways in the National Park making it ideal for canoeing and kayaking. The River Usk from Brecon to Abergavenny is specifically good for sporting kayaking. The river, however, is not passable throughout its length and restrictions apply.

Sailing and windsurfing are possible at Llangorse Lake and Pontsticill Reservoir. Llangorse Lake is the largest natural lake in south wales. It is also possible to go water skiing here.

This Brecon Beacons and surrounding area has eight golf courses making it a good choice for those of you searching for an interesting location for a golf holiday.

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