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Regimental Museum of the Royal Welsh in Brecon, Wales, was opened in 1935 and houses an outstanding collection of military artefacts that depict details of great British History events. The Regimental Museum of the Royal Welsh also displays archive material that include personal and official diaries, some that have never been published, and serious researchers and students can access these archives by appointment. The Medal Room at our museum has an extensive collection of more than 3000 medals, and visitors are given an insight into the difficult and challenging circumstances pertaining to these medals. We offer formal workshops for school groups as well as casual sessions for other groups. READ MORE

Brecon Cathedral in Brecon, Wales, was built by the Normans in 1093, and after an interesting journey through history, became a Cathedral in 1923. This serene place of worship welcomes tourists, worshippers, and visitors who are interested in history, unique architecture and beautiful stained glass windows. The Heritage Centre at Brecon Cathedral is a 17th century tithe barn that has been beautifully restored, and is home to an interesting exhibition depicting the history of the Priory Church, and is available for wedding receptions, meetings and many other functions. Pilgrims tea room serves delicious homemade foods and offers an excellent catering service for events. READ MORE

Brecon Golf Club in Brecon, Wales, was established in 1902, and over the years this golf club has experienced many changes, alterations and improvements to offer golfers challenging and enjoyable rounds of golf on a 6122 yard par 70 golf course. Brecon Golf Club has a spectacular location flanked by two rivers, and affords spectacular views of Brecon Beacons. Holidaymakers without clubs can borrow a set of clubs from Brecon Golf Club to enable them to also enjoy challenging rounds of golf while on vacation. Facilities at Brecon Golf Club include a fully stocked pro shop, and our club offers an excellent bar and catering service where guests can relax and unwind after fun rounds of golf. READ MORE

Nythfa House in Brecon, Wales, is a charming 26 bedroom country house surrounded by a peaceful and attractive garden, and is the perfect starting point for outdoor enthusiasts and avid walkers. We have a well equipped boot and drying room, a secure cycle storage, and guests are free to borrow our guidebooks, walk directions and maps. Nythfa House is a well-equipped venue for meetings and conferences, and we have a choice of packages suitable for meetings, conferences and events. At the end of a day of fun in the outdoors or at the conclusion of a successful meeting, visitors can relax and unwind in the comfortable lounge or at our well stocked bar. READ MORE

The Grange in Brecon, Wales, is a family run bed and breakfast with a convenient central location that makes us the ideal starting point for outdoor activities and exploration in the surrounding area. Accommodations at our friendly bed and breakfast include en-suite rooms, family rooms and rooms with shared bathroom facilities, and guests have a choice of a fully cooked or vegetarian breakfast. Guests wanting to enjoy the great outdoors can arrange for early breakfasts and packed lunches, and at the end of an active and fun filled day, guests can relax and unwind in our courtyard garden area as they contemplate the next day's activities. READ MORE

Bijou Deli and Cafe in Brecon, Wales, has a warm and cozy atmosphere that speads over two floors, creating a tranquil environment where guests can get together with family and friends for aromatic coffees, speciality hot chocolates and delicious meals in front of a roaring fire. And on pleasant days our courtyard is perfect for afternoon teas and cheese mezze platters to be enjoyed with our local ciders. Bijou Deli and Cafe is a popular venue for meetings and functions, and is also available for evening private parties with up to 30 guests. Special picnic lunches are available from Bijou Deli and Cafe, and excellent vegetarian, vegan, dairy free and gluten free meals are also available. READ MORE

At Cantref Adventure Farm in Brecon, Wales, a family outing becomes a spectacular, fun filled adventure with something of interest for everyone. Enjoy exciting activities such as super sledge rides, swamp adventures, pony rides, an indoor play zone and splash wars, a game that involves water balloons being launched at each other from battle stations. Cantref Adventure Farm has a campsite with electric hook-up for longer stays. Cantref Horse Riding Centre offers exciting horse riding holiday breaks, pony trekking, horse riding lessons accompanied by experienced guides who will ensure that all rides are fun, enjoyable and memorable. READ MORE

The Old Railway Line Garden Centre in Brecon, Wales, is a family run centre that incorporates a garden centre, farm shop and restaurant that serves delicious and freshly made food prepared with local produce. Our well stocked garden centre has everything you need to help you create your dream garden, and while at the centre it is worth your while to visit our giftshop, homeware department, outdoor living department and our pet and wild bird department. The restaurant at The Old Railway Line Garden Centre has seating for up to 150 visitors, and all meals are made to order to ensure freshness. We also offer gluten free and vegetarian options, and the restaurant is wheelchair friendly. READ MORE

Black Mountain Activities in Brecon, Wales, is a family-run business with an ideal countryside location that has created an adventure playground filled with mountains, rivers and gorges. Since our inception in 1992, we have been providing challenging and memorable outdoor activites that include mountain biking, rock climbing, kayaking, white water rafting, abseiling and many more adventure filled activities. Black Mountain Activities offers comfortable stays at The Black Mountain Lodge where adventure seekers can relax and unwind after an exhilirating day of fun activities in the great outdoors. READ MORE

Bridge Cafe in Brecon, Wales, is a comfortable bed and breakfast with the ideal location for cyclists and hikers wanting to explore the national park. Our bed and breakfast is the perfect base for lovers of the outdoors, and we have a good supply of local maps to assist guests in planning their fun filled days. Facilities at Bridge Cafe include piping hot showers, comfortable accommodations, and although rooms do not have televisions, free wifi is available. Bridge Cafe has a secure bike storage as well as basic spare parts for mountain bikes, and with prior arrangement we can provide delicious packed lunches and flasks of hot refreshments. READ MORE

Peterstone Court in Brecon, Wales, rests on a historic site set in a beautiful location. Although still retaining its Georgian heritage, Peterstone Court has a relaxed style with modern touches, offers comfortable stays in our spacious rooms and is also an ideal wedding venue. Our health and beauty spa is located in vaulted caverns where guests can look forward to a holistic, pampering experience with any of our treatments, or a exhilirating workout in our gym, under the watchful eye of our qualified fitness instructors. Peterstone Court is a delightful wedding venue for romantic and indivually designed weddings, and our dedicated staff will work with you to ensure your wedding day is memorable and spectacular. READ MORE

Clarence Inn in Brecon, Wales, is a former coach house that was reopened in 2005 as an inn, pub and beer garden where locals and visitors can enjoy comfortable stays in comfortable en-suite rooms and pleasant, relaxing times in our beer garden and friendly pub. Enjoy fun times and a veritable dining feast with our Black Rock Grill, we also offer traditional Sunday roasts, and recommend booking for this popular treat. The beer garden at Clarence Inn is a popular venue for live entertainment and various competitions, including the annual Conker tournament and horticulture show, events that are organised by our on site club. READ MORE

Dragonfly Cruises in Brecon, Wales, offers delightful cruises that will highlight beautiful scenery and tranquil environments, from the deck of our comfortable boats that offer saloon seating for up to 50 guests, and includes a refreshment bar. Our cruises will take you along historical waterways, and with cruises available throughout all seasons, visitors can look forward to enjoying excellent views and sightings of abundant wildlife all year round. Dragonfly Cruises has a wheelchair lift and can accommodate a maximum of 2 chairs per cruise. Dragonfly Cruises now offers picnic launches and with plush seating, picnic tables and rain covers, guests can look forward to an outing filled with fun, laughter and good picnic food. READ MORE

The Gremlin Inn in Brecon, Wales, is a 3 star graded pet friendly inn with an ideal location within walking distance of the centre of town, as well as outdoor activities such as walking and hiking. The Gremlin Inn has 3 comfortable en-suite rooms and 3 self catering cottages at the rear of the hotel. The self catering cottages can sleep up to four guests and are fitted with mini kitchens and many other facilities to ensure memorable stays. The lounge bar at The Gremlin Inn features an original open stone fireplace dating back 400 years, and we also have a beer garden where events can be held on warm days. The Gremlin Inn has a function room for small or large functions and special occasions. READ MORE

The Castle of Brecon Hotel in Brecon, Wales, is a former 11th century castle that was renovated in 1809 to become a romantic and picturesque hotel with a riverside location and stunning mountain views. With 40 individually and tastefully decorated rooms, guests can select the ideal room best suited to their needs, and guests also have a choice of four private dining venues that include a riverside beer garden and a terraced patio. The Castle of Brecon Hotel is a sought after wedding venue, and our dedicated wedding co-ordinator will ensure your dream wedding becomes a memorable reality. READ MORE

The Hours Cafe and Bookshop in Brecon, Wales, is a charming bookshop that is housed in a beautiful Grade II listed building complete with exposed stone walls, and is the ideal place to meet up with friends and family. Our bookshop is perfect for just relaxing with the daily papers as you enjoy freshly prepared meals with a delicious cup of coffee in our charming on-site cafe. The Hours Cafe and Bookshop offers an excellent selection of titles that cover fiction, art, crime poetry and children's books, as well as walking guides. Our comfortable reading room is located upstairs, and the warm and relaxed atmosphere entices readers to linger a while longer as they enjoy an interesting book. The Hours Cafe and Bookshop has a interesting selection of literary gifts and second-hand books available. READ MORE

The Draen in Brecon, Wales, a beautiful and historic old farm house with sections that date back about 400 years, is located at the end of a quiet lane where visitors can enjoy comfortable stays in a tranquil and peaceful environment. Our bed and breakfast is suitable for either short or long stays, and includes full breakfasts to get you started for a day filled with explorations and outdoor activities. The Draen offers flexible eating times for early risers, and breakfasts can be enjoyed in the dining room or conservatory, weather permitting. With free wifi and excellent en-suite facilities, The Draen, which means Thorn Tree in Welsh, is your ideal choice of bed and breakfast for memorable vacations. READ MORE

At Bikes and Hikes in Brecon, Wales, we have everything you need to enjoy the many outdoor activities that are available. Hire a mountain bike from Bikes and Hikes and head off to the rolling hills and mountains for exciting mountain bike trails that are surrounded by spectacular scenery. With our vast knowledge and experience of the area we can recommend the best venues for rock climbing, hill walking, caving, mountain biking, and our fleet of bikes are renewed annually, ensuring our rentals are good quality and well maintained mountain bikes. Bikes and Hikes can plan suitable routes for groups and events, and with our experienced guides you can look forward to safe, enjoyable and exciting adventures. READ MORE

Brecon Leisure Centre in Brecon, Wales, offers an extensive range of sporting activities that will appeal to enthusiasts wanting to partake in various sports located in one area. The sports hall at our leisure centre is a popular venue for children's parties and has a bouncy castle and soft play equipment for fun parties. The ten pin bowling alleys at Brecon Leisure Centre also provide fun or competitive activities. Other sporting activities include aerobics classes, martial arts, table tennis, dance classes, yoga and many more, and we are a handicap friendly centre. After enjoyable activities, relax and unwind at The Galley Coffee Shop for delicious meals and drinks that have been freshly prepared. READ MORE

Cradoc Golf Club in Brecon, Wales, where fairways lined with majestic trees and fabulous greens beckons golfers to enjoy magnificent rounds of golf on a fantastic golf course that affords stunning views on every hole. Cradoc Golf Club also offers a 10 bay floodlit driving range, putting green, practice ground and more, and is available to be used by members and visitors. The Cradoc Golf Club Pro Shop is fully stocked with equipment and clothing for all your golfing requirements, and also offers an excellent pull or electric trolley hire service. After satisfying rounds of golf, relax in our comfortable clubhouse with friends and enjoy delicious meals and thirst quenching drinks. READ MORE

The Play Barn in Brecon, Wales, is an exciting and fun indoor soft play center where children up to the age of 11 can enjoy exercise and adventure in a safe environment. The Play Barn is the perfect venue for birthday parties, and our cafe serves either delicious hot lunches or sandwiches and crisps. All meals are served at the end of a play session, and children are not allowed back on the equipment after a meal. The Play Barn has an excellent nature trail package that involves playtime in the barn followed by a tasty lunch, and then everyone heads outside for fun outdoor activities, and this package is designed according to children's ages. READ MORE

Kevin Walker Mountain Activities in Brecon, Wales, is a small, but long-established hill walking company that offers hill skills, walking events and navigation courses to regular customers and newcomers to the pleasure of walking. Our friendly and highly qualified instructors and guides conduct courses to small groups to ensure personal attention as well as effective training. At Kevin Walker Mountain Activities we offer a choice of three walking catergories, starting with a stroll of less than 10kms, and is usually on good paths. Stretch walks are up to 15 kms and include various climbs and parts of rough terrain, and a strenous event is all about steep hill walking on difficult terrains. Whatever your choice of walk, you are ensured of a fun and fulfilling experience. READ MORE