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Talybont Reservoir loop — Brecon Beacons National Park

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Talybont Reservoir loop — Brecon Beacons National Park

Moderate

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Talybont Reservoir loop — Brecon Beacons National Park

04:39

16.3km

380m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 6, 2024

Tips

Includes a movable bridge

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After 16.1 km for 9 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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141 m

Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal at Talybont-on-Usk

Highlight • Trail

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).

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1.83 km

Brinore Tramroad

Highlight • Trail

Running for 8 miles (13 km) from Talybont-on-Usk to Trefil, the Brinore Tramroad was operational as a horse-drawn railway between 1815 and 1865. An important industrial artery, it linked the Tredegar iron works and the Trefil limestone quarries to the Monmouth & Brecon Canal.

Today, it is a popular hiking route, with splendid views of Talybont Reservoir’s serene expanse and the emerald sweep of the Central Beacons. The Usk Valley Walk, a long-distance hike that follows the Usk River between Caerleon and Brecon, makes use of the stretch above the reservoir.

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3.09 km

Talybont Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

The largest stillwater reservoir in the Brecon Beacons National Park, Talybont Reservoir is a gloriously serene and picturesque place for a ramble. A haven for wildlife, there's a bird hide that lets you observe the pochards, tufted ducks, mallards and teals that inhabit the area. After a walk here, the village of Talybont offers refreshment and relaxation in its pubs and cafes.

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13.0 km

Talybont Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

The largest reservoir in the Brecons, Talybont reservoir was completed in 1939. It supplies water to Newport, further south.

Seventeen dwellings (including farms) were co-opted during its construction.

Despite its man-made nature, it's a very pleasant place to spend some time.

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16.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.5 km

2.34 km

1.22 km

1.14 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.64 km

4.49 km

2.57 km

1.62 km

1.34 km

916 m

706 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 5 May

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Talybont Reservoir loop — Brecon Beacons National Park

Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal at Talybont-on-Usk

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Talybont Reservoir

Talybont Reservoir

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