The Brecon Beacons National Park is the host to of a wonderful range of festivals and events.
The Guardian Hay Festival that celebrates great writing in every medium occurs annually during Whitsun week. The festival follows up with a literary winter weekend in December - the organisers work with the town of Hay to combine the event with carols, late night Christmas shopping and seasonal dining.
August is a great month for music lovers with The Brecon Jazz Festival swiftly followed by The Green Man Festival at Glanusk. The Green Man Festival has become known for pioneering the best in alternative music styles in an unrivalled atmosphere of peace and tranquillity.
The area celebrates food in spectacular fashion with The Abergavenny Food Festival in September with this event mirrored on a smaller scale in June at Hay and in October at Brecon. Walking festivals, craft fairs, fire festivals, art weekends, spooky walks at Halloween, story telling evenings & much more can all be found on our local events calendar.
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Daily events listing
Guided walks, festivals - walking, literary, music or food, fayres, farmers markets, theatre productions, exhibitions.......we list these for you by the day on our activity & events website website link
You can search by date or type of event.
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Walks with The Beacons Park Society
Most of our walks go into the hills. Participants are reminded that the following gear must be taken:
walking boots, rucksack, hat, gloves, warm clothing (not jeans!), spare sweater, water and a hot drink, lunch, extra food and of course, waterproof jacket and trousers. A whistle and torch should be carried, particularly during the winter months. Participants must satisfy themselves that the walk is suitable for their abilities. You can take advice, by ringing the walks leader whose telephone number is given. No liability will be accepted for loss or injury that occurs as a result of taking part.
An adult must accompany young people (under18).
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Borough Theatre
Presenting a year round programme of professional and community productions, the Borough Theatre is a lively 338 seat venue situated right in the centre of the historic market town of Abergavenny, the traditional Gateway to Wales.
Visit the theatre website for full listings.
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Events at Dinefwr Park
Check our website for more details on the huge variety of events that are listed below & happening over the summer in our glorious surroundings:
website link
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Events at Cyfarthfa Castle
Enjoy the elegant surroundings of this interesting museum and once family home, set in beautiful parkland, on the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park.
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Concerts, recitals & events at Brecon Cathedral
We hold a lunchtime concert at 12.30pm on the first monday of every month -
Keep an eye on our website for more information
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Farmer's Markets across the National Park
Farmer's Markets are an opportunity to buy local produce direct from the producer.
There is always a wide range of produce available depending on the season including: apple juice, pork, charcoal, smoked meats and fish.
Eggs cheese, sausages, cakes, pottery, bread, mayonnaise, bacon, herbs, preserves, cottage plants, organic fruit and vegetables, organic chutneys and more !
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Brecon Jazz
Welcome to the Brecon Jazz tourism website, which aims to help you plan your visit to the festival. This website provides background information on the festival and on what else there is to see and do, as well as offering a wide range of accommodation in the Brecon Beacons National Park
Celebrating its 26th year, the Brecon Jazz Festival mixes some of the world’s finest jazz music with the stunning location of the Brecon Beacons National Park. It creates a unique atmosphere for both its audience, and the galaxy of international artistes, who perform there each year on the second week-end in August.
Winner - Best Major Event in Wales, National Tourism Awards 2007.
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Brecon Beacons National Park Guided Walks, Children's Activities & Family Events - Summer 2009
A full programme of Brecon Beacons National Park Authority guided walks, children's activities and family events for you to enjoy.
Thursday 4 June: 14:15 – 16:30
Brecon Town Past & Present –
Family-friendly Guided Walks
A town walk, visiting sites of distinction, discovering Brecon’s fascinating past and residents of renown. No dogs please. Part of the Fforest Fawr Geopark Festival programme of events.
Length: Approximately 2 miles
Grade: Access for all.
Meet: Canal Basin, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon.
Leaders: National Park Volunteer, Peter Brock & National Park Officer, Avril Barnes.
Other dates: 23 July, 20 August, 17 Sept, 22 Oct. Please phone us on 01874 623366 for more details and to let us know you are coming to help us give you a safe and enjoyable experience.
Sunday 7 June: 13:00 – 16:00
The Geology & History of Ystradowen -
Family-friendly Guided Walk
A lovely walk through farmland, riverside and woods around Ystradowen looking at the geological and industrial history of this area of the National Park and Fforest Fawr Geopark. Part of the Fforest Fawr Geopark Festival programme of events.
Length & Grade: 4m / 6.4km, Easy.
Meet: Brynhenllys bridge, Ystradowen (SN 755 125).
Leader: National Park Warden, Wyn Morgan.
Please phone us on 01874 623366 for more details and to let us know you are coming to help us give you a safe and enjoyable experience.
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2009 - Literature Weekend Breaks
Set in four acres of countryside and overlooking the town of Abergavenny and the Blorenge Mountain, The Hill is a delightful place for a weekend activity break.
The Hill offers a range of day, weekend and week-long breaks covering a variety of subjects, there is something to suit everyone.
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Rally Evolution
British rallying returns home to Wales in 2009! Starting and finishing in Newport (Gwent) which has excellent routes and makes this city and ideal starting location. However – be prepared this is in no way ‘A Wales Rally GB’ with its usual constrained route.
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Brecon Beacons National Park Guided Walks, Children's Activities & Family Events - Autumn/Winter 2009
A full programme of Brecon Beacons National Park Authority guided walks, children's activities and family events for you to enjoy.
Saturday 5 September
Brecon Beacons Challenge – Fundraising Event
A 3 peak fundraising challenge for the British Heart Foundation (BHF). An opportunity to complete 3 peaks in one day whilst raising life-saving funds to beat heart disease in the UK.
For more information visit website link or call 0800 783 6970. Spaces are limited and registrations are handled on a first-come first-served basis.
Saturday 5 September: 10:00-16:00
The Sugar Loaf Summit and Ancient Oaks – Guided Walk
A circular walk taking in the summit of the Sugar Loaf via St. Mary’s Vale and Mynydd Pen-y-fal, returning through the ancient oaks of Deri Wood. Bring packed lunch.
Length, Grade & Ascent: 11m / 17km, Energetic, 500m.
Meet: Abergavenny TIC (car park charges apply). Accessible by bus & train.
Leaders: National Park Volunteers, Ros Grant & Anne Pritchard.
Please phone us on 01874 623366 for more details and to let us know you are coming to help us give you a safe and enjoyable experience.
