The Brecon Beacons National Park

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National Park Walks, Activities & Events - October

@ Different start points across The National Park

October's Guided Walks & Events organised by the National Park Authority

A full programme of Brecon Beacons National Park Authority guided walks, children's activities and events for you to enjoy.

WEDNESDAY 8
19:00 – 21:30
STAR GAZING - CRAIG-Y-NOS COUNTRY PARK
This is an ideal location from which to see the stars. Come and join this special event and see what you can spot in the night sky. There will be a talk and a look at the stars through telescopes. If weather conditions aren’t clear a talk on the planets and history of the telescope will be given with some photographic images taken by NASA of the planets. There is no charge for this event although car parking charges apply.
Organised by the Swansea Astronomical Society. For more details call the Country Park on 01639 730395.

SUNDAY 12
10:00 – 15:15
Eastern Aspects of the Beacons - Guided Walk
LENGTH: 8m / 12km. MEET: Car park at the camp site 1/2 mile south of Aber Village (SO 105209).
Explore some less frequented areas of the Beacons, climbing Carn Pica then crossing the moorland plateau and descending by Bryn and the eastern spur. Bring packed lunch.
GRADE/ASCENT: Energetic / 700m
LEADER: National Park Volunteer, Colin Beach
For more details call 01873 853277.

SATURDAY 18
10:00 – 16:00
Explore Llangynidr Mountain - Guided Walk
LENGTH: 9m / 14km
MEET: Llangynidr Village car park (SO 155195).
A circular walk exploring Llangynidr Mountain including some geology, micro navigation and the contributions a BBNP Volunteer can make. Includes minor roads, footpaths, bridleways and open moorland. Bring packed lunch.
GARDE/ASCENT: Moderate / 460m
LEADER: National Park Volunteer, Peter Brock. For more details call 01874 623366.

SUNDAY 19
10:00 – 11:00
Walking for Health around the Grounds of the Country Park
LENGTH: 2m / 3.2km
MEET: Craig-y-nos Country Park (SN 839 155) car park charges apply.
A walk around the grounds of this lovely Country Park. This walk is designed to improve fitness and health and is part of the Healthy Walking campaign.
GRADE: Access for All
For more details call the Country Park on 01639 730395.

MONDAY 20 – FRIDAY 24
AUTUMN RAMBLES
MEET: YHA Danywenallt National Park Study Centre (SO 107206).
Arrive Monday afternoon and enjoy four days walking in the stunning scenery of the National Park. Walks last all day, will be easy to moderate and about 7 -10 miles in length. Each walk will be led by an experienced leader. You will be based at Danywenallt, a converted farmhouse. Return from your walk to traditional Welsh cooked food in a cosy and friendly atmosphere. Prices: Single £280 or twin £258 for four nights all inclusive.
For more details call 0870 770 6136.

SATURDAY 25
11.00-15.00
Industrial Heritage Walk
LENGTH: 6m / 9.7km.
MEET: Henderson Hall, Talybont on Usk (SO 112 228). Use Towpaths and Tramroads to take in stunning views of the Talybont and Usk Valleys whilst learning about this area’s rich industrial heritage. Bring packed lunch.
GRADE: Moderate.
LEADER: National Park Warden, Sam Ridge.
For more details call 01874 623366.

SUNDAY 26
10:00 – 15:00
Blorenge Circular - Guided Walk
LENGTH: 9m /14km.
MEET: Abergavenny Tourist Information & National Park Centre. Discover the history, wildlife and landscape of the Blorenge mountain. Bring packed lunch. GRADE: Energetic
LEADER: National Park Volunteer, Mike Bebb
For more details call 01874 623366

TUESDAY 28
14:00 – 16:00
Clay and Paint Autumn Spectacular
MEET: National Park Visitor Centre, Libanus (car park charges apply).
We’ll be using natural materials found around the Mountain Centre to inspire masterpieces of art, both on paper and in clay, so roll up your sleeves and join in! Suitable for children aged 7 and up. 7 year olds must be accompanied by an adult. Cost: £3.50 per child. No dogs please.
Call NPVC Warden, Natalie Fisher for more details on 01874 623366.

TUESDAY 28
Bats and Besoms - Unfortunately this activity is now CANCELLED - our apologies for any inconvenience / disappointment caused.

WEDNESDAY 29
10:30 – 12:30
Winter essentials - for animals! (Children's Event)
VENUE: National Park Visitor Centre, Libanus (car park charges apply).
Help our furry and feathered friends get ready for the winter by making feeders and hibernation boxes. Suitable for children aged 5 - 12. Under 7s must be accompanied by an adult. Cost £3.50 per child.
For more details call NPVC Warden, Natalie Fisher on 01874 623366.

FRIDAY 31
10:00 - 13:30
Up the Allt - Guided Walk
LENGTH: 5.3m / 8.5km
MEET: Llangasty Village Hall (SO 122257)
A walk up through woodland looking at the National Parks’ work on the public rights of way to the top of the Allt, once used by Iron Age settlers and the Romans, for one of the best viewpoints in the National Park. Bring a packed lunch or support the Village Hall which will be open for warming soup, teas and coffees at the end of the walk, when toilet facilities will also be available.
GRADE/ASCENT: Moderate / 230m
LEADER: National Park Public Rights of Way Assistant, Avril Barnes
For more details call 01874 623366.

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