Spring 2026...
Cwm Claisfer Nature Reserve, Llangynidr
The wooded reserve of Cwm Claisfer is a mixture of commercial forestry with areas of high nature conservation interest. The Trust has a management agreement with the Forestry Commission and works with them to enhance the wood’s biodiversity and accessibility, whilst allowing it to remain commercially viable.
What to look out for:
The best part of the wood has developed below the limestone escarpment of Craig Cwm Claisfer, an area of old red sandstone. This is a mixed ash and alder woodland with a boulder-strewn floor supporting a rich carpet of mosses and liverworts. The site’s different soils produce a mixed ground flora of calcium-loving and calcium-hating plant species. Look out for sanicle, lesser spearwort, St John’s wort, lady’s mantle and a wide range of ferns.
The verges of the wide forest tracks are a good place for spotting butterflies. They can be seen feeding on thistles and other plants on the sunny margins of the woodland rides.
Other things to do...
Tretower Court and Castle
Visit two wonders in one at this historic castle tower and medieval court housing 900 years of history in its grounds. At a mere seven minute drive from Crickhowell, this historic site is not one to be missed
Brecon Beacons Park Society walks
Take a Walk in the Park! As a part of its annual programme of activities the Society organises guided walks in or close to the National Park every Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Raglan Castle
Although built for a wealthy family to live in comfort, Raglan Castle has many defensive features and is the ideal setting for lively games of knights and warriors.
Cwm Claisfer Nature Reserve
The wooded reserve of Cwm Claisfer is a mixture of commercial forestry with areas of high nature conservation interest
Beacon Park Boats
Hire a luxury electric boat or Canadian canoe for the day, half-day or by the hour from the terminus of the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal
Kevin Walker Mountain Activities
Kevin Walker has been running navigation and hill-skills courses from Crickhowell since 1978, and offers a warm, Welsh welcome
Treads & Trails
Mountain bike and walking: guided routes and instruction, adventure camping, treks. Black Mountains, Brecon Beacons and beyond. Contact us to discuss your requirements
Cwmyoy Church
The leaning church of the Black Mountains – even the tower leans more than the leaning tower of Pisa!
Llangorse Multi Activity Centre
Llangorse Multi Activity Centre is Wales’ Premier Award Winning Indoor and Outdoor activity centre, set in the stunning Brecon Beacons National Park, Mid Wales!
Oriel CRiC Gallery
The Oriel CRiC Gallery upstairs in the Crickhowell Resource and Information Centre is a beautiful space which showcases creative excellence at its best
Walking in the Brecon Beacons
A small team of engaging, enthusiastic and experienced walkers providing guides and walks around a variety of locations within the Brecon Beacons.
How to get here...
Registered charity number: 1106479, company limited by guarantee: 4668297 how to get here
The CRiC Centre
Beaufort Street
Crickhowell
Powys NP8 1BN
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