Brynich Lock – Brecon Canal Basin loop from Trecastle

Brynich Lock – Brecon Canal Basin loop from Trecastle

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Brynich Lock – Brecon Canal Basin loop from Trecastle

03:17

64.7km

880m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

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8.18 km

The International Welsh Rarebit Centre

Highlight • Restaurant

Cafe/Restaurant/Artspace - a great spot for a coffee or food.

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17.7 km

River Tarell Crossing

Highlight • River

Lovely little crossing point over the River Tarell, nice and quiet and perfect for a quick drink before pushing on

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32.6 km

Ty Mawr Pool

Lake

33.7 km

Brynich Lock (Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal)

Highlight • River

This lock was the first on the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal to be restored after the canal fell into dereliction.

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33.7 km

Brynich Lock

Highlight • Historical Site

Brynich Lock and its scenic gatekeeper cottage is situated adjacent to the river bridge over the River Usk near Llanfrynach. It is a super lovely place in a lovely tranquil …

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40.6 km

Brecon Canal Basin

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This is a beautiful canal basin forming the start of the Monmouth and Brecon Canal. It's a beautiful setting overlooked by Brecon Theatre, where there is a cafe/bistro. Meanwhile, on …

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41.4 km

Brecon Tap

Highlight • Pub

42.1 km

Brecon Castle

Highlight • Castle

Brecon Castle is a very unique place. It is a castle that is now within the grounds of a private hotel. Though most of the original castle is long gone, …

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44.9 km

Mynydd Illtud Common

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

An undulating area of common land. It's a gentle climb from the Brecon side perfect for shaking off any cafe legs. The road is quite exposed so it can be …

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