St Mary's Church, Brecon – Priory Groves loop from Brecon

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St Mary's Church, Brecon – Priory Groves loop from Brecon

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St Mary's Church, Brecon – Priory Groves loop from Brecon

02:00

7.40km

100m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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343 m

Y Gaer – Museum, Art Gallery & Library

Highlight • Structure

Y Gaer – Museum, Art Gallery & Library is a cultural venue at the heart of Brecon, it includes Brecknock Museum, one of the best small museums in Wales, along …

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429 m

Wellington and Picton Memorial, Brecon

Highlight • Historical Site

This monument in the heart of Brecon is both a memorial to Wellington and to Sir Thomas Picton, who was considered to be the most important Welsh general fighting alongside …

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465 m

St Mary's Church, Brecon

Highlight • Cafe

St. Mary's Church is situated in the quaint market town of Brecon within the curtilage of its town centre. It has the finest tower in all of Powys, and inside …

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1.60 km

Priory Groves

Highlight • Viewpoint

You can't believe that right beside Brecon Cathedral is this delightful, ancient forest right at the heart of the town of Brecon. Priory Grove is a great family- and dog-friendly …

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1.99 km

Forest Trail and Wooden Fish Sculpture, Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Highlight • Forest

Moderate Trail with some amazing views

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2.41 km

Wooden Bridge and Steep Steps with Rope Handrail

Highlight • Trail

If you are a tad infirm, or walking with the aid of a walking stick, this section will be challenging, especially after any rain. The small hill ahead is steep, …

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3.80 km

Bishop Gower's Well, Llanddew

Highlight • Structure

5.33 km

Anod Footbridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is the Anod footbridge. The trail past the bridge leads goes all the way to Llanddew, which is a delightful walk. This is a favourite walk with local dog …

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7.40 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.52 km

3.23 km

542 m

124 m

Surfaces

2.46 km