Waterfall Country

We take a walk into the mystic wooded valleys of the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons), famous for being home to some of the most magnificent waterfalls in the UK.

 

We trek 9 miles to visit 7 spectacular waterfalls. Depending on the time of year and depth of the water, we will be able to cross in front of some, swim beneath others and even walk behind one or two on this truly incredible walk.

 

We start the day meeting at Pontneddfechan, to stroll along the Elidir Trail. In Welsh myth, Elidir was a young trainee monk. He was cruelly treated for being lazy and ran away from his Abbey. He was found by the fairy folk, who took him to their own world. Some say the entrance to that fairy kingdom lay hidden here, along the banks of the Elidir Trail.

The riverside path starts fairly level, along a former tram road, which once played its part in the Industrial Revolution. Here we see remains of some of the silica mines, once used to make bricks for furnaces. Horses-drawn wagons would have carried the stone down to brickworks bedside the Neath Canal.

 

 

The first waterfall we visit taking in the waterfalls of Sgwd Gwladus (Lady Falls). Its name is said to come from a sixth century Celtic princess called Gwladus, who threw herself into the water when her father, the king, refused to let her marry the man she loved. The waterfall magically appeared where she entered the icy water.

 

We then head to Sgwd y Bedol (Horseshoe Falls), Sgwd Ddwli Isaf (Lower gushing falls) and Sgwd Ddwli Uchaf (Upper Gushing Falls).

We  continue with a brief road section, before a cafe’ and toilet stop, which are then followed by the largest and most impressive waterfalls of the day, Sgwd Isaf Clun-gwyn (Fall of the White Meadow), Sgwd y Pannwr (Fall of the Woollen Washer), Sgwd Isaf Clun-Gwyn (Lower Fall of the White Meadow) and Sgwd yr Eira (Waterfall of Snow). The last of which provides the highlight of the day, as we walk behind its incredible fall.  

Time permitting, we may fit in a short drive to Henrhyd Falls, the highest in South Wales, with a single drop of over 90ft. Formed at the end of the last Ice Age, millions of years ago, it was famously used as the entrance to the Bat Cave in the Dark Knight Rises movie and you can actually walk behind it!

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IMPORTANT INFO

• Accommodation & Transport are not included as part of the event booking. So please book accommodation and make travel arrangement at your earliest convenience, as this is a very popular area to visit. If you would like to join forces with other participants and stay in shared houses, this is likely to provide better value for money. So please reply to your confirmation email to request a joining link to the event WhatsApp group to discuss with the group.
• A WHATSAPP group will be created to share info and photos on the day. In signing up to the event you are agreeing to be added to this group, which will contain other participants. This is necessary so that details can be shared in the run up to the event, including last minute changes, reminders or cancellations.
• Charity involvement: many of our walks are being run in partnership with charities. As such, sign up information is shared with the charity involved for the purpose of running the event and communicating its purpose, which is to help raise awareness and funds for the charity. By signing up, you are agreeing to receive information from Get Outdoors and the charity. 
• Booking Terms & Conditions (Including cancellation policy): are found here. PLEASE READ BEFORE MAKING A BOOKING.
• Kit: Packed lunches, walking boots, multiple layers and waterproofs (including trousers!) are essential. The weather could be very cold and wet. Please visit our recommended kit list.
• While on the walk: we ask you to remain with the group and following instructions from Get Outdoors leader(s), who have the final decision in all instances.
• Parking Charges: may apply. Good idea to bring cash/change.
• Problems: on the day call Chris: 07885157903
• Dogs: are welcome on the walks, but are entirely the owner's responsibility, must have a lead and be under close control at all times. Please check your accommodation's policy.
• Livestock: If encountered do not walk too close or get between a cow and calf. If threatened, let go of your dog so it can escape and reduce the risk to yourself.
• Public rights of way: please keep to them and respect the landowner’s property at all times.
• Stiles: are often present on the route to negotiate on this type of walk.
• Countryside walking: can often include hills and uneven terrain. Our group ethos is to support everyone in group to achieve their maximum potential in terms of completing the route. As such, we endeavour to walk at a pace all participants are comfortable with. We apologise if this causes any frustration to fitter walkers.
• Health: please consult your doctor if you are at all worried about your fitness and ability to take part. Please inform the walk leaders, Get Outdoors, of any underlying health conditions that may affect your walking ability before signing.

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