Merthyr Cynog

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Hillside west of Ffynnon-oer Looking south from the road/bridleway intersection. An unnamed hill at 388m altitude.
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Hillside west of Ffynnon-oer Looking south from the road/bridleway intersection. An unnamed hill at 388m altitude.
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The Drovers Arms. This former pub, at the most remote spot on the road across Mynydd Epynt, was abandoned when the MOD commandeered the area in 1941 for the war effort. Subsequently the army has restored it, but only as non-alcoholic barracks for soldiers. See also 837620
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The Drovers Arms This former pub, the Drovers Arms is situated high up in an isolated loaction beside the B4519 in the middle of the Sennybridge Training Area. The former pub is now owned by the military.
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Pentre Dolau Honddu Part of the Sennybridge Training Area, viewed from the B4519.
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Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel

Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel

3 out of 5
Cwm Taf Merthyr Tydfil Wales
The price is NT$2,845 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
NT$2,845
NT$3,414 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Merthyr Tydfil. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (561 reviews)
Friendly staff. Amazing breakfast room was spacious.

Reviewed on 2026/2/8

Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel
Wellington

Wellington

3.5 out of 5
The Bulwark Brecon Wales
The price is NT$1,730 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
NT$1,730
NT$2,076 total
Feb 25 - Feb 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Brecon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Brecknock ...
7.8/10 Good! (344 reviews)
Great place to stay with dogs! Lovely walking areas within the location. Clean bedding and towels.

Reviewed on 2026/1/16

Wellington
Dragon Inn Crickhowell

Dragon Inn Crickhowell

4 out of 5
47 High Street Crickhowell Wales
Stay at this inn in Crickhowell. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (395 reviews)
The staff at this pub make it and the bed is very comfortable with nice sheets. The bathroom for me was to small meaning i couldn't have a morning shower and the breakfast included is is not a hot buffet (this needs to be told when booking)

Reviewed on 2026/2/12

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The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn

The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn

3 out of 5
Pen Y Ace Inn Swansea Wales
Book a stay at this business-friendly vacation home in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium bedding. Popular attractions Craig-y-Nos Country Park ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (73 reviews)
Lovely modern cabins, great walk in shower, comfy bed, lovely location, food in the pub is outstanding and staff are brilliant.

Reviewed on 2026/2/15

The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn
James Place @ Dowlais

James Place @ Dowlais

3 out of 5
84 High Street Merthyr Tydfil Wales
Stay at this apartment in Merthyr Tydfil. Enjoy free parking, a computer station, and an outdoor tennis court. Popular attractions Brecon Mountain Railway and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (92 reviews)
The room smells clean as you come in, always a great start. Spotlessly clean. Rooms are ensuite with a little kitchen area, all decorated differently. We had a little table to eat at as well. Chocolates and home made Welsh cakes with milk in the fridge was a nice touch. Self check in with a pin code ...

Reviewed on 2025/11/17

James Place @ Dowlais
James Place @ Pontmorlais

James Place @ Pontmorlais

3 out of 5
74a High Street Merthyr Tydfil Wales
Stay at this apartment in Merthyr Tydfil. Enjoy parking (surcharge) and a computer station. Popular attractions Ynysfach Engine House and Joseph Parry's Ironworker's ...
7.6/10 Good! (13 reviews)
Everything was amazing, only down side was the noise in the apartment above which is more than likely out of your control.

Reviewed on 2025/9/30

James Place @ Pontmorlais
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Pen y Fan

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Pen y Fan
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Explore the great outdoors at Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Glyn Tarell. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Center

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Brecon Cathedral

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