Bannau Brycheiniog National Park
The rich history of the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park stands proud in its varied and welcoming communities. Castles and standing stones, Roman roads and evidence of industry and agriculture are dotted around the 520 square miles that make up the spectacular National Park. Explore the mountains and moorlands by foot, enjoy the breath taking scenery and appreciate the diverse wildlife and biodiversity in the countryside. The layers in the landscape tell the story of how nature and nurture have affected the landscape across the Fforest Fawr UNESCO Global Geopark. As an International Dark Sky Reserve, light pollution doesn’t spoil views of the night skies. The Bannau Brycheiniog National Park is the perfect destination for exploring by day or by night.
1,347km2
Of Designated Landscape
1957
Designated since
33,500
Resident population
23.7m
Lowest point
17%
Owned by Park Authority
4.1 million
Visitors per year
886m
Highest point
1.53km2
Largest lake
1.33km2
Largest reservoir
2,000km
Footpaths
4,355km
Rivers
65%
Private ownership