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2 Priory Groves, Brecon
Near the Cathedral, LD3 9DP
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https://visitbrecon.org
Priory Groves is a woodland in the Honddu river valley. It stretches from below the
Cathedral towards the village of Llanddew. A haven for a variety of birds and wildlife,
the trees are mainly beech and in spring there are carpets of wood anemones, then
bluebells. Later, the Groves are filled with beautiful autumn colour. There are a variety
of footpaths, some level tarmac or gravel, some steeper and rough underfoot. There
are no stiles and some seats. Easier access along the river path is only possible up to
the first gate. It can get muddy during heavy rain. There is a map and information at
the Cathedral and Struet entrances.
How to get there: The access routes into the Groves are 1. From The Struet (LD3 7LW),
a tarmac path with a steep slope up or a level gravel path along the river for approx.
¼ mile /400m. 2. Cathedral churchyard (LD3 9DP), a wide gate then a tarmac path follows
more gentle slopes leading to soil and gravel paths. 3. Priory play park (LD3 9EU) and
Fox’s lane (LD3 9EN), level with some slight slopes and gravel or soil paths which can get
muddy after rain.
OS Grid Reference: Explorer Map OL 13 or Landranger Map 161 The Struet SO 045 289,
Brecon Cathedral SO 043 289, Priory Play Park SO 043 289, Fox’s Lane SO 044 293
Public Transport: Town buses 40A and 40B (TC) stop near the Cathedral entrance.
Parking: There is a pay and display car park with disabled spaces next to the Cathedral
and access to the Groves through a wide gate. You may find on street parking near other
access points.
Nearest EV Charging: Morrisons Brecon, Free Street, LD3 7SE.
Distance: From a few hundred yards/metres to 2.5miles /4km to the end and back.
Facilities & toilets: See Brecon Cathedral entry.
Contact: For more details phone 01874 620860 or email office@visitbrecon.org.uk.