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Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal
Between Brecon and Cwmbran
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https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/things-to-do
This is one of the most scenic and spectacular canals in the UK. The towpath winds
over 30 miles/50km between Brecon and Cwmbran and has good views over
farmland, woodland and mountains. The canal is home to a wide range of wildlife
and plants. The towpath is generally flat and of compacted soil or gravel, but access
on to it varies from place to place and some have short, steep inclines. There is
occasional seating. Headroom and the path width are often restricted at bridges.
A number of accessible canal side walks are listed here:
https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/things-to-do/walking
Fishing is allowed on stretches of the canal.
How to get there: The canal runs parallel to the A40 between Brecon and Abergavenny
and the A4042 between Abergavenny and Cwmbran.
OS Grid Reference: Explorer Maps OL12, 13 and 152 or Landranger Maps 160, 161 and 171.
Public Transport: Bus 43 (TC) Brecon-Abergavenny runs alongside the canal between
Brecon and Crickhowell. Check Traveline Cymru for buses beyond Llangattock.
Parking: Small car parks are situated by the canal side at several locations, allowing level
or easy access onto the towpath.
Nearest EV Charging: Morrisons Brecon, Free Street, LD3 7SE. See regional maps for
other charging points along the canal.
Distance: From a few yards/metres up to 31miles /50km from start to finish.
Facilities: There are villages with pubs and cafes close to, and alongside the canal.
Toilets: Check https://en.powys.gov.uk/publictoilets