Merthyr Cynog Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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Above Ysgir Fechan Looking north into the valley of Ysgir Fechan, that runs down from Mynydd Epynt. This is mainly rough grazing. This area is not often open to the public but a motor rally was taking place there this weekend.
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Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel

Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel

3 out of 5
Cwm Taf Merthyr Tydfil Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹8,669 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
₹8,669
₹10,403 total
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Merthyr Tydfil. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (572 reviews)
The room was a decent size & the evening meal was really nice but the internet connection was terrible as my phone didn’t connect for the whole 2 nights we stayed there. Also the bathroom didn’t have a holder for the shower head which was very disappointing so really struggled to have a proper ...

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel
Wellington

Wellington

3.5 out of 5
The Bulwark Brecon Wales
The price is ₹5,627 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
₹5,627
₹6,752 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Brecon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (347 reviews)
Really nice stay. The only downside was the 7 minute walk to the nearest car park. Not a big thing I know but further than I anticipated

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Wellington
Dragon Inn Crickhowell

Dragon Inn Crickhowell

4 out of 5
47 High Street Crickhowell Wales
The price is ₹10,311 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
₹10,311
₹12,374 total
18 Mar - 19 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Crickhowell. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (403 reviews)
Really nice room. Cosy bar and restaurant. The Four out of five for the staff because they sat around us chatting whilst we were having breakfast. It felt a little like we were in the way of their conversation. Dined here on two evenings and one breakfast. Very good meals apart from a massively overpriced ...

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Dragon Inn Crickhowell
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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
Stay at this business-friendly holiday home in Swansea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium bedding. Popular attractions Craig-y-Nos Country Park and ...
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (93 reviews)
Pretty reasonable place with easy parking and decent amenities

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

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 ...
James Place @ Pontmorlais
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Popular places to visit

Panorama of Pen y Fan and Cribyn from a drone, Brecon Beacons National Park, Wales, England

Pen y Fan

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pen y Fan during your travels in Glyn Tarell. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's countryside.

Pen y Fan
Good spot for some astrophotography or just looking at the stars. It's a bortle 4 spot but shooting in to some bortle 5/6 in the distance to get the milky way.

Llangorse Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Llangorse Lake during your travels in Llangorse. Wander the picturesque gardens in this relaxing area.

Llangorse Lake

Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Center

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 savour the top-notch restaurants.

Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Center

Brecon Cathedral

After visiting Brecon Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brecon. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Brecon Cathedral

Brecon Castle

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Brecon Castle during your travels in Llywel. Discover the countryside and cafes in this relaxing area.

Brecon Castle

South Wales Borderers Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at South Wales Borderers Museum in Cray. Discover the countryside in this relaxing area.

South Wales Borderers Museum