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Justin Turner from Neath
One day last week I decided to go out mountain biking and decided to go to the Brecon Beacons National Park. Whilst in the B.B.N.P. I joined the Beacons Way trail up towards Llyn-y-fan Fawr then continued up to Picws Du overlooking Llyn-y-fan Fach, it was such a clear day I could see for miles in every direction the scenery was absolutley breathtaking!
Thu Aug 13 15:10:02 2009
Dawn Richardson
Interesting story Mr Oliver... Yes I feel that the Black Mountains are Stunning especially in the Snow! You should have accepted his kind offer of a lift! You obviously needed warming up!
Thu Jul 31 08:42:12 2008
Richard Oliver
I went for a solo walk in the Black Mountains once, the wind came hurtling up the Bristol Channel bearing sleet and snow. An ice-ball filled my pocket. I crouched on the summit ridge behind a large rock as horizontal 75 mph winds laden with hard sticky sleet blasted my left-hand side. I descended through steep red Welsh mud and nearly did the splits.I gained the road, a farmer in a car offered me a lift, offered to move his sheepdog off the front seat to make way for me, I was so cold and wet that I declined his kind offer, I didn't want to steam up his windscreen, or flood his car with the melting sleet crust from my waterproof coat.
Sun Oct 28 09:50:26 2007
Jo Westall from Barry
I went up Pen-Y-Fan Mountain in February 2005 with my friend Pete and his Westhighland Terrier named Jock. Great experience. Want to do it again some day when the sun is shining. The mist hindered the views which was a shame. Best part of the exercise was the hot cup of tea and a Twix from the tea van at the bottom. Marvellous.
Mon Jan 29 14:59:44 2007
Clarence Yemm from Merthyr Tydril
Pen-Y-Fan mountain is well worth the climb because the views you see at the top are breath taking. plus it is a very friendly climb, everytime I climb it I always meet and chat with people from all over the world.
Mon Aug 7 09:55:47 2006
Yvonne Glynn-Stimpson, nr Oxford
For me the best mountain in South Wales is Fan Gihirych between Crai and Abercraf, not the biggest but its "my" mountain, being almost opposite the cottage where my husband and I have had our holidays every year for the last 17 years. It's so peaceful and a place to rest and think and wish I was Welsh and had ben born in this most beautiful country in the world.
Wed Jul 12 14:06:25 2006
Chris James from Bridgend
If you're an aviation buff like me then the Black Mountain to the east of the Brecon Beacons is the place to hillwalk, it has seven crash sites to search for and investigate, and the occasional low flying RAF jet is a bonus! And the views on a clear day are stunning, especially from the summit of Fan Hir and Fan Brycheiniog.
Tue Jul 4 16:56:44 2006
Ian Coe, Abergavenny
The Black Mountains are my favourite, spent a night in the bothy hut at Grwyne Fawr reservoir, outside there was snow on the ground and it was -20. Loved every minute of it, as for a single favourite mountain it has to be the Blorenge, when ever I go away from Abergavenny and come back along the A40 from Raglan you see the Blorenge and know you're nearly home.
Fri Mar 10 09:30:20 2006
Chloe from Cambridgeshire
I think wales is a wonderful place, Brecon being the best part! We go on holiday there more than once every year and it is beautiful. I haven't had the opportunity to live there but my parents being Welsh means that it always feels like home. I used to live in Swansea and that area is lovely too. the Brecon Beacons are my all time fave place and the veiws from our caravan window when we are there are just so breathtaking. It is worth the long drive there!
Tue Jan 31 19:57:45 2006
Steve Davies, Libanus (Brecon)
I'm one of the local Ambulancemen & I live at the foot of the Brecon Beacons. I can walk them at anytime of the year & take in the beautiful sites of Pen Y Fan, Corn Ddu & Cribin. I also fly helicopters in my spare time around the Beacon. I take my friends & family for pleasure flights when ever time permits. My wife & I are the luckiest people in the world. I can never see us moving.
Sat Dec 24 16:21:36 2005
Peter Vaughan, Osterley but ex- Oswestry
The drive over the Berwyns from Llangynog to Bala is wonderful - the climb up out of the Tanat valley is hair raising and the views from the top of the pass across towards Snowdonia is magnificent.
Mon Dec 19 22:11:37 2005
George Lawrence, Rugby
Just had a great weekend in the Black mountains walking around. In Llanthony right on the edge of the Black Mountains the views on the top were something else; England and Hereford's Golden Valley one side, Wales the other WOW! I shall be back. Llanthony Abbey worth a look at dates back to the 13th century. I stayed at the Half Moon Inn well worth a long weekend there, food cheap and good real ale.
Wed Jul 27 18:02:31 2005
Kate, Bristol
I could never choose, they are both wonderful, as my gran said if you are born in the hills, they will always be in your heart, and when i go home to Mid Wales and drive past Llangorse Lake with the Black mountains to my right and the sun setting behind the Brecon Beacons to my left it always brings a lump to my throat. How can any other place compare!
Mon May 23 17:29:22 2005
Jessie
I think that the brecon beacons are cool! I don't go there often but i love the stuff that is available there!
Wed May 4 12:26:18 2005
Max, Knighton
The Rhinogs. Remote enough to deter "ramblers" & wonderful views.
Tue Jan 18 14:06:20 2005
Gareth from Bargoed
All mountain ranges in wales have their own beauty it is hard to choose a favourite. We are really lucky to live in such beauty.
Sun Jan 2 21:16:40 2005
Marilyn Davies
If you take the mountain road between Llanidloes & Machynlleth via Dylife you will drive over the highest point with a fantastic view. If, however, when you see lake Glaslyn in the distance, at Bryn y Fedwen, you leave your car and take the short walk up to the top of Foel Fadian you will have such a view that it will take your breath away. On a good day to the West you can see the sea, look North and you may see Snowdon, look south and you can see the Brecon Beacons. An amazing sight as if you were standing on a mighty pillar with all the world laid out at your feet.
Foel Fadian wallpaper
Foel Fadian ecard
Thu Dec 16 11:58:59 2004
Michelle, Brecon
The Brecon Beacons are amazing and I have thought so every day that I have lived near them. Being in Uni in (flat) England has made me appreciate our mountains so much more!
Tue Dec 14 10:20:17 2004
Claire
I live opposite the Brecon Beacons and have grown up there! Every morning I would wake up and see the Beacons! I now live in Birmingham but when I go home you appreciate the countryside more-you dont take for granted the beauty of these magnificent beacons gleaming in the light! I truly believe that the Brecon Beacons are one of the best sights in Wales-if not THE best sight in Wales!
Mon Oct 18 23:10:55 2004
rob steen (valencia)
the brecon beacons for sure, Especially in winter stunning!!!
Tue Sep 28 19:09:45 2004
Ellis Mathias Llangamarch Wells
The Abergwesyn Mountains are the most beutiful hill walking area to be found. I have watched the dawn break from the tops of GarnWen and also seen the sun go down from the peak on the Drygan, also I've seen the moonlight on Cefn Gardis Lake. But of course I have the privileg eof living in this beautiful area, free from tourists and traffic.
Thu Aug 19 20:46:19 2004
Neil from Brighton
I spent 5 years living high in the Cambrians and could see the Beacons and the Black Mountains from my doorstep. But the beauty of where I was, was that you could walk all day long without seeing another soul
Thu Aug 19 10:35:54 2004
William (South Wales)
The Black Mountains have the best views and walking for many miles. In my opinion better than the Brecon Beacons. The colour of the Blacks are ever changing.
Mon Jul 19 17:21:21 2004
Annie Pugh from NSW Australia
The Brecon Beacons were a large part of my early life. When people here ask me where I'm from, I always say "do you know the Brecon Beacons?" Bannau Brycheiniog - yr wyf yn caru meddol am danynt - I love thinking about the Brecon Becons.
Thu Jul 15 06:00:51 2004
Adam
The Black Mountains because they are unique, have no tourists and are stunning!
Wed Jun 2 11:24:24 2004
Graham Owen - Sweden
Recently walked for three days on Offas Dyke. The stage between Pandy and hay-On-Wye was breathtaking, especially the views of Llanthony Abbey.
Returning to Mid-Wales and experiencing these mountains is a reaffiramtion of my roots!
Sun May 30 16:09:14 2004
John, (oop north)
The Black mountains win through for me, although the Beacons are probably prettier (especially with a snow line). The walk from Gospel pass to Waun Fach via Twmpa along the ridges makes for a stunning day out. The central bit of the Cambrian mountains and mid-wales tend to be a little generic though - not as shapely, although I'm looking forward to walking along the arans at some point.
Fri Apr 16 12:51:40 2004
Obo from London
Nobody's mentioned Aran Fawddwy... a hidden gem, rugged climb, superb views and a real sense of achievement when you reach the top, if you want to get away from the bustle of Snowdonia...
Tue Apr 13 15:18:26 2004
Mark Keeble from Llanwrtyd Wells
Last year I spent 3 days walking in the Brecon Becons on my own. It was a great adventure! Stunning views. Challenging and rewarding. An experience I will never forget.
Fri Apr 9 11:34:03 2004
lora,llanfaes
brecon beacons all the way!
Tue Mar 9 11:29:08 2004
Stuart from Bristol
The Brecon Beacons are stunning, but I think the Black Mountains win on sheer ruggedness! When you are up on the top, and look down on the steepness of the valleys and the scenery, it's a truly amazing sight.
Mon Mar 8 15:22:08 2004
Ian E Pickering from Evesham
I love walking and the Black Mountains and the Cambrian Mountains are some of the best places to do it! The views are superb and from the Cotswolds and the Malverns, I can look west and see the peaks of Hay Bluff and Sugarloaf!
Tue Feb 10 19:44:39 2004
Janet from Aberystwyth
To me, the Cambrian Mountains are synonymous with Mid Wales. As you cross the border just after Shrewsbury, the territory changes and becomes more rugged. I find the sight of those green hills ahead quite uplifting - and best of all, i know i'm nearly home.
Sun Feb 1 16:02:06 2004
George Lawrence from Rugby
The Black Mountains around the Lanthony Abbey area: I have walked from the abbey along the offa's dyke path a few times now and I don't think there is a nicer place on earth than here. I have also pony trecked from this area up a mountain and down again WOW!
Fri Jan 30 13:15:50 2004
Bryan from Talgarth
The Black Mountains: The best thing about them is that there are hardly any tourists on them
Fri Jan 30 13:15:09 2004
Roz from Talgarth
I don't think you can possibly choose a winner. I live in Talgarth which is situated with the Black Mountains on one side and the Brecon Breacons on the other.
They are both as wonderful as each other and I've spent a lot of my childhood years there as I do a lot of outdoor education with the cadet force. It's a truely remarkable place and there will always be room for Wales in my heart. Wales all the way!!!
Fri Jan 30 13:14:50 2004
Gareth from Talgarth
The Black Mountains south of Talgarth
Fri Jan 30 13:14:30 2004
Nick
Cader Idris: Truly breathtaking views and rewarding walks
Fri Jan 30 13:14:15 2004
Elizabeth Keefe
The Black Mountains: I was born in Glasbury on Wye and now live on an island off the North East Coast of Newfoundland, Canada called Fogo Island. Wales will always be my home and growing up on the farm there I saw the mountains every day. I returned home to Glasbury for a visit a couple of years ago and I was breathless! I had forgotten just how beautiful they are. Cymru am Byth!
Fri Jan 30 13:10:18 2004
Nandi
The Brecon Beacons: My friend wanted to go to Wales. I didn't know what to do there, but we arrived at Grawen campside and I didn't want to leave anymore.The possibilities to walk are great. I could have spend a lot more then 10 days in Wales and next year I hope I can come back!
Fri Jan 30 13:09:46 2004
Garry Jones from Ipswich
The Brecon Beacons hold a place in my heart. I lived only 5 miles away and as a child spent many a day playing on the hills with friends. There is no place on earth like it.
Fri Jan 30 13:09:17 2004
Maz on the Brecon Beacons
It's fab, we travel up there on motorbike and the views are breathtaking
Fri Jan 30 13:08:43 2004
Caitlin
I would like to say that The Brecon Beacons are the best mountains in Wales. I had to climb it earlier this year and it basically killed me but it was worth it.
Fri Jan 30 13:08:24 2004
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