Today I had the pleasure of walking with my 12yr old son, Sam, and our 2yr old beagle, Lucy. After many previous failed attempts we finally made our arrival to Pontneddfechan Waterfalls.
For those unaware, this is a relatively easy walk that now and again challenges your fear of heights but promptly rewards you with spectacular waterfalls, many of which are well known to those who live in South Wales.
I have been to this area before but never managed to visit all of the falls. I have heard that the local pub, The Angel, are understandably protective of their carpark (admittedly I have parked here before although a walk usually follows a coffee/tea in the pub so I don’t suppose they would mind) and other facilities so I urge you to respect their property if you ever take part in this walk.
Approaching The Angel pub I notice that they are jam packed with cars and the road outside is nearly full (I managed to obtain the last space). I quickly ran over to what I thought was the National Trust shop only to find it has a new Waterfall Centre in it’s place. This is great! The little shop has been transformed into a bigger facility that seems to be doing well. I had a little chat with the friendly staff and made my return to the car (after collecting a map as I intended to travel further than we managed).
For your info here is a link to the Waterfall Centre: http://www.breconbeacons.org/visit-us/information-centres-new/waterfalls-centre-pontneddfechan
After we were all geared up Sam, Lucy and I made our way to the start of the trail (the bridge to the right of The Angel pub). I was amazed to see how much money had been spent on this area; new public toilets, new path opening (the gate is no longer there) and the paths have been very well maintained. I have to say walking as a single young (ish) female with her son can be a little daunting at times but I felt completely at ease throughout the whole walk.
I was initially quite surprised to see that many of the falls within this walk are not on the leaflets given at the Waterfall Centre, however on closer inspection they are there (in brackets).
Like the post for the trip to the National Botanic Garden of Wales, here are some sample images and I hope to submit more as time goes on.
Sgwd Ddwli Uchaf to follow …..
Sgwd Gwladus (previously known to me as Sgwd Gwladys)
Sgwd Gwladus (previously known to me as Sgwd Gwladys)
Looking back down the river
A little mouse who unfortunately I couldn’t get in focus! They do run quite fast!
