Brecon Beacons - July 2013

A trip to the beautiful Brecon Beacons.

Here are a few photos...

 



First thing's first...a paddle in the river.



Hello pony!



Old train carriage.



The Vale of Ewyas in The Black Mountains



Ancient walls and buildings.





A little later after some fine ales at the Half Moon Hotel.





 



Llanthony Priory



These are the picturesque ruins of Llanthony Priory. The Priory was first established around 1100. There is more history here: http://www.castlewales.com/llantho.html





Arches





Tower. Thanks to Phil for this pic.



Some clever swift parents have found a safe place to raise their youngsters in a sheltered archway among the ruins.





This is such a beautiful location... you can walk among the ruins, surrounded by the stunning scenery of the Brecon Beacons and guess what?...There's a pub too!



The bar is situated in 12th century vaults.



A friendly sparrow...very keen on pine nuts.



Misty morning view from the tent.

On the way back a little detour to Abergavenny Market.



Abergavenny Market



Wrestlers!