Go back to events list

Events in the Brecon Beacons with the National Park Authority

@

The Brecon Beacons See More, Do More

This is a beautiful part of Wales, with traditional market towns, stunning landscape, canal paths, castles and plenty of family attractions. The scenery here is both beautiful and diverse - rolling countryside and valleys, wide open spaces to the wild beauty of the waterfalls and caves. The National Park Authority runs an excellent programme of Walks, activities and events.

Sat 17 Dec to Sun 1 Jan 10:00-16:00 daily Arts and Crafts Fayre at the Mountain Centre, LD3 8ER. Come and browse a wide selection of arts and crafts throughout the school half term. Many are made locally, and all are individually hand-made pieces to treasure. Free entry, parking charges apply. Family friendly. Organised by the National Park Authority. Sat 25 Feb to Sun 4 March Crickhowell Walking Festival Following on from the success of 2011, Crickhowell are hosting another Walking Festival this year. With 80 walks and 29 events in the programme, there is something for everyone! Sat 11 to Sun 19 Feb 10.00-16.00 every day Arts and Crafts Fayre at the Mountain Centre, LD3 8ER. Free entry. Come and browse a wide selection of arts and crafts at the National Park Visitor Centre throughout the school half term. Many are made locally, and all are individually hand-made pieces to treasure. Car parking charges apply. For more information contact us on 01874 623366. Sat 25 and Sun 26 Feb 09:45 - 16:00 Safety on the Hills / Bronze NNAS Navigation course Ideal for beginners and for refreshing dormant skills; you'll learn useful navigation and mountain safety techniques. Do day 1 as an introduction or both days to gain the Bronze NNAS award. This NNAS accredited course is run by Manzoku at the Mountain Centre. £60 day 1 only, £110 two days. Booking essential 01874 623366. Sat 3 March 19:00-21:30 Stargazing Cardiff Astronomical Society will once again be hosting an evening of stargazing at the Visitor Centre. If skies are clear their telescopes will be focused on interesting phenomena in the night sky, or if cloudy there will be lectures indoors. Price includes parking, soup and a roll. The event will run whatever the weather! Our stargazing events are very popular, so booking is essential. Adults: £6.00 Children 10 years and over: £4.00 each. For more information and to book a place contact us on 01874 623366. Sat 31 March to Sun 15 April 10:00-16:00 every day Arts and Crafts Fayre at the Mountain Centre, LD3 8ER. Free entry. Come and browse a wide selection of arts and crafts at the National Park Visitor Centre throughout the school half term. Many are made locally, and all are individually hand-made pieces to treasure. Car parking charges apply. For more information contact us on 01874 623366. Sat 21 and Sun 22 Apr 09:45 - 16:00 Safety on the Hills / Bronze NNAS Navigation course Ideal for beginners and for refreshing dormant skills; you'll learn useful navigation and mountain safety techniques. Do day 1 as an introduction or both days to gain the Bronze NNAS award. This NNAS accredited course is run by Manzoku at the Mountain Centre (LD3 8ER). £60 day 1 only, £110 two days. Booking essential 01874 623366. Sun 22 Apr 10:00 - 14:00 Wonderful Waterfalls The tree-lined gorges of the rivers Mellte and Hepste conceal spectacular waterfalls and rare fragile plants. Come and discover the magic of this Special Area of Conservation with the help of National Park wardens. Length: 3 miles / 4.8km. Total ascent: 150m. Grade: Strenuous. Suggested donation: £2 per person. Meet: Gwaun Hepste car park (SN 935 123 near Ystradfellte) - £4 pay & display. To book your place call 01874 623366. Sat 12 May 11:00 - 16:00 Ar grwydr yn y Bannau: ysgrifennu taith gyda Llion Iwan. Travel Writing in the Brecon Beacons with Llion Iwan - A walk for Welsh speakers The multi-talented author Llion Iwan will take you on an informal travel writing moderate walk around Penwyllt. Voices from the past whisper from every historical landmark on this beautiful and fascinating trail. Llion is the author of the acclaimed travel book O Afallon i Shangri La (Gwasg Gomer, 2001) which tells the story of an epic bike ride through one of the world's most desolate places on earth in Tibet. Llion will explore how his experiences have inspired his writing, and share a few travel writing secrets and tips en route. Bring a packed lunch. No dogs please. Car parking (£2.50) is not included. Ticket prices: £5/£4 - the cheaper prices are for Welsh Academy Members only. Ticket price includes an optional £1 donation to the National Park. In partnership with Literature Wales. Booking essential on 029 2047 2266. Meet: Craig-y-nos Country Park car park, Pen-y-Cae, Swansea Valley, SA9 1GL. Sun 13 May 14:00 - 17:00 Field study visit Carreg Cennen's Coed y Castell This quiet woodland has much more to it than first meets the eye! Due to a geological fault, both Limestone and Old Red Sandstone are exposed here: these support different species, creating two very distinct habitats within the wood. Because of its special habitats, Coed y Castell is designated as a site of Special Scientific Interest and specialists from Swansea University DACE will be on hand during this moderate level walk to reveal some of its more interesting and hidden gems. No dogs please. Cost: £10 per person. Booking essential on 01792 602211. Meet: Carreg Cennen car park (SN 667 193). Sat 26 May to Sun 10 June Geopark Festival 2012 Enjoy 16 days of walks, talks and other events during this excellent Festival. Organised by the National Park Authority and its Geopark partners.

Sat 2 to Sun 10 June 10:00-16:00 every day Arts and Crafts Fayre at the Mountain Centre, LD3 8ER. Free entry. Come and browse a wide selection of arts and crafts at the National Park Visitor Centre throughout the school half term. Many are made locally, and all are individually hand-made pieces to treasure. Car parking charges apply. For more information contact us on 01874 623366. Sat 16 and Sun 17 Jun 09:45 - 16:00 Safety on the Hills / Bronze NNAS Navigation Course Ideal for beginners and for refreshing dormant skills; you'll learn useful navigation and mountain safety techniques. Do day 1 as an introduction or both days to gain the Bronze NNAS award. This NNAS accredited course is run by Manzoku at the Mountain Centre. £60 day 1 only, £110 two days. Booking essential 01874 623366. Sun 17 Jun 10:30-16:00 (last entry 15:00) Open Farm Sunday at Court Farm, Llanthony Celebrating Wales Biodiversity Week Walk amongst calves, lambs and foals in the spectacular landscape surrounding Llanthony Priory at this family friendly event. Meet the farmer and his family and learn how they combine traditional hill farming with landscape management, biodiversity and visitors. Discuss opportunities for balancing the production of food and alternative energy, storing carbon and conserving water, finishing with delicious home-reared lamb and beef burgers. No dogs please. Find out more about Open Farm Sunday. Meet: Court Farm, Llanthony Priory, NP7 7NN (SO 289 278). Sun 17 Jun 14:00 - 17:00 Field study visit: Cribarth and Mynydd Du SSSI Walk up on to the “sleeping giant” mountain with specialists from Swansea University DACE to see an outcrop of Limestone with herb-rich grassland and nearby Millstone Grit which supports extensive areas of heathland dominated by heather and bilberry providing an ideal opportunity to see the fascinating variations in the area's plant life. On a clear day there are fine views over Old Red Sandstone and across to a Millstone Grit escarpment at Penwyllt. The walk will return above an extensive cave system known as Dan yr Ogof - the smallest NNR in Wales! Walk grade: energetic. No dogs please. Booking essential on 01792 602211. Meet: Craig-y-nos Country Park car park, SA9 1GL (SN 843 154). Sun 1 Jul 10:00 - 14:30 Milling around Talgarth Join us for a moderate 8 mile circular walk through Trefecca to Mynydd Troed and Penyrwrlodd Long Barrow where the remains of at least fifteen humans, along with flint arrow heads and a flint knife and most interesting of all a hollow sheep bone which appears to be fashioned into a flute, making it the earliest musical instrument found in the British Isles! Return to Talgarth Mill for well earned refreshments and an optional tour of the mill. Suggested donation: £3 per person. Booking essential 01874 623366. Meet: Main Talgarth car park (SO 153 337). Sun 8 Jul 10:30am Visit one of the Park's most popular film locations Visit a popular and dramatic film location on this moderate level walk with two National Park wardens who have worked closely with film and television companies at this site. Learn a little about the filming of Dr Who, Merlin and The Hitchhiker's Guide to name but three and more about the area's environmental value and the conservation challenges which face it. Suggested donation: £3 per person. Booking essential 01874 623366. Further details to follow. Sat 14 Jul 10.00-16.00 The Sugar Loaf summit and Ancient Oaks An energetic 8 mile circular walk to the summit of the Sugar Loaf via St. Mary's Vale and Mynydd Pen-y-fal, returning through the ancient oaks of Deri Wood. Learn about the work of the National Trust, enjoy some rewarding views and discover the stories behind some of the features you will pass. Meet: Abergavenny Tourist Information & National Park Centre, NP7 5HL (SO 301 140). Parking charges apply. Suggested donation: £5 per person. In partnership with The National Trust. To book your place please call 01874 623366. Thu 19 Jul 14:15-16:30 Brecon Town Past and Present Discover Brecon's sites of distinction, fascinating past and residents of renown on this gentle 2 mile walk around the town. Finish your tour with a visit to Cantre Selyf, believed to be the oldest domestic dwelling in Brecon, for wonderful cake and tea at a cost of £3 per person. Suggested donation £1 per adult. Parking charges apply. No dogs please. This is a family friendly and access for all walk. Booking essential on 01874 623366. Meet: Canal Basin, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, LD3 7EW. Sat 21 to Sat 28 Jul Beacons Way 8 Day Guided Walk Rob Knowles from the Brecon Beacons Park Society will be leading another 8 day guided walk from east to west along the entire length of the Beacons Way. To find out more and to book a place, please contact Rob direct on: 07971 190768. The walk is organised by the Brecon Beacons Park Society which is an independent organisation and not part of the National Park Authority. Sat 28 Jul 11.00-15.00 Pen y Fan Circular Enjoy great views on this 4½ mile energetic walk to the summit of the highest mountain in southern Britain. Step back in time to the Bronze Age and visit the site of the obelisk raised to tragic Tommy Jones. Total ascent: 525m. Meet: Storey Arms Outdoor Education Centre car park on A470 (SN 982203) (LD3 8NL).Suggested donation: £5 per adult. This is a family friendly walk suitable for children 8 years and above. Booking essential 01874 623366. In partnership with The National Trust. Sat 28 July 10:30-16:00 Solar Scopes at the Mountain Centre, LD3 8ER Cardiff Astronomical Society invites you to enjoy a rare chance to see our nearest star in close-up. Solar telescopes will be set up to allow you to view the sun safely (weather permitting). Come and have a peek for free, and find out how to get involved in astronomy. Free. No booking required. Parking charges apply. Family friendly. To find out more call the National Park Visitor Centre (the Mountain Centre) on 01874 623366. Tues 31 July 10.00-13.00 Take pART Pottery Workshop at the Mountain Centre, LD3 8ER. Be inspired by the natural environment around you and create your own masterpiece. Suitable for adults and children aged 5 and up. Children under 12 - make sure you bring an adult with you. Cost: £5.00 per child. Parking charges apply. Booking essential. To find out more and to book a place call the National Park Visitor Centre (the Mountain Centre) on 01874 623366. Wed 1 Aug 10.00-13.00 Take pART Mask Making Workshop at the Mountain Centre, LD3 8ER. Make and decorate your own large 3-Dimensional animal mask from a choice of designs. Suitable for adults and children aged 5 and up. Children under 12 make sure you bring an adult with you. Cost: £5.00 per child. Parking charges apply. Booking essential. To find out more and to book a place call the NPVC (the Mountain Centre) on 01874 623366. Wed 1 Aug 20:30 - 22:00 Bats at Brecon Prom Learn about bat ecology, watch bat behaviour and hear their echo-location calls using bat detector equipment during this fascinating evening event. Bring a torch and wear insect repellent.Meet: On the Promenade at the confluence of the rivers Honddu and Usk (SO 042 286) adjacent to car park. No dogs please. This is an access for all, family friendly event suitable for everyone over the age of 5 years. Suggested donation: £5 per adult. Booking essential on 01874 623366. In partnership with Brecknock Bat Group, Brecknock Wildlife Trust and the Vincent Wildlife Trust. Thur 2 Aug 10.30-12.30 The Big National Park Olympics Challenge at the Mountain Centre, LD3 8ER. A chance to compare yourself with nature's champions and challenge others in games and puzzles. Suitable for children aged 5-11. Children 7 and under must bring an adult. Cost: £3.00 per child. Parking charges apply. Booking essential. To find out more and to book a place call the NPVC (the Mountain Centre) on 01874 623366. Tue 7 Aug 10.00-13.00 Take pART Pottery Workshop at the Mountain Centre, LD3 8ER. Be inspired by the natural environment around you and create your own masterpiece. Suitable for adults and children aged 5 and up. Children under 12 - make sure you bring an adult with you. Cost: £5.00 per child. Booking essential. Parking charges apply. To find out more and to book a place call the NPVC (the Mountain Centre) on 01874 623366. Wed 8 Aug 10.00-13.00 Take pART Mask Making Workshop at the Mountain Centre. Make and decorate your own large 3-Dimensional animal mask from a choice of designs. Suitable for adults and children aged 5 and up. Children under 12 make sure you bring an adult with you. Cost: £5.00 per child. Parking charges apply. Booking essential. To find out more and to book a place call the NPVC (the Mountain Centre) on 01874 623366. Thur 9 Aug 10.30-12.30 The Big National Park Olympics Challenge at the Mountain Centre, LD3 8ER. A chance to compare yourself with nature's champions and challenge others in games and puzzles. Suitable for children aged 5-11. Children 7 and under must bring an adult. Cost: £3.00 per child. Parking charges apply. Booking essential. To find out more and to book a place call the NPVC (the Mountain Centre) on 01874 623366. Sun 12 Aug 19.30-23.00 Perseid Meteor Showergazing at the Mountain Centre, LD3 8ER. Come and view one of nature's finest shows: the Perseid meteor shower, live from the dark skies above the National Park. Experts from Dark Sky Wales will help you explore the heavens in their portable planetarium; view stars and planets through telescopes. If it is cloudy there will be a range of lectures on the subject. Cost: £10.00 per person with no discounts. Children welcome but minimum age 10 years. Please be aware that the Planetarium show takes place in an enclosed space and includes flashing lights and 360 degree rapid imaging film shows. Booking essential as places are limited to 90 people. Call 01874 623366. Price includes parking, entry to the planetarium and a hot jacket potato. Tue 14 Aug 14:30-16:00 Walk, talk and tea at the Mountain Centre An easy 1.5 mile, circular walk that includes a mysterious spiritual centre, an industrial site, a final resting place, preparing for war, an unsolved mystery and a little known wonder. Followed by a delicious Cream Tea at the Centre. Cream tea: £3.20 per person. Suggested donation £2 per adult. This is a family friendly walk. Booking essential on 01874 623366. Meet: NPVC, LD3 8ER (SN 977 262). Parking charges apply. Tue 14 Aug 10.00-13.00 Take pART Pottery Workshop at the Mountain Centre, LD3 8ER. Be inspired by the natural environment around you and create your own masterpiece. Suitable for adults and children aged 5 and up. Children under 12 - make sure you bring an adult with you. Cost: £5.00 per child. Parking charges apply. Booking essential. To find out more and to book a place call the NPVC on 01874 623366. Wed 15 Aug 10.00-13.00 Take pART Mask Making Workshop at the Mountain Centre, LD3 8ER. Make and decorate your own large 3-Dimensional animal mask from a choice of designs. Suitable for adults and children aged 5 and up. Children under 12 - make sure you bring an adult with you. Cost: £5.00 per child. Parking charges apply. Booking essential. To find out more and to book a place call the NPVC (the Mountain Centre) on 01874 623366. Thu 16 Aug 14:15-16:30 Brecon Town Past and Present Discover Brecon's sites of distinction, fascinating past and residents of renown on this gentle 2 mile walk around the town. Finish your tour with a visit to Cantre Selyf, believed to be the oldest domestic dwelling in Brecon, for wonderful cake and tea at a cost of £3 per person. Suggested donation £1 per adult. Parking charges apply. No dogs please. This is a family friendly and access for all walk. Booking essential 01874 623366. Meet: Canal Basin, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, LD3 7EW. Tue 21 Aug 10.00-13.00 Take pART Pottery Workshop at the Mountain Centre, LD3 8ER. Be inspired by the natural environment around you and create your own masterpiece. Suitable for adults and children aged 5 and up. Children under 12 - make sure you bring an adult with you. Cost: £5.00 per child. Parking charges apply. Booking essential. To find out more and to book a place call the NPVC (the Mountain Centre) on 01874 623366. Wed 22 Aug 10.00-13.00 Take pART Mask Making Workshop at the Mountain Centre, LD3 8ER. Make and decorate your own large 3-Dimensional animal mask from a choice of designs. Suitable for adults and children aged 5 and up. Children under 12 make sure you bring an adult with you. Cost: £5.00 per child. Parking charges apply. Booking essential. To find out more and to book a place call the NPVC (the Mountain Centre) on 01874 623366. Thu 23 Aug 14:15-16:30 Brecon Town Past and Present Discover Brecon's sites of distinction, fascinating past and residents of renown on this gentle 2 mile walk around the town. Finish your tour with a visit to Cantre Selyf, believed to be the oldest domestic dwelling in Brecon, for wonderful cake and tea at a cost of £3 per person. Suggested donation £1 per adult. Parking charges apply. No dogs please. This is a family friendly and access for all walk. Booking essential on 01874 623366. Meet: Canal Basin, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, LD3 7EW Sat 25 Aug 11.00-15.00 Pen y Fan Circular Enjoy great views on this 4½ mile energetic walk to the summit of the highest mountain in southern Britain. Step back in time to the Bronze Age and visit the site of the obelisk raised to tragic Tommy Jones.Total ascent: 525m. Meet: Storey Arms Outdoor Education Centre car park on A470 (SN 982203) (LD3 8NL). Suggested donation: £5 per adult. This is a family friendly walk suitable for children 8 years and above. Booking essential on 01874 623366. In partnership with The National Trust. Tue 28 Aug 10.00-13.00 Take pART Pottery Workshop at the Mountain Centre, LD3 8ER. Be inspired by the natural environment around you and create your own masterpiece. Suitable for adults and children aged 5 and up. Children under 12 - make sure you bring an adult with you. Cost: £5.00 per child. Parking charges apply. Booking essential. To find out more and to book a place call the NPVC (the Mountain Centre) on 01874 623366. Tue 28 Aug 14:30-16:00 Walk, talk and tea at the Mountain Centre, LD3 8ER. An easy 1.5 mile family friendly walk that includes a mysterious spiritual centre, an industrial site, a final resting place, preparing for war, an unsolved mystery and a little known wonder. Followed by a delicious Cream Tea at the Centre. Cream tea: £3.20 per person. Suggested donation £2 per adult. Meet: NPVC, LD3 8ER (SN 977 262). Parking charges apply.Booking essential on 01874 623366. Wed 29 Aug 10.00-13.00 Take pART Mask Making Workshop at the Mountain Centre. Make and decorate your own large 3-Dimensional animal mask from a choice of designs. Suitable for adults and children aged 5 and up. Children under 12 make sure you bring an adult with you. Cost: £5.00 per child. Parking charges apply. Booking essential. To find out more and to book a place call the NPVC (the Mountain Centre) on 01874 623366. Thur 30 Aug 10.00 -13.00 Touchwood - Leafy art and fun tree activities for children at the Mountain Centre, LD3 8ER. Suitable for children aged 5 - 12. Children under 8 - make sure you bring an adult with you. Cost: £5.00 per child. Parking charges apply. Booking essential. To find out more and to book a place call the NPVC (the Mountain Centre) on 01874 623366. Event run by Brecknock Wildlife Trust. Thu 30 Aug 14:15-16:30 Brecon Town Past and Present Discover Brecon's sites of distinction, fascinating past and residents of renown on this gentle 2 mile walk around the town. Finish your tour with a visit to Cantre Selyf, believed to be the oldest domestic dwelling in Brecon, for wonderful cake and tea at a cost of £3 per person. Suggested donation £1 per adult. Parking charges apply. No dogs please. This is a family friendly and access for all walk. Booking essential on 01874 623366. Meet: Canal Basin, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, LD3 7EW

Sat 1 Sep 10:00 - 13:00 The Naked Ladies of Hay Join us and guest speaker Jon Saville on this lovely 4 mile moderate walk to see the deadly and at risk naked ladies of Hay, meadow saffron. We will follow Offa's Dyke footpath up to Henallt Common, a Special Site of Scientific Interest positioned on a steep sided, north-west facing sandstone scarp which supports a good population of plant species that are rare and declining in Wales, before returning back to Hay for lunch. Henallt Common is one of the best sites in Britain to see meadow saffron, which should be in full bloom with thousands of rosy-pink flowers on display. Suggested donation £3 per person. In partnership with the Countryside Council for Wales. To book your place please call 01874 623366. Sun 2 Sep 13:00 - 16:00 12th Century Physicians to 21st Century Graziers Explore the magical landscape of Mynydd Myddfai, visit the sacred Physician's Well and learn about the people who have lived and worked in this special place on this enchanting 4.5 mile family friendly walk. Meet: Usk Reservoir (SN 835 286). Walk grade: Easy. Suggested donation: £2 per adult. To book your place please call 01874 623366. Thu 6 Sep 10:00-16:00 Get your bearings! Exploring Llangynidr Mountain with map and compass Are you looking to improve your navigation skills? Perhaps you've never used a map and compass before? This energetic 8.5 mile (13.6km) circular walk exploring Llangynidr Mountain will teach you how. Round off the day at the Red Lion in Llangynidr for a well earned reward and a chance to relax in good company. No dogs please. Total ascent: 475m. Suggested donation: £5 per person. Meet: Llangynidr village car park (SO 155 195). Booking essential on 01874 623366. Sat 8 Sep 9:00 - 11:00: Horse riding and poetry with Owen Sheers and/or 12:30 - 17:30: Resistance - A walk with Owen Sheers Join Owen Sheers in an exploration of the Llanthony Valley, with full and half-day options. A horse-trek for beginners in the morning will gently follow valley bridleways for a view of Skirrid Hill; the inspiration for Owen's second poetry collection and subject of readings and discussion en route. The afternoon will start with a steep strenuous climb and follow a section of Offa's Dyke Path. Owen will discuss the significance of this boundary between the Olchon and Llanthony Valleys in his novel and recent feature film Resistance. You can choose to go on both or just one of these two events. No dogs please. Lunch is not included although pub food is available locally. Ticket prices: £32/£34 (trek only) & £6/£7 (walk only) and £37/£39 (trek and walk) - the cheaper prices are for Welsh Academy Members only. Ticket price includes an optional donation of £1 to the National Park. Booking essential on 029 2047 2266. Meet: Llanthony Priory car park, NP7 7NN (SO 289 278). In partnership with Literature Wales and Cadw. Sat 15 and Sun 16 Sep 09:45 - 16:00 Safety on the Hills / Bronze NNAS Navigation Course Ideal for beginners and for refreshing dormant skills; you'll learn useful navigation and mountain safety techniques. Do day 1 as an introduction or both days to gain the Bronze NNAS award. This NNAS accredited course is run by Manzoku at the Mountain Centre. £60 day 1 only, £110 two days. Booking essential on 01874 623366. Sun 23 Sep 10:00 - 12:00 Fungal Foray Come and explore the fascinating world of edible and inedible fungi with local expert, David Mitchell. Wales has the perfect climate for finding a bounty of free food and September is usually a great time of year for mushrooms and toadstools of all sorts of shapes, sizes, colours and textures which spring up in the woodlands and grasslands of the Country Park. This popular event has limited spaces, so please book in advance. Suitable for everyone over 5 years. Children under 5 must be closely supervised by an adult. Please bring a small knife and a basket with you, no plastic bags. Walk grade: Easy. Suggested donation £3 per adult. Booking essential 01874 623366. Meet: Craig-y-nos Country Park SA9 1GL (SN 843 154).

Sun 23 Sep 13:00 - 16:00 Fungi and Lichens Exquisite, wildly varied and often surprising, fungi and lichen are part of the essential fabric of our countryside upon which all other wildlife depends. Join expert, Ray Woods, on this walk through the Country Park and up into the new Allt Rhongyr nature reserve, to look at the rich variety of fungi and lichens which grow here. Why are they so special, what do they contribute to their habitats and what role do they play in conservation? Find out the answers from Ray who has an excellent understanding of their importance and a bundle of enthusiasm to share with you. Walk grade: moderate. Suggested donation £3 per person. Meet: Craig-y-nos Country Park SA9 1GL (SN 843 154). In partnership with Plantlife Cymru and Brecknock Wildlife Trust. To book your place please call 01874 623366. Thur 11 to Mon 15 Oct Hay Walking Festival Following the success of this year's event, the dates have been set for Hay-on-Wye's second ever walking festival. More details to follow soon. Sat 20 Oct 09:45-17:00 Beacons Circuit Take in all the high points of the Brecon Beacons on this strenuous 11 mile (17.6km) walk over Corn Du and Pen y Fan. Learn a little about glacial formations and local history along the way. Total ascent: 845m. Suggested donation: £5 per person. Meet: Storey Arms car park A470, 8 miles south of Brecon, LD3 8NL (SN 982 003). In partnership with The National Trust. To book your place please call 01874 623366. Sat 20 Oct 19:00-21:30 Stargazing at the Mountain Centre, LD3 8ER. Cardiff Astronomical Society will once again be hosting an evening of stargazing at the National Park Visitor Centre. If skies are clear their telescopes will be focused on interesting phenomena in the night sky, or if cloudy there will be lectures indoors. Price includes parking, soup and a roll. The event will run whatever the weather! Our stargazing events are very popular, so booking is essential. Adults: £6.00 Children: £4.00. For more information and to book a place contact us on 01874 623366. Sat 27 Oct to Sun 4 Nov 10:00-16:00 every day Arts and Crafts Fayre at the Mountain Centre, LD3 8ER. Free entry. Come and browse a wide selection of arts and crafts at the National Park Visitor Centre throughout the school half term. Many are made locally, and all are individually hand-made pieces to treasure. Car parking charges apply. For more information contact us on 01874 623366. Sun 18 Nov 10:30-14:30 Winter Visitors at Llangors Lake This lake is more than a bird-watching paradise it's an ornithological gem! Join National Park wardens for an easy 4 mile (6.5km) walk to view the Lake's winter visitors and find out about the British Trust for Ornithology's bird ringing programme and some of the fascinating results obtained by trained and qualified bird ringers. Bring binoculars with you if you can. No dogs please. A family friendly event. Suggested donation: £2 per adult. Meet: Llangors Lake car park, LD3 7TR (SO 279 123).To book your place please call 01874 623366. Sat 22 Dec to Sun 6 Jan 2013 10:00-16:00 every day Arts and Crafts Fayre at the Mountain Centre, LD3 8ER. Free entry. Come and browse a wide selection of arts and crafts at the National Park Visitor Centre throughout the school half term. Many are made locally, and all are individually hand-made pieces to treasure. Car parking charges apply. For more information contact us on 01874 623366