A bunkhouse offers informal reasonably priced accommodation that can be used as a base for families and groups to participate in outdoor activities.

1	Canal Barn
2	Cantref Bunkhouse
3	Glynmeddig Barn
4	The Held Bunkhouse
5	Joe's Lodge
6	Middle Ninfa
7	Perth y Pia Bunkhouse
8	Smithy's Bunkhouse
9	Trekkers Barn
10	Trericket Mill Bunkhouse
11	The Wain House Bunkbarn
12	Ynysmarchog Bunkhouse

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The Bunkhouse
at Ynysmarchog

 

Situated on the outskirts of the ancient droving village of Trecastle, the Bunkhouse is the ideal location for exploring the quieter end of the National Park.

Being much less frequented you can walk and ride the mountains for hours with only sheep and wild ponies for company, yet our comfortable bunkhouse is just a 5 -10 minutes stroll from the local award winning Inn on the A40.

Heating/Cooking Facilities

Central heating/constant hot water for showers / full kitchen and cooking facilities.

What to bring

Sleeping bags/duvet, towels.

Nearest Public Transport

Brecon (bus only).

Llandovery - The Heart of Wales Railway.

Local Interests/Attractions

Fishing, canoeing on our own stretch of River Usk. Grazing and stabling. Easy access to mountains for walkers, horses and bikes. Close to mountaineering and caving areas.

Location and Grid Reference

Off A40 at Trecastle between Brecon and Llandovery.

Landranger map 160 SN 879 287

No. of beds:	Price guide:	WTB Grading:	Groups/Individuals:
14	£14.00 per person per night	4 Star bunkhouse	Groups only please

Walks Around Trecastle Walk The walk starts and ends at the bunkhouse and is a moderate, pleasant stroll offering some stunning views and history in the form of Roman remains, a stone circle and a 15th Century church at Llywel. read more...

Cycle Trails Sarn Helen and the Roman Roads This trail demonstrates the great impact the Romans had on the landscape and history of the area. A hilly route, eased by following steady gradients. read more...

Mountain Bike Trails Heol Senni This is long for an 'easy' trail, taking you onto country lanes and farm tracks through old Breconshire hamlets and villages. There are two off-road sections, the first being quite flat, and second being mostly downhill. read more... Usk Reservoir A forested circuit of the Usk Reservoir forms this short trail. The terrain is mostly hard packed forest roads and a lengthy tarmac section. read more... Cwm Treweryn Taking in over 200m of off-road descending and an optional extra loop halfway around, this a great half-day ride along the valleys south of Sennybridge. read more... Sarn Helen Another classic, this trail sets off along farm tracks and country lanes before picking up the Sarn Helen Roman road. The return is down a fast tarmac descent along the Senni Valley. read more...