Discover a range of holiday cottages, farmhouses, barn conversions, and glamping pods, set on working farms in the Brecon Beacons National Park. These hand-picked, self-catering farm stays are located in some of Brecon Beacons’ most popular rural destinations including Abergavenny, Crickhowell, Llandeilo, and Brecon, ideal for families, groups of friends, or couples looking for an unforgettable getaway.
The majority of the Brecon Beacons is in Powys, although it straddles four other Welsh counties, and the Black Mountains to the east form a natural border with the English county of Herefordshire. The landscape comprises a diverse range of habitats including dramatic mountain peaks, peaceful valleys, tumbling waterfalls, meandering rivers, ancient forests, and well-maintained pasture. A holiday on a working farm in the Brecon Beacons is a wonderful way to experience rural life in this beautiful part of Wales first hand.
The park is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts with miles of walking and cycling trails. Climb Pen y Fan, the highest peak in South Wales for breathtaking views, hike The Four Waterfalls, on a loop starting from Ystradfellte with the opportunity to walk behind curtains of water or stop off for a wild swim, or go deep into the mountains at the National Showcaves Centre for Wales. Many of our collection of farms in the Brecon Beacons welcome dogs which means you can bring your four-legged companion along for the adventure, although they must be kept under effective control and on short leads around livestock.
Renowned for its minimal light pollution, the Brecon Beacons offers some of the best star gazing in Europe, allowing visitors to see the Milky Way, major constellations, and meteor showers with the naked eye. Wildlife watchers are well catered for too with the park rich in wildlife including deer, badgers, and pine martens, majestic birds of prey such as red kites and peregrine falcons, free-roaming wild ponies, and uncommon arctic alpine plants.
With no shortage of attractions for a memorable day out, a family holiday on a working farm in the Brecon Beacons is a fantastic choice. Take a nostalgic ride on a steam train running along the Taf Fechan Reservoir; experience horse riding and interactive animal encounters at Cantref Adventure Farm; or go back in time at the Big Pit National Coal Museum to find out what life was like for those who worked at the coal face.
After a day exploring, children will enjoy returning to the farm to greet the animals, and with many farm stays offering barbecues and hot tubs, the entertainment can carry on long into the evening.
Situated on the northern edge of the park is the market town of Brecon. Known for its annual jazz festival, military connections, and magnificent Gothic style cathedral, it has a good range of independent shops and places to eat as well as a museum, art gallery, and picturesque canal basin, perfect for a gentle stroll.
Whether you’re after a secluded glamping retreat, a traditional farm workers’ cottage tucked beneath the mountains, or a stylish barn conversion with space for all the family, a farm stay in the Brecon Beacons is an ideal destination for your next break at any time of year.
