Brecon Beacons Mountain Centre which explore the common of Mynydd Illtud beside which the Centre is situated. From the grounds and in particular from the terrace there are good views of the two highest peaks in the Brecon Beacons, Pen y Fan and Corn Du. There is a three-dimensional relief map of the entire National Park and a geological display featuring the various rock types of the area. Short films about the National Park and the Geopark can be viewed in the Centre. A grassed area in front of the building is available for children to play games and for picknicking. Brecon Beacons Mountain
Pen-y-fan Pond Pen-y-fan Pond Pen-y-fan Pond is a man-made reservoir built around 1794-6 as part of the engineering works for the Crumlin Arm of the Monmouthshire Canal. The reservoir was used to maintain the water level in the canal. The reservoir is formed by a large earth dam with stone facings, forming banks on three sides of a gentle slope. The outlet to the canal feeder forms a stone-lined, oval tunnel and a valve chamber is set into the bank above. Pen Y Fan Pond Country Park features the reservoir, and provides a circular walk around the lake, and minimal facilities for