Walk 3203 - Llanthony Abbey from Capel-y-Ffin Youth Hostel, Black Mountains

The landscape of the eastern Brecon Beacons National Park is characterised by high ridges and deep valleys. This walk explores both offering a varied and interesting walk that is a perfect introduction to the area. Llanthony Abbey is of particlar note occupying a splendid position beneath the high high ridges on either side of the valley.

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Note : The distances quoted to other walks in the vicinity are measured in a straight line. The distance by road may be further.