Horseshoe Ridge hike in the Brecon Beacons
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The Horseshoe Ridge hike is a challenging but rewarding walk in the heart of the Brecon Beacons. One of the best hikes in the national park, this circular walk explores the four peaks of Corn Du, Pen y Fan, Cribyn and Fan y Big.
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Distance 13.8 km
4:25 h
621 m
622 m
854 m
403 m
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If you’re after a challenging but rewarding walk across wild Welsh moorland and up steep rocky peaks that offer commanding views over the Brecon Beacons, the Horseshoe Ridge hike is for you. At every step of the circular walk around the U-shaped Neuadd Valley and up the four peaks of Corn Du, Pen y Fan (the highest peak in southern Britain), Cribyn and Fan y Big, you’ll be swept away by magnificent views stretching for miles in all directions.
The Horseshoe Ridge hike is a challenging walk up rocky peaks, along mountain ridges and across wild moorland. This circular walk takes to 4 1/2 to 5 1/2 hours with regular stops, is 10 miles long and includes muddy paths. Closest toilets, shops and refreshments are available in Pontsticill. Be prepared for inclement and ever-changing weather in the Brecon Beacons.
If you’re after a challenging but rewarding walk across wild Welsh moorland and up steep rocky peaks that offer commanding views over the Brecon Beacons, the Horseshoe Ridge hike is for you. At every step of the circular walk around the U-shaped Neuadd Valley and up the four peaks of Corn Du, Pen y Fan (the highest peak in southern Britain), Cribyn and Fan y Big, you’ll be swept away by magnificent views stretching for miles in all directions.
The Horseshoe Ridge hike is a challenging walk up rocky peaks, along mountain ridges and across wild moorland. This circular walk takes to 4 1/2 to 5 1/2 hours with regular stops, is 10 miles long and includes muddy paths. Closest toilets, shops and refreshments are available in Pontsticill. Be prepared for inclement and ever-changing weather in the Brecon Beacons.
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854 m
Lowest point
403 m
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Coordinates:
OS Grid
SO 03627 17114
DD
51.844280, -3.400364
DMS
51°50'39.4"N 3°24'01.3"W
UTM
30U 472419 5743794
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Coordinates
OS Grid
SO 03627 17114
DD
51.844280, -3.400364
DMS
51°50'39.4"N 3°24'01.3"W
UTM
30U 472419 5743794
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13.8 km
Duration
4:25 h
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621 m
Descent
622 m
Highest point
854 m
Lowest point
403 m
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