Highlights of the Usk Valley Walk
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The beautiful valley of the River Usk is a green artery through the Brecon Beacons National Park which can be fully appreciated from the delightful river or canal side paths. Following the riverbank, or the delightful Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal for much of the route, this a relaxing introduction to trail walking. |
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Delightful riverside paths beside the Usk |
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The Monmouthshire and Brecon canal with its distinctive lifting bridges |
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Superb views of the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons |
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Detailed information
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37 miles 8-11 miles and up to 350ft of ascent in a day. |
Day 1: arrival day.
Day 2: meander along the riverbank from the small market town of Usk to The Bryn.
Day 3: walk beside the river, and then the canal, to the aqueduct at Gilwern.
Day 4: enjoy superb views across the valley to the Black Mountains as we make our way along the towpath to Llangynidir.
Day 5: complete the walk in style, walking below the peaks of the Beacons to Brecon.
Day 6: departure day.
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| Dates and prices |
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| Mon 4 May 2009 |
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£435 |
| Mon 10 Aug 2009 |
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£449 |
Premium Single & Twin Supplement: £5 per person per night
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| Your accommodation and meals |
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You’ll stay at HF Holidays’ own Country House at Brecon, with transport to and from the route provided each day.
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| Travel to and from your holiday |
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This is not included in the price of your holiday.
By train:
The following websites should help you to plan your journey:
By road: www.theaa.com
By rail: www.thetrainline.com
By coach: www.nationalexpress.com
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