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Penderyn Moor Climb – Beacons Reservoir loop from Brecon

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Penderyn Moor Climb – Beacons Reservoir loop from Brecon

Moderate

4.5

(2)

62

riders

Penderyn Moor Climb – Beacons Reservoir loop from Brecon

02:50

54.8km

810m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 15, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 42.0 km for 116 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

6.89 km

View of Pen Milan

Highlight • Viewpoint

2

17.3 km

Devil's Elbow Climb from Heol Senni

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The Devil’s Elbow epitomises the harsh beauty of hidden Wales. With its crumbling surface and neglected rusting barriers it weaves through beautifully rugged scenery presenting one of the toughest challenges …

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3

19.6 km

Maen Llia Standing Stone

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According to legend, the stone goes down to the river, the Afon Llia to drink on occasion. This tall tale seems likely to be an allusion to the fact that …

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4

35.2 km

Penderyn Moor Climb

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Nice steady climb with a view

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5

39.7 km

Beacons Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

The northernmost and highest of the three reservoirs in the Taff Fawr valley.

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6

42.0 km

Stream in the Brecon Beacons

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7

49.5 km

River Tarell Crossing

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Lovely little crossing point over the River Tarell, nice and quiet and perfect for a quick drink before pushing on

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B

54.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

31.4 km

23.1 km

155 m

139 m

Surfaces

43.0 km

11.5 km

175 m

120 m

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