Rhongyr Isaf Centre

Head to one of the highlights of the Brecon Beacons, the National Showcaves Centre for Wales (five minutes’ drive), to shuffle through the 10 miles’ worth of underground passages on the hunt for stalactites and stalagmites. Back above the surface, set off on a wander around the many waterfalls in this section of the national park, ticking off Henrhyd Falls, the highest in the area (10 minutes), as well as the impressive Sgwd Gwladys (20 minutes) and Sgwd Yr Eira (40 minutes). Another aquatic attraction to amble towards is Llyn y Fan Fach (45 minutes), a popular lake for pottering around. There’s a four-mile walk to be had from a car park just past Llanddeusant along a river and a mountain ridge with views down over this 10-hectare body of water. The whole area, much like most of the Brecon Beacons, is a birdwatchers’ paradise. Turn your head skyward in the hopes of catching a glimpse of the red kites, carrion crows and kestrels while you’re strolling through the landscape.