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Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons), WalesPen y Fan via Corn Du from Pont ar Daf
The highest peak in southern Britain at 886 m — a popular, well-made path to a flat-topped summit with a sheer north face and views across much of South Wales.
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Start — Pont ar Daf
Start at the National Trust car park at Pont ar Daf on the A470, south of Brecon; parking charges apply (NT members free — check current rates and opening times before you go), and the car park can fill early at weekends. Toilets are on site, and there is some bus access via the T4 service stopping near the Storey Arms.
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- Up to Corn Du
- Wind & weather warning
- Descent & return
- Local area
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