It's time for a hen party in Brecon!
For those of you after an action packed outdoor hen weekend then few venues can compare to the brilliant Brecon, with its rolling hills, beautiful waterways and traditional architecture. Brecon is perfect for those who would rather be out in the open than cooped up in the city.
Why: Reasons to celebrate a Brecon hen do
Hidden right in the heart of the Brecon Beacons, the beautiful town of Brecon makes for a striking hen party destination! With a friendly atmosphere, traditional buildings and striking landscapes, there's so much to see in Brecon, from busy yearly events calendar full of music festivals to art events and tours which really make the most of the attractive local countryside. Pretty Brecon has a stunning cathedral, theatre and cinema, old castle ruins, beautiful Georgian architecture and is the final destination of the Monmouth and Brecon canal, which terminates at the charming canal basin by the theatre. In short it's one of Wales' most beautiful market towns and with the Brecon Beacons National Park as a backdrop, an area which has prestigious 'International Dark Sky Status', it's one of the best settings in which to spend your hen weekend.
As well as the sights, there's a great range of things to do on any Brecon hen weekend. With so many outdoor activities on offer, organising a hen weekend in the Brecon Beacons can seem like a daunting task, but that's where we can help! We've got quad biking for those after motorised action, water sports, canyoning or climbing work well for those who just want a rush of adrenaline - and that's not all, because the town itself has a number of pubs which are perfect for your Brecon hen weekend and the Welsh capital Cardiff is just a few miles down the road with its abundance of clubs, bars and comedy venues, making it well worth the visit!
Shop: Brecon shopping areas & recommendations
Shopping offers a great range of independent retailers as well as some well-known high street stores, meaning a really fun shopping experience for you and the girls whenever you decide to visit for your Brecon hen do! There's a range of great galleries too, such as the Ardent Gallery and Gate Gallery, as well as the excellent Brecon Antique Centre on the high street. There's also a great range of outdoor shops, clothing retailers, gift shops, interiors & household, jewellers, bakers and health food shops, plus big high street chain stores like Dorothy Perkins, Peacocks and Clarks Shoes. Pay a visit to the High Street or Lion Street for the majority of the shops and stores, or visit The Bulwark for some vintage antiques on your Brecon hen weekend.
