One of YHA’s most remote hostels, YHA Llanddeusant Activty Centre is a traditional style hostel in the Black Mountain range of the Brecon Beacons. It has an informal, family feel which is boosted by a range of on and off-site outdoor activities provided by Arc Adventures.
Perfect for group and family get togethers, Llanddeusant is situated within an international dark skies area, an area of outstanding natural beauty and an international Geo-park. Facing west, The youth hostel garden, has seating and tables for meals. you can enjoy beautiful sunsets and views over Coed Pen Arthur and Tricrug across to the peak of the Black Mountain (Mynydd Du).
Hiking and biking trails lead directly from the hostel to the legendary Llyn-y-Fan glacial lake and across into one of the most stunning and remote mountain areas in the UK. The area is known for an abundance of Red Kites. Other nearby attractions include the National Botanic Gardens of Wales, Aberglasney Gardens, and the medieval castles of Dryslwyn, and Carreg Cennen.
Visit Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park Visitor Centre where a team of friendly and knowledgeable information officers are on hand all year round to help you make the most of your visi
Visit the largest show caves in Western Europe with breathtaking limestone formations built up over thousands of years.
Explore the ruined 13th century castle, with pits and drawbridges. Don't miss the prehistoric cave dwelling and vaulted passageway. Visit the Castle & Farm website
Spectacularly set in the beautiful Tywi valley, Aberglasney House features one of the finest gardens in Wales.
The Usk Reservoir is approx four miles from the hostel and is an ideal place to get out on your bike. We can arrange bike hire for you from a local provider.
A popular walk to Llyn-y-Fan-Fach, home of the legendary Lady of the Lake.
Arc Adventures offers outdoor activity and residential trips to families and groups.
7 miles Relax on a railway journey though a land of lush rolling hills and crystal clear mountain streams from Shrewsbury to Swansea. Visit the website
Discover a rich variety of land and habitats, from moors, wooded valleys and farmland, to cave systems, waterfalls and wetlands.
Tour this former Roman gold mine and see authentic 1930s mining equipment, workshops and trams showing how the mines worked.
Reception opening hours: From 07:00 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 22:00.
Food and drink: Breakfast is served to guests daily. Evening meals are also available.
Self-catering: Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.
Parking: There is parking at the hostel.
WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.
Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Llanddeusant Activity Centre, except on our campsite or when hiring the whole hostel through YHA Exclusive Hire. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.
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We are very grateful for all of the help and support that our generous volunteers give to YHA.
We are proud of our Investors in Volunteering accreditation and have a wide range of opportunities available across the country, all of which will provide great learning or social experiences and help us to create even more opportunities for young people.
YHA Llanddeusant Activity Centre is part of our volunteer managers programme. Find out about becoming a volunteer manager and supporting our small hostels through YHA volunteering.
Manager recommends: A morning walk captures the scenery at its best. Take a stroll to the legendary Llyn-y-Fan glacial lake, followed by a welcoming lunch at the Red Kite café. Enjoy the spectacular display of Red Kites feeding in the delightful surroundings of Llanddeusant, whilst sheltering in a purpose built hide.
