Title: Cray Travel Guide: Best of Cray, Brecon Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk

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# Cray Travel Guide

## Tourist Guide

![Sunset on crai reservoir ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118850972/4ebc6ee3-ed32-480f-99a1-e6756397a7f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Sheep fold near the watershed Looking north-west from the A4067 towards the Cefn Cul ridge.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118850972/12f35d57-37c1-4367-ba43-8092ae977dfd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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![Trig pillar on Fan Gyhirych This is the summit that really makes the national park seem small. To the west you can see Fan Hir (pictured) - and to the east you can see the Corn Du and Pen y Fan. Both look to be just a couple of valleys away in either direction.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118850972/975933a9-cb04-49b1-9d00-c71349fb957c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

[Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118850972/975933a9-cb04-49b1-9d00-c71349fb957c.jpg) by [Nigel Davies](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/22898) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0))

![Summit of Fan Fraith A couple of measly stones mark the summit of this flat topped foothill to Fan Gyhirych. Hardly worth the effort of negotiating the adjacent bog.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118850972/c338a028-b304-4c05-8e47-dfb89340a411.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

[Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118850972/c338a028-b304-4c05-8e47-dfb89340a411.jpg) by [Nigel Davies](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/22898) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0))

![Dry stone wall or wet stone wall? The dilapidated wall which runs across Fan Fraith dips its feet in a pool. Pen y Fan, Fan Frynach and the north end of Fan Nedd are seen in the distance. This pool is but one of many (mostly) alongside the wall from which presumably the stones for its construction were unearthed.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118850972/57ea0df3-bb3c-4ae2-88d4-25d2c7280854.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

[Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118850972/57ea0df3-bb3c-4ae2-88d4-25d2c7280854.jpg) by [Alan Bowring](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/8255) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0))

## Visit Cray

Things to do

- Top hotels in Cray
- Top Holiday Rentals in Cray

![Blanco's Hotel Port Talbot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31640000/31632300/31632244/914fa5d2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Blanco's Hotel Port Talbot

Green Park Port Talbot Wales

£85

26 Mar - 27 Mar

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Port Talbot. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (540 reviews)

Enjoy their hotel

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

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![Llechwen Hall Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4035500/4035488/ef452e5c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Llechwen Hall Hotel

Llanfabon Pontypridd Wales

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

£76

30 Mar - 31 Mar

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pontypridd. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (695 reviews)

Hotel is lovely and peaceful, load a lil touch to get in if have a low car be warned

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

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Mercure Swansea Hotel

Phoenix Way Swansea Wales

£68

27 Mar - 28 Mar

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...

8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

Poorly decorated and maintained room. Smelt musty. Dirty. Would not stay again but got stuck travelling later than planned so had to stay.

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

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The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn

Pen Y Ace Inn Swansea Wales

Stay at this business-friendly holiday home in Swansea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium bedding. Popular attractions Craig-y-Nos Country Park and ...

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"266" 4 STAR! HOT-TUB, LOG-FIRE, BQ, PLAYGROUND, BIKE LOCKUP, Nr Zip World 

 Aberdare WLS

Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Aberdare. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Aberdare Swimming Pool and Sobell ...

10/10 Exceptional! (123 reviews)

Everything was as we expected,lovely and clean and like another world when we stepped inside,would definitely go again. Great comunication with the host,we had a fab weekend all round.

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

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![James Place @ Dowlais](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15710000/15705000/15704959/87340ba0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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James Place @ Dowlais

84 High Street Merthyr Tydfil Wales

Stay at this apartment in Merthyr Tydfil. Enjoy free parking, a computer station and an outdoor tennis court. Popular attractions Brecon Mountain Railway and ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (93 reviews)

Pretty reasonable place with easy parking and decent amenities

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

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### Popular places to visit

![Panorama of Pen y Fan and Cribyn from a drone, Brecon Beacons National Park, Wales, England](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532490423/e06353ae-a188-41bb-bdde-9cd56e250a66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Pen y Fan

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pen y Fan during your travels in Glyn Tarell. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's countryside. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Pen-Y-Fan-Brecon.d553248621532490423.Attraction)

![Good spot for some astrophotography or just looking at the stars. It's a bortle 4 spot but shooting in to some bortle 5/6 in the distance to get the milky way.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532490542/485e77c4-3e06-48e8-ba8a-94c05029128d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Llangorse Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Llangorse Lake during your travels in Llangorse. Wander the picturesque gardens in this relaxing area. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Llangorse-Lake-Brecon.d553248621532490542.Attraction)

#### Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Center

Explore the great outdoors at Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Glyn Tarell. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Brecon-Beacons-National-Park-Visitor-Center-Brecon.d553248633954028799.Attraction)

#### Brecon Cathedral

After visiting Brecon Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brecon. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Brecon-Cathedral-Brecon.d553248621532490541.Attraction)

#### Brecon Castle

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Brecon Castle during your travels in Llywel. Discover the countryside and cafes in this relaxing area. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Brecon-Castle-Brecon.d553248621563222571.Attraction)

#### Pwll-y-wrach Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Pwll-y-wrach Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Talgarth. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Pwll-Y-Wrach-Nature-Reserve-Brecon.d553248621532490545.Attraction)

### Things to do

![1 Hour Archery Experience in Hereford](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45007100/ce0cff4b-2a9f-46ee-bafc-031511166257.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 1 Hour Archery Experience in Hereford

£26

per adult

[](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-hour-archery-experience-in-hereford.a45007100.activity-details)

![Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49566476/9ea15851-a21b-45c3-9c61-e85582d840e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour

£86

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cardiff-waterfalls.a49566476.activity-details)

![Self-drive Stargazing in Wales Road Trip Online Travel Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49695740/c3c41e97-cb36-41a2-8891-f1b43048cca1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Stargazing in Wales - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan

£10

per traveller

[](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/stargazing-in-wales-online-self-guided-road-trip-plan.a49695740.activity-details)

![Bannau Brycheiniog Brecon Beacons Hay on Wye Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50984905/b289028d-8119-4fef-a82c-22cd0b8f618d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Bannau Brycheiniog Brecon Beacons Hay on Wye Tour

£220

per adult

[](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bannau-brycheiniog-brecon-beacons-hay-on-wye-tour.a50984905.activity-details)

![Private Guided Hike: The Iconic Pen y Fan In The Brecon Beacons](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47123734/864e3d3f-6bac-4f9e-822f-11658e595e55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Private Guided Hike: The Iconic Pen y Fan In The Brecon Beacons

£495

per traveller

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![Private Guided Hike: The Brecon Beacons Eight Waterfalls!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3980416/1ca25680-6494-42ed-9089-01bfc142d96c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Private Guided Hike: The Brecon Beacons Eight Waterfalls!

£495

per traveller

[](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-guided-hike-the-brecon-beacons-eight-waterfalls.a3980416.activity-details)

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## Cities near Cray

![Brecon Beacons National Park which includes a lake or waterhole, farmland and land animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054302/f6c189d7-b30d-4a7c-84ee-9e9bd161282f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Brecon

![Swansea featuring a sunset, sailing and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9958/5cf59e1b-6078-45ba-84a9-b5d45198d84b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Swansea

![A sheep in the evening sun near Treorchy, overlooking the Ogmore Valley in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Mid Glamorgan, Wales, UK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182839/37a06b00-2b19-456b-8178-61b62e724c6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Aberdare

![Fields near Pont Wingon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182889/02314ffe-4459-444f-8377-5b53f05ebee5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

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### Trecastle

- Cities near Cray
- Places of interest

[Brecon](https://expedia.co.uk/Brecon.dx5613)[Swansea](https://expedia.co.uk/Swansea.dx9958)[Aberdare](https://expedia.co.uk/Aberdare.dx182839)[Trecastle](https://expedia.co.uk/Trecastle.dx182889)[Sennybridge](https://expedia.co.uk/Sennybridge.dx3000009928)[Devynock](https://expedia.co.uk/Devynock.dx3000011716)[Heol Senni](https://expedia.co.uk/Heol-Senni.dx3000401301)[Maescar](https://expedia.co.uk/Maescar.dx3000403632)[Defynnog](https://expedia.co.uk/Defynnog.dx3000437715)[Ystradfellte](https://expedia.co.uk/Ystradfellte.dx3000457322)

- [South Wales Borderers Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Wales-Borderers-Museum-Brecon.d553248621563222569.Attraction)
- [Brecon Beacons National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Brecon-Beacons-National-Park-Wales.d6054302.Attraction)
- [Pen y Fan ](https://expedia.co.uk/Pen-Y-Fan-Brecon.d553248621532490423.Attraction)
- [Royal Welsh Showground ](https://expedia.co.uk/Royal-Welsh-Showground-Builth-Wells.d553248635975950600.Attraction)
- [BikePark Wales ](https://expedia.co.uk/BikePark-Wales-Aberdare.d553248621561939670.Attraction)
- [Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Center ](https://expedia.co.uk/Brecon-Beacons-National-Park-Visitor-Center-Brecon.d553248633954028799.Attraction)
- [Craig-y-Nos Country Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Craig-Y-Nos-Country-Park-Swansea.d553248635975607521.Attraction)
- [Penderyn Distillery ](https://expedia.co.uk/Penderyn-Distillery-Aberdare.d553248621533024209.Attraction)
- [Rhondda Valley ](https://expedia.co.uk/Rhondda-Valley-Wales.d6222428.Attraction)
- [Brecon Mountain Railway ](https://expedia.co.uk/Brecon-Mountain-Railway-Merthyr-Tydfil.d553248633954029136.Attraction)
- [National Showcaves Centre for Wales ](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Showcaves-Centre-For-Wales-Swansea.d553248621533024037.Attraction)
- [Henrhyd Waterfall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Henrhyd-Waterfall-Neath.d553248635975608513.Attraction)
- [Aberglasney Gardens ](https://expedia.co.uk/Aberglasney-Gardens-Carmarthen.d553248621532490476.Attraction)
- [Sgwd Yr Eira Waterfall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Sgwd-Yr-Eira-Waterfall-Aberdare.d723661990536134656.Attraction)
- [Brecon Cathedral ](https://expedia.co.uk/Brecon-Cathedral-Brecon.d553248621532490541.Attraction)
- [Llangorse Lake ](https://expedia.co.uk/Llangorse-Lake-Brecon.d553248621532490542.Attraction)
- [Aberdare Golf Club ](https://expedia.co.uk/Aberdare-Golf-Club-Aberdare.d553248621563222625.Attraction)
- [Melincourt Waterfall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Melincourt-Waterfall-Neath.d553248635975607520.Attraction)
- [Neath Abbey Ruins ](https://expedia.co.uk/Neath-Abbey-Ruins-Neath.d553248622006352483.Attraction)
- [Parc Bryn Bach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Parc-Bryn-Bach-Tredegar.d553248621532490536.Attraction)
- [National Trust - Dolaucothi Gold Mines ](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Trust-Dolaucothi-Gold-Mines-Llanwrda.d553248621565224173.Attraction)
- [Dare Valley Country Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dare-Valley-Country-Park-Aberdare.d624900356444495872.Attraction)
- [Bedwellty House and Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Bedwellty-House-And-Park-Tredegar.d553248621532490537.Attraction)
- [Surf School Wales ](https://expedia.co.uk/Surf-School-Wales-Port-Talbot.d553248621561939586.Attraction)
- [Afan Argoed Country Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Afan-Argoed-Country-Park-Port-Talbot.d624895402909282304.Attraction)
- [Garwnant Visitor Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Garwnant-Visitor-Centre-Merthyr-Tydfil.d553248621533024208.Attraction)
- [Pwll-y-wrach Nature Reserve ](https://expedia.co.uk/Pwll-Y-Wrach-Nature-Reserve-Brecon.d553248621532490545.Attraction)
- [Llandovery Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Llandovery-Castle-Llandovery.d553248621565224175.Attraction)

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