What are audio trails?

Audio trails are recorded guides that you can download onto your MP3 player, iPod, mobile phone or PDA to accompany you on your walk. Alternatively, you can download them on to your computer and listen to them at home before you leave.

Waterfall Country Audio Trails and Podcast

Fossils and Firebricks trail - This audio trail reveals the geological and industrial heritage found between Pontneddfechan and the waterfall known as Sgwd Gwladus which contains interviews with a number of experts who have worked in and studied this area for years.

Goblin Gwladus trail - This audio trail presents the information provided in ‘Fossils and Firebricks’ in a way that appeals to 7-11 year olds - and those that like a good old story.

Powder trail - This audio trail, produced by Forestry Commission Wales, reveals what life was like working at the Gunpowder Works at Pontneddfechan.

Waterfalls and Wildlife podcast- This fifteen minute recording features interviews with Brecon Beacons National Park Authority staff who discuss the rich biodiversity found along the path between Sgwd Gwladus and Pont Melin-fach.

Bryn Henllys Audio Trail

Henllys Vale trail / Llwybr Llafar - This audio trail reveals the industrial heritage and geology found in the Henllys Vale area near Cwmllynfell in the western area of the National Park. It includes interviews with local historians and a geologist.

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These audio trails have been made possible with funding from the Countryside Council for Wales and the Welsh Assembly Government's Aggregates Levy Sustainability Fund.