South Wales

The first Bradt guidebook dedicated to a specific part of Wales, covering Monmouthshire, Glamorgan, Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire, and the Brecon Beacons National Park. It provides in-depth coverage of attractions for walkers, heritage aficionados, wildlife lovers, families, mountain bikers, foodies, and city-lovers, with 400 miles of coastline and the Brecon Beacons International Dark Sky Reserve. The region's special wildlife ranges from puffins and deer to porpoises and dolphins, and urbanites will love Cardiff, Britain's most dynamic city.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 344 pages
Publication date: 06 March 2023
Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides

This new Bradt guidebook is a comprehensive resource for exploring a specific part of Wales, encompassing the southern third of the country. It provides in-depth coverage of Monmouthshire, Glamorgan, Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire, and the Brecon Beacons National Park, covering a wide range of attractions that cater to various interests. Whether you're a walker, heritage enthusiast, wildlife lover, family, mountain biker, foodie, or city-lover, this guide offers all the practical information you need to plan and enjoy your time in South Wales.

The region boasts an impressive 400 miles of coastline, where some of Britain's finest beaches are nestled between picturesque resorts and traditional fishing villages. The Pembrokeshire Coast National Park is a highlight, offering dramatic landscapes and a rich cultural heritage. Inland, the Valleys showcase a former powerhouse of the British coal-mining industry, transformed into thriving tourist attractions within a World Heritage landscape. Alternatively, you can escape to the tranquil Brecon Beacons, one of only a few British International Dark Sky Reserves, known for its high peaks, wild moorland, and breathtaking waterfalls. From here, mountains extend eastward to the renowned book town of Hay-on-Wye.

In South Wales, you can experience a harmonious blend of history, landscape, and culture in quick succession. Hikers from around the world flock to walk the Wales Coast Path, the first footpath worldwide to extend the entire length of a country's coastline. Bike Park Wales in Merthyr is renowned as Britain's leading mountain-bike center, while the Gower Peninsula offers exciting surfing opportunities. The region's special wildlife includes puffins, deer, porpoises, and dolphins, thriving in the sheltered bays and offshore islands.

Urbanites will also find much to enjoy in South Wales. Cardiff, the Welsh capital, is rapidly evolving into one of Britain's most dynamic cities, thanks to exciting regeneration projects. The city boasts a vibrant arts scene, world-class museums, and a lively nightlife. Whether you're interested in history, nature, or culture, South Wales has something to offer for everyone.

Weight: 366g
Dimension: 136 x 218 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781784778378