A beautiful 7.5-mile professionally guided circular walk exploring the dramatic landscape of the Blorenge (Mynydd Blorens) in the Brecon Beacons National Park.
We begin high above Abergavenny at The Keeper’s Pond (Pen-ffordd-goch) From here, we follow a gentle trail across open moorland to reach the summit of the Blorenge (561m).

Starting high means the ascent is steady and surprisingly easy for such a commanding peak — one of the most accessible summits in the National Park. From the top, we’ll enjoy breathtaking views across the Vale of Usk, the Sugar Loaf, and on a clear day, even Pen y Fan. We then descend into the secluded Punchbowl, a peaceful small glacial basin on the mountain’s eastern flank. This hidden amphitheatre, shaped by ancient ice, shelters a small lake surrounded by beech, oak, and rowan trees. It’s a haven for wildlife — keep an eye out for green woodpeckers, cuckoos, and soaring buzzards.
This walk combines mountain views, fascinating history, and wild natural beauty, all within a moderately paced day on the hills.