Blorenge & The Punchbowl: 'Mountain Views and Hidden Valleys'
Sun, Apr 12
|The Keeper's Pond, Abergavenny Wales
Experience one of South Wales’ most iconic landscapes on this scenic circular walk from The Keeper’s Pond above Abergavenny. Enjoy far-reaching views from the summit of the Blorenge before descending into the tranquil Punchbowl — a hidden glacial bowl-shaped mini valley rich in wildlife and history.
Time & Location
Apr 12, 2026, 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
The Keeper's Pond, Abergavenny Wales, Pontypool NP4 9QT, UK
About the event
Join us for a beautiful 7.5-mile 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) — a man-made lake built in the early 19th century to supply water to the Garnddyrys Forge, now a much-loved spot for walkers, wild swimmers, and paddleboarders.
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,…