23/10/2026
Pwll y Wrach Nature Reserve is a 17-hectare ancient mixed deciduous woodland and Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) located just outside Talgarth in Powys, Wales (Bannau Brycheiniog / Brecon Beacons National Park).
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• Location & Size: Near Talgarth, Powys); 17 hectares managed by the Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales.
• The Waterfall ("Witch's Pool"): The River Ennig flows through a deep-sided valley, splitting and plunging over a limestone rock shelf into a dramatic twin-stream waterfall known as the Witch's Pool.
• Wildlife & Flora: Famous for spring wildflower carpets including bluebells, wild garlic, wood anemones, lesser celandines, and early purple orchids, alongside local dormice colonies and dippers by the river.
• Access & Trails:
• Features a wide, gravelled, all-ability accessible path from the entrance leading toward the upper woodland.
• Continuing down toward the waterfall and the full loop involves steep stone steps, uneven terrain, and muddy tracks (sturdy footwear recommended). Note that parts of the trail can occasionally have partial access restrictions due to ash dieback management.
• Parking & Facilities:
• On-site parking is very limited (only a couple of roadside/lay-by spaces). It is strongly recommended to park in Talgarth and walk to the reserve via Hospital Road.
• No toilets, bins, or picnic areas are on-site (facilities are available in nearby Talgarth).
• Entry is free, and dogs must be kept on a lead at all times
