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Along the River Llia

South Wales, near Ystradfellte, Brecon Beacons  >  United Kingdom

A rural road follows the course of the river Llia, a small stream. Tarabilla Norteña, Tarabilla común, and Collalba Gris are often seen in breeding season.

Añadido* por Nicholas Smith
Última actualización 10 diciembre 2025
Este birdingplace aún no ha sido calificado. Sea el primero en calificar con 1 a 5 estrellas

Descripción

This rural road called Sarn Helen runs parallel to the Afon Llia (river Llia) for approximately 2 miles before descending steeply into a beautiful valley and ultimately crossing another small stream, the Afon Senni.

Because of its rural location, rough moorland terrain, altitude of ~400m and proximity to the stream, it is favoured by several species such as Collalba Gris, Tarabilla Norteña, Tarabilla común, Bisbita Pratense, Milano Real and Cuervo Grande. As you descend into the Senni Valley you are more likely to see Colirrojo Real, Papamoscas Cerrojillo, Camachuelo Común and Lavandera Cascadeña.

There is parking at various points along the route (shown on the map) but it is narrow in places so make sure your vehicle is off the road. Any point along the road could be productive but the section between the 2 cattle grids is usually good for the limited number of species that favour this environment. I have seen Andarríos Chico on the stream as well as Mirlo-acuático Europeo.

The total route is 3 miles (4.8km) and estimated to take ~1hour 15 minutes to walk one way. Please be aware that the descent into the Senni Valley is steep and would require a good level of fitness to climb back on the reverse route: taking a car or bicycle would be less effort!

The spring and early summer are the best time to visit, although raptors and corvids are probably present at any time.

Detalles

Accesso

The River Llia (Afon Llia) is located in Brecon Beacons National Park. There are no known buses (there may be local, community transport), so a private vehicle is required. Press a P on the map for directions.

There is no obvious circular trail, but it may be possible to complete a circuit via local footpaths. However, this is a remote area, so careful planning, care and fitness would be required.

This is an 'average' walk apart from the steep road from the Senni Valley, should you choose to walk back up.

Terreno y habitat

Pradera , Valle , Árboles y arbustos dispersos , Montaña , Brezales , Río

Condiciones

Montañoso , Montañoso , Sin sombra , Paisaje abierto

Camino circular

No

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Puede ser útil

Buena época para el avistamiento de aves

Primavera , Verano

Mejor momento para visitar

Primavera , Migración de otoño

Ruta

Camino pavimentado

Camino difícil de andar

Caminata media

Accesible vía

A pie , Bicicleta , Coche , Silla de ruedas

Escondite de observación / plataforma

No

Información extra

Like all upland areas, the weather in the Brecon Beacons is very changeable - plan accordingly!

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