Brecon - Llanthony Priory

Brecon - Llanthony Priory

Llanthony Priory, Llanthony, Gwent, NP7 7NN

Listed as a top ten place to go stargazing in Brecon on the Brecon Beacons National Park website.

Whilst the Priory is closed from 4pm onwards the owners are happy for stargazers to use the carpark and enjoy the views into the Priory and upwards onto the mighty Hatterrall Hill.

Please be aware that the owners live nearby and there is also a privately run hotel nearby so it is essential noise is kept to a minimum here and stargazers keep to the designated area.


Brecon - Llanthony Priory is a Dark Sky Discovery Site, an officially recognised place where anyone can stargaze. Most such locations have overnight parking (sometimes with a fee); however, many do not allow overnight camping. There may or may not be toilet facilities.

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    Thursday 10th July 2025 from 19:30pm to 21:00pm

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    Tuesday 15th July 2025 from 18:30pm to 20:30pm

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    Thursday 17th July 2025 from 19:30pm to 21:00pm

    The Grange - Usk, Usk, NP15 1AB (17.7 miles away)

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    Monday 28th July 2025 from 19:30pm to 21:30pm

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