Cwmdu, Powys

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Cwmdu is a small village situated in the heart of the Black Mountains in Powys, Wales. Its name is derived from the Welsh language "Cwm Ddu", which means 'Black Valley'. It is located on the A479 Talgarth to Tretower road.

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Cwmdu has several public facilities, including a park, a garage, a church dedicated to St. Michael and Archangels , a campsite , a village school which was visited by Prince Charles in the summer of 2006 , a village pub, the Farmers Arms and a cafe, the Mynydd-Ddu Tea Room.

Cwmdu attracts many tourists every year, who mainly consist of hikers hillwalking through on The Beacons Way . Cwmdu is an attractive hiking destination as it is situated in the heart of the Black Mountains, and is only about 12 miles away from the Brecon Beacons; the highest mountain range in South Wales and within the region's National Park.

Nearby towns include Crickhowell; a small market town which is famous for its beautiful 16th century river bridge across the River Usk and a range of quaint shops. Abergavenny is also found nearby over the border with Monmouthshire; a larger market town than Crickhowell, it is also popular with ramblers because of its 'Three Peaks'; the Sugar Loaf Mountain, Wales, the Blorenge and the Skirrid.

Pubs/Bars in Cwmdu: The Farmers Arms Cwmdu Crickhowell Powys NP8 1RU 01874 730464 The Kestrel Inn Cwmdu Crickhowell NP8 1SB 01874 730261

Schools/Collegs in Cwmdu: Cwmdu C.I.W. School (Primary) Cwmdu Crickhowell Powys NP8 1RU 01874 730358

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