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Ogof Craig a Ffynnon

Cave

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Mountain, Riverside, Caves

Walking, Climbing

After a rainy period

Photo: Nick Chipchase via Geograph.org.uk

Ogof Craig a Ffynnon is a major cave system in the Clydach Gorge, on the flank of Llangattock Mountain near Llanelly Hill in the Brecon Beacons. Its Welsh name means the cave of the rock and fountain, and behind a small entrance at the foot of a quarried face runs about seven kilometres of passage, ...

10

Parking nearby

3

Food Spots nearby

3

Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

4 day, 6 overnight

The Horseshoe Inn – Llangattock, The Vine Tree – Llangattock, The Bridge End Inn – Crickhowell

Miners Log Cabin, Crickhowell Couples Getaway, Brecon Beacons Cabin

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Ogof Craig a Ffynnon?
South Wales contains this subterranean system deep inside the Clydach Gorge area. Adventurers will find the unassuming entrance positioned within the limestone cliffs of the mountain.

What type of place is Ogof Craig a Ffynnon?
Ogof Craig a Ffynnon is a seven-kilometre-long cave system located within the Clydach Gorge in South Wales.

When is the best time to visit Ogof Craig a Ffynnon?
Waiting until a rainy period passes ensures much safer subterranean conditions before you attempt an underground trip. Dry spells keep the active streamway from flooding unexpectedly.

What can you do at Ogof Craig a Ffynnon?
Cavers can explore massive underground chambers and navigate tight phreatic loops. People also enjoy viewing the delicate straw stalactites and the impressive Hall of the Mountain King.

How long should I spend at Ogof Craig a Ffynnon?
Allocating a full day allows enough time for a proper, sporting caving trip through the deep passages. Shorter photographic forays to the nearer chambers require about three hours.

Where do I park at Ogof Craig a Ffynnon?
Spaces for ten vehicles exist close to the site, offering a mix of four day spots and six overnight options. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Ogof Craig a Ffynnon?
The Horseshoe Inn - Llangattock, The Vine Tree - Llangattock, and The Bridge End Inn - Crickhowell provide three choices for food nearby. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Ogof Craig a Ffynnon?
Miners Log Cabin, Crickhowell Couples Getaway, and Brecon Beacons Cabin offer three options for an overnight stay in the area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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