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Natural Wales

Discover the natural beauty of South Wales, from coastlines and woodlands to wildlife and walking trails - perfect for exploring, relaxing, and reconnecting with the outdoors.

Welcome to our guide to natural South Wales, where breathtaking landscapes and rich biodiversity create endless opportunities for outdoor discovery. From rolling hills and wild moorlands to ancient woodlands and dramatic coastlines, South Wales is home to some of the UK’s most stunning natural scenery. Whether you’re looking for peaceful walks, wildlife spotting, or scenic viewpoints, this guide helps you explore the region’s most treasured natural spaces. With national parks, nature reserves, and hidden rural gems to discover, it’s the perfect starting point for anyone who wants to connect with the great outdoors.

Natural South Wales isn’t just beautiful - it’s teeming with life and wonder. The region supports a variety of habitats, from salt marshes and river valleys to upland meadows and towering cliffs, each with its own unique ecosystem. You might spot red kites soaring overhead, seals basking on the shore, or wildflowers carpeting hillsides in spring. Our guide includes information on accessible walks, conservation sites, and family-friendly nature trails to help you make the most of your visit. Whether you're a seasoned explorer or a casual wanderer, South Wales offers a landscape that refreshes, inspires, and invites you to slow down and reconnect with nature.

Ystradfellte Four Waterfalls, Brecon Beacons

Natural Wales Businesses

Hillend Campsite, Llangennith, Gower

Stay at Hillend Caravan & Camping Park, Llangennith. Beachside site on the Gower with surf, scenic…

Monmouth Highlands Campsite

Highlands Holidays Monmouth in the Wye Valley offers cosy cottages, glamping wagons, and campsite…

Newport Hotel Cwmcarn Forest

Cwmcarn Forest offers lodges, glamping pods, mountain biking, walking trails, and camping pitches…

Gower Hotel Tallizmand

Three en suite double rooms with estuary views, free WiFi, tea/coffee, ample parking, and a cosy…

Gower Hotel Seren Retreat

Experience personalized Ayurveda retreats at Seren Retreat with vegetarian meals, Polarity Therapy,…

Natural Wales Experiences

Ystradfellte Four Waterfalls, Brecon Beacons
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Explore Waterfall Country in the Brecon Beacons National Park, with this nine-mile hike including…

Brombil Reservoir, near Port Talbot
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Brombil Reservoir near Port Talbot offers stunning turquoise waters, scenic woodland walks, and…

Aberdulais Falls
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Aberdulais Falls near Neath features a stunning waterfall, historic tinworks, and a giant…

Bute Park, Cardiff
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Bute Park in Cardiff is a historic riverside park with woodland trails, rare trees, landmarks,…

Our latest Natural Wales articles

Horseshoe Falls, Elidir Trail, Brecon Beacons
Active Outdoors

Best Waterfall Walks in South Wales

Posted on: 24 July 2025

Discover the best waterfall walks in South Wales, including Four Waterfalls Walk, Henrhyd Falls, Melincourt, Aberdulais and the Elidir Trail. Scenic, accessible and perfect for all levels.

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