The Upper Neuadd reservoir has been a goto place for many photographers and hikers, hence decided to make a day trip to this mystifying site.
Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water has begun a project to return a decommissioned reservoir to its natural state, in a move that will create walking opportunities and enhance the environment. The reservoir is no longer needed as a water resource, so Welsh Water will instead modify the existing dam to allow the water to flow naturally through the valley.
Hikers taking the trail up to the peak of Pen y Fan will be able to soak in the picturesque view of the reservoir halfway up. The starting point for the hike will be from the car park (Talybont-on-Usk, Merthyr Tydfil CF48 2UT).
The view from the trail was just lovely! You could see the decommissioned reservoir halfway up the peak and the view of the peak (Pen Y Fan) was just breathtaking. If your intending to attempt the circular walk to and from Pen Y Fan, then ensure you have proper gear (shoes, poncho, etc) and sufficient water as the 7-11 mile hike (depending on paths you take) is not a walk in a park.
I took some footage of the walk and came up with a video that I have uploaded to YouTube for everyone to enjoy. The footages were shot early morning hence the cloudy effect in the video. View it in HD (1080p) if possible. Enjoy!
