Reviews
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 42 visitor reviews.
Rebecca D 8/26/2024Beautiful falls, sadly strewn in litter by those that don’t deserve to enjoy areas of natural beauty The falls are stunning, all I can say is please take a spare carrier bag and leave the place tidier than you found it. It’s a short walk from the carpark yet I filled a whole carrier bag with litter. It’s a stunning falls but when you walk behind and are greeted with take away coffee cups it takes the shine off.
I saw a could get engaged here and all I kept thinking was how sad their pictures will be ruined with litter in them. Sad reality of walking anywhere beautiful these days, the ‘entitled couldn’t care less brigade’ are slowly ruining all our countrysideread moreread less
Tourist68678930492 8/26/2024Stunning- well worth a visit You will need to brace yourself for windy roads but the car park is pretty good and the view is worth the gradient.
The Batcave (in the Dark Knight Rises is a stunning spot). If you have waterproofs bring them as walking behind the waterfall is, unsurprisingly, going to soak you.read moreread less
Wild_Panther 8/25/2024Beautiful waterfall Very impressive waterfall!
We didn't go behind it, but plenty of people do.
First visited in April was fewer people but more fully fall. And just recently, in mid August, car park was nearly full at 6pm and not as much water.
Walk to the waterfall is down a steep route but going back up is not as easy but worth it!
Car park is free. unless full than can pay on farmers land for a fee.read moreread less 
Roxy2506T 8/24/2024Lovely place This is a stunning place to visit. Definitely take waterproofs as you can walk behind the falls but you'll be soaked, only takes 15mins to get to the waterfall, there is downhill walking and Steps to climb, it also gets slippy so just be careful.read moreread less 
bexs01 8/02/2024Fab waterfall Fabulous waterfall that you can walk behind, and only a short but steep walk from the car park. Rain coats and sensible shoes are needed as ground can get slippery and waterfalls sprays.read moreread less 
Anna C 7/13/2024Magical What a beautiful and magical place to visit! What dreams are made of! Very steep walk to the waterfall but totally worth it! Make sure you have extra grip on your shoes!read moreread less 
Charmayne T 5/30/2024Beautiful A must do but this isn’t an easy walk. It is short however and you can get behind the high makes it doubly worth while. Also there are no toilets there.read moreread less 
Amanda M 4/18/2024Enjoyable walk to the falls Venturing to Henrhyd Falls on a heavily rainy day in early November proved to be a captivating experience. The rain lent an air of drama to the already lush surroundings as we traversed the muddy yet well-marked trail. Despite the slippery conditions underfoot, the sheer power of the waterfall was both mesmerizing and awe-inspiring. The spray created a magical atmosphere.
Our journey to the falls included crossing a wooden bridge and walking up steep steps to reach the footpath at the top, adding to the sense of adventure. However, the recent heavy rainfall had intensified the falls' strength, dissuading us from attempting to walk behind them for safety reasons. Despite this limitation, our time spent in the presence of such natural grandeur left an indelible mark on us.read moreread less 
Joanna F 2/23/2024Saw Henryhn in full flow after lots of rain. Spectacular. Short walk from car park 10-15mins. Firm stoney path, flat to begin with but then descends down to a wooden bridge to cross the river to the wooden steps to climb back up the other side. Another stoney path and some stone steps take you to the side of the river. Unable to get too close or go behind today as waterfall was fierce after lots of rain. The trees looked amazing covered in the bright green bryophytes (mosses, liverworts and hornworts)read moreread less 
Wanderer09618760027 1/11/2024Not for the lighthearted (or the ones with children + pushchairs) Was a nice waterfall but I can't say the same for the walk there, it's only around a 15 minute walk from the car park but I wouldn't do it again, it was awful, I only went there and back and I was boiling (it was-5°) and I took off my coat and jumper. Don’t know why anyone would say it’s a nice walk. I don’t think it was anything special unless you wanna hit all your goals on your Apple Watch in just 20 minutesread moreread less 
familydiners2015 10/28/2023Lovely waterfall Parked in the National Trust car park. Took the walk downwards (steep so not suitable for prams or people with walking difficulties). It had rained the day before so very muddy (we were wearing walking boots and trousers which I’d advise) Stunning waterfall. You could walk behind it but expect to get wet. Enjoyable family walk which our teens enjoyed too.read moreread less 
lc0076 9/29/2023After the rain… A majestic experience! Walk as described..take it slow but perfectly accessible. We went later in the day so very quiet which made the walk there and the falls themselves so much more magical. Heavy rain the days before meant the waterfall was breathtaking.read moreread less 
- Iweinvanaalst 9/21/2023Picturesque waterfall A ten minute walk takes you from the car park to Henrhyd falls. You can swim or bathe under the waterfall or even walk behind it. Bring a picknick and a camera.read moreread less
nickys778 8/27/2023A must see you’ll never forget The free car park is at the top of a steep descent (on a gravelled pathway) down the gorge to reach the falls. We got there before 9.30am which I’d recommend as we had the waterfall to ourselves for a short while, which was a privilege. The falls are breathtaking. The path isn’t as easy to get behind the falls, especially when it had been raining heavily, but walking behind the falls is incredible - wear your waterproofs! By the time we left the car park was filling up but there was also parking in the next field (£5). We spent around 1.5 hours in total. This could be part of a longer walk to incorporate other nearby waterfalls if you wanted to make a day of it.read moreread less
claudiafA2274IJ 8/14/2023Wonderful waterfall Wonderful experience with my daughter and grandchildren. Will do it again. Next time will go behind the waterfall as we couldn't go further due to the weatherread moreread less 
Marcus T 7/30/2023Walk behind the waterfall There is a free car park with space for 30 or so cars, spaces seemed to free up fairly regularly so we waited a couple of minutes to park instead of going to the paid for overflow one.
The path down to the waterfall is fairly steep with steps up again but well maintained. The view from in front of the falls is great and if you don’t mind a nearly 2 person wide but wet and uneven path you can walk behind. If you love waterfalls as I do this is a must.read moreread less 
Jake S 5/07/2023Ice cold dip Picturesque beautiful and bloody cold to swim in we visited the falls after a hike up pen y fan what a way to finish a nice long walk with a dip in a waterfallread moreread less 
Beach_ExplorerSPRK26 5/01/2023A perfect waterfall trip Perfectly unspoilt and serene. The walk to the falls felt so full of nature. Not a long walk to the falls at all from the car park.
And very cool to visit “The Batcave”!read moreread less 
I K 4/24/2023I love to be in forest, travelling a lot, tasting new things. Be quite and spend the time peoples who l love it 😉 ! You really need the water proof shouse 😉 and the water proof jacket , some snacks and drinks. I did miss the toilet and bins.read moreread less
ClareBee_TA23 2/06/2023“Add this to your waterfalls list!” So beautiful!! I loved it! Not far from the car park (which is free) the walk there is downhill... read moreread moreread less
- Navigator41534189063 9/21/2022“Lovely baps;)” We stayed at the campsite next to the waterfalls and it was a lovely campsite with great owners... read moreread moreread less
IoanLloyd87 9/19/2022“A must see Waterfall.” Henryd Falls is an amazing place. Quite steep to get to if you have children. Be careful. However... read moreread moreread less
- 641sonyat 9/13/2022“Visit the animal farm too!” Path going down can be slippy and some steps to climb so if you don't have the best mobility have... read moreread moreread less
R3909FVkarens 9/08/2022“Beautiful” Well worth going to , beautiful waterfall. Fairly easy to get to, we took our dog and she managed... read moreread moreread less
- 83SarahB 8/28/2022“Beautiful but very uneven ground to get there” Absolutely stunning waterfall - quite a small car park and then a fairly long walk downhill which... read moreread moreread less
474clairs 8/01/2022“Memorable day out” A stunning waterfall! Well maintained path to get there but still worth wearing decent shoes as it... read moreread moreread less
- Jo R 7/22/2022“Be glorious in full flow. Nice little side trip.” We visited on a quiet Friday morning. Sadly it was after the driest 2 weeks of the year so the... read moreread moreread less
SStrinati 5/07/2022“Spectacular falls” Stunning falls, a must see. Long walk down on slippy shale and feels like a v v v long walk back... read moreread moreread less
- marieaD1333GG 4/30/2022“Lovely afternoon at the falls and farm” Lovely walk down to the falls. The walk is short but a little steep in parts. There is a small farm... read moreread moreread less
Ian D 1/02/2022Walk behind the fall ... Fantastic place, we nipped over to Four waterfalls car park but those weren't nearly as good as this. NT trumps itread moreread less
Venture686165 11/01/2021After the rain After heavy rain the night before the waterfall was stunning. Steep but short track to access - and coffee/tea van on site.
Well worth thread moreread less
Mike 10/24/2021An amazing gem in the Welsh countryside Was told about this place on the off chance, and on the day we went it was chucking it down.
It’s a very steep walk down and back up, but certainly worth the effort and due to the extra rainfall made the view even more special.
Be prepared to get very wet iread moreread less
vimal u 8/30/2021Highest falls in Wales Wonderful place, such natural beauty.
Car park is extremely small and the alternative is the adjacent farmland which will charge a daily rate (you wont need the whole day there).
The walk down is steep and not suitable for anyone with mobility issues, but when you get to the waterfall itself it is well worth it, especially walking bread moreread less
8/22/2021Worth a visit rain or shine. Don’t pay for parking Lovely little walk to the falls. Worth a visit. The car park is free but I noticed someone selling overspill car parking for £5 for the day. It’s only a short yet steep walk down to the falls from the free car park. Not suitable for pushchairs, wheelchairs or anyone uneasy on their feet.
Get there early and avoid crowds. You can walk from Abercraf also for more of a day out but it only really took about 45 minutes so combine with other things to do in the arearead moreread less
- Pocket83 8/22/2021Worth a visit rain or shine. Don’t pay for parking Lovely little walk to the falls. Worth a visit. The car park is free but I noticed someone selling overspill car parking for £5 for the day. It’s only a short yet steep walk down to the falls from the free car park. Not suitable for pushchairs, wheelchairs or anyone uneasy on their feet.
Get there early and avoid crowds. You can walk from Abercraf also for more of a day out but it only really took about 45 minutes so combine with other things to do inread moreread less
Chris & Charlotte 7/10/2021Well worth seeing! 😱 What a sight to see! Takes about 10/15 minutes to trek down and get to from the small carpark (Make sure you have walking boots or wellies!)
Incredible when you get to see it, be prepared to get soaked as you can also walk behind it or down to where the wateread moreread less
- SandmoreTravels 7/10/2021Well worth seeing! 😱 What a sight to see! Takes about 10/15 minutes to trek down and get to from the small carpark (Make sure you have walking boots or wellies!)
Incredible when you get to see it, be prepared to get soaked as you can also walk behind it or down to where the water falls.read moreread less
Hannah-Marie C 6/16/2021Amazing Amazing! Shame the waterfall was not that heavy in terms of water, however to be expected after a few warm days! Car park was relatively empty and fread moreread less
- hannahmariec2014 6/16/2021Amazing Amazing! Shame the waterfall was not that heavy in terms of water, however to be expected after a few warm days! Car park was relatively empty and free also!read moreread less
Michael J 6/12/2021Nature at its best Stunning, nature at its best. No charge just for the parking in the farmers field which is fine, at least someone locally benefited. A beautiful day and sight worth treread moreread less
Bermuda1Cheltenham 5/26/2021Stunning Absolutely stunning when you get there. About 15/20 min walk from car park, down slope (which feels a lot steeper coming back up!), and up couple of flights of wooden steps. Very scenic, picturesque and beautiful. You can walk right behind the curtain of the waterfall if you’re sure-footed and don’t mind getting a little wet. Small car park (free). No facilities. Like another reviewer, we look the very narrow, single-track road to get there, so look for an easiread moreread less
1/01/1970Highest falls in Wales Wonderful place, such natural beauty.
Car park is extremely small and the alternative is the adjacent farmland which will charge a daily rate (you wont need the whole day there).
The walk down is steep and not suitable for anyone with mobility issues, but when you get to the waterfall itself it is well worth it, especially walking behind it!read moreread less
About
Henrhyd Falls is a beautiful waterfall located in the Brecon Beacons National Park in Wales, United Kingdom. It is the highest waterfall in South Wales, with a height of approximately 90 feet (27 meters), and is set within a wooded gorge that adds to its scenic beauty.
The waterfall is formed by the Nant Llech River, which flows through the woods before cascading over the cliff edge to create the stunning waterfall. Visitors can access the falls via a footpath that leads through the forest and down to the base of the falls. The walk to the falls is about 30 minutes, and there are some steep and uneven sections, so it is advisable to wear appropriate footwear and take care.
Henrhyd Falls is a popular attraction for tourists and locals alike, and has been featured in various movies and TV shows, including the famous Batcave scene from the movie “The Dark Knight Rises”. It is also an important site for wildlife, with a variety of flora and fauna in the surrounding woodland.
Overall, Henrhyd Falls is a stunning natural wonder that is definitely worth a visit if you are in the Brecon Beacons area of Wales.
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Henrhyd Falls
Henrhyd Falls, Dol Henrhyd, Tawe-Uchaf, Coelbren, Wales, , , SA10 9PG