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Talybont Reservoir — 9.5 km Running Route

Talybont Reservoir is a 9.5 km (5.9 miles) loop in Talybont-on-Usk, Powys: flat, with 82 m of climb, on mixed ground.

Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons)
82 mAscent
Paved50%Paved
1/5Hilly

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Talybont Reservoir running route
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Location: Talybont-on-Usk, Powys

This circular route offers a gentle run around Talybont Reservoir, nestled within the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park. The circuit covers just under 10 km, with a roughly even mix of paved (a road with no pavement) and off-road surfaces, which are mainly on the converted railway line of the Taff Trail. Climbing is concentrated at the southern end as the run leaves the road and heads up to the Taff Trail.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 9.5 km loop in Talybont-on-Usk, Powys with around 82 metres of total ascent.
How long will it take me to run it?
Use the 'Your time estimate' panel at the top of this page — it predicts your finish time for this exact route from your age, sex and most recent benchmark, accounting for distance, ascent and surface.
Is it hilly?
Barely. It rates 1 out of 5 on our hill scale — gently undulating. About 9 metres of climb per kilometre, 82 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's roughly half paved (50%) and half trail. Light trail shoes are the safest pick, especially after rain.

Reviews (1)

JakeAug 2026

Nice gentle trail loop with views throughout

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