Wellsynergy, the first wellbeing and outdoor activity festival to be held in Bannau Brycheiniog from September 20-22, will be welcoming Patrick Holford as special guest speaker.

Mr Holdford, the founder of dementia prevention charity, Food For The Brain and author of almost 50 books, has dedicated his life to helping people enhance their health.

He will share valuable insights into the practical changes in nutrition, lifestyle and mindset that can improve our mental health. 

Patrick Holford, founder of Food For The Brain
Patrick Holford, founder of Food For The Brain (.)

Other guest speakers include qualified mountain leader Kevin Walker, who has been running navigation and hill skills courses for more than 40 years.

During the festival, Mr Walker will be presenting two audio-visual shows. The first – “Nature of the Brecon Beacons” – is based on his book of the same name. “Messing With the Masonry” will take the audience on an autobiographical journey from schoolboy rebel to Himalayan adventurer, sharing his passion and enthusiasm.

Entertainment highlights include live music from talented Cwmbran artist Rhys Watkins and two outdoor cinema screenings, including The Greatest Showman.

Festival-goers can enjoy a wide range of activities, such as guided nature walks, scenic hikes, sunrise yoga, a climbing wall and invigorating fitness sessions. Children’s activities include bug hunts, outdoor play and arts and crafts.

For those who want to relax and simply enjoy the beauty of the landscape, there will be plenty of delicious food and drink options available. Those attending are also welcome to take their own food.

The festival will be held at Onnenfawr, Crai, Brecon, LD3 8PY.

Organiser Janine Price said: “We are delighted to have speakers of Patrick and Kevin’s calibre at the event. It’s a rare opportunity to have such experts on the same stage.

“There really will be something for everyone and we have deliberately kept ticket prices affordable as we would love to see lots of families share the weekend.”

Chris Thomas, of ROC Outdoor Adventure and joint festival founder, added: "Anything that gets people embracing and enjoying the outdoors is a great thing. We have such an outstanding natural resource on our doorstep.

“Wellsynergy is an amazing opportunity to explore the benefits of outdoor activity and for people to take home practical strategies for living well.”

Keri Davies, festival host, said: “It is with great excitement that we get ready to host what we hope, as a family, will be an unforgettable weekend of blending the natural environment, simply delicious Welsh food and drink, rounded off with great music and dance.”

A range of affordable accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets is available, ranging from luxury onsite and local accommodation, to a range of on-site camping options, including campervans, allowing ground campfires and BBQs and welcoming well-behaved dogs on leads.