Change of Brecon Beacons National Park to Welsh Name Bannau Brycheiniog Welcomed

The Brecon Beacons National Park is changing its name so that it is officially known by its Welsh name Bannau Brycheiniog. Parc Cenedlaethol Bannau Brycheiniog is the Welsh name for the park. Bannau means 'peaks' and Brycheiniog refers to the old kingdom of Wales' fifth century ruler, Brychan. This reflects the park's commitment to Welsh culture, language and heritage. This follows last years decision to use the Welsh names Yr Wyddfa and Eryri rather than the English equivalent for Snowdon and Snowdonia.

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