After leaving the Clifton Bridge near Bristol we drove to Brecon in Wales. Some ancestors, the Vicks, had given up farming and taken to running a pub in Brecon. It was not a successful venture as in less than five years Anne Vick had died and Silvanus Vick was bankrupted the following month. A few months later during the 1851 census their 5 daughters were spread among various branches of the family and Silvanus was living with his parents in law.
Map of south west UK showing Bristol and Brecon
Approaching Brecon
After settling into our B&B we headed out for tea followed by a short walk.
Streetscape showing what is likely to be a mounting block for horse riders
View from the bridge over which we crossed to reach the main section of town
The Wellington Hotel where we had tea
River and Castle Hotel
River
Street
Old building with carved gable
Church
The next day we went looking for the family pub and the church from which Ann Vick was buried and while doing so saw some of the following sights.
Brecon streetscape
Streetscape
Picturesque scenery
What looks like a carriage entrance
Man and his dog selling flowers outside their home
Castle Hotel with remains of 11th century castle