Talgarth, United Kingdom
Wales · United Kingdom
Talgarth is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 1,701. Elevation: 423 ft (129 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Talgarth
Talgarth is a market town, community and electoral ward in southern Powys, Mid Wales, about 12 miles (19 km) north of Crickhowell, 19 miles (31 km) north-east of Brecon and 15 miles (24 km) south-east of Builth Wells. Notable buildings in the town include the 14th-century parish church and a defensive tower house. According to traditional accounts, Talgarth was the capital of the early medieval kingdom of Brycheiniog. It is in the historic county of Brecknockshire. In 2011, it had a population of 1,724.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,701 |
| Elevation | 423 ft (129 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.9959°, -3.2321° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Wales |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.9 inches (1,114 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.5 inches (19 cm) |
About Talgarth
Talgarth is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 1,701. The city sits at an elevation of 423 feet (129 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 423 ft (129 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.9959°N, 3.2321°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 5.4 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 5.7 in |
Talgarth has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 38°F in February to 59°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 49.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.7") and July the driest (2.6").
Schools in Talgarth
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gwernyfed High School | - | - | - | - |
| Archdeacon Griffiths Church in Wales Aided Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ty Bronllys | - | - | - | - |
| Llangors Church in Wales Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol y Mynydd Du | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol y Mynydd Du | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Talgarth
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celtica Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Dance Classics UK | 90s, dance | AAC 192 kbps |
Museums in Talgarth
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abergavenny Museum | ||||
| Big Pit: National Coal Museum | ||||
| Birthplace of Joseph Parry | ||||
| Blaenafon Community Museum | ||||
| Blaenavon Iron Works | ||||
| Brecon Museum | ||||
| Brynmawr and District Museum | ||||
| Cyfarthfa Castle Museum & Art Gallery | ||||
| Ebbw Vale Works Museum | ||||
| Kington Museum | ||||
| National Cycle Museum | ||||
| Radnorshire Museum | ||||
| Royal Welsh Regiment Museum | ||||
| Signal Box Museum | ||||
| Talgarth Mill | ||||
| The Block of Coal | ||||
| Tredegar Medical Aid Society Heritage Centre | ||||
| Tredegar Museum | ||||
| Twyn y gaer Hill Fort |
Libraries in Talgarth
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abergavenny Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blaenafon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blaina Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brecon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brynmawr Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Builth Wells Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ebbw Vale Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gilwern Community Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Hay-on-Wye Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Llandrindod Wells Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Merthyr Tydfil Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rhymney Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Talgarth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Kington Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Tredegar Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Talgarth
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abergavenny Market | |||||
| Brecon Market | |||||
| Hay Butter Market | |||||
| Hay Cheese Market | |||||
| Hay Market | |||||
| Hay Market | |||||
| Market Hall | |||||
| Talgarth Livestock Market |
Hotels in Talgarth
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Talgarth
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Talgarth
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Talgarth
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Talgarth
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Talgarth
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Talgarth
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Talgarth
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky 7 Beer Co | ||||
| Sobremesa |
Stadiums & Teams in Talgarth
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Talgarth
40 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol Airport | BRS | Large Airport |
| Cardiff International Airport | CWL | Large Airport |
| MOD St Athan | - | Medium Airport |
| Abergavenny Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Allensmore Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Batch End Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Breidden Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Broadmeadow Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Byecross Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clutton Hill Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ditton Priors Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Elan Valley Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Forest Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Green Acres Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Halesland Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Hardwicke Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kemeys Commander Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Little Down Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Llangarron Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Midland Glider Club | - | Small Airport |
| Mill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| New Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Norton Malreward Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Old Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Oldbury on Severn Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Phocle Green Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rhigos Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Shobdon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| South Wales Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Spence Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Talgarth Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Upfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Warren Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Welshpool Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Woolaston Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Woonton Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Talgarth
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Boughrood Mobile Post Office Service | |
| Bronllys Post Office | |
| Community Centre and Post Office | |
| Talgarth Post Office | |
| Talgarth Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Talgarth
16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bethania | |
| Bethlehem Presbyterian Chapel | |
| Bronllys Church | |
| Bronllys Hospital Chapel | |
| Glasbury Methodist Church | |
| Howell Harris Memorial Chapel | |
| Llanstephan Church | |
| Saint Cynog's Church | |
| Saint Michael | |
| Saint Peter | |
| St Bilo's Church | |
| St Ellyw's Church | |
| St Gwendoline's | |
| St Gwendolines Church | |
| St Paulinus Church | |
| Tabernacle Baptist Chapel |
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Waterfalls Near Talgarth
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Talgarth.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Pwll Y Wrach |
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Talgarth has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 43.9 inches, with 7.5 inches of snow.
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