A project to restore Maendu Well in Brecon has been completed, with improvements made to both the environment and the surrounding green space.

The work focused on restoring the pond and its habitat through de-silting, removing overgrown vegetation and increasing the pond’s depth to improve water quality and its ecological function.

Enhancements to the pond’s margins, alongside ongoing woodland management, are expected to encourage the natural regeneration of native wildflowers. The aim is to boost floral diversity and strengthen habitats for pollinators and other wildlife.

Natural and mechanical restoration methods were used instead of chemical treatments. Brecon Town Council said this approach would help support healthier ecosystems, reduce reliance on pesticides and promote long-term biodiversity resilience.

As part of the scheme, a weather-damaged plinth has been restored and converted into a bilingual Welsh and English information board. It includes wildlife illustrations and QR codes linking to further details, offering visitors the chance to learn more about the species found at Maendu Well.

Brecon Town Council led and part-funded the project, with additional funding from the Welsh Government and support from the Powys Nature Partnership.

The council thanked all partners and supporters involved in delivering what it described as an important environmental improvement for the town.