Brecon Law Courts serves as a High Court (Family Division) venue in Brecon, handling complex family law matters including child arrangements cases. As a High Court centre, it deals with the most serious and intricate family proceedings that require High Court jurisdiction. The court offers Welsh language services, making it accessible to Welsh-speaking families in the area. Parties involved in High Court family cases may wish to instruct experienced solicitors who regularly appear at this level of court. For routine matters such as divorce applications or standard financial remedy cases, litigants would typically attend their local family court rather than a High Court venue.
Services handled at this court
Accessibility
Restricted access
How to get there
Brecon Law Courts is located at The Guildhall, Brecon, LD3 7AL.
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Frequently asked questions
- What family law matters does Brecon Law Courts deal with?
- Brecon Law Courts is a High Court (Family Division) handling Welsh Language and Children. Not all family cases are dealt with at every court — if you are unsure whether your case will be heard here, check your court documents or contact the court directly on 01874 622 311. Find out more about [what happens at a family court hearing](/legal-process/court-hearing/).
- Do I need a solicitor for a hearing at Brecon Law Courts?
- You are entitled to [represent yourself](/legal-process/represent-yourself/) at Brecon Law Courts, and many people do for straightforward matters. However, for contested children arrangements or domestic abuse proceedings, taking legal advice before your hearing is strongly recommended. [Find a family solicitor in Brecon](/legal-process/find-solicitor/) for a free initial consultation, or check whether you qualify for [legal aid](/legal-process/legal-aid/).
- What should I bring to my hearing at Brecon Law Courts?
- Bring photo ID, all court documents relating to your case, and copies for the judge and the other party. If you have filed any statements or evidence, bring your own copy too. Allow extra time when arriving at Brecon Law Courts as security screening is in place at the entrance.
- How do I get in touch with Brecon Law Courts?
- You can contact Brecon Law Courts by telephone on 01874 622 311 or by email using the address on this page. For questions about your hearing date or listing, ask specifically for the listings office. Do not attempt to contact the judge directly — all queries must go through the court office.
- Can I use Welsh at Brecon Law Courts?
- Yes. Brecon Law Courts offers Welsh language services and you can request that your hearing be conducted in Welsh. You should notify the court as early as possible — ideally when the hearing is first listed — so that Welsh-speaking judiciary and any necessary interpreters can be arranged.