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Hay on Wye An outstanding property, perfectly situated in peaceful surroundings overlooking the Wye Valley, the Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons. |
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| (below) The pretty streets of Hay on Wye are just a mile and a half away. | (below) The toll bridge over the river Wye a few miles from the cottage. |
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| (above) For excellence in cuisine do visit Rhydspence Inn at Whitney-on-Wye (01497 831262) | (above) Hay on Wye is of course renowned for its numerous bookshops. 'Hay-on-Wye Booksellers' 13/14 High Town, offers one of the most extensive collections. |
| (below) The Market Hall at Abergavenny in just over half an hours drive away. | (below) The market town of Brecon is 16 miles from Shepherds Cottage. |
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 | (left) The beautiful Wye Valley (below) A walkers paradise at Hay Bluff just above Hay on Wye.
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| (below) Canoe hire centre in Hay,the adventurous way to explore the River Wye. | (below) Canoeists on the River Wye. |
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| (below) The award winning climbing centre at Llangorse is ideal for all the family,just 12 miles away. | |
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| (below) One of the many Alfresco cafes & Bistro`s in the centre of Hay On Wye. |  (above) The view from Hay Bridge looking down the River Wye. (below) The open air book shop at Hay Castle.  |
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| (above) The canal at Llangattock and Crickhowell are a half hours drive from Shepherds Cottage. | |
This guide has been prepared to assist you in discovering the host of activities, events and attractions
to be enjoyed within a 20 mile radius (approx) of Shepherds Cottage
to be enjoyed within a 20 mile radius (approx) of Shepherds Cottage
INDEX
Adventure Activities
Ancient, Historic & Heritage
Antiques
Beauty Spots
Books, New & Old
Cultural - Museums Theatres etc
Cycling
Family Attractions
Fishing
Food & Drink
Gardens & Parks
Golf
Horse Riding
Interesting & Specialist Shops
Tourist Information Centres
Villages Towns & Markets
Walking & Bird Watching
Watersports
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| Adventure Activities | ||
| Interactivities Adventure | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Whitney on Wye A multi activity centre. | More Info |
| Black Mountain Activities | Hay on Wye between Gasbury and Whitney on Wye Outdoor pursuits including climbing, caving, white water rafting, archery, biking and much more. | More Info |
| Wye Pursuits | Wye Pursuits between Ross on Wye & Coleford Outdoor adventure centre. Activities include watersports, caving, climbing, canoe hire and more. | More Info |
| Adventure River | Kerne Bridge between Ross on Wye and Upper Lydbrook Canoe and kayak adventures and coaching, rafting trips and courses. Half and full day options. | More Info |
| Ancient, Historic & Heritage | ||
| Tretower Court | Crichowell between Abergavenny and Bwlch A remarkable, rare and glorious medieval country house built in 14th C. | More Info |
| Croft Castle National Trust | Croft Castle between Mortimer's Cross and Bircher A unique country mansion surrounded by expansive park with tranquil walks & impressive views. | More Info |
| Berrington Hall National Trust | Berrington Hall between Leominster and Ludlow Capability Brown's last landscaped park and house with stunning interior & spectacular staircase hall. | More Info |
| Historic Hartpury Buildings | Hartpury between Ledbury and Gloucester Am historic village with a group of interesting buildings. | More Info |
| Skenfrith Castle | Skenfrith Castle between Grosmont and Maypole One of three castles used to protect the main route through the border between England & S Wales. | More Info |
| White Castle | White Castle between Llanvetherine & Llantilio Crossenny An Anglo Norman castle begun soon after the Norman conquest then expanded in 12th & 13th C. | More Info |
| The Waterworks Museum | Hereford between Whitney on Wye and Ledbury A fascinating working museum telling the story of drinking water from cave men to the present day. | More Info |
| Blaenau Stone Circle | between Hay on Wye and Whitney on Wye This is a recently discovered stone circle. The car park is beside the stones 4 miles from Hay on Wye. | More Info |
| Antiques | ||
| Lion Fine Arts & Books | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Bredwardine Small furniture, treen, pottery, porcelain, glass, pewter, brass, copper, prints, collectables & more. | More Info |
| Hay Antique Market | Hay on Wye between Brecon and Willersley An eclectic mix of antiques and collectables over two storeys of a charming Georgian building. | More Info |
| Bull Ring Antiques | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Dorstone High quality antiques run by six dealers. | More Info |
| Robin Lloyd Antiques The Elizabethan House | Ross on Wye between Boxbush and Upper Grove Copper Oak and country furniture, long case clocks, farmhouse tables, paintings, brass, copper and more. | More Info |
| Agincourt House Antiques | Monmouth between Kingcoed and Kilford Antiques and collectables. | More Info |
| Beauty Spots | ||
| Mad March Hares at Begwyns | Begwyns between Hay on Wye and Painscastle Look out for hares while you view over Black Mountain, Brecon Beacons and Carmarthenshire Fans. | More Info |
| Symonds Yat | Symonds Yat between Monmouth and Old Forge Internationally famous view point, a Site of Special Scientific Interest and Special Area of Conservation | More Info |
| Cwm Byddog Nature Reserve | Cwm Byddog between Clyro and Painscastle An exceptionally important woodland of ancient pollarded oak trees up to 450 years old. | More Info |
| Books, New & Old | ||
| Hancock & Monks | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Middlewood Specialising in books on music, sheet music & scores. | More Info |
| Addyman Books | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Middlewood Large stock of second hand books. Specialists in 1st editions, literature, 18th & 19th C and antiquarian. | More Info |
| Cultural - Museums Theatres etc | ||
| Three Choirs Festivals | Hereford between Clyro and Lugwardine An historic annual festival held in one of 3 great Cathedrals Gloucester, Worcester or Hereford. | More Info |
| Cycling | ||
| Llanfilo Loop Cycling Route | Llanfilo between Tredomen and Llyswen An easy nine and a half mile green route just outside the National Park. | More Info |
| Drover Holidays Bicycle Hire & Walking Tours | Hay on Wye between Bredwardine and Cwmbach Self guided and escorted tours, family friendly cycling on traffic free routes and more. | More Info |
| Family Attractions | ||
| Medieval Reinactment Raglan Castle | Raglan between Abergavenny and Monmouth The Plantaginet Society displays the splendour of the Medieval society with archery, fighting & dance. | More Info |
| Hay on Wye Book Festival | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Whitney on Wye A vast coalition of people of all ages and nationalities gather to celebrate literature. | More Info |
| Ancient Yew tree, Gladestry | Gladestry between Walton and Pembridge A yew tree grows in St Mary's church yard at the edge of a steep drop to the land and a stream. | More Info |
| Mechanical Organ Museum | Drybrook between Cinderford and Ross on Wye A unique collection of mechanical music spanning the last 150 years. | More Info |
| Ancient Yew Trees, Llanbedr Ystradyw | Llanbedr Ystradyw near Abergavenny Of the four yew trees at St Peter's church yard three are recorded. | More Info |
| Hereford Cider Museum | Hereford between Hay on Wye and Ledbury The story of traditional cider and perry making from harvesting apples to fermentation into cider. | More Info |
| Kingfisher Cruises | Symonds Yat East between Ross on Wye and Monmouth Symonds Yat scenic river winds its way through the gorge and village before dividing into east & west. | More Info |
| Fishing | ||
| The Wye & Usk Foundation | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Whitney on Wye Up to date info and reservations for fishing on the beautiful rivers Wye and Usk. | More Info |
| Fishing at Hay on Wye | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Whitney on Wye The finest salmon river south of the border. Fishing tickets available at Golesworthy's shop | More Info |
| Fishing Permits for town side of River Wye | Hay on Wye between Bredwardine and Cwmbach Permits for the Wye from Hay Bridge upstream to Warren Cottage at Golesworthy 's by town clock. | More Info |
| Food & Drink | ||
| The Old Rectory Country Hotel Bar & Restaurant | Llangatock between Crickhowell and Legar Whether you are having a 3 course a la carte meal or a bar snack nothing is too much trouble. | More Info |
| The Bear | Crickhowell between Tretower and Abergavenny Twice winners of 'Best Pub in Britain' The Bear serves interesting, freshly cooked food. | More Info |
| The Lough Pool Inn at Selack | Sellack between Ross on Wye and Netherton Award winning 16th C Gastro pub near Ross on Wye | More Info |
| The Sun Inn | Winforton between Whitney on Wye and Willersley Award winning pub serving food including Sunday lunches. | More Info |
| Hay on Wye Food Festival | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Middlewood Held in the Memorial car park, Hay on Wye, free entry | More Info |
| Oscars Bistro | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Whitney on Wye Quality homemade savoury dishes, cakes, coffee, tea and take aways. | More Info |
| Old Stables Tearoom | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Whitney on Wye Award winning freshly baked cakes, desserts & delicious preserves. Morning coffee & afternoon teas. | More Info |
| The Radnor Arms | Llowes between Clyro and Glasbury on A438 A picturesque country pub serving ales and food. | More Info |
| Xtreme Organix | Hay on Wye between Bredwardine and Cwmbach Award winning take away and deli with meat from the organic farm in Llanigon | More Info |
| Three Tuns | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Whitney on Wye Fine wines, cask ales and home cooked food served at this characterful 16th C inn, coffee & cakes too. | More Info |
| The Swan Hotel Restaurant/Bistro | Hay on Wye between Gasbury and Whitney on Wye Mediterranean influenced dishes are created using at least 60% locally sourced ingredients. | More Info |
| Kilverts Pub/Restaurant | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Whitney on Wye Oak beamed restaurant and bar & large garden with traditional comforts and modern facilities. | More Info |
| The Baskerville Arms | Clyro 1.3 miles west of Hay on Wye on B4351 A small family run inn, eat & drink in the comfortable bar, the garden or the candle lit restaurant. | More Info |
| Royal Oak Inn | Gladestry between Gore and Newchurch Home made food served in this traditional dog friendly country inn with log fires. | More Info |
| The Felin Fach Griffin | Felin Fach between Brecon and Hay on Wye Recommended award winning inn with contemporary menus from fresh local produce & fine wines. | More Info |
| The Old Black Lion | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Whitney on Wye An award winning colourful 17th C old inn serving fine food and wine in a relaxed & friendly style. | More Info |
| Shepherds Ice-cream | Hay on Wye between Bredwardine and Cwmbach Locally made ice-cream sorbets, sundaes, fresh coffee, tea, cakes & savoury snacks. | More Info |
| The Harp Inn | Glasbury between Hay on Wye and Llyswen Delicious homemade food, monthly Sunday roasts and a range of real ales in a traditional 18th C inn. | More Info |
| The Granary | Hay on Wye between Bredwardine and Cwmbach Restaurant, Café and Bar with a reputation for quality and atmosphere. Open 7 days. Free Wi Fi | More Info |
| The Sandwich Cellar | Hay on Wye between Bredwardine and Cwmbach An extensive range of sandwiches, baps and batons with hot and cold fillings & more ideal for picnics. | More Info |
| The Pandy Inn | Dorstone between Hay on Wye and Hinton Award winning 12th C inn reputed to be the oldest in Herefordshire, traditional ales & fine food. | More Info |
| Café Hay @ The Craft Centre | Hay on Wye between Bredwardine and Cwmbach Breakfasts, fresh cakes & coffee, light lunches & teas. Open 7 days a week. | More Info |
| Black Mountain Lodge | Glasbury on Wye between Hay on Wye and Three Cocks An a la carte restaurant with great food, a warm welcome and a relaxed atmosphere. | More Info |
| Hay on Wye Thursday Market | Hay on Wye between Bredwardine and Cwm Bach Fresh produce including fruit & veg, cakes & pies, fresh fish & game, preserves & food ready to eat. | More Info |
| Hay Food Festival | Hay obn Wye between Whitney on Wye and Glasbury Over 50 companies will sell theior produce in the Memorial car park Middle Town | More Info |
| The Blue Boar | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Whitney on Wye Breakfasts, coffees, lunches, teas, evening meals, table licence, traditional ales, garden restaurant. | More Info |
| The Red Lion Hotel | Bredwardine between Hay on Wye and Moccas B4352 A riverside inn with oak beams, antiques & log fires serving meals created with fresh local produce. | More Info |
| Llangoed Hall | Llyswen Builth Wells and Glasbury The perfect luxurious setting for a very special occasion. Excellent food and fine wines. | More Info |
| The Bulls Head Craswall | Craswall between Hay on Wye and Clodock A remote pub half way up Hay Bluff serving ales and food. | More Info |
| White Haywood Farm Restaurant | Craswall between Hay on Wye and Pandy Farmhouse Restaurant in a traditional 400 year old barn at the foot of the Black Mountains | More Info |
| The River Café Glasbury | Glasbury between Hay on Wye and Three Cocks An informal riverside restaurant and outside decking area buzzing with people enjoying fresh food. | More Info |
| The Rhydspence Inn | Whitney on Wye between Hay on Wye and Willersley A recommended 14th C country inn with magnificent views of the Welsh Hills | More Info |
| Gardens & Parks | ||
| The Weir National Trust | Swainshill between Hereford and Willersley An informal 1920's riverside garden with fine views. | More Info |
| How Caple Court Gardens | How Caple between Hereford and Crowhill Edwardian gardens and a medieval church with views of the Wye Valley, forest and mountains. | More Info |
| Golf | ||
| Herefordshire Golf Club | Wormsley between Hay on Wye and Hereford 9 holes in 130 acres of magnificent countryside with club restaurant open 7 days for snacks & meals. | More Info |
| Summerhill Golf Club | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Whitney on Wye A 9 hole parkland course on the edge of Hay on Wye. | More Info |
| Rhosgoch Golf & Leisure Club | Rhosgoch between Painscastle and Newchurch on B4594 9 holes over 5000 yards, par 68 utilising natural slopes. Visitors, juniors & families welcome. | More Info |
| Cradoc Golf Club | Cradoc between Brecon and Trallong An 18 hole parkland course set in 120 acres of stunning Welsh countryside. | More Info |
| The Old Rectory Country Hotel Golf Club | Llangatock between Crickhowell and Legar A well maintained par 3, nine hole golf course bordered by a canal with views of Table Mountain. | More Info |
| Horse Riding | ||
| Ellesmere Riding Centre | Llangorse Lake between Talgarth and Bwlch Local hill riding surrounded by stunning scenery. Half & full day trekks. All abilities catered for. | More Info |
| Llantony Riding and Trekking | Llantony between Llanvihangel Crucorney and Hay on Wye Small family run centre offering hacks for experienced riders and quiter rides. Superb views | More Info |
| Llanthony Riding and Trekking | Llanthony between Llanvihangel and Hay on Wye A choice of riding experiences from trekking for novices to hacking for the confident rider. | More Info |
| Grange Trekking | Capel y Ffyn between Llantony and Hay on Wye Trekking and riding on the Black Mountains for beginners or experienced riders | More Info |
| Tregoyd Riding Centre | Tregoyd between Three Cocks and Hay on Wye Award winning centre offering horse riding and pony trekking in the Brecon Beacons Nat Park. | More Info |
| Interesting & Specialist Shops | ||
| FW Golesworthy & Sons | Hay on Wye between Hereford and Brecon Rods, tackles, dry bait, flies & spinners. Waders and clothing . Rod hire by prior arrangement | More Info |
| The Great English Outdoors | Hay on Wye between Brecon and Hereford Fine leather work & products from ethical traders using natural ingredients & sustaiable materials | More Info |
| PSM Outdoors | Hay on Wye between Bredwardine and Cwmbach A huge range of outdoor clothing, camping accessories and canoe equipment. | More Info |
| Tourist Information Centres | ||
| Crickhowell Tourist Information Centre | Crickhowell between Abergavenny and Tretower Information on events, attractions, activities, timetables, walks,cycle paths, fishing and more. | More Info |
| Abergavenny Tourist Information Centre | Abergavenny between Llanarth and Gilwern Information on events, attractions, activities, timetables, walks, cycle paths, fishing and more. | More Info |
| Hay on Wye Tourist Information Centre | Hay on Wye between Gasbury and Whitney on Wye Information on events, attractions, activities, timetables, walks, cycle paths, fishing and more. | More Info |
| Villages Towns & Markets | ||
| Kempley | Kempley between Ross on Wye and Ledbury The village is surrounded by unspoilt countryside. It has two interesting old churches. | More Info |
| Ledbury | Ledbury between Ross on Wye and Great Malvern A delightful market town well known for its charming black & white architecture. | More Info |
| Ross on Wye | Ross on Wye between Gloucester and Upper Grove Common Twice weekly markets are still held in the 16th C market house of this historic town. | More Info |
| Ruardean | Ruardean between Ross on Wye and Upper Lydbrook A lovely old village with an interesting church and birth place to James and William Horlick. | More Info |
| Staunton | Staunton between Monmouth and Cinderford An interesting village with a Norman church and unusual mystical stones. | More Info |
| Hay on Wye | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Whitney on Wye The world's first Book Town but the town has many other attractions for the visitor. | More Info |
| Walking & Bird Watching | ||
| Daffodil Way | Dymock between Newent & Preston A circular walk through wild daffodil country including woods, orchards, ponds, streams & meadows. | More Info |
| Watersports | ||
| Paddles & Pedals | Hay on Wye between Whitney on Wye and Glasbury Hire a Canadian canoe or a kayak and discover the beautiful Wye river with unrestricted navigation. | More Info |
| Celtic Quest Coasteering | Cardigan between Newport and Blaenannerch A unique way to explore the Pembrokeshie coastline, adventure swimming, rock hopping and more | More Info |
| Wye Valley Canoe Centre | Glasbury on Wye between Hay on Wye and Three Cocks Paddle 5 or 100 miles along the beautiful river Wye overlooked by the Black Mountains & Hay Bluff | More Info |