Nearby Holiday Activities| Adventure Activities | | |
| Interactivities Adventure | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Whitney on Wye
A multi activity centre.
Telephone 01497847602 | 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.
Telephone 01600888101 | 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.
Telephone 01497847894 | More Info |
| Wye Pursuits | Wye Pursuits between Ross on Wye & Coleford
Outdoor adventure centre. Activities include watersports, caving, climbing, canoe hire and more.
Telephone 01600891199 | More Info |
| Adventure Sports | | |
| Hay Laser | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Glasbury
A safe sport that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and skill levels.
Telephone 01497820604 | More Info |
| Ancient, Historic & Heritage | | |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Tretower Court | Crichowell between Abergavenny and Bwlch
A remarkable, rare and glorious medieval country house built in 14th C. | 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.
Telephone 01568615721 | 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.
Telephone 01432357236 | More Info |
| Historic Hartpury Buildings | Hartpury between Ledbury and Gloucester
Am historic village with a group of interesting buildings.
Telephone 01531822144 | More Info |
| Raglan Castle | Raglan between Monmouth and Abergavenny
A creation of the later middle ages, closing the castle building episode in Wales
Telephone 01291690228 | More Info |
| Antiques | | |
| Bull Ring Antiques | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Dorstone
High quality antiques run by six dealers.
Telephone 01497820467 | 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.
Telephone 01497820175 | 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.
Telephone 01989562123 | More Info |
| Lion Fine Arts & Books | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Bredwardine
Small furniture, treen, pottery, porcelain, glass, pewter, brass, copper, prints, collectables & more.
Telephone 01497821726 | More Info |
| Agincourt House Antiques | Monmouth between Kingcoed and Kilford
Antiques and collectables.
Telephone 01600772644 | More Info |
| Beauty Spots | | |
| Symonds Yat | Symonds Yat between Monmouth and Old Forge
Internationally famous view point, a Site of Special Scientific Interest and Special Area of Conservation
Telephone 01594833057 | More Info |
| 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 |
| Cwm Byddog Nature Reserve | Cwm Byddog between Clyro and Painscastle
An exceptionally important woodland of ancient pollarded oak trees up to 450 years old.
Telephone 01597823298 | More Info |
| Books, New & Old | | |
| 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.
Telephone 01497821136 | More Info |
| Hancock & Monks | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Middlewood
Specialising in books on music, sheet music & scores.
Telephone 01497821784 | More Info |
| Cycling | | |
| Drover Cycles | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Clifford
A small friendly cycle shop with mountain, touring, recreation & racing bikes for hire 7 days a week.
Telephone 01497821134 | 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.
Telephone 01497821134 | More Info |
| 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 |
| Events | | |
| 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.
Telephone 01497820144 | 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
Telephone 01874624979 | More Info |
| Hay Horse Show | Nantglasdwr Farm, Cusop between Hay on Wye and Cusop Dingle
Telephone 01497847340 | More Info |
| Hay Food Festival | Hay on Wye between Whitney on Wye and Glasbury
Over 50 companies will sell theior produce in the Memorial car park Middle Town
Telephone 01874623366 | More Info |
| Medieval Reinactment Raglan Castle | Raglan between Abergavenny and Monmouth
The Plantaginet Society displays the splendour of the Medieval society with archery, fighting & dance.
Telephone 01452713659 | More Info |
| Family Attractions | | |
| 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.
Telephone 01432354207 | More Info |
| Mechanical Organ Museum | Drybrook between Cinderford and Ross on Wye
A unique collection of mechanical music spanning the last 150 years.
Telephone 01594542278 | 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.
Telephone 01600891063 | 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 |
| Fishing | | |
| The Wye & Usk Foundation | Llanstephan between Glasbury and Builth Wells
Up to date info and reservations for fishing on the beautiful rivers Wye and Usk.
Telephone 01982551520 | 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
Telephone 01497820144 | 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.
Telephone 01497820491 | More Info |
| Food & Drink | | |
| Old Stables Tearoom | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Whitney on Wye
Award winning freshly baked cakes, desserts & delicious preserves. Morning coffee & afternoon teas.
Telephone 01497821557 | More Info |
| Shepherds Ice-cream | Hay on Wye between Bredwardine and Cwmbach
Locally made ice-cream sorbets, sundaes, fresh coffee, tea, cakes & savoury snacks.
Telephone 01497821898 | 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.
Telephone 01981550273 | More Info |
| The Sun Inn | Winforton between Whitney on Wye and Willersley
Award winning pub serving food including Sunday lunches.
Telephone 01544327677 | 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
Telephone 01497821921 | 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.
Telephone 01497847779 | More Info |
| Sheperds Ice-cream & Coffee Bar | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Clifford
Award winning, delicious, original sheeps milk ice-cream with less than 7% fat & more goodies.
Telephone 01497821898 | 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
Telephone 01989730236 | More Info |
| The Skirrid Inn - The Oldest Pub in Wales | Llanfihangel Crucorney between Abergavenny and Pontrilas
Enjoy a drink and a meal in this historic pub which dates back to the Norman Conquest 1110
Telephone 01873890258 | More Info |
| The Bear | Crickhowell between Tretower and Abergavenny
Twice winners of 'Best Pub in Britain' The Bear serves interesting, freshly cooked food.
Telephone 01873810408 | More Info |
| Oscars Bistro | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Whitney on Wye
Quality homemade savoury dishes, cakes, coffee, tea and take aways.
Telephone 01497821193 | More Info |
| 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.
Telephone 01873810373 | 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.
Telephone 01497847373 | More Info |
| Monmouth Farmers Market | Monmouth between Brecon and Ross on Wye
A great opportunity to buy excellent local produce. 4th Sat, 10am-1pm, Old Monnow Bridge
Telephone 08456106496 | More Info |
| The Granary | Hay on Wye between Bredwardine and Cwmbach
Restaurant, Cafe and Bar with a reputation for quality and atmosphere. Open 7 days. Free Wi Fi
Telephone 01497820790 | 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.
Telephone 01497820589 | More Info |
| Cafe Hay @ The Craft Centre | Hay on Wye between Bredwardine and Cwmbach
Breakfasts, fresh cakes & coffee, light lunches & teas. Open 7 days a week.
Telephone 01497821810 | More Info |
| The Radnor Arms | Llowes between Clyro and Glasbury on A438
A picturesque country pub serving ales and food.
Telephone 01497847460 | 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.
Telephone 01497821855 | 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.
Telephone 01497820841 | More Info |
| Llangoed Hall | Llyswen Builth Wells and Glasbury
The perfect luxurious setting for a very special occasion. Excellent food and fine wines.
Telephone 01874754525 | More Info |
| Kilverts Inn /Restaurant | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Whitney on Wye
Oak beamed restaurant and bar & large garden with traditional comforts and modern facilities.
Telephone 01497821042 | 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.
Telephone 01497820884 | 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.
Telephone 01497821188 | 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.
Telephone 01497820841 | 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.
Telephone 01981510616 | 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.
Telephone 01874620111 | 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.
Telephone 01981500303 | 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.
Telephone 01497820590 | 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
Telephone 01981510324 | More Info |
| Royal Oak Inn | Gladestry between Gore and Newchurch
Home made food served in this traditional dog friendly country inn with log fires.
Telephone 01544370669 | More Info |
| Nant y Ffyn Cider Mill | Crickhowell between Abergavenny and Tretower
Award winning inn at the foot of the Black Mountains dating back to the 16th C.
Telephone 01873810775 | More Info |
| The River Cafe Glasbury | Glasbury between Hay on Wye and Three Cocks
An informal riverside restaurant and outside decking area buzzing with people enjoying fresh food.
Telephone 01497847007 | More Info |
| Gardens & Parks | | |
| Lower House Garden | Hay on Wye between Glasbuiry and Clifford
Luxuriant planting, interesting foliage, topiary, pools, vegetables and cut flower garden.
Telephone 01497820773 | More Info |
| The Weir National Trust | Swainshill between Hereford and Willersley
An informal 1920's riverside garden with fine views.
Telephone 01981590509 | More Info |
| Part y Seal Gardens | Grosmont between Pontrilis and Skenfrith
4 acre gardens with spring flowers, summer borders, autumn colours and ever changing scenery.
Telephone 01981240814 | 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.
Telephone 01989740626 | 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 |
| Abbots Garden | Abergavenny betwen Brecon and Monmouth
Designed to give a sample of plants that would have been grown by the Benadictine monks
Telephone 01873858787 | More Info |
| Golf | | |
| 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.
Telephone 01873810373 | More Info |
| Monmouth Golf Club | Dixton between Monmouth and Whitchurch
18 hole undulating course believed to be the prettiest in Wales with superb hill, forest & vale views
Telephone 01600712212 | 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.
Telephone 01544370286 | 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.
Telephone 01497820451 | More Info |
| Cradoc Golf Club | Cradoc between Brecon and Trallong
An 18 hole parkland course set in 120 acres of stunning Welsh countryside.
Telephone 01874623658 | More Info |
| 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.
Telephone 01432830219 | More Info |
| Rolls of Monmouth Golf Club | The Hendre between Monmouth and Abergavenny off B4233
Outstanding championship course at former home of Charles Stewart Rolls of Rolls Royce fame.
Telephone 01600715353 | More Info |
| Horse Riding | | |
| 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.
Telephone 01873890359 | More Info |
| Ellesmere Riding Centre | Llangorse Lake between Talgarth and Bwlch
Local hill riding surrounded by stunning scenery. Half & full day trekks. All abilities catered for.
Telephone 01874658252 | 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.
Telephone 01497847351 | More Info |
| Llanthony Riding and Trekking | Llanthony between Llanvihangel Crucorney and Hay on Wye
Small family run centre offering hacks for experienced riders and quiter rides. Superb views
Telephone 01873890359 | 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
Telephone 01873890157 | More Info |
| Interesting & Specialist Shops | | |
| PSM Outdoors | Hay on Wye between Bredwardine and Cwmbach
A huge range of outdoor clothing, camping accessories and canoe equipment.
Telephone 01497820022 | 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
Telephone 01497821205 | More Info |
| FW Golesworthy & Sons | Hay on Wye between Hereford and Brecon
Rods, tackles, dry bait, flies & spinners. Waders and clothing . Rod hire by prior arrangement
Telephone 01497820491 | More Info |
| FW Golesworthy & Sons | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Whitney on Wye
Established 1877 one of the oldest menswear shops in Britain still run by the founding family.
Telephone 01497820491 | More Info |
| Tourist Information Centres | | |
| Abergavenny Tourist Information Centre | Abergavenny between Llanarth and Gilwern
Information on events, attractions, activities, timetables, walks, cycle paths, fishing and more.
Telephone 01873853254 | 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.
Telephone 01497820144 | More Info |
| Crickhowell Resource & Information Centre/ Visitor Info | Crickhowell between Abergavenny and Tretower
Information on events, attractions, activities, timetables, walks,cycle paths, fishing and more.
Telephone 01873812105 | More Info |
| Villages Towns & Markets | | |
| 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 |
| Hay on Wye - Book Town | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Clyro
Small busy market town on the Welsh border known for its many book shops, 30 at the last count.
Telephone 01497820144 | More Info |
| Hay on Wye Thursday Market | Hay on Wye between Glasbury and Clyro
Antiques, dairy, fish, game, plants, cards, cakes, pastries, household goods, bread, fruit, veg & more
Telephone 01497820590 | More Info |
| Kempley | Kempley between Ross on Wye and Ledbury
The village is surrounded by unspoilt countryside. It has two interesting old churches. | 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.
Telephone 01989562768 | 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 |
| Ledbury | Ledbury between Ross on Wye and Great Malvern
A delightful market town well known for its charming black & white architecture. | More Info |
| Walking & Bird Watching | | |
| Daffodil Way | Dymock between Newent & Preston
A circular walk through wild daffodil country including woods, orchards, ponds, streams & meadows.
Telephone 01531822468 | 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.
Telephone 01497820604 | 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
Telephone 01497847213 | More Info |
| Celtic Quest Coasteering | Cardigan between Newport and Blaenannerch
A unique way to explore the Pembrokeshie coastline, adventure swimming, rock hopping and more
Telephone 01348873197 | More Info |
