Hay Festival brings together writers from around the world to debate and share stories at its festival in the staggering beauty of the Welsh Borders. Hay celebrates great writing from poets and scientists, lyricists and comedians, novelists and environmentalists, and the power of great ideas to transform our way of thinking.The festival inspires the exchange of views and the meeting of minds.It is a place where folk can mingle with the most exciting writers, filmmakers, comedians, politicians and musicians. For 11 days in May and June Hay is full of stories, ideas, laughter and music.Browse through a selection of Brecon Beacons holiday cottages and join in the fun.