Things to do...

The Hay Festival is part of our annual calendar, and we love the array of readings, talks, debates; the activities for the kids and parties for grown ups. But there’s much more to see and do in and around Hay-on-Wye than the Festival, and our visitors are always busy.

While the town itself has many charms, perhaps its best feature is its location. With the Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons, the winding River Wye, lakes and forests, there is no shortage of ways to enjoy the stunning scenery.

Walking

We are situated near the Herefordshire Trail and only a few miles from the Brecon Beacons and Offas Dyke Trail.

Cycling

We offer secure lock up for cycles. There are several cycling routes in the area.

Canoeing

We are a metres from the River Wye and canoes can be hired from Hay or Glasbury.

Running

We are an ideal base for the many trail runs in the area.

Golf

We are near Kington Golf Course, the highest in England.

Festivals

The area boasts a huge range of festivals including the world famous Hay Literature Festival...

Hay on Wye

A book lovers paradise, famous for its much-loved Literary Festival. Hay is the doorway to the spectacular Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons.

Elan Valley

Breathtaking panoramic views and a legacy to Victorian engineering with reservoirs and dams.

Black & White Trail

40 mile circular drive or cycle taking in the most pretty villages with hundreds of timber framed buildings unrivalled in England.

Market Towns

We are less than an hours drive away from the ancient towns of Ludlow, Leominster, Monmouth and Ross on Wye – all offering many quirky independent shops, tea rooms, restaurants and pubs.

Cider Country

Neighbouring Herefordshire is famous for its cider farms – visit some of the local farms for a tour of the cider making process.

Talgarth Mill

In the nearby market town of Talgarth is a community-run, water powered flour mill and traditional bakery. The Brecon Beacons National Park's only working watermill.