Hay on WyeThe 'Town of Books' is fascinating, browsing is the order of the day so take your time. There are cafes and boutiques to suit every taste and even a butter market with local produce, many antique dealers and a weekly market/ Richard Booths Book Shop and Café Simply enormous , formerly owned by literary âKing of Hayâ Richard Booth, the shop has been restored with aesthetic flair by the new owner, making it simply one of the most beautiful bookshops in the world. There is a top notch cafe and and a 48 seater cinema open day and night. The Globe Another great cinema and a theatre - off beat and well worth a visit. Shepherds Ice Cream Parlour, sells delicious ice cream, excellent coffee and dreamy cakes. Only a mile from Hay is the Felin Fach Griffin gastro pub, while further afield is The Stag Inn at Titley, two very popular pubs with our guests. Hay Town of Festivals Home to the Hay Literary Festival, Hay Walking Festival, the Dark Skies Festival, Hay Bike Festival, the town is buzzing all year. Funding has been secured to restore Hay Castle, a part Norman, Jacobean and Victorian castle in the centre of the town into a communal cultural space. Currently you can roam the castle grounds and browse the Honesty Bookshop. Canoeing, Fishing, Swimming and Picnics on the River Wye Start a day of adenture with a hearty breakfast and then hire a canoe from the "River Cafe" in Glasbury, meander down the river, then pick your spot for a picnic right on the river bank. River Cafe also have Vespa scooters for hire. Town Tours Hayâs fascinating history and quirky characters come to life with Hay Tours. Held throughout the year, volunteers give lively talks on four different routes, lasts one to two hours. Small Breeds Farm and Owl Centre Kington What a wonderful place with a great collection of miniature, rare and interesting animals. There are many breeds of owls and a great cafe. Outdoor Activities Nearby There are many activities in the local area, the Brecon Beacons National Park and the Wye Valley are beautiful for walking and cycling, mountain biking as well as horse riding. There are many posiblities for canoeing, gorge walking, caving and pot holing. Hay Bluff and Twmpa, the Black Mountains. Make a day of it and walk both, starting from Hay town centre . The climb is well worth the effort, with jaw dropping views across to Pen-y-Fan. Offa's Dyke Path The path runs along the ridge of the Black Mountains and passes through Hay, Offas Dyke continues on to Kington - this walk is better suited to serious walkers as there are some strenuous stretches. Wye Valley Walk Starting at Chepstow and crossing the Offa's Dyke Path at Hay, the walk ontinues on to Rhayader, a distance of 103 miles. Offering some of the most scenic trails in Mid Wales. Talgarth and Llangorse Lake - further afield Just over the border into England the magnificent Cathedral in Hereford is , home to the famous Mappa Mundi and unique Chain Library The Elan Valley is quiet and often unpopulated by tourists, marvellous for contemplation and beautiful in all weathers - the border market towns of Presteigne and Knighton. Explore and enjoy the Brecon Beacons National Park Just fit to burst with naturall beauty spots and many varied activities. Walking, mountain biking, horse riding, picnicing and simply breathing in all that clean fresh air. Discover caves, forests,mountains, the canal and the market towns bursting with fresh produce and interesting independant shops and cafes. World Famous Abergavenny Food Festival The world famous food festival is held every September and there is a fine choice of pubs and restaurants including the award winning Walnut Tree. Llangorse Multi Activity Centre Sailing on Llangorse Lake is available for all family, or hire a canoe. There is a Treetop Assult Course for juniors, indoor and outdoor climbing, as well as horse riding and trekking, fun for all the family and a cafe too. Days awayEnjoy a scenic 1.2 hour tour through the Brecon Beacons and beyond to historic border town of Chepstow at the gateway to Wales. Discover the romantic ruins of Chepstow Castle, Chepstow Museum, Chepstow Racecourse, the Port Wall and Town Gate, picturesque Old Wye Bridge, Wye Valley Walk, neoclassical Piercefield House 11th century St Mary's Priory Church as well as the handsome award winning Georgian and Victorian shopping centre filled with shops, cafes, bars and restaurantsExtended families or friends sharing can enjoy fulfilling year round holidays in this charming house in a lovely area steeped in history.
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