LINKS
You may find the following websites useful or interesting when planning a trip to Wales.
Bike shops
- Climb on Bikes
One of the best bike shops in the Midlands, packed with everything a cyclist could want and staffed by a really helpful, professional team.
- Thorn Cycles
This touring bike and tandem specialist is based in the Somerset town of Bridgwater. The company has incredible expertise when it comes to building bikes, supplied the bicycles for our own trans-African expedition and built the tandem for our hire fleet.
Travel & Transport
- The Car Hire Centre
A great comparison site allowing you to search for the best-value car hire.
- Heart of Wales Line
Discover the magic of Mid Wales via the Heart of Wales railway line. This great little train is combined with cycling in our self-guided Heart of Wales itinerary, taking you through 'a land of lush rolling hills and crystal clear mountain streams'.
- National Rail Enquiries
Use this website to plan your journey by train.
- Ride and Hike
A Brecon-based taxi company with a difference! Ride and Hike provides a pick-up and drop-off service for cyclists and walkers. Perfect if you fancy walking or riding a linear route. Groups of half a dozen can be accommodated thanks to a six-seater vehicle and a six-bike trailer.
Accommodation
- Agincourt House B&B
In the village of LLanddewi Rhydderch, near Abergavenny can be found Agincourt House, alongside the Lon Las Cymru (Route 42). Be assured of a very warm welcome and an opportunity to relax en-route, or use as a base to explore the Black Mountains.
- The Baskerville Arms Hotel
Nestled in the village of Clyro, just over a mile from Hay on Wye, the hotel offers 9 en-suite rooms, many furnished in a lovely contemporary style and all with WiFi internet access. There is also a cosy bar, and deliciously extensive menu in the candlelit restaurant.
- BootsBikesBunkhouses.co.uk
- Exciting opportunities for walking, cycling and mountain biking in the Brecon Beacons, Wales, whilst staying in one of a selection of unique Bunkhouses.
- Canal Barn Bunk House
Group accommodation specially designed for walkers, cyclists and mountain bikers. Canal Barn has a superb setting on the canal towpath (that incorporates many walking, cycling and mountain biking routes) a short walk from Brecon town centre.
- Castle Street Restaurant and B&B
A grade II listed townhouse in the centre of Brecon, with a warm welcome for cyclists and walkers. Three bedrooms are available, and can be combined to make one large family suite. The attached restaurant uses locally sourced produce and fairtrade ingredients to create delicious meals for lunch and dinner.
- Clyro Hill Holiday Cabins
Luxuriously appointed self-catering log cabins located on an organic farm, with panoramic views over the Brecon Beacons National Park, the Black Mountains and Wye Valley. Excellent mountain biking right on the doorstep!
- Cwm Deildre Holiday Cottage
Cwm Deildre is a well appointed self-catering holiday cottage (sleeps 4-6), nestled in a private sheltered valley near Llanidloes in Mid Wales. The name means leafy bower at the end of the valley - an idyllic getaway.
- Dukes Farm Cottages
Dukes Farm offers snug and characterful self-catering accommodation in three lovely, well-appointed converted barns sleeping 2, 5 and 8 people respectively. Situated in the Black Mountains, just across the border in Herefordshire, Dukes Farm offers wonderful views and great walking and cycling from the doorstep.
- Felin Newydd House
A beautiful and luxurious country house close to Hay-on-Wye. This wonderful welsh mansion with its 50 acres of gardens and parkland offers crisp white linen, deep down duvets, wonderfully comfortable beds, fresh flowers from the garden, log fires, piping hot water and even a morning maid service. Accommodates up to 18 people in luxury and style.
- Graig Wen B&B and Camping
Bed and Breakfast accommodation, camp site and holiday cottages on Lôn Las Cymru route.
- Haven Camping Holidays
Haven have a selection of caravan and campsites in Wales that offer a wide range of facilities including swimming pools, bars and restaurants that will give you an opportunity to relax at the end of a hard day walking or cycling.
- Holt Farm Holidays
Holt Farm has four beautifully restored holiday properties available to rent all year round. Located in the rolling hills of south west Herefordshire, this accommodation has been graded as four star standard by Visit Britain. A perfect spot for a long weekend, mid-week break or family holiday, with ideal walking and cycling country on the doorstep, too!
- Llanerchindda Farm
Llanerchindda Farm is set in fifty acres of beautiful countryside, close to the town of Llandovery. With spectacular views of the Bran Valley and the Brecon Beacons, and easy access to the Crychan Forest, Cambrian Mountains and Black Mountain, it's an ideal base for outdoor exploration. The family-run B&B and self-catering complex can cater for up to 35 people.
- Middle Ninfa Farm
Middle Ninfa Farm, situated within the Brecon Beacons National Park on the edge of the newly designated Blaenavon World Heritage Site, offers bunkhouse accommodation, camping and hands-on training in creative working with willow.
- Old Radnor Barn
Friendly, four star B&B in the village of Talgarth. Located in the Brecon Beacons National Park, the 300 year-old, grade 2 listed buildings have been lovingly restored by proprietors Stephen and Lynn. A great base from which to explore the Black Mountains.
- Paris Guesthouse
Friendly guesthouse conveniently located for the centre of Brecon and the Taff Trail. The proprietor also runs Dragonfly Cruises offering visitors canal boat trips along the picturesque Brecon and Monmouthshire canal. A relaxing way to take in the scenery of the Brecon Beacons if you aren't feeling up to walking or cycling!
- Pendragon House B&B
A warm Welsh welcome awaits at Pendragon House B&B, located in the heart of the historic village of Caerleon. A very special and distinctive Georgian Grade II listed house, the B&B is close to all the local Caerleon amenities including the Roman sites, museum, golf courses, restaurants, public houses, shops and banks.
- The Phoenix Retreat
Situated in the Swansea Valley on the southern borders of the Brecon Beacons National Park, The Phoenix Retreat is the place to head for if you are in need of relaxation and rejuvenation. Natural decor, vegetarian cuisine and a unique programme of holistic therapies all contribute to making this a very special place to stay. And this is great walking country too, with the Beacons Way on the doorstep.
- Plasnewydd B&B
Enjoy a taste of Wales at Plasnewydd B&B in the small, friendly town of Llanwrtyd Wells. The only Welsh-run B&B in the town offers lovely 4 star en-suite accommodation, a pretty garden and delicious breakfasts which will certainly to set you up for a day in the hills.
- The Bothy
The Bothy is a beautiful, cosy self-catering cottage for two. Set high in the hills above Llanigon, 3 miles from Hay-on-Wye, The Bothy offers peace and quiet combined with great access to the hill, for mountain biking and walking in the Black Mountains.
- Ty Bach Cottages
Self-catering holiday accomodation in Mid Wales and Herefordshire, Bach and Mawr Cottages 10miles from Builth, the Little Hollies 14 miles from Hereford and 8 miles from the beautiful town of Hay-on-Wye. Enjoy a warm welcome in the beautiful Mid Wales countryside, and the picturesque Herefordshire countryside at Tybach Holidays.
- Ty Gwyn B&B
Ty Gwyn is a wonderful B&B situated in Crickhowell. The beautiful Grade II listed building is full of quaint features and surrounded by lovely gardens, and is the home of Sue and Peter, your friendly and knowledgeable hosts.
- Wales Holidays
Wales Holidays is one of the largest independent cottage holiday agencies in the UK. You can search dozens of properties to let throughout Mid Wales via the excellent on-line booking system.
- Wern Watkin Bunkhouse
Wern Watkin is a 5 star bunkhouse, with accommodation for 30 people in a converted stone built barn located in the Brecon Beacons National Park. It is high up on Mynnedd Llangattock near the escarpment and offers direct walking access to the mountainside, ancient woodland, caves, cliffs and industrial heritage. Our guests include families, scouts, ramblers, canoeists, cyclists, cavers, training groups, educational groups, families, and social groups
- White Hart Inn
The White Hart Inn is an ancient coaching Inn situated in the middle of the picturesque village of Talybont-on-Usk, which lies between the Brecon Beacons and the Black Mountains, straddling the Brecon and Monmouth Canal. There is a 4 star bunkhouse above the Inn, perfectly located for the Taff Trail.
- Wye Knot Stop B&B & Cafe
Wye Knot Stop, situated in the village of Llyswen, offers spacious accommodation and a licenced tea room homemade cakes, great Italian coffee, homecooked food, desserts and local ice cream are served throughout the day. During the winter you can sit on the sofa next to the cosy fire or in the Summer on the sun terrace watching the Red Kites and taking in the views of the Black Mountains.
Tourism
- Visit Wales
The official tourism website for Wales. Visit Wales also has dedicated sites for cycling and walking
- Wales1000things
Wales' answer to YouTube - a website packed with user generated content all about activities in Wales. Backed by Visit Wales, the site has lots of interesting info, and you can upload your own snaps to the growing online photo gallery.
- Wye Valley Canoe Centre
Situated on the banks of the River Wye in Glasbury, 4 miles from Hay, the centre hires out Canadian canoes and kayaks. Paddle downstream to Hay-on-Wye in 2 hours, or to Whitney (a 10 mile, 4 hour trip). The hire fee includes collection and transport back to Glasbury.
The Local Area
- Visit Abergavenny
Stacks of information about where to stay and what to do in the market town of Abergavenny - home to the Abergavenny Food Festival and a natural gateway to the Brecon Beacons National Park.
- Brecon Beacons National Park
The Brecon Beacons are on our doorstep, and you will find all the information you need about visiting the park on the official website
Brecon Beacons Tourism
The Brecon Beacons Tourism website provides information on what to see and do in the Brecon Beacons National Park. Search for accommodation, activities, events and find out more about the local area. A great resource when planning your trip.- Bredwardine and Brobury
Charming Bredwardine and Brobury are located on the River Wye, about 8 miles from Hay on Wye. The community website is an excellent source of both historical and practical information about these neighbouring hamlets.
- Crickhowell
Find local information and accommodation listings for the town of Crickhowell, situated in the Usk Valley.
- Hay on Wye
We are based in the small town of Hay on Wye, check out the official website for accommdoation listings and other information about the town.
- Wye Local
The online sibling of the successful local magazine, Wye Local is a resource for locals and visitors alike. Check out the What's On and Where to Eat sections, or post a question on the forum if you want a local recommendation or the low-down on what's happening in Hay and the surrounding area!
Local Festivals
- The Hay Festival
Hay on Wye is transformed by the annual festival of literature, which was started in 1988 by a small group of local people. It now has a global reputation as one of the best book-based festivals around. Accommodation is hard to come by during the festival, but the temporary Tangerine Fields festival campsite is a great option.
- The Ludlow Marches Food & Drink Festival
This festival has been going since 1995 and gets bigger and better every year. A really good opportunity to taste some of the best regional produce in the September sunshine.
Route information
More details about long-distance walking and cycling itineraries in Wales
- The Beacons Way
Walk the Beacons Way - everything you want to know about this 100-mile, high-level walk
- BestWalks.com
A comprehensive online resource for UK walkers, including details of walkers' books and maps, accommodation, walking holidays and UK walking-related information.
- Lon Las Cymru
Challenge the dragon - web pages covering the Lon Las Cymru National Cycle Route from Holyhead to Chepstow and Cardiff.
- Offa's Dyke Path
Our website dedicated to walking along Offa's Dyke, the ancient border between Wales and England and today a 171 mile National Trail.
- The Taff Trail
Find out about this 54-mile cycling and walking route between Brecon and Cardiff, on our Taff Trail website.
- The Wye Valley Walk
Our website dedicated to the Wye Valley Walk, a long-distance footpath from Chepstow to Plynlimon in Mid Wales.
- Road Bike Journey
A website designed to help cyclists find great roads and routes throughout the world using a combination of GPS, interactive maps, and other technologies. You can share your favourite routes too.
