"Barn in Mid Wales" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Crickhowell. A beautiful artistic off grid hideaway in the heart of the hills. Perched high on the slopes of the Black Mountains in the midst of the Brecon Beacons National Park, enjoy breath taking views and dramatic night skies from the terrace, or stride...
"Cottage in Mid Wales" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Crickhowell. This romantic holiday cottage is set high up in the hills offering magnificent views. Inside it is warm and cosy, with a contemporary feel and a simple layout, making it very easy to feel at home and enjoy spreading out the maps and guidebooks...
"Cottage in Mid Wales" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Crickhowell. Located in Llangynidr, this property is just a short stroll from two popular pubs, both of which offer children s play areas to keep the whole family entertained. The village, through which the River Usk runs with its ancient stone bridge, is...
"Cottage in Mid Wales" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Crickhowell. Situated in the picturesque village of Llangynidr, this delightful cottage is ideally suited for exploring the surrounding Brecon Beacons National Park. Wander into the centre of Llangynidr (500 metres) to soak up traditional village life,...
"Cottage in Mid Wales" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Crickhowell. This picturesque area is famed for its relaxed pace and wonderful walks in all directions. The Crickhowell Walking Festival is a highlight of the local calendar every March. This is an excellent area for cycling, mountain biking, horse riding,...
"Cottage in Mid Wales" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Crickhowell. This former toll house, brimming with character, sits on the banks of the river Usk and within 1 mile of Crickhowell s bustling high street. This vibrant village offers restaurants, pubs and a good mix of shops, including a bakers and butchers...
"Cottage in Mid Wales" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Crickhowell. Situated in a beautiful location, set on a working farm surrounded by rolling countryside. Ideal as a base for walking, with the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains on your doorstep. The lovely little town of Crickhowell, with two butchers, a...
"Cottage in Mid Wales" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Crickhowell. Look out over the Usk Valley and towards the Sugar Loaf Mountain from this pretty stone cottage on a sheep farm in the Brecon Beacons. Up to three guests are welcome to stay at the exquisite one bedroom property, which featured in Great Escapes...
"Cottage in Mid Wales" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Crickhowell. This picturesque area is famed for its relaxed pace and wonderful walks in all directions. The Crickhowell Walking Festival is a highlight of the local calendar every March. This is an excellent area for cycling, mountain biking, horse riding,...
"Dardy House" is a 9 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 16 guests in Crickhowell. This retreat is set high in the hillside offering breathtaking views across the cool festival town of Crickhowell, offering both spacious and beautifully finished accommodation that’s perfect for any occasion. The hillside hamlet of Dardy forms...
"Neuadd B&B Suites" is a 1 bed holiday BandB sleeping up to 2 guests in Crickhowell.
"Cae y Rhedyn Annexe" is a 1 bed holiday BandB sleeping up to 2 guests in Crickhowell.
"Old Rectory Country Hotel" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 2 guests in Crickhowell.
"Scenic Couples Getaway in the Brecon Beacons" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Crickhowell.
"Onney House" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Crickhowell.
"Couples Getaway, with Mountain Views/Dog Friendly" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Crickhowell.
"Cosy Country Retreat in the Brecon Beacons" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Crickhowell.
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Crickhowell Castle sits above the town and is one of the best tourist attractions in the area. The remains are Grade-I listed and date back to the 13th century, providing an expanse of ruins that visitors are free to explore all year round.
The most notable landmark in the town is Crickhowell’s 18th-century stone bridge, which spans the River Usk. At 420 feet it’s the longest bridge in Wales and attracts quite a number of visitors who come to photograph the structure or watch the water flowing beneath it and onwards to the Llangattock Escarpment.
South of Crickhowell is a valley named Clydach Gorge that was allegedly the area that inspired William Shakespeare to write A Midsummer Night’s Dream. The Lower Clydach Falls are a highlight, but there are also several caves and plenty of footpaths and walking trails to explore.
Crickenhowell’s position near both the Brecon Beacons and the Black Mountains means that it's a haven for walking fans. There is a wide range of different routes that you can follow from or through the town, and it’s also a great place to cycle with several trails suitable for bikes also cutting through the nearby area.
The range of shops and eateries in Crickhowell means that it’s very easy just to spend an afternoon dipping in and out of all the stores around the town, with plenty of independent businesses which helped to secure the area the title of the ‘UK’s Best Highstreet’ in 2018. Many of the pubs and restaurants in the area come highly recommended, and there’s also an award-winning smokehouse if you’re looking to stock up on supplies before you return home.
If you’re after day trip inspiration, Tretower Court & Castle can be found near to the town and is a brilliant historic attraction for all ages. The four-storey castle dates back to the 1100s and has a charming medieval garden, and there are usually events held over the summer months that cater to families.
When visiting towns and villages in the Brecon Beacons National Park like Crickhowell, you’ll have the best time when the weather is warm and dry. The summer months of June, July and August have the best weather in Wales because the temperatures are high and there is only a small chance of rain, but they will also be the busiest times of year, so visiting at the start of June and even the beginning of September offers the best chance of warm conditions and fewer crowds.
