"Bed in Crickhowell (50908)" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Crickhowell. Sitting within the breathtaking countryside of the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons) is this spacious rural retreat for large families and groups of friends. The charming little town of Crickhowell, which is a proud member of...
"Kavieng" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Crickhowell. Gilwern is a charming base for holidaymakers, offering pubs, shops and even a fish and chip shop to indulge in. Found within the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons National Park), here you are immersed in plenty of walking,...
"Bed in Tretower (BN125)" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Crickhowell. This stunning stone barn sits in an elevated position overlooking the Usk Valley. Sleeping four guests, the property makes an excellent couples retreat or base for a small family. You ll have endless walks from your front door, through the...
"Bed in Crickhowell Town (BN110)" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Crickhowell. Escape to the Brecon Beacons National Park as a couple or small family and stay at this welcoming home from home. Explore local pubs, coffee shops, and restaurants in Crickhowell while discovering the beauty of the Welsh hills, valleys, and...
"Bed in Crickhowell (42849)" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Crickhowell. Immersed among the Black Mountains, this pretty home is ideal for a family or a group of four friends keen to adventure the Brecon Beacons National Park. Enjoy days exploring the hills and valleys before retreating to this characterful, open...
"Llewenau-Draw Farm - The Barn" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Crickhowell. Escape from it all in an idyllic stone barn, reached by a 2-mile accessible drive along a farm track with one gate to keep wandering sheep out. Sleeping four guests, this tranquil retreat is perfect for a family or couples seeking peace and...
"Bed in Crickhowell (48082)" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Crickhowell. Make yourself at home at this magnificent off grid cottage perched on the slopes of the Black Mountains. Sleeping four people, this cottage provides the ideal escape for small families or groups of friends in search for a tranquil retreat high...
"Neuadd B&B Suites" 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.
"Dragon Inn" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 1 guests in Crickhowell.
"The Bluebell Country Inn, Crickhowell" is a 1 bed holiday BandB sleeping up to 1 guests in Crickhowell.
"Y Llofft - Cosy Country Retreat in the Brecon Beacons" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Crickhowell.
"Bear Crickhowell" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 2 guests in Crickhowell.
"The Manor Hotel" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 2 guests in Crickhowell.
"1 Bed converted Railway Wagon near Crickhowell" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Crickhowell.
"1 bed in Crickhowell 42953" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Crickhowell.
"Dragon Inn" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 2 guests in Crickhowell.
"The Bluebell Country Inn, Crickhowell" is a 1 bed holiday BandB sleeping up to 2 guests in Crickhowell.
"Kavieng" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Crickhowell.
"Pant Llwyd Farm" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Crickhowell.
"Bear Crickhowell" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 4 guests in Crickhowell.
"The Bluebell Country Inn, Crickhowell" is a 1 bed holiday BandB sleeping up to 4 guests in Crickhowell.
"2 bed in Llangynidr BN023" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Crickhowell.
"Dragon Inn" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 4 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.