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Bronllys Castle
A surviving medieval tower with views across the border country. There are stairs to climb inside the tower. Entry is free; parking or transport may still cost extra. Check the operator’s current opening and access advice before setting…
Plan your visit →Pasture Cardiff
Pasture Cardiff is a restaurant at 8–10 High Street in Cardiff’s Castle Quarter. It offers lunch and evening dining, with its current menus and private dining options published by the operator. Opening and service times differ through the…
Plan your visit →The Wellington Hotel Brecon
A pub hotel on Bulwark in central Brecon, overlooking the town square. It offers accommodation alongside traditional pub meals, a bar and a beer garden. Check room availability and current food service before planning your stay.
Plan your visit →National Roman Legion Museum
The National Roman Legion Museum in Caerleon examines life at the Roman fortress of Isca. Artefacts show how soldiers and civilians lived, worked and worshipped, while a Roman garden adds an outdoor element to the visit. General admission…
Plan your visit →The Potted Pig
A restaurant in a former bank vault on Cardiff’s High Street.
Plan your visit →The Wyndham Arms
The Wyndham Arms is a hotel in Bridgend, Wales. Its visitor address is Dunraven Place, Bridgend, CF31 1JE. Check current opening times and booking arrangements before travelling.
Plan your visit →Caerphilly Castle
A medieval fortress surrounded by lakes in Caerphilly. Check current access during conservation work.
Plan your visit →Yr Hen Printworks
Yr Hen Printworks serves seasonal small plates in a former chapel and newspaper printworks in Cardigan. Its menu draws on producers across Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire, with vegetarian and vegan choices available. The restaurant is on Carrier’s Lane and…
Plan your visit →The Parkgate Hotel
A hotel with dining and spa facilities in central Cardiff.
Plan your visit →Bute Park
Public parkland beside Cardiff Castle and the River Taff.
Plan your visit →PizzaExpress Carmarthen
PizzaExpress Carmarthen is a restaurant in Carmarthen, Wales. Its visitor address is Unit 15 St. Catherine's Walk, Carmarthen, SA31 1GA. The operator describes pizza food.
Plan your visit →voco St David's Cardiff
voco St David’s Cardiff is a waterfront hotel on Cardiff Bay with rooms, a spa and the Tir a Môr restaurant. Its Havannah Street setting places it by the bay rather than in the central shopping district. Guests…
Plan your visit →Cardiff Castle
Historic castle grounds and interiors in central Cardiff. Check ticket inclusions.
Plan your visit →The Warren
The Warren is a restaurant on Mansel Street in Carmarthen, with seasonal plates and a wine selection from small producers. Its current operation includes a limited weekly dining schedule alongside community activity in the building. Check which evenings…
Plan your visit →Boars Head Hotel
Boars Head Hotel is a hotel in Carmarthen, Wales. Its visitor address is 120 Lammas Street, Carmarthen, SA31 3AE. Check current opening times and booking arrangements before travelling.
Plan your visit →National Museum Cardiff
Free general museum admission; some exhibitions and activities are charged. Advance free tickets are recommended. The museum car park is closed 2–4 October 2026. Map pin marks the site; follow the operator’s visitor-entrance directions.
Plan your visit →Coach and Horses Chepstow
A former coaching inn on Welsh Street in Chepstow serving freshly cooked food using local produce. A bar is also on site. Check the current menu and service hours before arranging a meal.
Plan your visit →The Beaufort Hotel Chepstow
A hotel on Beaufort Square in central Chepstow, in a former sixteenth-century coaching inn. Accommodation is offered alongside lunches, a bar and private events. Check the facilities of your chosen room and current dining service before reserving.
Plan your visit →St Fagans National Museum of History
Free museum entry; parking and some activities cost extra. Castle access is limited during re-roofing, and Llwyn-yr-eos Farm is currently closed. Map pin marks the site; follow the operator’s visitor-entrance directions.
Plan your visit →Pontio Lounge Chepstow
A cafe-bar on High Street in Chepstow, serving food and drinks through the day. Dedicated vegan and gluten-free choices are offered, with games and toys for younger visitors. Discuss individual allergens with the team before ordering.
Plan your visit →Two Rivers Lodge Chepstow
A pub and 23-room lodge on Newport Road in Chepstow, offering accommodation with Wi-Fi and parking. The pub serves meals and has a children's menu. Confirm room availability and any dining reservations for your chosen stay.
Plan your visit →Techniquest
Hands-on science exhibits in Cardiff Bay.
Plan your visit →The Boat Inn Chepstow
A riverside pub overlooking the Wye in Chepstow, with a restaurant reached by stairs. Some tables have restricted access, so discuss requirements when booking. Dogs are welcome downstairs if the team is told in advance.
Plan your visit →The Bear Hotel Crickhowell
An inn with rooms and dining in Crickhowell.
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Local photographs are used where available. Cards labelled country inspiration show a named scene from the wider country, rather than that town. Category photographs illustrate the activity, not a particular business.
Moot Hall, Keswick — Kenneth Allen · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Image licence · Optimised version; original source linked.
Bowness-on-Windermere town centre — Karl1587 · public domain · Optimised version; original source linked.
Bowness-on-Windermere town centre — Karl1587 · public domain · Optimised version; original source linked.
Bowness-on-Windermere town centre — Karl1587 · public domain · Optimised version; original source linked.
Waterhead, Ambleside — Fitful · public domain · Optimised version; original source linked.
Grasmere village — Malc McDonald · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Image licence · Optimised version; original source linked.
Kendal Castle — Sue · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Image licence · Optimised version; original source linked.
Market Square, Penrith — Malc McDonald · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Image licence · Optimised version; original source linked.
Whitehaven harbour — Krautrock · public domain · Optimised version; original source linked.
Bampton bridge and village, Cumbria — Oliver Dixon · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Image licence · Optimised version; original source linked.
PLAN YOUR NEXT DAY OUT
Walks & road trips in South Wales
7 published guides
Pen y Fan and Corn Du Walk from Pont ar Daf
Walk Pen y Fan and Corn Du from Pont ar Daf, with two summits, a return along the main approach and room to make the right weather decision.
Approx. 7.5 km / 4.7 miles · Allow 4–5 hours · Strenuous hill walk
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Cardiff Scenic Drive: 7 Coastal Stops
Follow one of the best scenic drives near Cardiff through seven coastal stops, with a practical route map, viewpoints, walks, parking advice and places to pause.
About 45 miles / 72 km · 1 hr 45 min driving; allow a full day · Easy driving; several optional walks
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Four Waterfall Walk Ystradfellte
Follow the spectacular Four Waterfalls Walk at Ystradfellte through ancient woodland to four magnificent falls, including Sgwd yr Eira and its unforgettable.
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Swansea Coastal Road Trip
Our Swansea Coastal Road Trip, is a stunning coastal loop from Swansea city centre through the Gower Peninsula, taking in beaches, clifftops, hidden coves and.
~35 km end‑to‑end · Full day (or split into 2–3 shorter trips) · Easy (driving) / Moderate (optional walks)
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Dinefwr Park Walk
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Cardiff Road Trip – Perfect City Tour
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Gower and Pembrokeshire Road Trip
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