Books

Haye-on-Wye

Visit Hay, famous for its book shops and annual festival, only 30 minutes by car from Withy Cottage. Don't miss Shepherd Ice Cream Parlour and Coffee House, famous for its delicious ewe's milk ice cream!

Castles

Raglan Castle

One of the finest late-medieval buildings in the British Isles. An excellent place for families with children.

White Castle

Dating from the twelfth century, the castle's moats are still filled with water.

Longtown Castle

The castle is situated just up the road from Longtown, a nice easy walk from Withy Cottage; and is a good place to go and play with children.

Abergavenny Castle

Grosmont Castle

Food and Places to Eat

Abergavenny Food Festival

One of the highlights of the Welsh culinary calendar, the 9th Abergavenny Food Festival takes place on 15 and 16 September 2007.

Abergavenny Market

The town has a very attractive market - Tuesday is the biggest one of the week. The carparks are packed full of stalls selling everything from sheepskin rugs, to plant stalls, to farm stalls with homegrown vegetables and homemade jams, cakes and craft stalls.

Horseriding

Bryngwyn Situated north of of Hay-on-Wye but worth the effort, especially if combined with a visit to Hay. The centre offers lovely rides on open hills in small groups. The owners are very friendly. 01497 851 669 Bryncynnon, Kington Bryngwyn, HR5 3QN

Ellesmere Riding Centre Untried

Pubs

Bear Hotel, Crickhowell

The Bear's low-beamed bar, filled with antiques and warmed by a roaring log fire in winter, has twice won the 'Best Pub in Britain' award.

Restaurants

The Walnut Tree Inn

Renowned Italian chef Franco Taruschio turned the Walnut Treet into one of the most well known and respected restaurants in the UK. It is now run by Francesco Mattioli, who worked with Antonio Carluccio and at Caprice restaurant in London.

Tourist Board Information

Welcome to Abergavenny

Abergavenny, a Tourist's Guide by Gavin Sayce An excellent source of information on local events, walks and attractions