Glenys's Guidebook
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Builth Wells is a lovely town situated on the banks of the river Wye.
Beautiful Wye Valley walks and cycle paths for you to explore.
lots of little places to eat and relax, also a Chinese and Indian takeaway.
All within easy walking distance from Brook View.
34 residents recomanen
Builth Wells
Builth Wells is a lovely town situated on the banks of the river Wye.
Beautiful Wye Valley walks and cycle paths for you to explore.
lots of little places to eat and relax, also a Chinese and Indian takeaway.
All within easy walking distance from Brook View.
Oaklands Crescent
Oaklands CrescentOaklands Crescent is a quiet location but close enough to walk into town.
The Groe
lovely relaxing walk by the river. starting at the car park in Builth.
Quackers
indoor play centre.
5 minutes by car
The Fountain Inn
7-9 Broad StA pint of Welsh bitter or a Gin...
or 2
Telephone number 01982 553888
Co-op Food - Builth Wells
Brecon Roadlocal supermarket.
Sightseeing
A visit to the Elan Valley is a must...absolutely breathtaking scenery.
Then stop off and have a walk around Rhayader and even a bite to eat.
A short drive away.
51 residents recomanen
Elan Valley Reservoirs
A visit to the Elan Valley is a must...absolutely breathtaking scenery.
Then stop off and have a walk around Rhayader and even a bite to eat.
A short drive away.
Bring your walking boots to reach the summit.
A short scenic drive away.
225 residents recomanen
Pen-y-Fan
Bring your walking boots to reach the summit.
A short scenic drive away.
Canals de Brecon Basin
why not take a canal boat trip.
Relaxing day in the countryside.
Also indoor rock climbing centre nearby.
87 residents recomanen
Llac de Llangorse
Relaxing day in the countryside.
Also indoor rock climbing centre nearby.
Relaxing walk around the Lake.
why not take the children out on the boats.
16 residents recomanen
Llandrindod Wells Lake
Relaxing walk around the Lake.
why not take the children out on the boats.
if walking is for you, then part of the wye valley walk is on our doorstep, Brook View is a fantastic base.
76 residents recomanen
Àrea d'Excepcional Bellesa Natural de la Vall de Wye (AONB)
if walking is for you, then part of the wye valley walk is on our doorstep, Brook View is a fantastic base.
An hours drive but absolutely worth the lovely scenic drive.
57 residents recomanen
Cascada de Henrhyd
Dol HenrhydAn hours drive but absolutely worth the lovely scenic drive.
Pontarfynach
stunning views, well worth the 1 hour drive.
A lovely scenic drive over the Brecon Beacons towards Merthyr Tydfil to this gorgeous railway taking you through the Beacons.
84 residents recomanen
Tren de Muntanya de Brecon
Pontsticill RoadA lovely scenic drive over the Brecon Beacons towards Merthyr Tydfil to this gorgeous railway taking you through the Beacons.
Absolutely great for you walking and cycling enthusiats.
Around a 45 minute drive away.
93 residents recomanen
Centre de Visitants del Bosc de Bwlch Nant yr Arian
Absolutely great for you walking and cycling enthusiats.
Around a 45 minute drive away.
Dragonfly cruises and dayboats
Canal RoadA gorgeous day out on the Brecon canal.
Absolutely beautiful place to visit.
22 residents recomanen
Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Centre and Tearooms
Absolutely beautiful place to visit.
stunning area.
around 45 minutes away.
Near Llandovery, Powys.
8 residents recomanen
Llyn Brianne Dam and Reservoir
Unnamed Roadstunning area.
around 45 minutes away.
Near Llandovery, Powys.
lovely day out, beautiful gardens to explore.
just over an hours drive away.
167 residents recomanen
Fideicomís Nacional - Castell i Jardí de Powis
lovely day out, beautiful gardens to explore.
just over an hours drive away.
Raglan castle is 48 miles from Builth Wells.
A lovely day out.
134 residents recomanen
Castell de Raglan
Castle RoadRaglan castle is 48 miles from Builth Wells.
A lovely day out.
Museu Nacional de la Mina de Carbó Big Pit
A fantastic day out.
1 hour 30 mins away but well worth the drive.
328 residents recomanen
Museu Nacional d'Història de St Fagans
A fantastic day out.
1 hour 30 mins away but well worth the drive.
A lovely walk from Builth Wells, when you reach the top a fantastic view of our lovely little town.
Garth Hill
A lovely walk from Builth Wells, when you reach the top a fantastic view of our lovely little town.
Vall de Rheidol
Park AvenueHafren Forest
lovely walking routes.
Water Break-Its-Neck
A44Talybont Reservoir
lovely walks
A beautiful walk next to river Wye.
picnic benches there to enjoy a cuppa and picnic.
11 residents recomanen
Erwood Station Gallery
Llandeilo GrabanA beautiful walk next to river Wye.
picnic benches there to enjoy a cuppa and picnic.
Water Break-Its-Neck
A44Beautiful scenery.
Red Kite Feeding Station
South Streetwatch the birds feed daily at 3pm.
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events
many different events held here on the showground.
A 5 minute Walk away
26 residents recomanen
Royal Welsh Showground
many different events held here on the showground.
A 5 minute Walk away
The Hay Festival
Brecon RoadTen days of something to suit everyone.
Builth Wells Golf Club
Golf Links RoadHow about a day on the golf course.
Royal Welsh Show
The largest show in Europe.
A 5 minute walk away.
Food Scene
A little quirky restaurant on our high street.
Fabulous home cooked food.
It is a must to pre book here, you won't be disappointed. menus available at Brook View on arrival.
we recommend to pre book. 01982 552795.
Cosy Corner Cafe/Restaurant
55 High StA little quirky restaurant on our high street.
Fabulous home cooked food.
It is a must to pre book here, you won't be disappointed. menus available at Brook View on arrival.
we recommend to pre book. 01982 552795.
Wye Valley Canoes
Breathtaking views.
20 minutes by car.
The Strand Cafe
2 Groe StA very good breakfast to set you up for the day.
The Prince Llewelyn
A 5 minute drive away just out of town.
Burger King
a470 Station RoadA favourite with the children.
Llanelwedd Arms Hotel
Station RoadThai restaurant, also serving English menu. 01982 553282.
Greyhound Hotel
3 Garth Rdlovely place to eat .
Telephone no. 01982 553255.
White Horse Hotel
13 High Stlovely food here.
children adventures
Cantref - Adventure Farm
Great day out.
34 miles away.
133 residents recomanen
Centre Nacional de Coves d'Exhibició per a Gal·les
Great day out.
34 miles away.
lovely to visit with children.
40 residents recomanen
Petit parc de races de granja i centre de mussols
Kingswood Roadlovely to visit with children.
Beach
Aberystwyth
A day at the beach ⛱.
Just over an hours drive.
Book enthusiasts
Hay-on-Wye
known as the town of books 📚