Discover Crickhowell & The Brecon Beacons

Where to eat, places to go…

EXPLORE

Please find a selection of links to things to do in and around MAISON50. We are providing these links and information to give you a flavour of what is around our fantastic premises.

However, as you can appreciate, these are external websites, so please check opening times and any other information with them directly. We cannot accept responsibility for any inaccuracies.

At MAISON50 our walking boots and dogs’ leads are always by the front door. There are excellent routes to follow, just minutes from our entrance. Guides are available from CRIC (Crickhowell Resource Centre) across the road and we have copies featuring the best local walks in our rooms’ information.

You can find information on the official Brecon Beacons tourist information website here or the official Crickhowell information site here.

CRICKHOWELL

DO IT YOUR WAY 

  • Simply Relax & Unwind

  • Walking, Hiking or Biking

  • Green Man Festival

  • Explore The Countryside

  • Take A Trip Down History Lane
  • Shop Until You Drop
  • Be Adventurous

    • Rock Climbing
    • Mountaineering
    • Rock A Festival
    • Award Winning Food
    • Fabulous Pubs
    • Bring Your Dog

ACTIVITIES & OUTINGS

 … a series of japes & jaunts to keep you occupied during your stay. We declare a penchant for the finer things in life – splendour and delight is top of the MAISON50 agenda; we hope our ideas will give you a splendid starting point….!

MAISON50 Location

Crickhowell is situated in the Usk valley between the Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons. This Georgian market town is renowned for its high-quality shops, art galleries, pubs, restaurants and cafés and is a hub for outdoor activities.

RESTAURANTS & PUBS

If you didn’t know it already, you have stumbled upon a slice of foodie heaven in this historic, gastronomic and bucolic slice of Wales – here are some of MAISON50’s favourite spots.
http://www.breconbeacons.org/eating-drinking

Felin Fach Griffin, Felin Fach
Foodie heaven! (Pic above courtesy of Felin Fach Griffin)
http://www.eatdrinksleep.ltd.uk

The Crown Inn, Pantygelli
Gorgeous views of the Skirrid , lovely food, great beers and ciders https://www.thecrownatpantygelli.com/

The Angel Hotel, Abergavenny
Famous Champagne afternoon tea . Also eclectic dining menu.
01873 857121
www.angelabergavenny.com

The Hardwick, Abergavenny
Stephen Terry. Michelin starred chef, at the age of 25.. Now owner/ chef at The Hardwick
www.thehardwick.co.uk

The Bear Hotel, Crickhowell
The Bear Hotel famous for its welcoming atmosphere to both man and beast, with historic character, convivial atmosphere and good food, fires and ales
www.bearhotel.co.uk

The Dragon Inn, Crickhowell
https://dragoninncrickhowell.com

The Kestrel Pub. Nr Crickhowell
https://www.visitcrickhowell.co.uk/where-to-eat/the-kestrel-inn/

Towpath Inn, Gilwern
https://d.facebook.com/TheTowpathInn/

Peterstone Hotel, nr Brecon
Afternoon Tea with beautiful views
https://www.peterstone-court.com

The Walnut Tree, Abergavenny
Shaun Hill, Chef. Go on – Treat Yourself
https://www.thewalnuttreeinn.com

WALKING, RUNNING & CYCLING

Specialist Cycling Rides & Advice…

…Designed in association with MAISON50 by Mike James, Professional Competitive Endurance Cyclist and Advanced Personal Trainer, based in the Glanusk Estate, Crickhowell.

MAISON50 has partnered with Mike James of MJ Health & Fitness to offer luxury accommodation for exclusive cycling, running or fitness breaks in the Brecon Beacons: running, walking and cycling routes have been specially designed by Mike in association with MAISON50 for the enjoyment of our guests.

We can offer:

Personally guided client cycling rides

Personally guided fitness/running/cycling short breaks

Find out more on our dedicated walking / running / cycling page…

STAY. RELAX. SLEEP. ENJOY.

ACTIVITIES

Walking & mountain biking – Crickhowell, Brecon, Talgarth or Talybont.
Guided Walks, National Park

The Brecon Beacons Park Society lead regular guided walks from east to west along the entire length of the Beacons Way.

Crickhowell Walking Festival

Rowing, sailing , walking – Llangorse lake

Climbing – Llangorse climbing centre.
https://www.activityuk.com/indoor/indoor-climbing/

Crickhowell Massage
with Sarah Logan, MTI registered,
situated in Central Crickhowell, between Abergavenny and Brecon.
http://crickhowellmassage.uk/

Fishing on the Usk, Llangorse lake, Talybont Reservoir or Pontiscill reservoir
Cycling on championship roads eg The Tumble. Also see www.justfishin.co.uk

Mountain biking/ General Cycling – along the canal or through gorgeous valleys.

Personal Trainer, Fitness Coach & Bespoke Tailored Cycling Rides
Mike James, MJ Health and Fitness
Glanusk Estate, Crickhowell
https://www.mjhealthandfitness.co.uk/

Shopping – Abergavenny, Brecon, Talgarth and Crickhowell. Slightly further afield – Ross on Wye, Monmouth, Hereford, Cardiff, Bristol, Bath.
http://www.breconbeacons.org/shopping

Historic Visits Tretower Castle, Raglan Castle, Abergavenny Castle or Llanthony Abbey.

Experience being a miner – Big Pit on Blaenavon World Heritage Site.

Dog Walking – Brecon & Monmouthshire Canal or Waterfall Country.

Take a trip Brecon Mountain Railway

Pony Trekking from local stables

Caving – Llangattock Mountain or Clydach Gorge http://www.caveinstructor.org.uk/instructors

Gliding – Black Mountains Gliding Club www.blackmountainsgliding.co.uk
Hang Gliding/Paragliding on The Blorenge.

Play Golf at The Old Rectory, Wernddu, Monmouthshire, Cradoc or Brecon Golf Clubs www.wernddu-golf-club.co.uk

Play Tennis at Crickhowell

Bird Watching including Red Kites

Cinema – Hay on Wye, Abergavenny, Merthyr

Arts and Crafts –  https://peak.cymru

Dark Skies –
https://www.visitcrickhowell.co.uk/dark-skies/
http://www.breconbeacons.org/after-dark

Childrens Activities
Such as the Play Barn Brecon
http://www.breconbeacons.org/family-fun

City Visits – train to Cardiff from Abergavenny for ladies who lunch , or visit Cardiff Bay and International Arts Centre & Theatre…

The Chapter Arts Centre is amazing if you drive to Canton, Cardiff https://www.chapter.org

EVENTS

MAISON50 is surrounded by cultural, sporting and musical events running throughout most of the year. These include the Hay Festival, the Abergavenny Food Festival and the Crickhowell Walking Festival as well as The Green Man Music Festival., Crickhowell Literary Festival, Crickhowell Music Festival. You can find out more about them by following these links to their websites.

www.hayfestival.com
www.abergavennyfoodfestival.com
www.crickhowellfestival.com
www.greenman.net
https://cricklitfest.co.uk
https://www.makingmusic.org.uk/event/crickhowell-choral-society/crickhowell-music-festival

Brecon Jazz & Fringe Festival, Brecon See leading lights of the Jazz world in the streets and pubs of Brecon
https://breconjazz.org

Green Man Festival, Glanusk Estate, Crickhowell. The award winning Green Man festival delivers a wonderful festival experience for all the family!
https://www.greenman.net/

Abergavenny Food Festival
Hand-picked exhibitors and highly respected stars of the culinary world, a must for foodies!
https://www.abergavennyfoodfestival.com

Crickhowell Walking Festival With walks in and around the Beacons – over 30 walks to choose from over 10 days, with something for everyone! https://www.crickhowellfestival.com/

The Hay Festival, Hay on Wye
World famous festival of music, literature and comedy, just outside the book town of Hay on Wye
http://www.hayfestival.com/home

Agricultural Show
The Royal Welsh Show, Builth Wells brings together the farming industry and rural community in a celebration of the best of British Agriculture.
http://www.rwas.wales/royal-welsh-show/

CONTACT US

50 High St

Crickhowell

Wales

NP8 1BH

[email protected]

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