Can you walk around Hay Bluff and Lord Hereford's knob?

Hay Bluff and Twmpa (Lord Hereford's Knob) Experience this 9.2-km loop trail near Hay on Wye, Powys. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 13 min to complete. This is a lovely walk across the tops, reaching numerous peaks. Find the full Hay Bluff and Twmpa walking route here.

Can you walk along the river at Hay on Wye?

Come for a stroll along this gem of a walk which is only a hop, skip and a jump away from Hay's quirky narrow streets. A delight in all seasons, the old railway line follows the wooded banks of the River Wye to an expansive riverside meadow known as 'The Warren'.

Where is Hay Bluff?

Hay Bluff (Welsh: Penybegwn) is a prominent hill at the northern tip of the Black Mountains, an extensive upland massif which straddles the border between south-east Wales and England.

Is there a trail to hay on Wye Town?

Most of the route is relatively flat, with only one steady climb up into the town towards the end. The trail has a mixture of tarmac pavements, an old stone rail track, and a grass riverside path. Note that the riverside path can become muddy after periods of rain, so be prepared with appropriate footwear.

Where to walk Hay on Wye?

Hay Bluff & Lord Hereford's Knob (Brecon Beacons National Park Wales)

Can you walk up the Hay Bluff?

Hay Bluff and Twmpa (Lord Hereford's Knob)

Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 13 min to complete. This is a lovely walk across the tops, reaching numerous peaks. Find the full Hay Bluff and Twmpa walking route here.

Is Hay-on-Wye worth visiting?

Why is Hay-on-Wye Worth a Visit? Hay-on-Wye is worth visiting not only for its literary heritage but also for its idyllic location and welcoming atmosphere. The town's charm lies in its narrow streets, lined with an eclectic mix of bookshops, independent boutiques, galleries, and cosy cafés.

Where to park in Hay-on-Wye?

There are two car parks in Hay on Wye:

Market Square car park (HR3 5AE) is a short stay (2 hour) car park that is for motorcars only. Oxford Road car park (HR3 5EQ) is a long stay car park for all vehicle types.

What's around Hay-on-Wye?

Why is Hay-on-Wye famous?

One of the gems along the River Wye, Hay-on-Wye is the small town famous the world over for books. With the river flowing gracefully along its north western edge Hay, as we locals refer to it, abuts the England Wales border.

Can you walk along the river Wye?

The Wye Valley Walk

Walkers travel from around the world to enjoy this classic long-distance route, which follows the Wye for 136 miles of river and hill walking, from the rugged upland moorlands of the mountains of mid Wales to the Severn near Chepstow.

Where is the Hay Day shop?

You can access the Shop from your Farm or Town by tapping the cash register icon in the bottom left of the screen. From your Farm, the Shop has 5 tabs to explore: Animal Homes. Animals.

Where is the gospel pass?

The Gospel Pass (Welsh: Bwlch yr Efengyl) is the highest road pass in Wales. It is at the head of the Vale of Ewyas in the Black Mountains of southeast Wales.

Can you swim in the river at Hay-on-Wye?

The bathing area is on a river meander and is an open shingle beach sloping into the water on the southern bank of the River Wye. The bathing water is divided by a tumbledown weir. Upstream of the weir the water is deep, slower flowing and used for swimming.

Are dogs allowed at Wye River?

Wye River Pets

Bring your Pooch. Dogs are welcome seasonally (excludes peak dates).

What river runs through Hay-on-Wye?

The River Wye

Britain's fifth longest river, the beautiful River Wye, makes just the briefest of visits to our Park, flowing through Hay-on-Wye in the north-east corner before winding east then south through Herefordshire and Monmouthshire to meet the Bristol Channel at Chepstow.

Why is there a gold post box in Hay-on-Wye?

Last week, the postbox - painted gold in honour of Paralympics discus champion Josie Pearson - was decorated with two crocheted figures of main characters from the hit TV comedy.

What is the best day of the week to visit Hay-on-Wye?

Hay Thursday Market

Often quoted as the best day in Hay to visit the town, so come to peruse, to socialise, to eat, to shop, and, most of all, to enjoy Hay Market Day! The market is held throughout town, with traders in Memorial Square, the Cheese Market hall, Butter Market hall and around the Clock Tower.

What towns are near Hay-on-Wye?

Hay-on-Wye is in the area known as "Kilvert country" which includes Clyro, Capel-y-ffin, Llowes, Glasbury, Llanigon, Painscastle, Clifford and Whitney-on-Wye.

Where to park for Hay Bluff?

Drive along the B4350, and the road to the car park which is right next to the Hay Bluff, can either be got to from Hay on Wye or via Llanigon, a lane off the B4350.

What time does Hay-on-Wye castle open?

Open Daily 10am-5pm.

What's in Hay-on-Wye?

Hay on Wye is a town where its 40+ bookshops are absolutely the centre of attention, closely followed behind with great places to eat, independent clothing and gift shops, general stores and galleries, florists, Deli's and antiques and vintage stores, not forgetting the incredible Market held each Thursday.

Is Hay-on-Wye Welsh or English?

Hay-on-Wye is located on the Welsh / English border in the United Kingdom. Most of the town lies within Wales, but eastern parts do encroach into England! The town is, nonetheless, considered to be in Wales.

Where is the Omaze House near Hay-on-Wye?

This three bedroom, tin-clad house—set in acres of wildflower meadows at the foot of the Radnor Hills in the charming village of Gladestry—is surrounded by lush, whaleback hills, near to ancient Radnor Forest, where the fabled last Dragon of Wales is said to sleep.

How much are Hay-on-Wye tickets?

Entry to the festival site is free: you just buy tickets for the events you fancy. Tickets start from £5, although there are some free events and workshops.