Bronllys Castle

Tucked away down a little path in the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park, it's easy to miss what remains of this 13th century castle that overlooks the Black Mountains.

Hay Castle

This castle with a tumultuous history in the Welsh book town of Hay-on-Wye has been given a new lease of life as a cultural centre.

Powis Castle and Garden

Sitting high on a rock overlooking the rolling Welsh hills, this enormous 13th century red castle boasts sumptuous stately interiors and a grand glorious garden.

Hay-on-Wye

Straddling the Welsh-English border, this town flanked by the River Wye and the Black Mountains is best known for its many bookshops and annual literary festival.

Crickhowell

This attractive market town on the banks of the River Usk is surrounded by the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park and is a great base from which to explore the nearby countryside.

Pen y Fan

Standing at 886m tall in the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons), Pen y Fan is the highest mountain in south Wales.

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