Old Radnor Barn - Brecon Beacons B&B
Set within the Brecon Beacons National Park, the area is renowned for its scenic beauty and is an ideal base for holidays in Mid Wales, South Wales and the border towns of the Marches.
Old Radnor Barn is designated a grade 2 listed building by Cadw and dates back nearly 300 years. Retaining many original features It was sympathetically renovated between 1998 and 2002. Formerly a stable building belonging to the medeival hall house by the name of the Old Radnor Arms, the barn dates from the mid 18th century, it has a stone roof, and an octagonal mullioned windows.
Situated on the western outskirts of Talgarth, the barn, not so long ago was an overnight resting place for stallions traveling to stud on the Great Western Railway. The railway has now gone but the small market town of Talgarth nestles peacefully in the foot hills of the Black Mountains.
A geographical gateway, Talgarth is an ideal base to explore both the Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons National Park ...
Opportunities exist for most outdoor activities: walking, climbing, cycling, mountain-biking, pot-holing, horse riding, gliding, hand-gliding, together with the full range of water sports including fishing, kayaking canoeing, sailing and windsurfing in the reservoirs and rivers of the area. The magical and tranquil lake of Llangorse (the largest natural lake in Wales) lies three miles to the west. The river Wye is only three miles to the east at Glassbury while the river Usk lies six miles to the west at Brecon.
Talgarth itself, is one of the five Brecon Beacons National Park designated cycle hubs with five routes, all of which start within 50 metres of our accommodation. They are: Talgarth Green, Talgarth Red 1, Talgarth Red 2 and Talgath Black. Whether you are a beginner or a more experienced mountain biker, whether you prefer to ride, or carry your bike. Talgarth is is the place for you!
... twin, double and family accommodation. Single rates negotiable (dependent on the time of year). All rooms are tastefully decorated and recently furnished, having the benefit of either private or ensuite facilities. They are all centrally heated and well equipped for your confort and convienience, with a large sofa, flat screen TV, small fridge, radio, hairdryer, iron, first aid kit, supplementary heater, tea and coffee making facilities together with a courtesy tray including bottled water and fruit bowl. Ironing board available on request. Room service is available. *Please note: In keeping with current government legislation, we operate a no smoking policy for your comfort.
Other services and facilities provided include baby-sitting, pick-up/drop-off, washing and drying, cycle storage, pressure washer and dog kenneling facilities are also available at a small additional cost. Feel free to make full use of our large garden and all its facilities including: Tables and seating, BBQ, sun bed's, hammock, arbor, decking and large splasher pool. *Please note that all children using the pool should be supervised by an adult at all times.
We are delighted to offer ground floor accommodation with level access both inside and out, suitable for the elderly or disabled guests. See access statement at the bottom of this page.
We offer a full choice breakfast menu including: continental, cereal, yogurt, fresh fruit, various fruit juices and our very special full Welsh breakfast with traditionally cured bacon and hand-made sausages from Morris Butchers of Blaenavon as featured in the BBC Wales Coal House series. We pride ourselves on the quality of our food, browse the comment on our guest book page. When ever possible, we use fresh local produce, including our own garden fresh fruit and vegetables when in season. We cater for vegetarians, diabetics and people with various food intolerances. If you are unsure, please ask at the time of booking. Evening meals, light snacks and packed lunches are available on request for an additional cost, please see below:
Evening meal single course.......................................................................from £10.50
Evening meal two course.............................................................................from £13.00
Evening meal three course..........................................................................from £16.00
Afternoon teas..................................................................................................from £ 5.00
Packed lunches and picknics available if booked in advance................from £ 5.00
Various drinks and snacks available (Please ask for prices)
From Easter 2008 we will be operating a small tea garden, where we will be offering light lunches, Welsh cream teas and a variety of hot and cold drinks throughout the day.
Guest Book Comments.
Nice bright room, comfortable, good facilities, lovely breakfast
and a great welcome.
we will be back! All the best
kerry, Bradford
Staffs
Lovely warm welcome. Good conversation and music, sensational
breakfast.
Debbie and Helen Thomas
detroit, U.S.A.
Beautiful restoration, warm welsh hospitality, great music,
wonderful breakfast. Many thanks
Robert Lee
london.
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Old Radnor Barn
Station Yard
Talgarth, Brecon,
Powys, LD3 0PE
Radnor Barn B&B • Station Yard • Talgarth, LD3 0PE
Phone & Fax: 01874-712102 • Mob: 07796-953904
