Pontganol Cottage guest guidebook
Sightseeing
If you're a fan of history this ruined castle close to Abergavenny is well worth a visit.
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I-Raglan Castle
Castle RoadIf you're a fan of history this ruined castle close to Abergavenny is well worth a visit.
Another little historical gem that's super close to the cottage.
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Tretower Court and Castle/ Llys a Chastell Tre-tŵr
Another little historical gem that's super close to the cottage.
A wonderfully romantic ruin with spectacular views on a clear day.
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I-Carreg Cennen Castle
A wonderfully romantic ruin with spectacular views on a clear day.
Spectacular falls where you can walk behind the curtain of water on a narrow path. It was used as Batman's lair in The Dark Knight Rises too!
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I-Henrhyd Falls
Dol HenrhydSpectacular falls where you can walk behind the curtain of water on a narrow path. It was used as Batman's lair in The Dark Knight Rises too!
Wild swimmers
A former quarry pool that's now a popular local spot for a bit of wild swimming and a walk that takes you to Switzerland with the scenery (though you'll still be in Wales, promise).
Blaencuffin Canyon
A former quarry pool that's now a popular local spot for a bit of wild swimming and a walk that takes you to Switzerland with the scenery (though you'll still be in Wales, promise).
Another spot that's great if you're a fan of wild swimming, this natural infinity pool has gorgeous sweeping mountain views too.
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Keeper's Pond
Another spot that's great if you're a fan of wild swimming, this natural infinity pool has gorgeous sweeping mountain views too.
Family days out
A former working coal mine that you can now visit with a friendly local coal miner.
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Igumbi Lomuzi Wokuhlaza Wokwakha Wokwakhiweyo WaseNingizimu Afrika
A former working coal mine that you can now visit with a friendly local coal miner.
An amazing opportunity to go for a guided walk with some of the animals that Wales is most famous for!
Jacob Sheep Trekking and Farm Experience Days
An amazing opportunity to go for a guided walk with some of the animals that Wales is most famous for!
Another one loved by families and nature lovers, the spectacular scenes at the Red Kite Feeding Station will stay with you long after you leave.
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Red Kite Feeding Station Llanddeusant
Another one loved by families and nature lovers, the spectacular scenes at the Red Kite Feeding Station will stay with you long after you leave.
And if it's not enough that you can walk sheep, you can also take a pig for a walk too!
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Good Day Out Pig Walking
And if it's not enough that you can walk sheep, you can also take a pig for a walk too!
Local towns
Crickhowell is a sweet little market town that's walkable from the cottage (if you really wanted to, or about 10 minutes in the car). It has a lovely range of independent shops, cafes, restaurants and a bustling high street.
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Crickhowell
Crickhowell is a sweet little market town that's walkable from the cottage (if you really wanted to, or about 10 minutes in the car). It has a lovely range of independent shops, cafes, restaurants and a bustling high street.
Places to grab a drink
The Red Lion Hotel
Duffryn RoadThe closest pub to the cottage that does proper pub food and real ales.
Food scene
The other pub in the village at the opposite end from the cottage, which serves an extensive menu and has a newly-opened deli as well. You can stock up on local fish, meat, cheese, freshly baked bread and all sorts of other delicious bits and pieces.
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Coach & Horses Inn
Cwm Crawnon RoadThe other pub in the village at the opposite end from the cottage, which serves an extensive menu and has a newly-opened deli as well. You can stock up on local fish, meat, cheese, freshly baked bread and all sorts of other delicious bits and pieces.