Graceful 12th century Augustinial priory ruins, in an equally perfect valley.
Things to do
Perfectly situated to explore both England and Wales, Llanthony Court Castaway is a haven for nature lovers. Nestled at the Eastern edge of the Black Mountains, within the Brecon Beacons National Park, Monmouthshire.
Some of our favourite places
Take the weight off your feet and give your senses a rest from the bombardment of city life and screen based working. At Llanthony Court Castaway you are truly remote, but there are abundant healthy pleasures to keep you occupied and fascinating places to visit nearby, here are just a few of our favourites:
History & Culture
Big Pit National Coal Museum
Big Pit National Coal Museum is an industrial heritage museum in Blaenavon, Torfaen, Wales.
Sacred & Ancient
St Issui, Partrishow
This remote mountain valley church contains an exquisite carved tracery rood screen and loft rare for both its beauty and survival. Dedicated to St Issui, a hermit who lived here in the 6th century.
Cymyoy church
The tiny mountain church of St Martin tilts with a rakish charm and the short buttressed church tower is said to lean more than Pisa’s campanile tower.
St Mary’s, Capel-y-Ffin
This tiny white chapel is as cute as an owl, with its big wide windows looking out onto the hills, and in the graveyard are two gravestones with elegant script carved by the artist Eric Gill, who lived here in the 1920s
Outdoor Adventures
Black Mountains Gliding Club
Soar over the mountains with a gliding experience at the Black Mountains Gliding Club (1 hour by car)
Canoe hire at Wye Valley Canoes, Glasbury
Choose to paddle for a few hours or spend the whole day enjoying the beautiful river wye by canoe.
Black Mountain Adventure
Adventure seekers will love the large range of outdoor activities on offer, from kayaking and white water rafting to abseiling and caving!
Walking & Biking
Bike hire at Drovers Cycles, Hay on Wye
Travel along the Gospel Pass on Wales’ highest tarmac road, or choose one of the many off-road adventures.
Offa’s Dyke Path
Follow the Beacons Way up to the Offa’s Dyke to discover dramatic landscapes along the 177 mile walking trail on the English-Welsh border.
Local Places to Visit
Hay-on-Wye
Browse the independent bookshops in Hay-on-Wye or visit the annual Hay Festival. A true feast for lovers of the Arts.
Abergavenny
A foodie haven with an abundance of great places to eat and drink. Also famous for its food festival held in September.
Star Gazing in the Brecon Beacons
Want to learn more about the stars or enjoy a group stargazing experience? Check out the events by Dark Sky Wales.
Places to Eat
The Half Moon
The Half Moon pub is just two minutes further by foot. Llanthony is the ideal place to enjoy peace, quiet…
Llanthony Treats
Situated in the heart of Llanthony, just a five minute walk from the majestic Llanthony Priory, Treats guarantees you a…
Fine Dining & Award Winning
The Walnut Tree
A famous inn and restaurant since the early 60’s, The Walnut Tree sits two miles east of Abergavenny
The Hardwick
Stephen Terry opened his first restaurant 21 years ago. Since then he has found that one of the many pleasures…
Good Pubs
The Black Lion, Hay on Wye
Enjoy award winning delicious dishes or a drink in the sunshine in the beer garden.
The Crown, Pantigelli
Enjoy a bite to eat at the gateway to the mountains in the hamlet of Pantygelli.