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Wales

Weekend stays, experiences and destinations

for cwtching up in Wales

Surf-battered shorelines, mighty mountains, untamed valleys, gorgeous towns, cities and villages – and more castles per square mile than any other country in the world. Yup, Wales has it all going on, despite its compact size.

So, whatever type weekend break in Wales takes your fancy – surfing, glamping, literary or coastal, the options are vast. And once you’ve visited this land of song and passion once, you’ll want to return again and again.

Our Favourite Places to Stay on a Weekend Break in Wales

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Private & Secluded

Wildly Feel Good: Romantic Yurts in Wales With Hot Tubs

Two wildly romantic yurts in Wales, set on a family farm in Carmarthenshire. Secluded, private. Every booking supports charity work in Africa. From £95pn.

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From £185pn
LUXURY SAFARI TENTS

By The Wye: Riverside Glamping in the Wye Valley

Roost in the trees, with the River Wye at your feet, and let the modern world melt away. By The Wye is the perfect glamping Wye Valley experience. Sleeps up to 5. 

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From £125pn
RURAL & SECLUDED

Castaway at this Beautiful Glamping Railway Carriage in the Brecon Beacons

Live the castaway life! Glamping in the Brecon Beacons at Llanthony Court Castaway. Beautiful converted railway carriage, sleeping two. From £110pn.

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From £160pn
Sunken Outdoor Bath

Your To-Do List Slayer: Erwain Escapes Log Cabin Carmarthenshire

Delightful Carmarthenshire log cabin set in 4 peaceful acres of wildflower meadow with sunken outdoor bath! Self-catering, adults only, from £160pn.

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Welsh experiences you have to try

Just lush they are

Things to do

7 Unmissable Paddleboarding Weekends in the UK

For those of you who follow me on Facebook or Instagram, you’ll know I’m cock-a-hoop about SUPing and love my paddle boarding weekend adventures; I’m no pro, and still have so many SUP skills to learn and weekends I wan...

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Things to do

Why Adventure Parc Snowdonia makes an awesome weekend break!

Adventure Parc Snowdonia is a must for thrill-seekers. Surf the 300-metre surf lagoon, zip-line over the waves, take on the ariel assault course - strap yourself in people, white knuckles coming your way!

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Things to do

Hay-on-Wye Literature Festival: The Booklover's Glastonbury

The Hay-on-Wye Literature Festival is the McDaddy of the literary calendar - one peek at Hay’s alumni and you soon realise why.

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Things to do

Wye River Canoeing: 2 Adventures That Hit the Spots Wordsworth Loved

2 Wye River canoeing trips that take you on the same route loved by England's finest 18th-century artists and poets!

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Things to do

Cracking Welsh vineyard you have to visit (with a designated driver)

Swing by this award-winning Welsh Vineyard on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays for a brilliant 90-minute tour and tasting.

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Things to do

Yaki dah! Make your own Welsh gin

Nestled in the Wye Valley, the Silver Circle Distillery is a family-run affair with an incredible gin-making experience that’s sure to steal any gin lover’s heart.

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Weekend Break in Wales Guides & Itineraries

To make your planning easy

Inspiration

Easy Peasy Weekends: Road Tripping in South West Wales

Beneath the ancient castles and mystical landscape are modern legends that’ll stir your passions just as quickly as the ancient tales will.

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Inspiration

Easy Peasy Weekend: 48 hours in The Wye Valley

The Wye Valley is one the UK's most beautiful destinations with many wonderful things to do. Especially if you like incredible food and drink, dramatic landscapes, and magnificent castles.

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INSPIRATION

Easy Peasy Weekends: Undiscovered Llansteffan, Carmarthenshire, Wales

Llansteffan is a little Welsh paradise in South West Wales that's beautifully undiscovered. Use this 48hr guide for where to go, what to do & where to stay.

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Close to Wales, over the border

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From £450pn 10% OFF (USE BANISHTHEBLUES10)
Adults-only

The Hudnalls Hideout: A luxury Wye Valley treehouse that has to been seen to be believed

Unbelievably beautiful, Hudnalls Hideout is a Wye Valley treehouse with a woodland sauna, outdoor bath & bar. Adults only. From £400pn.

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From £185pn
LUXURY SAFARI TENTS

By The Wye: Riverside Glamping in the Wye Valley

Roost in the trees, with the River Wye at your feet, and let the modern world melt away. By The Wye is the perfect glamping Wye Valley experience. Sleeps up to 5. 

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Family Friendly
Mix and Match Weekends Available

Paddle boarding in the Beautiful Wye Valley

Stand up paddle boarding, gorge scrambling, rock climbing, guided canoe and kayak river trips - if you're looking for high-octane outdoor adventure, you've found it!

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