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Llanyre Community Council Web Site
About the Area
The area is to the West of Llandrindod Wells and consists of a mainly rural area in
the upper reaches of the Wye Valley. It is famous for the fine fishing and walking
as well as the beautiful unspoilt scenery and spectacular countryside. To the West
are the Cambrian mountains, to the East is Radnor Forest and to the South are the Black
mountains. The Elan Valley is only 8 miles away.
Main Villages
Llanyre - 2 miles West of Llandrindod Wells
Newbridge on Wye - Built on the banks of the River Wye and probably a
traditional crossing place from as far back as the Roman occupation. The village
grew in importance however as a stopping off point on the Drovers route between Tregaron
and the English cattle markets. During the last century there were thirteen public
houses to cater for travellers including the now demolished Sun Inn that was a safe house
for the rioters during the Rebecca Riots of 1843-44.
Location
Llanyre is on the A4081, 2 miles from Llandrindod Wells. Newbridge is on the A470
trunk road between Builth Wells and Rhayader, 5 miles from Llandrindod Wells. The
A470 is the main road linking North and South Wales.
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There is a primary school in Newbridge and excellent secondary education in nearby Builth Wells and Llandrindod Wells. Further education is available in Llandrindod Wells, Newtown, Brecon and Hereford with universities in Aberystwyth and Cardiff. The University of Wales have a field centre based at Llysdinam Hall - home of the Venables Llewelyn Family. |
Business
Although mainly rural, Newbridge is almost totally self contained including:
- The 'Dot' stores - A large grocery shop
- The Post Office, Newbridge on Wye, Powys, LD1 6LH - Tel: 01597 860201 - Catering for all the banking and postal needs
- Krazy Kutz - A fine unisex hair dresser and stylist
- Antiques Centre - Using the old village hall
- Garage - A thriving Renault dealer - J Powell & Sons
- Family Historian - Richard Meredith
- Camp Site - Pont-Ar-Ithon - Bunty Gittoes
- Public Houses - The Golden Lion, The New Inn & The Bell (Llanyre)
| Religious Interests | |
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Newbridge-on-Wye has a beautiful Church as shown opposite. |
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Newbridge boasts another stunning Church and a thriving Chapel shown opposite. |
Accommodation
The New Inn - Tel: 01597 860211
B & B - Mr and Mrs J. Prosser - Tel: 01597 860382
The Golden Lion Inn - Tel: 01597 860392 - Click for more information
Leisure
National Cycle Route (8)
Fishing - contact Nick Hope, Tel: 01597 860548
Walking - An excellent base with quick & easy access to the Elan Valley, the
magnificent beaches on the West coast, Cambrian mountains, the Brecon Beacons and the
towns of Wales.
Housing
The architecture varies from stone and brick houses dating from the last century
to modern efficient homes with several new schemes under way.