THE VILLAGE

The village of Gladestry is tucked away at the bottom of Hergest Ridge in its own small valley with wonderful views in all directions. Offa’s Dyke Path runs through the village and passes between the Royal Oak pub and the school, which are a mere 200 metres from the house.

Gladestry is within easy driving distance of Hay, Brecon, the Elan Valley and the Welsh and Herefordshire countryside. Kington is the nearest town for petrol, supermarkets, and the renowned Hergest Croft Gardens.

WALKING AND CYCLING

The Welsh Marches offer wonderful unspoilt countryside with much to do and see.

As well as being on Offa’s Dyke Path, there are lovely walks straight from the house, using marked footpaths. Mortimers Trail, the Wye Valley walk, the Radnor Forest and the Brecon Beacons National Park are all within easy reach.

The hilly terrain attracts cyclists from all over the country and Gladestry has featured in a number of recommended routes in cycling magazines. We can offer secure overnight storage for your bicycle.

GOLF

There are some 12 beautifully situated golf courses in England and Wales within a 45 minute drive of Dyke House. All give the visitor a warm welcome and have very reasonable green fees.

Of special note is Kington Golf Club, only 10 minutes from here on Bredon Hill. At 1250 feet it is the highest 18 hole golf course in England and offers wonderful views and a challenging round of golf.

CHURCHES AND MONUMENTS

Gladestry has its own 13th Century Grade 1 listed Church beside Dyke House and there are a number of fascinating churches in the area on both sides of the border. We are also perfectly placed for visits to the locations made famous by the Reverend Kilvert in his Diary.

There is evidence of ancient settlement throughout the area with many forts and castles dotted through the hills, Burfa Camp and Wapley Hill fort being fine examples. The nearby Vale of Radnor has standing stones and Roman remains at Hindwell.