1. Walk Walk Walk

The Brecon Beacons and The Black Mountains, along with the foothills, offer literally endless options; Pen-y-fan, Hay Bluff or Lord Hereford’s Knob for starters.

Ask us for routes!

3. Market day in Hay

Thursdays are the day to experience Hay in its full glory. Stock up on Kate the Bakers croissants – the best I have had anywhere, cheeses, locally produced charcuterie, veg, butchery, Alex Gooch’s sourdough and of course an abundance of highly unreliable gossip.

4. Wye not (ha!) explore the river by canoe

The best place to start is from Wye Valley Canoes in Glasbury.

Very friendly and very well organised – also an excellent café/restaurant for before and after grazing. 5 min drive . HR35NP.

5. Llangors Activity Centre

This multi-sport activity centre has a great indoor climbing area for both novice and experienced adventurers.  You may like to arrange some gorge walking.  20 min drive. LD37UH.

Find out more at www.activityuk.com

7. The Four Waterfall walk

A circular walk through 'Waterfall Country' in the Brecon Beacons takes you past four stunning falls set in beautiful woodlands. 45 min drive. CF44 9JF

8. Dan yr Ogof show caves

These caves are amazing and, aside from the extraordinary formations, show evidence of human habitation for over 3000 years. www.showcaves.co.uk  50 min drive. SA9 1GJ. Tel: 01639 730284

9. Pony Riding

For exploration on horseback Paul and Emily Turner at Transwalestrails provide safe ponies and lots of experience. They are located in the heart of the Black Mountains and surrounded by a spidersweb of riding trails. www.transwales.com 25 min drive. LD30EG.