Guidebook for Llandeilo
Food Scene
'The Kitchen', or the old bar in the actual main building is great for drinks in the day or evening with big sofas and a fire. Tapas style food in the day at 'The Kitchen' is great for a lunch. The Cawdor has a fabulous restaurant in the main hotel. Call to reserve a table.
25 locals recommend
Cawdor
72 Rhosmaen St'The Kitchen', or the old bar in the actual main building is great for drinks in the day or evening with big sofas and a fire. Tapas style food in the day at 'The Kitchen' is great for a lunch. The Cawdor has a fabulous restaurant in the main hotel. Call to reserve a table.
Extravagant wedding and celebration cakes that taste as good as they look. Delicious chocolates, hand made on the premises. Sumptuous home made ice cream in a dizzying range of flavours. A must for all, and for taking home a lovely gift! All guests at the Nest receive a discount when staying with us!
13 locals recommend
Heavenly
60 Rhosmaen StExtravagant wedding and celebration cakes that taste as good as they look. Delicious chocolates, hand made on the premises. Sumptuous home made ice cream in a dizzying range of flavours. A must for all, and for taking home a lovely gift! All guests at the Nest receive a discount when staying with us!
Approximately 30-minute walk north out of Llandeilo into Rhosmaen. At the Plough you will be greeted with a traditional Welsh welcome, good food from our varied menu in our award winning restaurant, including gluten free, with excellent wines that can be enjoyed in a warm and relaxed atmosphere served to you with that all important personal touch. Afternoon tea is also available, includes a selection of scones, cakes and sandwiches.
Phone: 01558 823 431
http://www.ploughrhosmaen.com/dining-hotels-and-restaurant-llandeilo.html
14 locals recommend
The Plough Inn
Approximately 30-minute walk north out of Llandeilo into Rhosmaen. At the Plough you will be greeted with a traditional Welsh welcome, good food from our varied menu in our award winning restaurant, including gluten free, with excellent wines that can be enjoyed in a warm and relaxed atmosphere served to you with that all important personal touch. Afternoon tea is also available, includes a selection of scones, cakes and sandwiches.
Phone: 01558 823 431
http://www.ploughrhosmaen.com/dining-hotels-and-restaurant-llandeilo.html
Turn right out The Nest, and hard right again up Kings Street, and you will arrive at Le Café Bras. Café Braz is a fully licensed bistro. The friendly café offers a variety of home-cooked meals and cakes available daily. Everything served in Café Braz is good quality and of local produce. The business has been run by a husband and wife team, Kerry and Lee Hughes, since October 2010.
Phone: 01558 822034Mobile : 07890 500 823
Cafe Braz
3 King StTurn right out The Nest, and hard right again up Kings Street, and you will arrive at Le Café Bras. Café Braz is a fully licensed bistro. The friendly café offers a variety of home-cooked meals and cakes available daily. Everything served in Café Braz is good quality and of local produce. The business has been run by a husband and wife team, Kerry and Lee Hughes, since October 2010.
Phone: 01558 822034Mobile : 07890 500 823
Take Away: The Piazza
Freshly cooked shish kababs grilled while you wait with salad, or the more unhealthy version if you wish. Also, take away pizzas. If you walk up the hill from The Nest, when you reach a pub called The Hen Vic, turn right and you will find it half way down the road on the left.
60 New Road, Llandeilo
60 New Rd
60 New RoadTake Away: The Piazza
Freshly cooked shish kababs grilled while you wait with salad, or the more unhealthy version if you wish. Also, take away pizzas. If you walk up the hill from The Nest, when you reach a pub called The Hen Vic, turn right and you will find it half way down the road on the left.
60 New Road, Llandeilo
Great takeaway chip shop, open 11.30am to 9.30pm.
48 Rhosmaen Street, Llandeilo SA19 6HA
Phone: 01558 823765
The Chippery , Fish and Chip Restaurant
48 Rhosmaen StGreat takeaway chip shop, open 11.30am to 9.30pm.
48 Rhosmaen Street, Llandeilo SA19 6HA
Phone: 01558 823765
Good Indian takeaway food, past pedestrian crossing on the right of Rhosmaen Street, Llandeilo sa196ha.
Phone :01558824048
Rhosmaen Street
Rhosmaen StreetGood Indian takeaway food, past pedestrian crossing on the right of Rhosmaen Street, Llandeilo sa196ha.
Phone :01558824048
Freshly made Baguettes, Sandwiches, Wraps, Jacket Potatoes, Salads, Cakes, Milkshakes, Frappuccino’s, Hot and Cold Drinks, Also, specials board. Open Monday to Friday 8am -3pm.
1 New Road, SA19 6DB Llandeilo
Mrs Brown's
1 New RdFreshly made Baguettes, Sandwiches, Wraps, Jacket Potatoes, Salads, Cakes, Milkshakes, Frappuccino’s, Hot and Cold Drinks, Also, specials board. Open Monday to Friday 8am -3pm.
1 New Road, SA19 6DB Llandeilo
Amazing for breakfast, lunch or dinner! You cannot book for breakfast or luch and it can get busy, so maybe call ahead to check on weekends. They have an amazing deli too. http://www.wrightsfood.co.uk/#about
83 locals recommend
Wright's Food Emporium
Amazing for breakfast, lunch or dinner! You cannot book for breakfast or luch and it can get busy, so maybe call ahead to check on weekends. They have an amazing deli too. http://www.wrightsfood.co.uk/#about
Y Polyn is a small pub/restaurant tucked away in the verdant Towy valley between the county town of Carmarthen and chic Llandeilo.
We're open six days a week, for lunch and dinner Tuesday to Saturday and for lunch only on Sundays. We’re not trying to be cutting edge or post-modern here. You won’t find foams, gels and technical wizardry on the plate. What you will find is beautiful produce cooked simply and with respect. Saltmarsh lamb, Welsh beef and free range, rare breed pork are highlights of the well balanced menu. We’re very keen to avoid pretention at Y Polyn. Tables are mismatching bare wood, tablecloths are banished, staff wear jeans and you get to pour your own wine.
48 locals recommend
Y Polyn
Y Polyn is a small pub/restaurant tucked away in the verdant Towy valley between the county town of Carmarthen and chic Llandeilo.
We're open six days a week, for lunch and dinner Tuesday to Saturday and for lunch only on Sundays. We’re not trying to be cutting edge or post-modern here. You won’t find foams, gels and technical wizardry on the plate. What you will find is beautiful produce cooked simply and with respect. Saltmarsh lamb, Welsh beef and free range, rare breed pork are highlights of the well balanced menu. We’re very keen to avoid pretention at Y Polyn. Tables are mismatching bare wood, tablecloths are banished, staff wear jeans and you get to pour your own wine.
Friendly pub with restaurant too. Do a great steak!
27 Heol Cennen, Llandeilo SA19 6UL
01558 824640
Open 12:00 PM - 11:59 PM
The Torbay Inn
27 Heol CennenFriendly pub with restaurant too. Do a great steak!
27 Heol Cennen, Llandeilo SA19 6UL
01558 824640
Open 12:00 PM - 11:59 PM
Fantastic food, and lovely welcoming atmosphere. The cocktails are amazing too! Short stroll down over the bridge from the Nest.
The Tregeyb
Fantastic food, and lovely welcoming atmosphere. The cocktails are amazing too! Short stroll down over the bridge from the Nest.
Flows on Market St
Diod
135 Rhosmaen StPitchfork & Provision
113 Rhosmaen StreetLolfa Llandeilo
Sightseeing
Take a short stroll up the hill from The Nest and you will arrive at the 800acre estate of Dinefwr. You could walk for hours around the estate, or venture into the 12 century castle or Newton House…
94 locals recommend
Dinefwr Castle
Take a short stroll up the hill from The Nest and you will arrive at the 800acre estate of Dinefwr. You could walk for hours around the estate, or venture into the 12 century castle or Newton House…
A few miles east out of Llandeilo, is one of the most spectacularly sited Welsh castles is Carreg Cennen, located north of Swansea, a few miles south-east of Llandeilo on a minor road off the A483. Spell-binding views are waiting to be experienced from the sharp hilltop upon which the castle sits. Indeed, Carreg Cennen dominates its surroundings, and seems out of place in the mountainous farming terrain which it commands.
106 locals recommend
Carreg Cennen Castle
A few miles east out of Llandeilo, is one of the most spectacularly sited Welsh castles is Carreg Cennen, located north of Swansea, a few miles south-east of Llandeilo on a minor road off the A483. Spell-binding views are waiting to be experienced from the sharp hilltop upon which the castle sits. Indeed, Carreg Cennen dominates its surroundings, and seems out of place in the mountainous farming terrain which it commands.
Only five minute drive from Llandeilo, Aberglasney was made famous by the BBC television series “A Garden Lost in Time” which followed its restoration. Today it is quite simply one of Wales’ finest gardens. A renowned plantsman’s paradise with a unique Elizabethan cloister garden at its heart, Aberglasney offers the opportunity to explore more than 10 acres of magnificent gardens which along with the fully restored ground floor of Aberglasney’s grade II* listed mansion.
100 locals recommend
Aberglasney Gardens
Only five minute drive from Llandeilo, Aberglasney was made famous by the BBC television series “A Garden Lost in Time” which followed its restoration. Today it is quite simply one of Wales’ finest gardens. A renowned plantsman’s paradise with a unique Elizabethan cloister garden at its heart, Aberglasney offers the opportunity to explore more than 10 acres of magnificent gardens which along with the fully restored ground floor of Aberglasney’s grade II* listed mansion.
Even at first glimpse, it is clear that the long ridge occupied by Dinefwr and the rocky knoll on which Dryslwyn sits perched are positions of the most extraordinary defensive strength. But suggestions that prehistoric fortifications possibly underlie the medieval castles are not borne out by any evidence. This said, the finds of Roman material within the locality of Dinefwr, and references in the Book of St Teilo and the Book of Llandaff indicate that nearby Llandeilo Fawr was a place of no little significance well before the arrival of the Normans.
29 locals recommend
Dryslwyn Castle
B4297Even at first glimpse, it is clear that the long ridge occupied by Dinefwr and the rocky knoll on which Dryslwyn sits perched are positions of the most extraordinary defensive strength. But suggestions that prehistoric fortifications possibly underlie the medieval castles are not borne out by any evidence. This said, the finds of Roman material within the locality of Dinefwr, and references in the Book of St Teilo and the Book of Llandaff indicate that nearby Llandeilo Fawr was a place of no little significance well before the arrival of the Normans.
These unique gold mines are set amid wooded hillsides overlooking the beautiful Cothi Valley.
2,000 years ago, the powerful Romans left behind a glimpse of gold-mining methods. The harsh mining environment continued in the 19th and 20th centuries, ending in 1938.
Guided tours take you back to experience the conditions of the Roman, Victorian and 1930s underground workings.
See and hear the 1930s mine and mine machinery. Have a go at gold panning and take the opportunity to experience the frustrations of searching for real gold.
28 locals recommend
National Trust - Dolaucothi Gold Mines
These unique gold mines are set amid wooded hillsides overlooking the beautiful Cothi Valley.
2,000 years ago, the powerful Romans left behind a glimpse of gold-mining methods. The harsh mining environment continued in the 19th and 20th centuries, ending in 1938.
Guided tours take you back to experience the conditions of the Roman, Victorian and 1930s underground workings.
See and hear the 1930s mine and mine machinery. Have a go at gold panning and take the opportunity to experience the frustrations of searching for real gold.
Parks & Nature
A short drive from Llandeilo, set in the beautiful Carmarthenshire countryside, the Garden is a fascinating blend of the modern and historic.
The gardens have an amazing collection of over 8000 different plant varieties, spread across 560 acres of beautiful countryside. They also have the world’s largest single-spanned glasshouse, designed by Lord Foster, that has the best display of Mediterranean climate zone plants in the Northern Hemisphere.
They have developed a stunning range of themed gardens that appeal to a wide range of visitors, from those who just love the sights and smells to those who want to know about plant evolution, the use of medicinal plants or our scientific research.
197 locals recommend
National Botanic Garden of Wales
A short drive from Llandeilo, set in the beautiful Carmarthenshire countryside, the Garden is a fascinating blend of the modern and historic.
The gardens have an amazing collection of over 8000 different plant varieties, spread across 560 acres of beautiful countryside. They also have the world’s largest single-spanned glasshouse, designed by Lord Foster, that has the best display of Mediterranean climate zone plants in the Northern Hemisphere.
They have developed a stunning range of themed gardens that appeal to a wide range of visitors, from those who just love the sights and smells to those who want to know about plant evolution, the use of medicinal plants or our scientific research.
Brechfa Forest is part of Cothi valley, providing walkers, cyclists (both road and mountain bikers) and horse riders with beautiful circular routes to explore.
Brechfa Forest is becoming widely respected in mountain biking circles. We have three trails all designed by Rowan Sorrell.
The River Cothi is the largest tributary of the River Tywi in south Wales. It is noted for its trout and sea trout (sewin) fishing and for its beautiful scenery.
12 locals recommend
Brechfa Forest
Brechfa Forest is part of Cothi valley, providing walkers, cyclists (both road and mountain bikers) and horse riders with beautiful circular routes to explore.
Brechfa Forest is becoming widely respected in mountain biking circles. We have three trails all designed by Rowan Sorrell.
The River Cothi is the largest tributary of the River Tywi in south Wales. It is noted for its trout and sea trout (sewin) fishing and for its beautiful scenery.
The Red Kite Feeding Station is located in the village of Llanddeusant at the western edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park in Carmarthenshire, Wales.
As natural scavengers Red Kites benefit from the food provided and the way in which it is made available in limited quantities.
There is no doubt that this regular feeding has helped the Red Kite breeding population maintain it's stronghold in the Llanddeusant and surrounding area and, indeed, increase its numbers. In Wales 20 years ago there were less than 30 breeding pairs of Kites but now, with careful management and protection, there are now well over 300 pairs !
61 locals recommend
Red Kite Feeding Station
South StreetThe Red Kite Feeding Station is located in the village of Llanddeusant at the western edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park in Carmarthenshire, Wales.
As natural scavengers Red Kites benefit from the food provided and the way in which it is made available in limited quantities.
There is no doubt that this regular feeding has helped the Red Kite breeding population maintain it's stronghold in the Llanddeusant and surrounding area and, indeed, increase its numbers. In Wales 20 years ago there were less than 30 breeding pairs of Kites but now, with careful management and protection, there are now well over 300 pairs !
Arts & Culture
Take a short stroll up the hill from The Nest and you will arrive at the 800acre estate of Dinefwr. You could walk for hours around the estate, or venture into the 12 century castle or Newton House...
13 locals recommend
Newton House
Take a short stroll up the hill from The Nest and you will arrive at the 800acre estate of Dinefwr. You could walk for hours around the estate, or venture into the 12 century castle or Newton House...
Shopping
Nestled in the destination shopping town of Llandeilo and taking a step away from the traditional jewellers, Bentley & Co’s Jewellery Gallery is a light-filled, refreshingly contemporary space; with a relaxed and welcoming vibe, exhibiting our own handmade Jewellery along side other British jewellery designers. The concept is simple; we want to put the customer in touch with the ethos of the design process.
Via our online store and Gallery we focus on introducing talented British jewellery designers to our customers. We have a diverse selection of exquisite designs, which not only reflect individuality, but also represent a good investment. We recognise that jewellery should be as distinctive as the wearer…
To meet our customer’s demand for unique pieces, Bentley & Co has a consultation suite together with a fully equipped workshop onsite at the Llandeilo Gallery. The consultation area is a relaxing comfortable space where customers can sit with jewellery designers to discuss commissions, including engagement and wedding rings. Design consultations is free, and worth exploring as it affords the potential for a bespoke piece of jewellery exclusively made for you; whether it’s re-cycling an old piece of jewellery that’s been in your family for decades, designing a personalized engagement ring, or simply creating something new to mark a special occasion. The new workshops will also enable Bentley Jewellery to accommodate all repairs on the premises, some even within the hour.
We hope you enjoy our online store, and that you will be able to visit us in the gallery soon. If there is anything we can help with, please don’t hesitate to contact us as we will be more than happy to help in any way we can – we’re very friendly here!
As distinctive as the wearer……
Barr & Co Jewellery Ltd
7 Carmarthen StNestled in the destination shopping town of Llandeilo and taking a step away from the traditional jewellers, Bentley & Co’s Jewellery Gallery is a light-filled, refreshingly contemporary space; with a relaxed and welcoming vibe, exhibiting our own handmade Jewellery along side other British jewellery designers. The concept is simple; we want to put the customer in touch with the ethos of the design process.
Via our online store and Gallery we focus on introducing talented British jewellery designers to our customers. We have a diverse selection of exquisite designs, which not only reflect individuality, but also represent a good investment. We recognise that jewellery should be as distinctive as the wearer…
To meet our customer’s demand for unique pieces, Bentley & Co has a consultation suite together with a fully equipped workshop onsite at the Llandeilo Gallery. The consultation area is a relaxing comfortable space where customers can sit with jewellery designers to discuss commissions, including engagement and wedding rings. Design consultations is free, and worth exploring as it affords the potential for a bespoke piece of jewellery exclusively made for you; whether it’s re-cycling an old piece of jewellery that’s been in your family for decades, designing a personalized engagement ring, or simply creating something new to mark a special occasion. The new workshops will also enable Bentley Jewellery to accommodate all repairs on the premises, some even within the hour.
We hope you enjoy our online store, and that you will be able to visit us in the gallery soon. If there is anything we can help with, please don’t hesitate to contact us as we will be more than happy to help in any way we can – we’re very friendly here!
As distinctive as the wearer……
CK's Supermarket
77 Rhosmaen StCo-op Food - Llandeilo
Maryellen's @ the bakery
Essentials
There is also a recycling station behind... Open late every day apart from sunday.
10 locals recommend
Co-op Food - Llandeilo
There is also a recycling station behind... Open late every day apart from sunday.
Nisa Local
Entertainment & Activities
If you love fishing, Llandeilo is the spot for you. The river Towy runs under the bridge leading into Llandeilo. You can fish at the places listed below, but would need to investigate any permits which might be needed:
Trout, Sea Trout and Salmon on the Towy and Cothi rivers:
Golden Grove Estate, Golden Grove (5 mins)
Abercothi Estate, Nantgaredig (15 mins)
Llandeilo Angling Association, Llandeilo (day tickets from Newsagent in Llandeilo)
Cross Hands Angling (day tickets from Cresseli Arms in Pontargothi)
Sea Fishing (both bait, spinning or fly): Worms head, Rhossili bay, Oxwich Bay – all on Gower (50mins - 1hr away)
RIver Towy
If you love fishing, Llandeilo is the spot for you. The river Towy runs under the bridge leading into Llandeilo. You can fish at the places listed below, but would need to investigate any permits which might be needed:
Trout, Sea Trout and Salmon on the Towy and Cothi rivers:
Golden Grove Estate, Golden Grove (5 mins)
Abercothi Estate, Nantgaredig (15 mins)
Llandeilo Angling Association, Llandeilo (day tickets from Newsagent in Llandeilo)
Cross Hands Angling (day tickets from Cresseli Arms in Pontargothi)
Sea Fishing (both bait, spinning or fly): Worms head, Rhossili bay, Oxwich Bay – all on Gower (50mins - 1hr away)
Horse Riding at Dinefwr Riding Centre
Our wide range of horses and ponies will take you from learning how to do a rising trot to being able to ride sequence changes on one of our PSG schoolmasters, or from trotting over a single pole on the ground to jumping a full BSJA course of jumps.
So that we can help you in every way, we even have a walk, trot and canter Equisimulator !
Established for over 24yrs, we are a family run business set in over 140 acres of farmland nestled in the beautiful foothills of the Black Mountain, and home to the Beacons Trakehner Stud
Llandyfan
Ammanford
Carmarthenshire
SA18 2UD
SA18 2UD
Horse Riding at Dinefwr Riding Centre
Our wide range of horses and ponies will take you from learning how to do a rising trot to being able to ride sequence changes on one of our PSG schoolmasters, or from trotting over a single pole on the ground to jumping a full BSJA course of jumps.
So that we can help you in every way, we even have a walk, trot and canter Equisimulator !
Established for over 24yrs, we are a family run business set in over 140 acres of farmland nestled in the beautiful foothills of the Black Mountain, and home to the Beacons Trakehner Stud
Llandyfan
Ammanford
Carmarthenshire
SA18 2UD
Our National Park is a great place for a day out on two wheels, or even a cycle touring or mountain biking holiday. Our bike guides and hire companies can set up anything from a a simple day's bike hire to a complete package with equipment, accommodation, routes and guides all included.
Cycling and mountain biking is a fabulous way to experience our glorious countryside. It gives you healthy exercise, relieves stress and allows you to spend time in the fresh air with family and friends.
Cycling with family and friends helps you stay motivated. You won't want to let them down if you've arranged to go out together. You can challenge each other to a real workout, or take it easy so that you
279 locals recommend
Brecon Beacons
Beacons Park Our National Park is a great place for a day out on two wheels, or even a cycle touring or mountain biking holiday. Our bike guides and hire companies can set up anything from a a simple day's bike hire to a complete package with equipment, accommodation, routes and guides all included.
Cycling and mountain biking is a fabulous way to experience our glorious countryside. It gives you healthy exercise, relieves stress and allows you to spend time in the fresh air with family and friends.
Cycling with family and friends helps you stay motivated. You won't want to let them down if you've arranged to go out together. You can challenge each other to a real workout, or take it easy so that you
Glynhir Golf Club is nestled in the heart of the beautiful and secluded Carmarthenshire countryside. Glynhir is an established parkland course where ambling fairways and mature wooded areas are plentiful.
Glynhir Golf Club
Glynhir Road, Llandybie
01269 851 365
info@glynhirgolfclub.co.uk
6 locals recommend
Glynhir Golf Course
Glynhir RoadGlynhir Golf Club is nestled in the heart of the beautiful and secluded Carmarthenshire countryside. Glynhir is an established parkland course where ambling fairways and mature wooded areas are plentiful.
Glynhir Golf Club
Glynhir Road, Llandybie
01269 851 365
info@glynhirgolfclub.co.uk