Radnorshire – Sir Faesyfed

Local Pub Guide

Branch area pubs selling real ale

  • Abbeycwmhir
    • Happy Union, Abbeycwmhir LD1 6PH Telephone(01597) 851203

      This Grade II listed pub lies in an isolated valley next to the historic Abbey cwm Hir Hall and the ruins of the largest abbey in Wales, reputedly where the body of Llywelyn ap Gruffudd is buried - the last native prince of Wales. Opening times vary but it is usually open for a few hours every evening. A different real ale is served each week, often from a regional brewer, but it usually runs out by Wednesday.

  • Aberedw
    • Seven Stars Inn Aberedw LD2 3UW Telephone(01982) 560762

      After a community buy out, it opened in April 2019. It is now open seven days a week. Historic village pub close to the ancient church, scenic river gorge and castle mound. The large main bar has low beams, exposed stonework and a wood-burning stove. Two tables outside at the rear. Bench seat outside at the front. Bar closing times are flexible.

  • Beguildy
    • Radnorshire Arms Beguildy LD7 1YE Telephone(01547) 510634

      A roadside pub that is popular with diners. The Radnorshire Arms dates back to the sixteenth century and was probably a drovers pub at one time. The old stone building is extensively modernised inside with semi open plan bar, lounge and dining areas. Decorated with a large collection of horse brasses. Has inglenook fireplace and a wood stove. Pleasant enclosed garden. Occasional quiz nights. There are separate menus for lunch, evenings and Sunday lunches with daily specials.

  • Clyro
    • Baskerville Hall Hotel Clyro HR3 5LE Telephone(01497) 820003

      Known locally as Clyro Court, this establishment is more like a hotel, with hotel hours. A guest beer is served, usually from a local source. It serves its guests and clientele taking part in various outdoor activities. There is a 4x4 course nearby. It is also well known for its regular disco. It was built in 1839 by Thomas Baskerville. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle visited the place and heard the local legend about the ghost of Black Vaughan of Hergest Court and his demon dog in the 15th century and it became the basis for the famous story of the Hound of the Baskervilles. The building became a school in the 1940s, then a hotel and health farm.

  • Felindre
    • Wharf Inn Felindre LD7 1YW Telephone(01547) 510659

      The pub was originally the Builder’s Arms, dating back to the early 1800s The old stables have been converted into a pool room and the malting became a carpenter’s shop, then was incorporated into the pub. Closed in 2016 and re-opened in 2022. Best to check ahead for opening times. One real ale served, usually from Ludlow Brewery. A locals pub in nice countryside.

  • Gladestry
    • Royal Oak Inn Gladestry HR5 3NR Telephone(01544) 370586

      Located in the village centre, in the wilds of Radnorshire. On the Offa's Dyke National Trail, between Hay on Wye and Kington. July and August opens Wednesday 5 to 10 pm.Three real ales available. Two changing beers from Hobsons, Three Tuns or Ludlow breweries. Opens some lunch times and evenings. Walkers and dogs on a lead always welcome. Two luxury bed & breakfast suites available for booking all year round..

  • Glasbury
    • Foyles of Glasbury Glasbury HR3 5LQ Telephone(01497) 847550

      Formerly the Maesllwch Arms. Re-0pened in 2015 after extensive renovation, as an upmarket hotel with a modern bar/restaurant. The central bar connects with a large dining area, extending into a conservatory at the front. There is a separate dining room in the other wing of the building and a patio dining area and garden in front. The food is highly rate and it is popular with visitors and locals.

  • Hundred House
    • Hundred House Hundred House LD1 5RY Telephone(01982) 570446

      Re-furbished drover’s inn on the edge of a common. Old flagstones and timber beams have been retained. Two bars, a restaurant area and games room. Wood stove. Popular with locals and campers, has a pool table, dart boards and variety of board games. Large car park and riverside garden.

      Dogs not allowed in the pub, but can use the outside area.

  • Knighton
    • (The)Kinsley. Station Road Knighton LD7 1DT Telephone(01547) 520753

      Traditional nineteenth century pub close to railway station and River Teme. Long narrow bar area with open fire. Side garden area overlooks Knighton Rugby ground (Rugby shown on TV). (The) Kinsley re-opened in 2024 after 18 years closure as a pub. On the Offa's Dyke footpath.

    • George & Dragon 4 Broad Street Knighton LD7 1BL Telephone(01547) 528607

      Old building dating from the 1600s. Re-opened in summer 2026 after a short closure. Large open plan bar area overlooking the street with separate dining room, plans to serve food lunch and evenings

    • Golden Lion 15 High Street Knighton LD7 1AT Telephone(01547) 528757

      A Sports Bar that only appears to open evenings at the weekend. Advertises Pizza Saturday evenings. No regular real ale apparently, except for when the Crib Team is playing?

    • Plough Hotel 40 Market Street Knighton LD7 1EY

      Old building in a quiet part of town. Long public bar frequented mainly by locals. Pool table to rear and TV for sports. Lounge bar currently closed.

    • RAFA Club 14 High Street Knighton LD7 1AT Telephone(0116) 266 5224

      CAMRA members are welcome

    • Watsons Firkin Lounge 24 High Street Knighton LD7 1AT Telephone07366 594997

      Near the clock tower, up the pedestrian walkway, on the left next to the chippy. Previously a tea room and before that a butcher's shop (spot the hooks and cold room door). They sell Skyborry perry, locally produced in the town. Walkers and dogs welcome. Order your food at the chippy next door to have with your drinks. Take away yourself or can be delivered. At various times, that keep changing, they have a "Special night".

      As of April 2025 the owner has decided to change the name to, WATSONS FIRKIN LOUNGE

    • Y Banc 5 Broad Street Knighton LD7 1BL Telephone(01547) 520009

      Nineteenth century bank building converted into a spacious open plan bar/restaurant, with a large covered patio area at the front. Popular with locals and diners. The old vault is a quirky room with dining tables inside. Piped music but no TV or jukebox. Regular quiz nights and occasional live music.

  • Knucklas,
    • Castle Inn Knucklas, LD7 1PW Telephone(01547) 528150

      The building dates back to the seventeenth century but the first mention as a pub was in the 1851 census. There is some nice oak panelling in the bar area. The pub has a separate smoking area and a beer garden. There have been a few different owners in recent years but it now has a good reputation for meals and accommodation. Opening hours can vary. Ring ahead to check.

  • Llanbister
    • Lion Hotel Llanbister LD1 6TN Telephone(01597) 840244

      Built about 1878, this is a traditional village pub with two rooms. The beer is a rotating selection of polypins, from local breweries, served from the counter and is more likely to be available at weekends. On weekdays, especially during winter, you may not find any real ale. Home made pub grub is available plus curries on the specials board. Roast dinners on Sundays. There are three en suite rooms available. The present owners took over in 1993. Between 1981 and 1993 it was first a craft shop then a restaurant. The rampant golden lion on a red shield was the arms of the king of Maelienydd. Open seven days a week but irregular hours. Telephone in advance.

  • Llandrindod Wells
    • Arvon Ale House Temple Street Llandrindod Wells LD1 5DP

      Opened in November 2014, it was the first micropub in Powys. Sold in early 2021, the new owners' opened it on the 7th anniversary. Now has additional keg lager and a keg cider fonts. Real ales are sourced from Wales, the borders and the Midlands. Usually has three Wye Valley beers and a dark ale.Up to eight real ciders are offered, some now with added flavouring. Formed out of a former shop premises, the pub is a small proper alehouse for the quiet enjoyment of beer, with no extraneous attractions. In 2016 it was Wales Pub of the Year and Wales Cider Pub of the Year.

    • Commodore Hotel Spa Road Llandrindod Wells LD1 5ER Telephone(01597) 822585

      Separate bar attached to the hotel called the Log Cabin.

    • Conservative Club South Crescent Llandrindod Wells LD1 5DH Telephone(01597) 822126

      Located in the centre of this historic spa town, the 'Con' Club is a Good Beer Guide regular entry. There is a large lounge, TV room, games bar snooker and pool tables and a small front patio/smoking area. Until the early 1970s the building was the Lansdown Hotel. Good value lunches are served Thursday, Friday and pre booked Sundays. Card carrying CAMRA members are welcome to sign in as guests.

    • Hampton Hotel Craig Road Llandrindod Wells LD1 5HS

      The hotel was originally built as two separate houses. In the 1930s it became a Youth Hostel and was converted to a hotel in the 1950s. The interior has been modernised, with flooring of bare boards and low, comfortable seating. Internal walls have been removed and there are two separate drinking spaces.

    • Llandrindod Golf Club Grosvenor Road Llandrindod Wells LD1 5NY Telephone(01597) 822247

      Llandrindod Wells Golf Club welcomes visitors and non members. An 18-hole golf club established in 1905, overlooking the town with extensive views of the beautiful mid Wales countryside all around. Two regularly changing guest ales and a 70-seater restaurant. The beers can bit a bit more expensive here but worth it for the views.

    • Llanerch Inn Llanerch Lane Llandrindod Wells LD1 6BZ Telephone(01597) 822234

      A sixteenth century former coaching inn, which pre-dates the Victorian town. The pub is much extended with rooms on several levels but retains some original features. There is an Inglook fireplace with a woodburner Pews are in various rooms. Outdoor tables in an old orchard at the front, plus a covered rear patio. Serves a wide selection of meals. Three beers served. Hosts regular local live music acts on Saturday nights. Games room with dominos, darts, pool and TV. Convenient for train and bus station.

    • Metropole Hotel Temple Street Llandrindod Wells LD1 5DY Telephone(01597) 823700

      An interesting building with much history. The hotel has gradually expanded over the years to become the premier hotel in town, especially as a conference centre. There are 16 function suites. Meals are served throughout the day and there is an "a la carte" menu in the evening. In the 1900s there was an imposing main entrance on the east side, on Beaufort Road (now the car park) but then the town developed along Temple Street and the entrance was moved to the west side. As with other large hotels in Llandrindod, during World War II the building was requisitioned by the army. Opens all day.

    • Middleton Arms Tremont Road Llandrindod Wells LD1 5EB Telephone(01597) 822066

      Re-named "The Middy Sports & Lounge Bar" in May 2023. It now has 3 large screen TV's for viewing Sky and BT sports channels. A friendly street corner local at the north end of town, on the road to Newtown. Named after one of the town's Victorian developers. The pub supports four darts teams as well as pool and dominoes teams. Can also drink in the enclosed outdoor garden area.

    • Montpellier Hotel Temple Street Llandrindod Wells LD1 5HW Telephone(01597) 822388

      Large nineteenth century hotel.

    • Royal British Legion Club Tremont Road Llandrindod Wells LD1 5EB Telephone(01597) 822558

      Situated in the north end of Llandrindod near to the railway station. Two real ales served by handpump. It has three bars one of which is a large function room. Pub games of snooker, darts, dominoes and pool are played. There is entertainment on many Fri &Sat nights and bingo is played every Thurs & Sun nights. There is off road parking at both sides and a smoking shelter at one side.

    • Temple Bar Fiveways, Temple Street Llandrindod Wells LD1 5HG Telephone(01597) 825405

      Under new managementit in May 2023. It is on the A483 at the corner of Five Ways roundabout, at the southern end of town going towards Builth Wells. Over the road is The Cycle Museum. A two roomed bar with seating front and side outside. Seperate lunch and evening menu's. Opening hours vary.

  • Llanelwedd
    • Llanelwedd Arms Station Road Llanelwedd LD2 3SR Telephone(01982) 553282

      Located in Radnorshire by the River Wye bridge, just before you enter Builth Wells town. Nearby is the Royal Welsh showground. British and Thai menu. Now a hotel for residents only. Public Bar closed to the public.

  • Llanfihangel-nant-Melan
    • Fforest Inn Llanfihangel-nant-Melan LD8 2TN Telephone(01544) 350526

      Re-opened in April 2024. Opening hours and food times are subject to variation. Best to phone aead !!

      The Fforest Inn was originally built in the 16th century as a Drovers Inn. Steeped in history and recently renovated, it still retains many of it original features with a more up-to-date, comfortable and welcoming environment.

  • Llangunllo
    • Greyhound Llangunllo LD7 1SP Telephone(01547) 550400

      It is owned by a CAMRA member, so the beers are usually good. This unique sixteenth century village pub is set in picturesque countryside. It is the first stop on the Glyndwr Way long distance foot path. The station is on the Heart of Wales line. Draught cider is Weston's Family Reserve. There are open mike sessions. Generally no food available, but can be cheese rolls sometimes.

  • Llanyre
    • Bell Inn Main Street Llanyre LD1 6DY Telephone(01597) 823959

      Late nineteenth century stone pub, extended in the 1970’s. Under new management in 2026. Luxuriously refurbished inside, with large open plan bar/dining area and public bar/games room at the front. Small garden at the rear and covered seating area at the side. Menu features speciality pizzas and steak nights.

  • New Radnor
    • Radnor Arms Broad Street New Radnor LD8 2SP Telephone07469 094136

      Now a community owened premesis it opened in April 2025. A traditional village pub with two bars in a building that dates from around 1700. Situated within the medieval walls and near the castle of this once county town, the Radnor offer four cask beers from Hobsons brewery.They have a beer tasting tray of 3x 1/3 pint. Also bottled gluten free beer. The pub is popular with visitors to the nearby caravan site.

  • Newbridge on Wye
    • Golden Lion Newbridge on Wye LD1 6LN Telephone(01597) 860392

      Nineteenth century stone roadside pub. Popular with locals. Public bar with open fire and separate lounge/dining area. Sunny outside patio drinking area. Real ale occasionally available. Sunday carvery. Due to change ownership in October 2026.

    • New Inn Newbridge on Wye LD1 6HY Telephone(01597) 860211

      Traditional stone village inn that started off as row of cottages, dating back to the Sixteenth century. Main bar with pub games and music memorabilia, plus separate dining and function rooms. Pleasant outdoor seating area in front. Serves traditional pub food as well as pizzas and themed menus, including chippy nights. Quiz nights and bingo. .

  • Old Radnor
    • Harp Inn Old Radnor LD8 2RH Telephone(01544) 350655

      Occupies an old stone, grade 2 listed building, situated on the hillside, with extensive views towards Radnor Forest. The sensitively restored interior preserves flagstone floors and original oak beams. Has a connecting bar and restaurant area and a separate dining room, serving an extensive choice of home cooked food. Large garden area in front.

  • Pant-y-dwr
    • Mid Wales Inn Pant-y-dwr LD6 5LL Telephone(01597) 870511

      A remote pub which is the base for local games teams. Recently re-opened. Has a long open-plan bar and pool room leading off. Originally a terrace of nineteenth century cottages but much altered over the years and now features reproduction wooden beams, brick effect wallpaper and a fibreglass thatch roof. Recently re-opened but not always serving real ale. No buses pass by, since October 2018.

  • Penybont
    • Severn Arms Penybont LD1 5UA Telephone(01597) 851224

      A nineteenth century roadside hotel, was once an important staging post for mail coaches between Hereford and Aberystwyth. Popular with locals and diners. Public bar, leading out onto patio/garden, facing Penybont racecourse across the river. Separate dining, games and function rooms Guest beers once a month in summer. Same ownership as Lion Royal in Rhayader.

  • Presteigne
    • Daphnes 53 High Street Presteigne LD8 2BE Telephone07377 909216

      Opened in 2023. It calls itself a Italian Restaurant. This is a restaurant, where drinking alcohol, including draught and bottled beer, is only allowed when food is being consumed.

    • Dukes Arms 3-5 Broad Street Presteigne LD8 2LD Telephone(01544) 167216

      Traditional pub, popular with locals. One of the oldest in Radnorshire, dating back to the 1480’s. Later used as a coaching inn. Has a lounge bar with stone walls, carved oak beams, panelling and open fires. Also, a separate public bar with TV, pool room and large sheltered rear garden.

    • Radnorshire Arms Hotel High Street Presteigne LD8 2BE Telephone(01544) 267536

      This historic hotel dates back to the sixteenth century. It was the former home of Sir Christopher Hatton, a favourite of Queen Elizabeth 1st. The pub retains many original features, original floorboards and beams, oak panelling and a priest’s hole. Cosy open fires and a large pleasant garden.

    • Royal British Legion Club Hereford Street Presteigne LD8 2AR Telephone(01544) 260205

      One guest beer, changes weekly. Some bottle conditioned beers also available. Non members need to be signed in.

    • Royal Oak High Street Presteigne LD8 2BB Telephone(01544) 260842

      The pub dates back to 1823. It' s a simple family-run, community pub with a central bar and a separate dining area at a higher level. It's a popular place for dining.

  • Rhayader
    • Castle East Street Rhayader LD6 5DL Telephone(01597) 811228

      A busy pub on the cross roads in the centre of town. Front lounge and rear sports bar with TV, darts and pool. Happy hours and Sunday carvery available. Occasional live music and karaoke.

    • Crown Inn North Street Rhayader LD6 5BT Telephone(01597) 811099

      An old coaching Inn believed to date back to the 16th century. Cosy main bar with wood panelling, low beams and an open fire. Courtyard and patio drinking areas with a separate restaurant/functions room. Popular with diners. Same ownership as Lamb & Flag opposite. A feature of the pub is the extensive collection of archive photographs and memorabilia. It has been put together from many sources over a number of years and has much interest as local history.

    • Eagles Inn Church Street Rhayader LD6 5AT Telephone(01597) 821706

      Opening times are for Summer. Phone for Winter opening times.

      Said to be the oldest pub in Rhayader. Three interconnecting rooms and a large beer garden at the rear, also a seating area on the front forecourt. A traditional family pub with low ceilings Pub food served all day.

    • Elan Hotel West Street Rhayader LD6 5AF Telephone(01597) 811208

      The Elan Hotel was originally a row of terraced cottages, probably dating back to the 18th century. It became a hotel in 1938 and extended about 5 years ago. It now has an open plan, contemporary, relaxed style, apart from the noise from the gaming machines and the TV. There is a dining area extending to the back of the building and some comfortable sofas and chairs near the bar counter. There is a beer garden is at the rear. The Elan has a hotel license so you can have a pint with your breakfast if you want. There are regular daytime bus links to Llandrindod Wells in one direction and to Aberystwyth in the other.

    • Lamb & Flag Inn North Street Rhayader LD6 5BU Telephone(01597) 810819

      Large open plan bar, with inglenook fireplace and games area, and separate restaurant/functions room. Tables out front and on side patio are popular and often crowded in good weather. Originally a timber framed house dating back to about 1700. It is much altered and extended but some original timber framing remains. There is a deep inglenook fireplace set in thick stone walls. The food is honest pub grub and there are daily specials. Same ownership as Crown Inn opposite but beer range differs.

    • Triangle Inn Llansanffraed Cwmdeuddwr Rhayader LD6 5AR Telephone(01597) 810537

      Popular locally for its food and ales. There has been a pub here since the 16th century, originally the named Tyfarn-y-Rhyd (Tavern on the Ford) and favoured by drovers on the Hereford to Aberystwyth drive. It is a snug little inn with low ceilings and interconnecting spaces. The nickname, 'The Pit', comes from the need to stand in a pit to play darts. Three real ales are served from Glamorgan and Wye Valley breweries and it is usually busy serving meals, including blackboard specials. The toilets are across the road. Not open on Sundays except during the summer holidays. Summer school holidays (end July & August) as above except opens at 17:00. See Facebook. Self contained accommodation is available in a separate cottage opposite the pub.