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The origin of the town dates with certainty from Norman times with the
construction of the timber Motte and Bailey castle by Philip de Braose. The
castle commanded the ancient crossing of the Wye, and as a result controlled
the route to the south which ran over the Eppynt Mountains towards Brecon;
it also guarded the entrance to the valley of the Irfon which gave access to
the west.
As the castle occupied such a strategic position it had a somewhat turbulent
history and in 1277, Edward I had the castle rebuilt in stone.Under the shadows of the castle a town grew up that took its name from the church which had been built outside the castle walls. The following four centuries saw the sporadic growth of a small market town which by 1800 had a population close to 700.
In 1779, a new bridge was erected, on the present site, and during the
1820's a new road was constructed linking north and south Wales. These
improvements led to the quickening growth of the town. However, the basic
fabric of modern Builth dates largely from Victorian and Edwardian times.
This growth, without doubt, resulted from the discovery of the health
springs. It is from this time that the word 'Wells' was added to Builth.
It could be argued that, with the disappearance of the railway and its
absolute decline as a Spa, Builth's heyday has passed. This however, could
not be further from the truth. The ancient function of a market town remains
and Builth without doubt has a lot to offer the resident and visitor alike.
Accountant
Kendrick & Co
R G M Accountancy
Camping
Fforest Fields Caravan & Camping Park
Irfon River Camping & Caravan Park
New House Farm
White House Campsite
Cottage
Dan-y-Castell Cottage
Welcome Cottages
Garden Cottage
Dentist
Dental Surgery
Doctor
Builth Wells Medical Practice
Estate Agent
James Dean
Russell Baldwin & Bright
Strutt & Parker
Golf Club
Builth Wells Golf Club
Holiday Park
Caerwnon Holiday Park
Fforest Fields Caravan & Camping Park
Rhosgoch Holiday Park
Inn
The Yat
Market
Builth Wells Country Market
Groe Car Park Market
Pub and Bar
Barley Mow Inn
Lamb
Llanfair Hotel
Plough Inn
Seven Stars Inn
White Hart Inn
Restaurant
Drawing Room (The)
Drovers
Lasswade Country House & Restaurant
Seven Stars Inn
School
Builth Wells County Primary School
Builth Wells High School
Llanelwedd School
Self-Catering
Dan-y-Castell Cottage
Garden Cottage
Solicitor
Sydney G Thomas & Co
Taxi
Russell's Taxis
Woods Taxis
Theatre
Wyeside Arts Centre
Vet
Derw Veterinary Surgeons
Shops
Foremans Emporium
Flower Shop
Boots
Pets Palace
S G Marshall
Country Ways
Places to Stay near Builth-Wells
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Bronwye Guest House
(0.10 miles)
Bronwye is a rare jewel, a Four star property that surpasses your expectations, yet costs less than local two star properties. We promise a warm welcome and excellent facilities set in a quiet location yet ...
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Maindee Bed & Breakfast
(0.18 miles)
Maindee Guest house is situated beautifully in the historic town of Builth Wells.
Maindee has been recently redecorated throughout and offers a friendly place to stay with lots on offer
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Garden and BBQ area
Free WIFI Access
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Dan-y-Castell Cottage
(0.21 miles)
Dan-y-Castell is a rare jewel, a beautifully restored former chapel nestling directly under Builth Castle Motte and boasting a wealth of character features including Wooden floors, stone arched windows and door ways, stained glass windows ...
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Caer Beris Manor
(0.63 miles)
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Amid 27 acres of parkland, surrounded by the River Irfon, Caer Beris Manor Hotel is a beautiful country retreat in Builth Wells, near the A483, on the Breacon Beacons.
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Pencerrig Gardens Hotel
(1.60 miles)
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Pwllgwilym B&B
(2.35 miles)
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Pwllgwilym Bed and Breakfast (B&B) is situated two miles from Builth Wells in the lovely village of Cilmery, in Mid Wales. Each room has its own personal lounge area with ... more
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Drawing Room (The)
(2.83 miles)
In the two tiny sage-green front rooms, a crackling fire, traditional antiques and porcelain trinkets lend an elegant French atmosphere to this Welsh gem. A brass bedpan stuffed with new slippers suggests this is a ...
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Acorn Court Country House
(4.97 miles)
A Warm Welsh Welcome awaits you at this luxurious, peaceful 5 star 'Visit Wales Gold Award' Country House. Nestled in the Heart of the Welsh countryside, just miles from the Victorian spa town of Llandrindod ...
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Highland Moors Guest House
(5.58 miles)
Highland Moors guest house in Mid Wales is located in 5 acres of beautiful countryside stunning views of the Brecon Beacons to the South. From the roof there are 360º views, and through all the ...
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Lake Country House and Spa
(6.33 miles)
Warmly welcoming, this award winning retreat stands serenely in 50 acres of parkland including a large trout lake, a haven for fascinating wildlife. In such a setting, guests experience the true feeling of Wales.
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