“Traditional style combines with modern luxury”

of many Welsh gins on offer, or perhaps a Welsh craft ale on draught after a long day in the hills.

The team is dedicated to minimising the negative impact of tourism on the environment, and the hotel has a biomass boiler that provides carbon-neutral heating and hot water. This dog-friendly hotel offers a unique, beautiful and relaxing holiday base at the foot of Mount Siabod, at the heart of Snowdonia. www.hotelinsnowdonia.co.uk

Penralley House is a luxury bed and breakfast close to the centre of Rhayader, and offers a warm welcome to all –walkers, cyclists, motorcyclists, bird watchers and motorists.

TheClive Arms is a boutique inn at the heart of Shropshire’s Oakly Park Estate. The beautiful Georgian house offers luxury accommodation and dining in a relaxed atmosphere, where you can enjoy dishes created from fresh, local and seasonal produce.

Situated on the outskirts of the historic town of Ludlow, just off the A49, The Clive Arms is the perfect base for exploring the stunning countryside of south Shropshire and the Welsh Marches. There are 17 large, beautifully appointed rooms, including the Comfy and Comfy Lux, all well equipped for a comfortable stay, while the Plymouth and Windsor suites offer the ultimate in comfort and decor. All rooms are unique, so discuss your needs with the team – be it an extra bed or a dog-friendly room.

With its striking façade of local granite, this beautiful Georgian town house was built about 1774 and extended in 1876. It has been lovingly restored by Steve and Karen, who have retained many of the original features to create a welcoming and relaxing environment. The rear of the house overlooks a large, lush garden with views to the Elan Valley and surrounding countryside, and there is on-site off-street parking.