A relaxing and comfortable bed & breakfast and restaurant situated in the historic book town of Hay-On-Wye. The Lions Gate once guarded the historic Hay-On-Wye castle and is home to this 17th Century Inn. Steeped in history and myth it is reputed that Oliver Cromwell stayed at The Old Black Lion whilst the round-heads besieged Hay Castle.

Located on aptly named Lion Street in Hay-on-Wye this mixture of olde-worlde charm and new Century finesse in this Grade II listed building boasts award winning food with an ambiance and service to match.

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Hay Festival 2023

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If you would like to book a room with us during the Hay Festival next year, please fill out the details below. Due to the volume of requests we won't be able to respond to each request individually, therefore if you don't hear from us by the end of June, this unfortunatley means we don't have availability.

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The Old Black Lion Inn is privately owned and personally managed by proprietors Gill & James Walton who look forward to welcoming you as their guest. Hay-on-Wye is within the Brecon Beacons National Park with some of the most stunning scenery in Wales. It is an international destination for bibliophiles, with over twenty fascinating bookshops to browse, many selling specialist and collectable books. The town also boasts many boutique independent shops and cafes and what must be one of the most luxurious small cinemas in the country.

Food

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Under the watchful eye of our Head Chef, Mark Turton, our talented team put together a daily range of delicious dishes. The ingredients we use are always seasonal and where ever we can are locally sourced. If you have any questions about food ingredients we are able to provide sources and information on allergens to allow informed choices to be made for those with specialised dietary requirements.

Bar & Restaurant

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In our bar you can choose from our carefully selected wine list or opt for one of our refreshing cask ales from local breweries like Wye Valley or Evans Evans. We also serve local cider and quality lagers chilled and ready to quench your thirst. Whatever you choose to eat, we've got the perfect wine to accompany your meal too.

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