Llandovery Creative Weekend

25th Jul 2026 – 26th Jul 2026
Llandovery

Discover your creative side in one of Wales’ most welcoming market towns

Why you'll love it

Spend a summer weekend exploring Llandovery, where artists, makers and craftspeople open their doors for two days of creativity, inspiration and hands-on experiences.

From pottery and stained glass to jewellery making, weaving and printmaking, Llandovery Creative Weekend invites visitors to try something new while discovering the character, independent businesses and warm welcome that make this historic market town so special.

Whether you’re looking for a day out or a relaxing weekend away in Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons), this is a chance to slow down, meet local creatives and leave with both new skills and lasting memories.

Discover Workshops

Creative experiences across the town

Across the weekend, workshops and demonstrations take place in venues throughout Llandovery, led by talented local artists and makers.

Visitors can choose from a wide range of creative experiences, including:

Pottery and ceramics
Stained glass
Jewellery making
Lino printing
Textile and fibre crafts
Floral workshops
Weaving and traditional skills
Mixed media and contemporary art

Many workshops are suitable for beginners, making this an enjoyable experience whether you’re discovering a new hobby or developing existing skills.

Advance booking is recommended for many sessions as places are limited.

Find out more

Make a weekend of it

Llandovery Creative Weekend is the perfect excuse to spend longer exploring the western gateway to Bannau Brycheiniog.

Browse the town’s independent shops, enjoy lunch in one of its cafés or traditional pubs, explore the historic streets and castle, or extend your stay to discover nearby walking routes, scenic drives and some of Wales’ most spectacular landscapes.

Creative weekends like this are all about taking your time and experiencing the destination at a slower pace.

https://www.llandovery.wales/creativeweekend
Llandovery

Good to Know

Saturday 25 – Sunday 26 July 2026

Location

Various venues throughout Llandovery

Suitable for

Adults, beginners, creative enthusiasts and anyone looking for a relaxing weekend experience.

Booking

Many workshops require advance booking.

Full programme and booking information

Discover a different pathway to your stay

rental bikes on show

Drover Cycles, Hay on Wye

Bike Hire and Cycling Adventures with Drover Cycles in Bannau Brycheiniog

Old Railway Line Garden Centre

The Old Railway Line Garden Centre is family run, independent Garden Centre, Farm Shop & Restaurant

Friends of the Brecon Beacons / Cyfeillon Bannau Brycheiniog

To advance the enhancement, protection and conservation of the countryside and other amenities

Where the Wye Wanders

Curated stays and slow travel experiences near Bannau Brycheiniog and the River Wye.
Group learning paddle boarding skills on open water.

Inspire 2 Adventure

SUP, climbing and gorge walking in Bannau Brycheiniog & Wye Valley.
a guide dressed as a miner showing a group around the underground tour area. all wearing hard hats and head torches like a miner would have had too.

Big Pit, National Coal Museum

Big Pit National Coal Museum: Explore Wales’s Mining Heritage in South Wales

Crickhowell Paragliding

Tandem and Solo Paragliding in Bannau Brycheiniog
Light grey curved lines on a green background

Ein Trysor Cudd – The Pencerrig Collection

Luxury cabin for two in Pontsticill with valley views, walking trails. Easy access to Brecon Beacons
a girl on horseback in the autumn light

Tregoyd Mountain Riders

Guided horse riding experiences in the Black Mountains, suitable for beginners to experienced riders
Barney enjoys the clover field ♥️🐑

Jacob Sheep Trekking and Farm Experience Days

Ideal for Group Activity Breaks and Family Breaks in the Brecon Beacons National Park.

Discover Llandovery

Llandovery
Gablebach at Black Mountains Escapes, romantic retreat for two in Bannau Brycheiniog with comfortable interiors and tranquil surroundings.

Gablebach at Black Mountain Escapes

Stay at Gablebach. Vintage interiors, log burner, kitchen, and views of the Tywi Valley
a light and airy double bedroom at the Bed & Breakfast

The New White Lion, Bed and Breakfast

Luxury stay in Llandovery with stylish rooms, heritage, charm and access to Bannau Brycheiniog.
white washed exterior shot of the cottage

Aber Cottages, Bryniau Pell

Escape to Bryniau Pell and Hill Cottage on a 200-acre organic Welsh hill farm in Bannau Brycheiniog.
a double room in the Kings Head Hotel

The King’s Head

A 4-star historic coaching inn in Llandovery, Bannau Brycheiniog, local food and cosy rooms.

Silver Birch Cottage

Enjoy a peaceful stay at Silver Birch Cottage, a cosy dog-friendly retreat perfect for walkers.

Gablebach at Black Mountain Escapes

Arhoswch yn Gablebach. Mewnolion vintage, tân coed, cegin, a golygfeydd dros Ddyffryn Tywi.

Y Castell – Bar and Restaurant

Restaurant and bar serving local food and Welsh drinks in a restored Georgian coaching inn.

Basel Cottage

Ideal for Dog Friendly Breaks in the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park.
Y Golchdy at Black Mountains Escapes, cosy couple’s accommodation in the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park with stylish bedroom, bathroom and comfortable indoor living space.

The Old Laundry (Y Golchdy) at Black Mountain Escapes

Stay at Y Golchdy, a restored brick cottage, log burner, hot tub, veranda, and mountain views.

Fabulous Feltings

Creative feltmaking workshops in the Brecon Beacons, led by local textile artist Jane.