Articles

Notes for a slower kind of holiday.

Short pieces written by people who spend their working lives with meadows, hedgerows and the things that live in them. Grouped by the stage of a trip they’re most useful at — deciding where to go, being there, and what to do with it once you’re home.

Before you book

Choosing where to go

Working out which corner of Mid Wales suits the sort of holiday you’re after, and what to look for in a place before you commit.

Is Two Nights Enough at Graig Fawr? A Realistic Guide to Trip Length

"Is two nights enough?" is a common question for those considering a stay at Graig Fawr. The honest answer? It

A Quiet, Dog-Friendly Christmas and New Year Break in Mid Wales

Escape to Graig Fawr, a tranquil stone barn nestled in 40 acres of Mid Wales farmland, where a dog-friendly Christmas

Is Graig Fawr Dog-Friendly? A Guide for Owners of Reactive Dogs

Is your dog reactive and struggles with unfamiliar environments? Graig Fawr offers a unique retreat designed specifically for dogs like

Why Graig Fawr Has No Hot Tub — And What You Get Instead

Quick Answer: Graig Fawr, our stone barn near Beulah in the Cambrian Mountains, has no hot tub or pool. We

Ultimate Writers Retreat in the Cambrian Mountains

Quick Answer Graig Fawr is a one-bedroom stone barn set within 40 private acres in the Cambrian Mountains near Beulah,

While you're here

Making the most of the days

Slow, close-to-the-door things to do once you’ve arrived — walks, water, and skies worth staying up for.

The Ancient History of Llanafanfawr: A 2,000-Year Story in One Small Parish

Quick Answer: Llanafanfawr, the Mid Wales parish around Graig Fawr, holds a circular Iron Age earthwork known as Llanafan Castle,

Watching Red Kites at Gigrin Farm: A Guide for Guests at Graig Fawr

Discover the enchanting world of red kites at Gigrin Farm, Mid Wales’ official feeding station, just a short drive from

A Walker’s and Cyclist’s Base Camp in the Cambrian Mountains

Nestled in the breathtaking Cambrian Mountains, our Walker's and Cyclist's Base Camp offers an unparalleled adventure for outdoor enthusiasts. Imagine

Dog Walks Near Builth Wells: A Route Guide From Graig Fawr

Discover the stunning dog walks near Builth Wells, where the picturesque Wye Valley meets the Cambrian foothills. From the flat,

After you leave

Taking a bit of it home

What you saw in a Welsh meadow can inform what happens in your own patch, however small it is.

Bringing the Slow Living Home: What a Digital Detox Weekend in Mid Wales Teaches You

Quick Answer A digital detox stay at Graig Fawr, a couples-only barn retreat in the Cambrian Mountains, works because there’s

After You Leave: Taking a Wildflower Meadow Holiday Cottage Home With You

A stay on a conservation farm like Graig Fawr doesn’t have to end at checkout. You can turn a corner