Builth Wells, Market town in Powys, Wales
Description
Builth Wells is a market town in Powys where the Wye and Irfon rivers meet in a valley setting. The town sits within rolling farmland and green hills that form its natural landscape.
History
The name comes from Old Welsh words meaning ox and meadows, with Wells added in the 1800s when local springs became known. This naming reflects how the area's natural features shaped its identity.
Culture
The Royal Welsh Show in July draws visitors to view regional crafts, livestock competitions, and agricultural displays. This event shows how important farming traditions remain to the community and connects people across Wales.
Practical
Builth Road railway station connects the town via the Heart of Wales Line for regional travel. The A483 and A470 roads provide convenient road access from surrounding areas.
Did you know?
A local cattle breed called the Builth Smokey Face developed here as a specialized Hereford variant. It was adapted over time to suit the region's farming conditions.
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Builth Castle
1.3 km
Aberedw Castle
4.8 km
Pencerrig
3.9 km
Parish Church of St. Mary
1.1 km
St Matthew's Church
2.1 km
Church Of St. Teilo, Llandeilo Graban
7.8 km
Church of St Dubricius
7.4 km
Alpha Calvinistic Methodist Chapel
1.1 km
No.2 (Lion Hotel) Broad Street
1.3 km
Church of St Maritius
4.9 km
West Street Memorial English Baptist Church
982 m
Memorial to Llywelyn ap Gruffudd, Prince of Wales
3.8 km
St David's Church
1.4 km
Builth Wells Library
1.1 km
Horeb Congregational Chapel
1.1 km
Hope Chapel, attached house and vestry
5.4 km
Swan Hotel,Market Street
1 km
Wye Bridge
1.3 km
Post Office,Strand Street
1.1 km
Court Mill
6.3 km
Caer Beris
938 m
St Afan's Church, Llanafan Fechan
6.3 km
No.9 (Premises Now Occupied By National Westminster Bank) West Street
1 km
Builth Wells War Memorial
1.2 km
Cwm Berwyn
6.1 km
Wyeside Arts Centre
1.3 km
Telephone Call-Box,Castle Street
1.3 km
No.13 (The White Horse Ph) High Street
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