Things to do in and around Glynhir Estate

There is more than enough to keep you busy both at Glynhir and further afield. Whether it’s an art course or an ancient Celtic castle, a day on the beach or a spot of fishing, you’ll find an activity for you on the estate or just a short drive away.

Katy is always on hand to help you plan your stay and are happy to book trips and courses on your behalf.

Things to do at Glynhir:

Art courses – various media including painting, pottery, quilting, patchwork, photography

Creative writing courses

Fishing on the river Loughor (permits required) – for brown trout and sewin

Bird Watching – Glynhir is home to red kites, buzzards, sparrow hawks, grey heron, nuthatch, wood warbler, wagtails and dippers

Walking – roam the estate’s 220 acres!

Things to do further afield:

Golf course – an 18 hole course 500 yards down the road

Horse riding – several excellent riding schools in the area for all abilities

The Castles of Dinefwr, Carreg Cennen, Dryslwyn and Llanstephen

Browse the shops in nearby market town of Llandeilo

Explore Carmarthenshire, ‘the garden of Wales’

• National Botanic gardens
• Lost gardens of Aberglasney
• DinefwrPark
• GelliAur Country Park

Sandy beaches at the Gower and Carmarthen Bay

Walking in the spectacular Brecon Beacons

Fishing on the Towy in Llandeilo

Roman Gold Mines at Dolaucothi

Dylan Thomas’ Boat House in Laugharne

These are just a few ideas to get you started, but there are also steam railways, caves, livestock markets, old fashioned wool and flour mills, art galleries and craft shops and much more – just ask Katy!