BOOKSHOPS

Known as the First Booktown in the World. Learn more about Hay's Bookshops.

EVENTS

What's happening in Hay and the surrounding area. Find out here!

TOURISM

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ACTIVITIES

Looking for something to do in Hay or in the local area? We've got you covered!

Croeso i'r Gelli / Welcome to Hay-on-Wye

World renowned for books and bookshops. Its unique position on the border between England and Wales makes Hay ideal for visitors to explore and enjoy the beautiful border country. Our website has information for both visitors and residents.

Hay Castle

Opened in May 2022 for the first time in its 900-year history, and used for private and community events, exhibitions, music, performing arts, and cultural activities.

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Hay Music

In the Town of Books, throughout the year Hay Music brings you inspiring music too. A range of Early, Classical and Contemporary Chamber Music performed by top ranking musicians.

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Hay Market Day

In the centre of Hay every Thursday, about 40 traders bring the best local produce, street food, crafts and flea to the streets of Hay.

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Announcements

STOP PRESS

Coming Soon...

Addyman Books are about to open their fifth shop. It will only be selling books and other things to do with one author. The first ten people from outside Hay who can guess this author will receive a £10 voucher to spend at any of our five shops: Addyman Books, The Addyman Annexe, Murder & Mayhem, Christie & Doyle and A Shop Called…

NEW SHOP

Hay-on-Wye Comics!

Hay-on-Wye Comics is a place that celebrates word and image! The stock ranges from the classics to the curious: children’s graphic novels to American, British and international back issues, to comic adaptations of classic literature, non-fiction and educational comics, to manga, and local small-press comics and zines. Both secondhand and new graphic novels and manga are available. Collectable toys and local artists’ work are also for sale... and there's a secret game room!
Open Wednesday-Sunday from 10:30-5pm (and everyday in season). Find us at: 23 Castle Street, Hay-on-Wye, HR3 5DF.
Email: hayonwyecomics@gmail.com
Website: www.hayonwyecomics.com
Instagram: @hayonwyecomics

NEW SHOP

Bookshop 451

BOOKSHOP451 for all things sci-fi and fantasy! A welcoming space with enthusiastic and knowledgeable staff who are happy to chat all things book and make recommendations, or equally leave you to browse our large fantasy and science fiction sections, alongside romantasy, horror and first edition and collectable books. Stocking some graphic novels, YA books and a small selection of prints and cards as well, come and say hello!
Website: www.bookshop451.co.uk

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