Crickhowell

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Crickhowell bridge Crickhowell (Welsh: Crug Hywel, Crughywel, or Crucywel) is a small town in Powys, North Wales. The name Crickhowell is taken from that of the nearby Iron Age hill fort of Crug Hywel above the town. The town has a population of around 2,800 people.

Today, Crickhowell is a popular tourist destination. In 2005 a Tourist Information centre was built in the centre of town and during summer the town is notably busier. Most people visit Crickhowell to see the Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons, and maybe enjoy some mountain-biking, camping, hillwalking, rock climbing, fly-fishing, hang-gliding, caravanning or simply tour the area by car staying at Bed-and-breakfasts.

Crickhowell Castle. Remains of castle

Crickhowell Bridge. 128 metres (420 ft) 18th century bridge, longest stone bridge in Wales

Tretower Castle, Tretower. remains of small castle and keep

The Dragon Inn Crickhowell, 47 High St, +44 1873 810362.