Hay Castle

Fair play i got to say whoever did the restoration on the castle has done a good job.
I first visited hay on wye in about 2005 as a kid and have been a few times since and the castle was always just dilapidated.
This weekend i took my own kids and was very impressed,it was modern, smart and free entry.
Also got a gift shop, cafe, toilets and you can explore the ruins, a proper tourist attraction now.

My partner and I visited the castle on the weekend. It was a lovely experience, we had coffee on the lawn and we enjoyed looking around the castle inside. Was too busy. staff very friendly. Free entry. Tour £5 extra if you wanted this.

Lovely place to visit, especially if you're into books.
Plenty of old building with great architecture. The castle is lovely to visit, cafe where you can choose to sit in or picnic on the castle grounds grass.
A really good walk (circuit) along the river, dogs can roam, explore of the lead and take the occasional plunge into the river to cool down.
Parking in the town carpark was easy.

We have been waiting for a while to see the completion of this restored castle and what an accomplished job it is. Free entry but we paid for a tour and learnt so much in an hour. The work that has been done has saved this wonderful place and its so good to see. The Cafe looked busy and the grounds had plenty of familes having picnics . All upper floors were visited including the highpoint overlooking the busy Thursday market and then the cellar with its visual display projected onto the wall. The artifacts on display all had information attached and the section on the King of Hay and his part in the town and the Castle.

Damaged by fires in 1939 and 1977, now completely renovated. Great experience indoorscandvout.

A great addition (since refurbishment) to the town: new bookshop and café. The café food was great but bare floors and walls mean it's harsh and noisy. Coming thoughts about how to keep rooms warmer may lead to a welcome rethink?

Fantastic renovation and transformation of both the building and grounds. Such an asset to the community and free entry means I can pop in with my little ones frequently (the viewing platform is their favourite haunt).

Well, not expect anything too castelly. Free admission but donation is recommended, and friendly staff. Various exhibitions on level 2 and 3. The onsite restaurant is a bit over priced but serving tasty food. I had a leek soup and a bottle of pear drink.