Pondfield Gate Cottage

25/05/2024

Proper proud of these two today. A fabulous charity.

05/03/2024

Beautiful ❤️

02/03/2024

Definitely worth a visit whilst staying at the cottage ❤️

09/02/2024

28/01/2024

📍 Castell Carreg Cennen, possibly the most spectacularly located castle in Wales?

Perched on a limestone crag nearly 300ft/90m above the River Cennen, the dramatic silhouette of the castle n dominates the skyline for miles around, providing stunning views over the Carmarthenshire countryside. | Cadw

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03/12/2023

A lot of our guest’s who have stayed with us come to Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 to see our beautiful castle’s.

Wales is believed to have more castles per square mile than any other country in the world.

Caerphilly Castle is the largest castle in Wales and the second largest in Europe.
Chepstow Castle is Britain's oldest surviving castle made of stone. Its construction began in 1067.

Beaumaris Castle on Anglesey is generally considered the finest example of a concentric castle in Europe. It has been a World Heritage site since 1986.

The ruined Flint Castle is the only British castle with two donjons. It is famous for having the thickest walls (7 m / 23 ft) of any other castle.

Powis Castle possesses Britain's oldest, and one of the last, true formal baroque gardens and is the most visited National Trust property in Wales.

The castles and town walls of Caernarfon and Conwy, and the castles of Harlech and Beaumaris were granted World Heritage Status in 1986. They were chosen as they were considered to be among the 'finest examples of late 13th-century and early 14th-century military architecture in Europe'.

Ruthin Castle was the first castle attacked by Owain Glyndwr during his uprising against the rule of Henty IV of England in 1400.

Thanks to The History of Wales for this information.

All credit to Huw Aaron (www.huwaaron.com) for this superb illustration.

19/10/2023

This will be a lovely event to attend 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿❤️

06/03/2023

As we approach the new season the daffodils start to bloom, the nights get lighter and Swansea gets ready for some great events around the city. We have lots going on in the next few months, so check out our latest blog and discover how you can enjoy Swansea Bay this March whether that’s with friends, with family or going solo!🌼
https://loom.ly/5uERcdU

04/03/2023

Definitely worth a visit ❤️

Have you been to our Wildlife Hub yet to see the feeders?

Our feeders are always busy with a variety of birds including Blue T**s, Coal Tit, Bullfinch and our personally favourite, our lovely little Nuthatch!

The National Botanic Garden of Wales

11/02/2023

Showcaves Booking App

11/02/2023

Definitely worth a visit, and within easy reach of the cottage ❤️

Neath Abbey is one of the area’s most impressive and interesting historic sites.

The Cadw site has been home to monks who were expelled during King Henry VIII’s dissolution of the monasteries and much later became a copper smelting site.

A visit to Neath Abbey is a must to fully appreciate the diverse history of this heritage site.

Plan your weekend away here:
https://dramaticheart.wales/activity/neath-abbey/

Abaty Nedd yw un o safleoedd hanesyddol mwyaf trawiadol a diddorol yr ardal.

Bu'r safle Cadw hwn yn gartref i fynachod gafodd eu gyrru allan yn ystod cyfnod diddymu'r mynachlogydd gan y Brenin Harri VIII a llawer yn ddiweddarach daeth yn safle mwyndoddi copr.

Cynlluniwch eich penwythnos i ffwrdd fan hyn:
https://dramaticheart.wales/activity/neath-abbey/?lang=cy

Heritage Neath Port Talbot Neath Port Talbot Council

28/12/2022

24/08/2022

❤️ if you haven’t visited this beautiful beach it’s a must!

Church Door Cove - Skrinkle Haven

24/08/2022

I visited this beautiful beach myself recently. Absolutely worth a visit. Thank you to the photographer who captured its beauty ❤️

Skrinkle Haven...

24/08/2022

So lucky to have such beautiful views on our walks from the cottage, an easy 30 minute stroll.

17/07/2022

11/07/2022

Neath Port Talbot ❤️

Walk in the footsteps of some of the greatest names in Welsh culture amid a landscape where the country's proud industrial heritage rubs shoulders with wild, dramatic nature in Neath Port Talbot. From exploring towns to dramatic waterfalls, these walks have something for everyone.

02/04/2022

Happy day. Reopening after 6 months ❤️

23/10/2021

I’ve thought long and hard about writing this post as it’s personal to me but this is for my loyal and returning guests. We’ve taken the decision to close for at least 6 months. Unfortunately I heard those words nobody ever wants to hear, I’m sorry you have cancer. Taking time out to hopefully get and complete my treatment regime. Thank you to all my guests who support me coming back each year. We will be back next year hopefully stronger then ever❤️ ######

28/08/2021

So blessed to have this breathtaking mountain range on our doorstep 🙏

21/08/2021

Our neighbours are in residence ❤️

29/05/2021

My beautiful little guest and great niece Indie loved Pondfield Gate garden as much as we do 🥰💕 xx

27/05/2021

Absolutely beautiful ❤️ thank you so much Amber Thomas Gareth Hughes and to Charlie the amazing artist ###x

This hous is so dreamy, and it was pleasure to paint! 🎨

02/05/2021

What a lovely gift from my returning guests this week. After the week I’ve had it means the whole world 🌎 Home from home they said 💕 Some guests arrive as customers and leave as friends despite only telephone conversations.

11/04/2021

Our COVID-19 Industry standard

24/01/2021

Pondfield Gate snow day ☃️❄️

03/10/2020

It’s so lovely to receive great feedback on all our hard work during these uncertain times. A little sunshine on a grey day❤️

14/08/2020

Throwback, I did this for you ❤️ xx

The original sign back up where it belongs. I hope the previous owner is happy we have kept the cottage as original as possible 🏡

14/08/2020

There is just one week left in October to enjoy the last of the summer season. To book go to sykes cottages ❤️

18/07/2020

All ship shape and shiny 😁 finishing off all the jobs ready for our first guests since lockdown. Returning guests who were with us last October. Thank you to simone painters and decorators and our fabulous team of housekeepers who’s job it is to keep the cottage Covid safe at this time. I will never be able to thank you all enough. You know who you are ❤️