Pubs and bars

Darren Dixon, Three Tuns general manager Ellie FitzGerald and Alex Matthews at the reopened Three Tuns Inn.

Historic Three Tuns Inn reopens after seven-week refurbishment

The Good Food Guide, in partnership with Timothy Taylor's, has released its annual list of the UK's 100 best pubs for 2026.

The Good Food Guide, in partnership with Timothy Taylor's, has released its annual list of the UK's 100 best pubs for 2026.

'Very special' Powys pub named one of the best in the UK for 2026

Yr Hen Osaf in Aberystwyth.

Yr Hen Osaf in Aberystwyth.

J D Wetherspoon

Mid Wales pub named best railway station boozer in the country

Police are calling for a license review of the Griffin Inn in Llyswen

Police are calling for a license review of the Griffin Inn in Llyswen

Police raise crime and disorder worries at pub nominated as one of the best in Wales

Ceredigion has lost a third of its pubs in 15 years.

Ceredigion has lost a third of its pubs in 15 years.

Study reveals Ceredigion has lost more than a third of its pubs since 2010

The Treasury is the new name for the former Barclays bank branch in the town, which is currently being renovated by Penmaenau Bars.

The Treasury is the new name for the former Barclays bank branch in the town, which is currently being renovated by Penmaenau Bars.

Owners reveal new name for former Barclays bank being transformed into events venue

Penmaenau Bars has won the ‘Best Event Bar Services 2026’ for Powys at the Welsh Enterprise Awards 2026, organised by SME News.

Penmaenau Bars has won the ‘Best Event Bar Services 2026’ for Powys at the Welsh Enterprise Awards 2026, organised by SME News.

Bar business celebrates being named best for events at Welsh Enterprise Award

New owners reveal reopening date for popular Powys village pub

Powis Estates will be meeting to discuss the future of the Green Dragon Inn in Buttington

Powis Estates will be meeting to discuss the future of the Green Dragon Inn in Buttington

Future of Welshpool pub to be considered after departure of former tenants

JD Wetherspoon has already opened several new pubs in 2026, including in Cornwall, Bath, and Blackpool.

JD Wetherspoon has already opened several new pubs in 2026, including in Cornwall, Bath, and Blackpool.

Wetherspoons to open 6 new pubs over coming months - see the full list of locations

The future of the Green Dragon Inn near Welshpool is unclear after notices were placed on the building

The future of the Green Dragon Inn near Welshpool is unclear after notices were placed on the building

Future unclear for Welshpool pub after owners change locks to repossess building

The Castle Hotel, Ruthin.

The Castle Hotel, Ruthin.

I stayed at a Wetherspoons hotel in a North Wales town - and this is what I found

Brecon Mountain Rescue Team were called to an incident on Hergest Ridge, outside Kington, on Saturday, August 29.

Brecon Mountain Rescue Team were called to an incident on Hergest Ridge, outside Kington, on Saturday, August 29.

Brecon Mountain Rescue Team

Powys pub praised for serving refreshments during injured walker rescue

The Sarn, near Kerry, has been sold and is expected to reopen under new owners after mid-October.

The Sarn, near Kerry, has been sold and is expected to reopen under new owners after mid-October.

New owners lined up for popular Powys village pub as reopening date revealed

The Goat Hotel in Llanfair Caereinion has been sold to new owners.

The Goat Hotel in Llanfair Caereinion has been sold to new owners.

New owners revealed for historic Powys pub that was sold after 40 years in same hands

“The Golden Lion is on the hunt for new landlords,” read a post on the pub’s Facebook page on Tuesday, September 1.

“The Golden Lion is on the hunt for new landlords,” read a post on the pub’s Facebook page on Tuesday, September 1.

Hunt is on for new landlords at Powys village pub

The Vale Of Rheidol, Aberystwyth

The Vale Of Rheidol, Aberystwyth

Customers at Mid Wales pub could win £1,000 as part of new football season raffle

The Three Tuns Inn is set to close temporarily from September 13 for a major refurbishment programme aimed at repairing years of wear and tear and securing the future of the popular Bishop's Castle pub.

The Three Tuns Inn is set to close temporarily from September 13 for a major refurbishment programme aimed at repairing years of wear and tear and securing the future of the popular Bishop's Castle pub.

Popular pub to close temporarily for major refurbishment

Adam and Zara Taylor took on Newbridge-on-Wye’s Golden Lion in March of this year.

Adam and Zara Taylor took on Newbridge-on-Wye’s Golden Lion in March of this year.

Landlords who took on their village pub announce they are set to leave

Richard and Alyson Argument, landlords of The Goat Hotel in Llanfair Caereinion, receive flowers and a specially written poem from Llanfair Caereinion YFC's secretary Cara Smith (left) and chairman Tammy Smith (right) as the community marked their final

Richard and Alyson Argument, landlords of The Goat Hotel in Llanfair Caereinion, receive flowers and a specially written poem from Llanfair Caereinion YFC's secretary Cara Smith (left) and chairman Tammy Smith (right) as the community marked their final

Final orders called after 41 years as community pays tribute to beloved landlords

JD Wetherspoon customers can no longer wear Meta Glasses (or any other smart glasses) at any of its more than 800 UK pubs.

JD Wetherspoon customers can no longer wear Meta Glasses (or any other smart glasses) at any of its more than 800 UK pubs.

Wetherspoons introduces new ban at all 800 UK pubs - see the item affected

Jeremy Clarkson

The Powys pubs where you'll be able to get a pie made with Jeremy Clarkson's beer

The keys to Newtown’s Elephant and Castle Hotel are handed over to new managers Neil and Liz Davies in 2000. Pictured are Jo, Ross, Simon, Jeff Varley, Neil and Liz Davies, and area manager Helen Standing.

The keys to Newtown’s Elephant and Castle Hotel are handed over to new managers Neil and Liz Davies in 2000. Pictured are Jo, Ross, Simon, Jeff Varley, Neil and Liz Davies, and area manager Helen Standing.

Toasting the Ellie: Inside the Newtown hotel that hosted generations of memories

Plans to convert the Pheasant Inn in Newtown into four homes on the upper floor, while retaining the pub on the ground floor, have been revealed

Plans to convert the Pheasant Inn in Newtown into four homes on the upper floor, while retaining the pub on the ground floor, have been revealed

Powys County Council

Closed pub could be saved by plans to turn upper floors into housing

Landlord of pub at centre of brawl between rival footballers allowed to keep licence

The Sportsman pub on Severn Street, Newtown, where both men had been spending time before the assault took place outside.

The Sportsman pub on Severn Street, Newtown, where both men had been spending time before the assault took place outside.

Man spared jail after attacking victim outside Newtown pub garden

Thousands have backed calls to cut VAT on pubs, cafes and restaurants from 20% to 10%. The Government says the move would cost taxpayers £11 billion a year.

Thousands have backed calls to cut VAT on pubs, cafes and restaurants from 20% to 10%. The Government says the move would cost taxpayers £11 billion a year.

Your local pub could disappear unless this tax is cut, campaigners warn

The Buck Inn on High Street in Newtown, a Grade II-listed 17th century pub set to change hands.

The Buck Inn on High Street in Newtown, a Grade II-listed 17th century pub set to change hands.

End of an era as Newtown’s Buck Inn goes up for lease

Leeanne Rogers and her family have been running The Sarn Inn since 2023.

Leeanne Rogers and her family have been running The Sarn Inn since 2023.

Landlords say goodbye to 'wonderful customers' as village pub prepares to shut

Dyfed Powys Police were called to The Buck Hotel, in Caersws, on Saturday, June 6, following reports of fighting.

Dyfed Powys Police were called to The Buck Hotel, in Caersws, on Saturday, June 6, following reports of fighting.

Police issue statement following assault outside Powys pub

Mike with long-time staff Holly Casey and Nancy Daly.

Mike with long-time staff Holly Casey and Nancy Daly.

Pub landlord calls last orders after nearly 30 years

The Brigands Inn in Mallwyd, a Grade II-listed coaching inn poised for refurbishment under new plans.

The Brigands Inn in Mallwyd, a Grade II-listed coaching inn poised for refurbishment under new plans.

Popular historic roadside coaching inn revamp proposed after closure

The Sarn Inn has been a part of life in the village of Sarn for more than 140 years.

The Sarn Inn has been a part of life in the village of Sarn for more than 140 years.

Village pub to go on the market as landlords hope for quick sale

Three pubs looking to be named the best in Powys at prestigious awards

Landlord faces threat to licence after assault conviction and brawl on premises

John Turner, landlord of The Dolphin pub in Llanymynech

John Turner, landlord of The Dolphin pub in Llanymynech

Powys landlord fined £19,000 for illegal Sky Sports broadcasts

The former Four Crosses Inn pictured in October 2025

The former Four Crosses Inn pictured in October 2025

Online petition launched to save 'eyesore' former pub amid fears over arson

The Plough in Llanrhaeadr-Ym-Mochnant

The Plough in Llanrhaeadr-Ym-Mochnant

'Unique opportunity' to buy pub and restaurant in 'charming' Powys village

The Bun Appetit burger van is closing for now, but Abbey and Ian are instead opening a bake shed at their Brecon home.

The Bun Appetit burger van is closing for now, but Abbey and Ian are instead opening a bake shed at their Brecon home.

Powys couple who've run a burger van and meals on wheels, now opening bake shed

League Champions - The Exchange Newtown, Trophy presented by Mai Jones, Landlady The Monty Club pictured with League Chairman Mel Brooks, League Treasurer Geoff Davies.

League Champions - The Exchange Newtown, Trophy presented by Mai Jones, Landlady The Monty Club pictured with League Chairman Mel Brooks, League Treasurer Geoff Davies.

Newtown domino season ends with Finals Day showdowns

The Black Boy pub is undergoing a “complete kitchen upgrade”.

The Black Boy pub is undergoing a “complete kitchen upgrade”.

Powys pub announces closure – but only so that £170K refurb can begin

Jessica Walters-Davies has been part of The Lion pub in Newtown for more than 20 years

Jessica Walters-Davies has been part of The Lion pub in Newtown for more than 20 years

Newtown pub reopens after £340,000 revamp as long-serving landlady leads new chapter

Craig Revel Horwood popped into The Lion in Newtown last night. He was in town to perform at Theatre Hafren as part of his Revelations tour

Craig Revel Horwood popped into The Lion in Newtown last night. He was in town to perform at Theatre Hafren as part of his Revelations tour

Craig Revel Horwood

Strictly's Craig Revel Horwood spotted pulling pint at Mid Wales pub

Wetherspoons tour across Wales nearly sold out after going viral online

Luke Dewinton, who has revitalised the fortunes of The Lamb Inn, in Builth, since originally taking over four years ago, will now be running Builth Wells Golf Club from the beginning of June.

Luke Dewinton, who has revitalised the fortunes of The Lamb Inn, in Builth, since originally taking over four years ago, will now be running Builth Wells Golf Club from the beginning of June.

Pub landlord announces he is taking over Powys golf club next month

Hear to Help 2026.

Hear to Help 2026.

Bands reunite for Powys music festival

The Abercrave Inn has been put on the market

The Abercrave Inn has been put on the market

'Renowned' village inn in Powys has been put up for sale

Chapters Restaurant opened in Hay-on-Wye 7 years ago, and has been successfully run by the husband-and-wife team of Charmaine and Mark McHugo.

Chapters Restaurant opened in Hay-on-Wye 7 years ago, and has been successfully run by the husband-and-wife team of Charmaine and Mark McHugo.

Owners of Michelin Green Star restaurant in Powys announce departure

The Bell Inn, Llanyre, near Llandrindod Wells.

The Bell Inn, Llanyre, near Llandrindod Wells.

Powys pub under new ownership 'back in full swing' this weekend

Moltos nightclub in Welshpool

Moltos nightclub in Welshpool

Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH)

Salon owner spared jail after drunken nightclub attack left woman with broken leg

The revamped Wellington Arms pub in Berriew Street, Welshpool

The revamped Wellington Arms pub in Berriew Street, Welshpool

Welshpool pub announces change in management weeks after reopening

The Unicorn Hotel, Llanidloes

The Unicorn Hotel, Llanidloes

Powys hotel landlord 'heartbroken' as he is forced to cut opening hours

Fancy a pint in Lidl?

Fancy a pint in Lidl?

Lidl begins building its first-ever pub in UK - 'what will the middle isle be like'

Llansantffraid's The Sun Hotel pictured in 2024.

Llansantffraid's The Sun Hotel pictured in 2024.

Long‑awaited reopening date for popular village pub announced