The Felin Fach Griffin

The Felin Fach Griffin, Near Brecon, Powys, Wales - Explore & Book

"Let's face it, most pubs can't cut it when it comes to matching character, seriously decent tuck, good drink and a cosy room. Not so at The Felin Fach Griffin. Just down the road from the breathtaking Brecon Beacons, this 8-bedroom inn gives a warm homely welcome. Upstairs you'll find handsome chambers, Welsh woollen blankets and retro Roberts radios; downstairs timber beams and thick stone walls. Decorating the interior throughout is a collection of regularly changing art pieces, curated by a local gallery in Brecon. There's refreshing Welsh ale on tap and a crackling fire for warming frost-cooled fingers. Best known for its food, the adjoining restaurant has plenty of nooks in which to hide away and dine on indulgent suppers. Suppliers are local and there's an organic kitchen garden so expect a menu showcasing what's in season.Owners and brothers Charles and Edmund Inkin have marked their turf throughout – from quirky farmyard pictures and an Aga in the breakfast room to antique wood carvings. Their company "Eat, Drink, Sleep" (which also runs The Gurnards Head and The Old Coastguard in Cornwall) says it all. When done so well without pretension, it's no wonder they win all the awards. Highs The restaurant serves excellent food and has an accomplished wine listA stunning setting for the beautiful Brecon Beacons countryside; the team can recommend walks and the Black Mountains are a 15-minute drive awayA wonderful cosy atmosphere – log fires, local ales and weekend papers Each time we visit (even when incognito), their welcome has been even warmer than the time beforeThe rooms and bar are very dog-friendly – dog biscuits and towels can be provided and the countryside location is ideal Lows Just off the A470 which can get busyNoise from the road and restaurant might carry through to bedrooms, though we didn't find it a problemBedrooms are quite simple (no TVs) and some are compact; but all are very comfy and cleanNo longer a secret: weekends can be popular and you'll want to book your table in the restaurant" - Aidan Forestier-Walker