Title: Hay Castle in Hereford - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca [Hay Castle Hotels](https://expedia.ca/Hay-Castle-Hotels.0-l6087655-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Hereford](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Hereford.d4656.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Hereford](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Hereford.d4656.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Hay Castle Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Hay-Castle.d6087655.Car-Rental-Guide)[Hereford Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Hereford.d4656.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Hay Castle Tours and Activities ## Visit Hay Castle Activities [Hereford travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Hereford.dx4656) --- --- #### A trip to Hay Castle takes you on a journey of discovery through the ages. This castle, which is part Norman, part Jacobean and part Victorian, has stood for more than 1,000 years and has been a medieval stronghold, occupied by invaders, a patriots’ citadel, a manor house and even a famous bookshop. Like so many English-Welsh border castles, Hay Castle, situated in Hay-on-Wye, was significantly damaged during the uprisings of the 15th Century against English rule, led by Owain Glyndwr. However, soon after, it was listed as a castle defensible against the Welsh and it remained a residence until the early 20th Century. Since then it has gradually fallen into disrepair, but the ruins are still a fascinating place to admire. For 10 days every year the castle bears witness to some of the most exciting writers, artists and thinkers of our time as part of the famed Hay Literary Festival. At the end of May some 80,000 people from around the world descend upon the town and the castle ruins to debate and share stories. There are a number of interesting bookshops lining the cobbles around the castle, which you can visit, and there are plans underway to turn the castle into a major arts and culture centre, opening it up to the public for the first time. One of the bookshops, The Honesty Bookshop, has no till just a collection pot. All books are under £1 and book lovers make a donation each time they take a book, with all proceeds going towards the castle restoration. ## Plan a trip to see Hay Castle Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Walton Hall Hotel & Spa by Sunday](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1322200/1322156/78c8c159_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Walton Hall Hotel & Spa by Sunday CA $1,501 per person May 28 - Jun 3 found 3 hours ago Roundtrip non-stop flight included Toronto (YTO) to Birmingham (BHX) 7.6/10 Good! (1,004 reviews) It was generally just ok. Room was a bit tired but it was quiet and that's what its all about. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Hay-Cheese-Market-Hereford.d881469340294070272.Vacation-Attraction) #### Hey Butter Market You can search for that perfect souvenir at Hey Butter Market during your trip to Hay on Wye. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens. [](https://expedia.ca/Hey-Butter-Market-Hereford.d881469334052941824.Vacation-Attraction) #### The Old House Find out about the history of Hay on Wye when you take a trip to The Old House. Wander around the gardens in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.ca/The-Old-House-Hereford.d553248621561939909.Vacation-Attraction) #### The Lion Street Gallery You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at The Lion Street Gallery in Hay on Wye. Wander around the gardens in this quaint area, or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.ca/The-Lion-Street-Gallery-Hereford.d553248621555971108.Vacation-Attraction) #### Richard Booth's Bookshop You can search for that perfect souvenir at Richard Booth's Bookshop during your stay in Hay on Wye. Wander around the gardens in this quaint area, or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Richard-Booths-Bookshop-Hereford.d6087657.Vacation-Attraction) #### Hay-on-Wye Library After visiting Hay-on-Wye Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hay on Wye. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens. 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