The Settlement

Blaenavon Iron Works
11 miles from Green Man
North Street, NP4 9RN
Opening hours: 10:00-17:00
An 18th Century blast furnace and museum exploring the British iron industry.

Big Pit
12.2 miles from Green Man
Blaenafon, Torfaen, NP4 9XP
Opening hours: 9:30-17:30
Underground tours: 10:00-15:30
A real coal mine where you can even travel 300ft underground with a real miner.

The Promenade at Brecon
12.5 miles from Green Man
Signposted from the B4601 Cradoc Road
Surfaced riverside walks, meadows and a children’s play area in a picturesque setting.

Talgarth Mill
10.7 miles from Green Man -
Talgarth, Talgarth Powys LD3 0BW
Talgarth Mill is a working watermill in the heart of the Brecon Beacons. Talgarth Mill is a hub for producing award-winning food with strong local provenance.

Llangorse Lake
Brecon, Powys, LD3 7TR
8.7 miles from Green Man Festival -
The largest natural Lake in South Wales, set in the mountains and created by Ice Age glaciers over 10,000 years ago. At Llangorse Lake you can hire canoes, Kayaks and pedalos

Castles and Cathedrals

Immerse yourself in the rich local history of Wales and visit one of the many local museums, castles and cathedrals.

Abergavenny Museum
8.5 miles from Green Man
Castle Street, Abergavenny, NP7 5EE
Opening hours: 11:00-13:00 and 14:00-17:00
A diverse collection of Welsh history set in the grounds of a ruined Norman Castle.

Brecon Cathedral
12 miles from Green Man
Cathedral Close, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9DP
Opening hours: 08:30-18:30
Benedictine Priory dating back to 1093.

Crickhowell Castle
3 miles from Green Man
Beaufort Street, Crickhowell, NP8 1BN
Beautiful views and a wonderful picnic spot with a playground.

Llantony Priory
13 miles from Green Man
On the B4423 between Llanfihangel Crucorney and Hay-on-Wye
Opening hours: 10:00-16:00
Beautiful ruins of a 13th Century Augustinian church in the Vale of Ewyas.

Tretower Castle and Court
1.3 miles from Green Man
Tretower, Crickhowell NP8 1RD
The village of Tretower boasts a fine 13th century circular keep and one of the finest late medieval houses in Wales. Together they make up a property which for over 900 years has been altered and adapted to keep up with style and the tastes of the time.

Waterfalls

Waterfall Country: Living landscapes
29.8 miles from Green Man - Nestled into the southern slopes of the Fforest Fawr massif, west of Merthyr Tydfil.

Blaen-y-Glyn: Lively waters
13.7 miles from Green Man - Much of the water that fills Talybont Reservoir begins its journey high up in the mountains at the head of the Talybont Valley in the eastern Beacons.

Henrhyd Falls: The highest one
36.6 Miles from Green Man - With a drop of 27m, Sgwd Henrhyd, on the River Nant Llech north-west of Glyn-Neath, Henrhyd Falls is the highest waterfall in the National Park in the village of Coelbren. This is a fantastic waterfall when seen in full flow, located in a steep-sided, wooded gorge. It’s most famous for being the location for the ‘Bat Cave’ in the last Batman film. Best seen (like most waterfalls) when there’s been heavy rainfall.

National Trust Nearby

The Kymin, near Monmouth. A Georgian round house and naval temple set on top of a hill overlooking the Wye valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Stunning views!

The Begwns, near Hay-on-Wye. A beautiful stretch of common land with panoramic views of the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons.

Green Man’s very own Sugarloaf and Skirrid mountains are owned and looked after by the National Trust. Plus we’d also recommend visiting the central Brecon Beacons (Corn Du, Pen y Fan & Cribyn) or why not take a visit to the Tarell valley. Founded in 1895, the National Trust is an independent conservation charity that works to preserve and protect historic places and spaces - for ever, for everyone.

Beaches

Ogmore-by-Sea, CF32 0QP:
A sand & pebble beach located near Bridgend in Glamorgan. Ogmore Beach is the locals' choice for dog walking & surfing – plus it's right on the Glamorgan Coastal Path so put on your hiking boots and have a stroll. Driving here takes just under 1h30m from the Settlement.

Newton Beach, Porthcawl, CF36 5NE:
A sandy and rocky beach, popular with windsurfers and jet skiers. With miles of sand (although very rocky in parts), you can walk to the river mouth at Ogmore; it is next to Newton Burrows and Merthyr Mawr dunes. Driving here takes 1h20m from the Settlement.

Coney (Sandy Bay) Porthcawl, CF36 5BY:
A sheltered, sandy bay close to Porthcawl town. Driving here takes 1h20m from the Settlement.

Llantwit Major, CF61 1RF:
Llantwit Major/Cwm Colhuw Beach is sandy and great for surfing, coastal walks, and rock pools. The Wales Coast Path joins up with the beach and offers some fantastic walks with great views. Driving here takes 1h30m from the Settlement.

Cinema at The Settlement

Join us on Monday night for a special cinema screening.

Stargazing

See the famous Perseid meteor shower and meander along the Milky Way with the Usk Astronomical Society. Sign up on-site and watch the world go by.

Solargazing

If the sun comes out then we can use the solar telescopes to lay eyes upon the powerful surface of the sun.

The Weird and Wonderful

Join Mark Fraser as he tells his own original stories and interpretations throughout the day using the land around him.

Storyteller’s Den

The Storyteller’s Den is guided by some of the best storytellers about, featuring stories and workshops delivered by Crochan, Izzy Rabey and Mark Fraser from The Weird and Wonderful.

Under The Sun/Dan Yr Haul

Under The Sun/Dan Yr Haul are a bilingual Applied Drama and Music company who’ve been facilitating creative workshops for an entire decade at The Settlement! Come learn Welsh language phrases through drama games, write your own songs or learn about local Welsh myths through theatre. Presented by Izzy Rabey and all ages are welcome!

Running Punks

Join the tribe of Running Punks through their collective obsession of music, running with a slice of punk attitude thrown into the mix! Suitable for all ages.

Olive Art House

Offering a range of crafting activities and workshops where anyone can drop by and have a go. Learn a new skill and spend time making!

Citrus Arts

Citrus Arts will be bringing stages to life with a mix of circus workshops, headband making, pyrotechnic tutorials, and circus skills demonstrations. The evening show on Mon & Tues from 21:00 is a specially commissioned new work “Flycellium” by a collective of early-career artists, led by Livi Prendergast.

Axe Throwing & Archey

Unleash your inner lumberjack with an expert-led, sustainable experience from Bearded Axe Bros. Or master the ancient art of the bow in a nature-focused environment that rewards a steady hand.​

Crazy Golf

Play nine quirky holes, like crashing waves, tyre loop-the-loops and giant sea creatures! Come along and putt with The Crazy Golf Company!

Crochan

Join Cath and Fiona, two Welsh storytellers and singers, for traditional folktales, fairy stories and myths. Crochan tells tales for everyone - walk in the footsteps of the Mabinogi myths on one of our story walks or cwtch down for our family-focused Tea-Time Tales.

Drag Bingo & Cabaret

Cardiff's very own Jolene Dover is an accomplished cabaret artist, actor, DJ and host. With a glittering career spanning 18 years, Jolene will host a bingo session and a special late night cabaret show.

Successors of the Mandigue

The Successors of the Mandingue is a Welsh company that showcases traditional West African culture and heritage through music, song and dance. They’ll be hosting djembe drumming and West African dance workshops on Tuesday & Wednesday and performing an interactive performance Settlement Tent at 19:00 on Wednesday!

Fiery Jacks

Fiery Jacks has spent over a decade picking the best board games, parlour games, and traditional games from around the world, bringing them to life with beautiful giant handmade wooden sets.

Poetry Machine

Beth Calverley crafts poems in response to your thoughts, feelings, ideas and discoveries. Just follow the sound of her vintage typewriter and look out for the machine's bright yellow umbrella, flagpole and bubble engine.

Retro Gaming

Dive into some classic gaming fun — from Mario Kart and Street Fighter, to PAC-MAN and Tetris. Whether you’re reliving childhood memories or introducing the next generation to classic arcade games, come swing by!

MASSAGE

Our signature massages are delivered by our team of skilled therapists who tailor each treatment to your individual needs. Natural products are used in a calm space designed for true relaxation and recharging.

MEDITATION

Our guided meditation blends breath-work and mindfulness, helping you cultivate inner calm, presence and emotional balance. This class invites all levels to connect more deeply with themselves. Mats are provided

RESET YOGA

Our 60 minute Reset Yoga will harmonise breath and movement through a sequence of gentle asanas designed to release tension, build flexibility and leave you feeling centered, relaxed and renewed. Mats are provided.

Silent Disco

Don your best dancing gear as the biggest Silent Disco club night is coming to the Settlement and you are invited. Choose from the 3 channels, stick on your headset and get moving!

Settler’s Pub Quiz

The infamous Green Man Settlement Pub Quiz returns! Georgia and Jacob will be back to host this large scale pub quiz, testing your general knowledge, film and music skills - battle it out with over 100 other teams to be crowned this years' winners.

Comedy

Swing by for a riotously funny comedy show suitable for all ages! From the team behind Last Laugh, this show brings top-notch stand-up for all the family.