Hay

Internationally famous ‘town of books’.


Magically beautiful location on the edge of the Black Mountains.


If you’ve been to Hay, you’ll know why this small town draws US Presidents and Noble prize winners, critics and intellectuals alike into its orbit.


And if you haven’t, it’s time to see what the fuss is about.

Getting Here

Hay-on-Wye is situated just off the A438, between Hereford and Brecon. 

Hay can be easily reached by car from the south and east.   Take the motorway (M4) and dual carriageway to Abergavenny and Hay is another half hour's drive. 

Once in Hay, there is a car park on Oxford Road, which is a short walk across Hay from the globe. Parking is free between 6pm and 9am, thereafter it is £2.50 /day.

Should you prefer to travel by train, the nearest station is Hereford (22 miles from Hay).  There is a regular bus service and taxis are always available.

Trains depart from London Paddington and take approximately 3 hours, whether you travel via Newport, Gwent, or direct via the Malverns.

Our address is:
the globe at hay
Newport Street
Hay-on-Wye
HR3 5BG