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The most independent high street in Wales (reportedly the only high street in the UK with no chain shops), the Black Mountains, Table Mountain, and a small Powys market town of extraordinary independent spirit
A little history
Crickhowell made international headlines in 2016 when its independent businesses staged a 'Crickhowell Challenge' — the entire town tried to avoid paying tax by registering offshore, to highlight the unfairness of large corporations using tax avoidance schemes. The town had already won the Observer's award for best high street in Wales for its independent shops.
The high street is genuinely extraordinary — every shop is independent. Walk Table Mountain (the flat-topped hill above the town) for stunning Usk Valley views. The Brecon Beacons are on the doorstep. The Dragon community pub.
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The high street has exceptional independent food shops — delis, butchers, bakers and restaurants. Local Welsh produce throughout. One of Wales's best small-town food destinations.
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Crickhowell is a place in Brecon Beacons known for the most independent high street in Wales (reportedly the only high street in the UK with no chain shops), the Black Mountains, Table Mountain, and a small Powys market town of extraordinary independent spirit. Crickhowell made international headlines in 2016 when its independent businesses staged a 'Crickhowell Challenge' — the entire town tried to avoid paying tax by registering offshore, to highlight the unfairness of large corporations using tax avoidance schemes. The population is around 2,500.
The high street has exceptional independent food shops — delis, butchers, bakers and restaurants. Local Welsh produce throughout. One of Wales's best small-town food destinations.
Yes. Roam is a free local discovery app live in Crickhowell and across Brecon Beacons. It is available on iOS and Android.
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Roam covers Crickhowell and the surrounding area in Brecon Beacons, including Gilwern, Abergavenny, Llangynidr, Tretower, Cwmdu, Llangattock, Dardy and Glangrwyney.
