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The Highmead

3.0 star property

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Laptop workspace, free WiFi
Standard Room | Bathroom
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Standard Room | Laptop workspace, free WiFi
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Tredegar Rd, Blackwood, Wales, NP12 1BY
  • Place, Newbridge Leisure Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Sirhowy Valley Country Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bargoed Woodland Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

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Laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Blackwood

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Bargoed Woodland Park, The Highmead places you within a few miles (5 km) of Markham Community House and Leisure Centre. This 3-star bed & breakfast has 2 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Bargoed Woodland Park - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Brecon Beacons National Park - 30 min drive - 18.0 miles
  • Cardiff Bay - 41 min drive - 32.4 miles
  • Principality Stadium - 43 min drive - 27.8 miles
  • Barry Island Beach - 57 min drive - 34.1 miles

Getting around

  • Newbridge Station - 6 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Sirhowy (Wetherspoon) - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Square Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Caesars Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Highmead

If you decide to drive, there's free parking.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Sitting areas and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

More

  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you, lockbox

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Highmead Blackwood
The Highmead Bed & breakfast
The Highmead Bed & breakfast Blackwood

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to The Highmead?

This bed & breakfast is located in Blackwood, close to Bargoed Woodland Park, Sirhowy Valley Country Park, and Super Tubing. You'll also find Pan-Y-fan Country Park and Markham Community House and Leisure Centre within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Highmead?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does The Highmead have a casino?

No, The Highmead doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Highmead?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at The Highmead?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Highmead have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The Highmead offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will The Highmead allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Highmead.

Are there connecting rooms at The Highmead?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Highmead?

The closest major airport to The Highmead is Cardiff International Airport (CWL), which is about 20.4 mi away. Another top airport is Bristol International Airport (BRS), which is around 29 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Highmead?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Highmead.

The Highmead Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hosts, accommodating and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place and very spacious
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was very pleasant and Gary helped me out with an earlier check in time to accommodate me. The place was immaculate and offered me everything that i needed. Would definitely recommend staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very easy to find. In great location. Right round the corner from where i needed to be.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The accomadation was very clean throughout. Daily service towels bathroom, bins etc. Wifi facilities excelent. Comfortable and warm accomadation.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly Recommend

This place was absolutely spotless and extremely comfortable. It has everything you need and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean but parking was not very good. Not sure but someone bang on our door about 9.45pm went down no one round but a lot off noise until at least 12.30am. Would stay here again only because it was clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Bashir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Callum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025