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The Highmead

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Blackwood with free breakfast

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Standard Room
Standard Room | Laundry
Standard Room | Private kitchen
1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi
1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Located in charming Oakdale, The Highmead Bed & Breakfast offers a cozy retreat with continental breakfast and free in-room WiFi. Unwind after exploring the surrounding area and take advantage of convenient self parking.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €103
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept

Room options

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Blackwood is home to The Highmead. Guardian - Six Bells Mining Memorial and Bedwellty House and Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Brecon Beacons National Park and Bargoed Woodland Park. Super Tubing and The Visit Caerphilly Centre are also worth visiting.
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Map
Tredegar Rd, Blackwood, Wales, NP12 1BY

What's nearby

  • Caerphilly Castle - 16 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club - 28 min drive - 32.7 km
  • Cardiff University - 30 min drive - 30.0 km
  • Cardiff Castle - 32 min drive - 31.4 km
  • Principality Stadium - 33 min drive - 32.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sirhowy - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Square Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Westgate Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Caesars Cafe - ‬19 min walk

About this property

The Highmead

Property highlights
The Highmead provides free continental breakfast and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Free self-parking
Room features
All guest rooms at The Highmead include thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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 lift

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 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

Access methods

Host will greet you, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Highmead pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Highmead?

As of 26 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Highmead on 3 Sept 2025 start from €102.85, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Highmead?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Highmead?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Highmead?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Highmead located?

Situated in Blackwood, this bed & breakfast is within 3 miles (5 km) of Bargoed Woodland Park, Pan-Y-fan Country Park and Sirhowy Valley Country Park. Parc Penallta and Guardian - Six Bells Mining Memorial are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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The Highmead Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Neville

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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