Rhydspence Inn

Rhydspence Inn Nestled in Whitney-on-Wye on the Welsh border, The Rhydspence Inn is an independently owned 14th-century Drovers Inn full of charm and history.
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Enjoy delicious food, local ales, and a warm welcome in a truly unique setting A 14th Century Country Inn situated on the Welsh border of the Wye Valley, the Rhydspence is a former drovers inn that enjoys magnificent views of the Welsh hills and picturesque Herefordshire countryside.

UPDATEWe've been closely monitoring temperatures in our kitchen over the last couple of hours and, unfortunately, we've ...
24/06/2026

UPDATE

We've been closely monitoring temperatures in our kitchen over the last couple of hours and, unfortunately, we've had to make the difficult decision to close the kitchen on Thursday.

Despite our efforts to reduce service, the temperature in the kitchen is currently hovering around 40°C, and with tomorrow forecast to be even hotter, we simply don't feel it's safe to ask our team to work in those conditions.

The good news is that the pub will remain open as normal for drinks, so if you're looking to escape the heat with a cold pint, a glass of wine, or something refreshing,

Craig will be behind the bar and ready to welcome you.

Thank you for your understanding.

A little taste of summer… ☀️Our new menu is on its way, and we’re rather excited about this one.Fresh, seasonal dishes m...
18/06/2026

A little taste of summer… ☀️

Our new menu is on its way, and we’re rather excited about this one.

Fresh, seasonal dishes made for lighter days, warmer evenings and summer dining done properly.

Pictured here is one of the new starters:Heritage Tomatoes, Burrata, Radish, Tomato Consommé & Dill Oil

Light, fresh, vibrant — and absolutely made for this weather.

Keep an eye out for more new dishes coming your way.

Booking is recommended.

📞 01497 831262
📧 [email protected]
🌐 rhydspenceinn.co.uk

🍻 Now Pouring: Wye Valley Jammy Dodger 🍓Our latest guest ale is a proper treat — Jammy Dodger from Wye Valley Brewery .A...
12/06/2026

🍻 Now Pouring: Wye Valley Jammy Dodger 🍓

Our latest guest ale is a proper treat — Jammy Dodger from Wye Valley Brewery .

A pale gold ale with a gentle hop character and a generous infusion of summer berries. Light, lovable and absolutely jam-packed with fruity flavour at 4.1% ABV.

Perfect with dinner this Saturday evening or alongside a proper Sunday lunch.

Tables are available this weekend — booking is recommended.

📞 01497 831262
📧 [email protected]
🌐 rhydspenceinn.co.uk

Hospitality is at breaking point, and VAT is a huge part of the problem.For those of us who love dining out, meeting fri...
10/06/2026

Hospitality is at breaking point, and VAT is a huge part of the problem.

For those of us who love dining out, meeting friends for lunch, enjoying a proper Sunday roast, or supporting our favourite local pubs, restaurants and cafés — now is the time to speak up.

A reduced VAT rate for hospitality isn’t asking for special treatment. It’s asking for a fair chance.

10% VAT for hospitality would help businesses survive, protect jobs, keep prices more manageable for customers, and allow local places to keep doing what they do best — serving their communities.

We’d urge everyone who enjoys dining out to support the call for change, and we’d love to see other local businesses adding their voice too.

Find out more and add your support here:
https://www.vatstheproblem.co.uk

Hospitality matters. Local businesses matter. A fair VAT rate matters.

👋🏼 Just a reminder! 👋🏼We’re closed today and tomorrow (3rd & 4th June) while our team takes a well-earned rest after the...
03/06/2026

👋🏼 Just a reminder! 👋🏼

We’re closed today and tomorrow (3rd & 4th June) while our team takes a well-earned rest after the Hay Festival.

We’ll be back open on Friday 5th June, so if you’ve missed us that much, book a table or pop in for a drink—we’d love to see you!

Love,
The Rhydspence Inn

LAST WEEKEND OF HAY FESTIVAL — BOOK NOW Festival  is coming to an end, and this is your last chance to join us at The Rh...
28/05/2026

LAST WEEKEND OF HAY FESTIVAL — BOOK NOW

Festival is coming to an end, and this is your last chance to join us at The Rhydspence Inn during the festival weekend.

Just a short drive from Hay-on-Wye, we’re the perfect place to escape the crowds and enjoy seasonal food, proper drinks, and a warm welcome in one of the area’s most historic inns.

Whether you’re joining us for lunch, stopping by before an evening event, or looking for dinner after a day at the festival, we’d love to welcome you.

Lunch served Friday & Saturday from 12–2pm
Evening food served from 6pm - 9pm

Tables are limited and booking is strongly recommended.
Book your table now before the weekend fills up.

📞 01497 831262
🌐 rhydspenceinn.co.uk
📍 Whitney-on-Wye, just outside Hay-on-Wye

HAY FESTIVAL EVENING PLANS? 🌿☀️There’s still availability to dine with us this evening, just a short drive from Hay Fest...
28/05/2026

HAY FESTIVAL EVENING PLANS? 🌿☀️

There’s still availability to dine with us this evening, just a short drive from Hay Festival and the Festival buzz.

With the weather still behaving beautifully, why not start your evening with a Hugo Spritz? Light, refreshing and made for evenings like this — it’s the perfect pre-dinner drink before settling in for good food, great views and a little calm away from the crowds.

Booking is recommended, though we may be able to accommodate walk-ins outside of peak dining times.

Book Now
📞 01497 831262
📧 [email protected]
🌐 rhydspenceinn.co.uk

BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY PLANS? 🌿🍽️We’re open today for drinks from 3pm, with food served from 6pm.Just a short drive from Ha...
25/05/2026

BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY PLANS? 🌿🍽️

We’re open today for drinks from 3pm, with food served from 6pm.

Just a short drive from Hay, The Rhydspence is the perfect spot to make the most of the Bank Holiday — whether you’re visiting for Hay Festival, exploring the surrounding area, or simply looking for somewhere lovely to eat and drink.

We still have some availability for this evening. Booking is recommended, especially during peak dining times, but we can also welcome walk-ins outside of the busiest periods where space allows.
Book now:

📞 01497 831262
📧 [email protected]
🌐 rhydspenceinn.co.uk

HAY FESTIVAL WEEKEND TABLES AVAILABLE 🍽️Heading to Hay Festival this weekend? We’re only around 10 minutes from Hay-on-W...
23/05/2026

HAY FESTIVAL WEEKEND TABLES AVAILABLE 🍽️

Heading to Hay Festival this weekend? We’re only around 10 minutes from Hay-on-Wye, making us the
perfect spot to escape the crowds and settle in for some proper food and a drink or two.

We still have availability for food this evening, and we also have tables available for Sunday lunch tomorrow.

Tonight Food Served 6pm-9pm
Sunday Lunch Served 12pm-4pm

Whether you’re looking for dinner after a day at the festival, or a relaxed Sunday roast before heading back into Hay, we’d be delighted to welcome you.

Booking is recommended.

📞 01497 831262
📧 [email protected]
🌐 rhydspenceinn.co.uk

Address

The Rhydspence
Hereford
HR36EU

Opening Hours

Wednesday 3pm - 11pm
Thursday 3pm - 11pm
Friday 3pm - 11pm
Saturday 3pm - 11pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm

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