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The Highmead

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A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, a radiator, and a window with curtains. - The Highmead (Blackwood)
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a mirror above the sink. - The Highmead (Blackwood)
A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a microwave, and a sink. There is a window with blinds, a fire extinguisher, and a radiator. - The Highmead (Blackwood)
A compact, modern apartment with a kitchenette, a large bed, and a view of the outside. - The Highmead (Blackwood)
A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, a refrigerator, and a microwave. - The Highmead (Blackwood)
The Highmead provides free continental breakfast and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

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A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room

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

About the neighborhood

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. Markham Community House and Leisure Centre and Newbridge Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Blackwood travel guide
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Tredegar Rd, Blackwood, Wales, NP12 1BY

What's nearby

  • Newbridge Leisure Centre
    5 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Sirhowy Valley Country Park
    5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Markham Community House and Leisure Centre
    7 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Bargoed Woodland Park
    7 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Pan-Y-fan Country Park
    8 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Bumble Bee
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    12 min walk
  • The Sirhowy (Wetherspoon)
    15 min walk
  • Caesars Cafe
    19 min walk
  • Woodbine
    18 min walk

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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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Highmead pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Highmead located?

Situated in Blackwood, this bed & breakfast is within 3 mi (5 km) of Bargoed Woodland Park, Markham Community House and Leisure Centre, and Pan-Y-fan Country Park. Sirhowy Valley Country Park is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

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Reviews

The Highmead Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
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

Reviews

Verified review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Neville

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

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 review

8/10 Good

Bashir

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

8/10 Good

Callum

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

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025