We've trawled our way across Wales to find 100 of the best pubs in the country.
They range from tiny community-run pubs down country lanes to those in the shadows of ruined abbeys.
Plough and Harrow, Monknash: The Vale of Glamorgan pub has been in the village of Monknash for hundreds of years, with the building dating back to the 14th Century. Well known for real ales and freshly-cooked food.
Cwmdu Inn, near Llandeilo: The pub (and neighbouring shop) have been run by the local community since 2000. The pub has guest ales and ciders from local breweries.
Dyffryn Arms, Pontfaen: The proper pub has been in the family for centuries and current owner Bessie has been behind the bar for 65 years. An experience as much as a good place to get a drink.
The Black Boy Inn, Caernarfon: The pub has been offering rooms for five centuries, and is located within the town walls of Caernarfon. There are always ales and lagers from different local brewers on tap, and a few from further afield.
Tafarn Sinc, Preseli: Located in the heart of the Preseli Hills and the Pembrokeshire National Park is the highest pub in Pembrokeshire. Finding your way to the hamlet of Rosebush is just part of the joy of a visit.
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Groes Inn, near Conwy: The North Wales Inn was the first licenced house in Wales in 1573. The venue sells its own Groes Ale, made in partnership with The Great Orme Brewery, alongside a changing roster of regional beers.
The Ship and Castle, Aberystwyth: The Ship and Castle's name originates from the town's trading connections with Bristol whose coat of arms contains a ship and a castle. The third oldest pub in the seaside market town hosts not one, but two beer festivals a year.
Llanthony Priory Hotel, Llanthony: The Hotel dates back to the 12th century and was originally part of the Llanthony Priory which was built by Augustian monks.
Rummer Tavern, Cardiff: The city centre pub has a history spanning back over three centuries. The name comes from a rummer, which is a large glass or cup of wine, that originated in 16th century Europe. A classic Cardiff pub, the superb Wye Valley HPA (4.0%) is always on tap, alongside three guest ales
Snowdonia Park Brewpub, Waunfawr: The on-site microbrewery uses Snowdonia water to create a selection of real ales for sale in the pub, which has been the CAMRA Gwynedd a Mon pub of the year every year since 2012.
The Black Cock Inn, Caerphilly: A favourite for walkers and cyclists enjoying Caerphilly Mountain, the pub has two sections and plenty of options to drink and eat.
Bridge End Inn, Ruabon: Behind the bar are award winning McGivern ales, fare from many local micro-breweries and cider from Powys and Llandegla.
Ty Coch, Porthdinllaen: Last year's winner. There is an ever rotating selection of cask ales, both local and guest, at the pub, nestled in the beautiful fishing village of Porthdinllaen.
Urban Tap House, Cardiff: The capital venue fast-approaching its second birthday and was Wales' first fully-devoted craft beer and cider bar. As it is owned by the founders of the Tiny Rebel Brewing company many of its wares are behind the bar, plus a plethora of guest ales, largers and ciders
Sun Inn, Llangollen: Well known for its live music the venue stocks plenty of award winning ales, cider and beers, plus plenty of rum.
Rose and Crown, Porthcawl: There is a selection of real ales and continental beers, plus a new beer from the Brains Craft Brewery every month.
Blue Bell Inn, Halkyn: Rumoured to be named after a local pirate's boat, the Blue Bell first opened in the mid 1700s. The family-run independent pub was a CAMRA award winner.
Golden Lion, Llangynhafal: The Denbigh pub attracts locals and those from far afield who stay in the rooms or the campsite out back.
The Albion, Conwy: The public house within the walls of Conwy has an original 1920s back bar, with four of the 10 handpumps originals.
The Hand, Llanarmon: After walking in the Berwyns, The Hand is, well, on hand to offer drink and food.
Tap and Spile, Bangor: A good local, with excellent beers, the Tap makes for a great base from which to explore Snowdonia.
Baskerville Arms, Clyro: The public house stocks, as expected, ales from the Wye Valley Brewery.
The Pelican In Her Piety, Ogmore: They are not too sure if the pub has been around for 250 or 500 years, but either way the food and drink brings people from near and far.
Ship Inn, Tresaith: A stones throw from the beach the bar and restaurant focuses on seafood and selection of ales and beers.
The Lansdowne, Cardiff: The pub in Canton serves real ales, Weiss beers, cider, pub food and pickled eggs.
Otley Arms, Treforest: Has a selection of cast ales, including one from their own family brewery.
The Cricketers, Cardiff: Based in a Victorian townhouse on Cathedral Road and, as the name suggests, by the Swalec Cricket Ground. The Cricketers stocks beers from sister brewery, Evan Evans in Llandeillo.
Old Swan Inn, Llantwit Major: Part of the Knife and Fork collection of pubs, the Old Swan Inn is the oldest pub in Llantwit, dating back to the early 12th century.
Horse and Jockey, Knighton: Originally a 14th Century coaching inn, the pub is on the border with England. There are also eight rooms in The Hayloft for overnight guests.
The Worm's Head Hotel, Rhossili: The garden overlooks Rhossili Bay, Rhosslil Downs and Worms Head. The Helvetia Bar stocks a wide range of drinks.
The Skirrid Mountain Inn, Llanvihangel Crucorney: The Skirrid Mountain Inn dates back to at least 1100 and convicts were hanged in its stairwell during its dark medieval past. But you get a much warmer welcome now.
Red Lion, Old Colwyn: The popular local has a selection of real ales and ciders on tap.
The Kinmel Arms, St George: The bar at the boutique hotel has won CAMRA awards with guest ales changing weekly and Facer’s Flintshire Bitter cask ale and Gwynt y Ddraig cask cider always on tap.
Bunch of Grapes, Pontypridd: The pub is part of the Otley Brewing chain and as expected you find one or more of their wares on tap, but they also carefully source the ales they sell. They also hosts a beer academy for the ale connoisseur.
Black Lion, Abergorlech: Situated on the bank of the River Cothi situated between Llandeilo and Carmarthen and not surprisingly with that location has been named as one of the best beer gardens in the UK.
Ancient Briton, Penycae: The pub has an ever changing selection of beers from regional, national, and specialist micro brewers, with at least nine guest real ales and three ciders on our hand pulls.
The West Arms, Llanarmon: The 16th century inn was situated at the meeting of three tracks from the Welsh Hills as cattle traders made their way. Now it is an award winning restaurant and hotel.
The Bear Hotel, Crickhowell: A 19th-century stagecoach timetable in the bar as a reminder of the Bear's former role, where a selection of carefully selected and cared for real ales are on offer.
Greyhound Inn, Llanrhidian: The traditional 19th century inn has a well-stocked bar offering three or four real ales from its own Gower Brewery.
The Bush Inn, St Hilary: The thatched pub featured in an episode of Sherlock and offers a variety of food, including a gluten free menu.
The Goat Major, Cardiff: The Brains pub in the capital centre dates from around 1830. As expected there is a range of local Cask ales from Brains Brewery down the road, plus a revolving guest ale.
Cresselly Arms, Kilgetty: The 250-year-old pub is located on the Cleddau estuary offers no food but beer is served by the jug.
Fox Inn, Ysceifiog: The pub has changed little structurally since it was built 200 or so years ago. There are a least four cask ales on tap.
Bull Hotel, Llangefni: The Brains pub on Angelesey was built in 1817 and it is rumoured an eight-year-old Mozart stayed at the guest house.
The Star Inn, Talybont on Usk: The Star has been CAMRA's Brecknockshire Pub of the Year for the past seven years. The garden is next to the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal.
The Old Point House, Angle: The centuries old farmhouse pub is known as the lifeboatmen's local, and these links have influenced the decor.
The Crown, Pantygelli: The pubs stocks from local breweries with up to five on real ale hand pumps.
The Ship Inn, near Benllech: The pub located on the shore of Red Wharf Bay near Benllech on the northeast coast of Anglesey boats 48 varieties of Whisky.
Griffin Inn, Dale: The seaside pub in Pembrokeshire offers local, fresh food and real Welsh ales.
Butchers Arms, Llandaff: Close to the cathedral is the family fun friendly pub.
Blue Anchor Inn, Aberthaw: There are four house ales and a changing weekly guest ale, and the Vale of Glamorgan pub is well known for its food. And it has the claim to fame of having Robert De Niro and Jason Statham filming there for the film Killer Elite.
The Kings Arms, Pentyrch: The 16 Century grade II listed Welsh longhouse pub is situated in the village of Pentyrch on the outskirts of Cardiff. The village pub not only serves food and drink, but the deli delivers fresh fruit and veg.
Ye Olde Bulls Head, Beaumaris: The Anglesey Inn has been welcoming guests since the 15th century. The freehouse bar has maintained many of the old features, while diners have option of a restaurant or brasserie.
The Coach, Bridgend: The 2013 winner of WalesOnline best pub. The Bridgend pub has a loyal following and they know how to keep customers happy.
Castle Hotel, Conwy: The 28 room hotel has a restaurant and bar with a choice of hand pulled beers.
The New Conway, Cardiff: A member of the Knife and Fork group the bar serves a selection of guest ales and wine.
Uplands Tavern, Swansea: The Tav has a huge live music following, and while they don't serve food they stock plenty of beer, wine and spirits.
Y Mochyn Du, Cardiff: Right by the Swalec Stadium in Cardiff the pub has four Welsh regional ales always on tap, with local guest ales, European larger and wine.
Ye Olde Murenger House, Newport: A local pub on the High Street in Newport, well known for its beer.
Harbourmaster Hotel, Aberaeron: The Boutique hotel on the Aberaeron quayside has a well-stocked bar.
King's Head Inn, Llangennith: It's just a short journey to the shore from the King's Head. You'll find up to seven real ales on offer usually, nearly all produced at The Gower Brewery and there is seating at the front of the pub looking across to the oldest church in Gower.
The Hotel Penwig, New Quay: The beer garden at the front of the pub allows stunning views of Cardigan Bay. Behind the bar, real ales wine, coffees and soft drinks are on offer. Local food served up is good pub grub.
The Stackpole Inn, Stackpole: The charming Stackpole Inn is tucked away on the National Trust’s Stackpole Estate in Pembrokeshire. And the 17th century pub has earned a fine reputation for food.
Pen-y-Gwryd Hotel, Nant Gwynant: It might be a mountaineers hotel - where Hillary and Tenzing trained for the first successful ascent of Mount Everest in 1953 - but it also great food and drink.
Druidstone Hotel, Broadhaven: The setting places this venue high above many, with stunning views of the coast, but the food and drink is also well known.
Boars Head, Tyla Garw: Variety of ales on the pub, which change often, and well known for its Sunday roast.
The Sloop, Porthgain: The inn is located between Fishguard and St Davids on the Pembrokeshire coast and dates back to the 18th Century. As expected with its location there are fish dishes on the menu.
The Bell at Skenfrith, Skenfrith: This Monmouthshire inn has rooms and a restaurant. The bar has real ales on tap, from local breweries such as Wye Valley.
The Pilot, Mumbles: Wales CAMRA Pub of the Year 2014. Each pump at The Pilot has its own Twitter handle so you can check what's on tap before you go.
City Arms, Cardiff: The city centre bar is right next door to the Millennium Stadium and prides itself on the beers and ciders it serves. There is also a City Arms Beer Club to earn points the more you buy.
The Ship, Llangrannog: The seaside pub specialises in seafood and hosts a local producers market.
The Black Lion, New Quay: An old haunt of Dylan Thomas. The bar has a range of draught beers and wines and for out of towners there are rooms.
Red Lion Inn, Radnor: A great base for exploring the rolling Radnorshire Hill and Elan Valley. The seven room inn has real ales and serves food.
The Dolphin Inn, Llanrhidian: A real community pub that keeps things simple.
The Last Inn, Barmouth: The venue dates back to the 15th century when it began life as a shoemaker’s home. Many original features remain and the strong connections with the RNLI are on display.
The Lion Inn, Monmouthshire: The Lion Inn was originally a coaching inn, brew house and pig farm that was built in 1580. The inn focuses on the traditional, with beers, food and atmosphere.
Llindir Inn, Denbighshire: The thatched Grade II listed Llindir Inn dates from 1229 and is certainly one of the oldest pubs in Wales. With ever changing guest ales and locally sourced food the Llindir brings in people from near and far.
Pentre Arms, Llangrannog: The rooms at the Pentre Arms have sea views. But the bar caters for locals and tourits alike with a fully stocked bar.
The Brynffynon Hotel, Llanwonno: Built in 17th Century as small workmen's public house the Brynffynon is now a traditional, family-run pub.
The Gwaelod-y-Garth Inn, Gwaelod-y-Garth: The pub has an on-site brewery - Violet Cottage Brewery or “The Brew with a View” - which can be sampled in the pub. Gwaelod-y-Garth means foot of the mountain and has excellent views to go with the food and drink.
The Sycamore Tree Inn, Colwinston: A traditional country pub set in the historic village of Colwinston, three miles from Cowbridge, with parts of the pub dating back more than 400 years.
The Star Inn, Treoes: They say they pride themselves on delivering "a great pub experience and a friendly atmosphere along with our highly acclaimed, quality food." The food is locally sourced and ever-changing, offering a gastropub style menu.
The Sportsman, Newtown: The Sportsman was Montgomeryshire CAMRA Pub Of The Year 2014 and stocks drinks from Monty's Brewery Real Ales.
The Queens Hotel, Swansea: The Maritime Quarter pub is a locals pub with plenty of options on tap.
St Julian Inn, Newport: The inn sits on the banks of the River Usk. Four handpumps dispense three regulars and one locally brewed guest ale.
Fox and Hounds, Llancarfan: The venue has seven rooms and a restaurant, plus a large outdoors area. Local and guest ales are on tap for visitors to historic village.
Prince of Wales, Kenfig: The 16th century family run pub is on the edge of the Kenfig Nature Reserve. Beers are from local breweries.
The Park, Barry: The Brains pub in Barry, as expected, has SA and craft ales from the Cardiff brewery.
The Pilot, Penarth: The Pilot, which opened in 2012, has attracted a number of plaudits, including a spot in the Michelin Eating Out in Pubs Guide 2014, which recommends 570 pubs across the UK based primarily on the quality of their food.
The Three Tuns, Hay-on-Wye: With a grade II listing, The Three Tuns is said to be the oldest surviving house in Hay-on-Wye. Believed to date back to the 16th century, the pub has a huge central Inglenook chimney and a wealth of period features including the original dog leg staircase.
The Radnorshire Arms, Presteigne: The original building dates back to the mid 16th century and was owned by Sir Christopher Hatton. It became an inn in 1792 after passing into the hands of the Bradshaws.
No Sign Wine Bar, Swansea: One of Wales' oldest bars, the wine cellars date back to the 1400s and established in 1690. It was also a regular haunt of Dylan Thomas.
The Old Stag, Llangernyw: Originally built as a farm in 1640, it remained a farm house until around 1890 when the first records of a license application was received by Abergele courts. It was converted into the current pub in the 1970s.
The Cambrian Tap, Cardiff: The Cambrian Tap, which specialises in craft beer and pork pies, opened on the site of the former Kitty Flynn's in St Mary Street in the capital.
The Hanbury Arms, Caerleon: Overlooking the River Usk, the Hanbury dates from 1565 and there are still Tudor windows on the top floor. Now a Brains pub, with traitional ales and food.
Y Talbot, Tregaron: The old drover's pub in the middle of Tregaron has a chef, Dafydd Watkin, who trained with Marco Pierre White and producers fare that sits nicely between haute cuisine and pub classics.
Cross Keys, Swansea: The city centre pub dates back to 1332 and is on the site of the former St David's Hospital. Now it has an extensive menu and selection of beers and wines.
The Dragonfly, Newport: On the doorstep of Tredegar House the pub attracts visitors to the tourist attraction as well as locals. And the pub was previously known as The Celtic Springs because of a sacred spring nearby
Old Nags Head, Monmouth: The pub is said to date back to the 1200s and one room forms part of a medieval tower which is the only upstanding remains of the town walls of Monmouth.
The Kings Head, Llandovery: Dating back from the 13th century, it was once of the main coaching inns in Wales as it was home to The Black Ox Bank and boasts plenty of character today.
