In the unlikely event that rural Carmarthenshire ever suffers an invasion of those unreal “real housewives”, Llandeilo is where they will hang out. The pretty, historical centre is bursting with gaily painted boutiques selling lingerie, handmade jewellery, high-end homewares and designer clothes. Heavenly is as luxurious a chocolate shop as you’ll find (they’ll deliver a box of eight brownies for £21), Peppercorn does kitchen cuteness in all the right ways and Pinc is a stylish florist. Toast, the all-conquering “slow fashion” label, was founded in Llandeilo and some estate agents cite its discount store as reason enough to move here.
The other great joy of this delightful little town lies in its surroundings. There are few finer views in Wales than the one from the