About us..

Castello de Haye is a natural skincare company founded in 2010 by James and Jacqueline Kennett in the serene heart of Hay-on-Wye, Wales. Inspired by the pure, healing waters of Swan’s Well, we create handcrafted botanical soaps, essential oils, natural room mists, and balms using ingredients sourced from the surrounding Welsh countryside. 
Our natural products blend wild herbs, lavender, chamomile, and cold-pressed oils, with the pristine spring water of Swan’s Well. Free from parabens, sulfate-free, synthetic fragrances-free, and harsh skin irritants like (SLS) common foaming agents, every item is cruelty-free, palm oil-free, and crafted with modern sustainable beauty ethics.
The name Castello de Haye comes from a 12th-century castle near Swan’s Well, known locally as The Tump. This ancient Welsh site, steeped in history, connects our artisan skincare craft to the land’s storied past. Legend tells of Ceinwen, a holy hermitess whose spirit blessed the well, infusing its waters with natural healing power—a legacy we honour in every handmade product. 
Our eco-friendly packaging, ever-evolving and designed for easy recycling, treads lightly on the earth with natural Kraft paper and biodegradable twine. Plastic-free Celebrating nature’s gifts, it nourishes body and soul while supporting zero-waste beauty.
At Castello de Haye, we draw from the seasons, the land, and the pure spring waters of Swan’s Well, crafting skincare that transforms simple self-care moments and takes you back to a more natural world.

Discover our botanical skincare collection handmade in Hay-on-Wye.