Things to do in Wales

Visit the magnificent Victorian dams of the Elan Valley, a network of 6 stunning dams and a nature reserve of 2000 acres, opens up fabulous countryside for exploring. Enjoy the flat sweeping paths alongside Caban Coch Dam or head off for a more strenuous mountainous walk. An ideal location to spend the day exploring the great outdoors or just sit and marvel at the structures, especially if the water is flowing fast.

The Cambrian Mountains and the Wye Valley offer completely different experiences and landscapes and the area boasts dark sky status, perfect for stargazing and romantic evenings. Why not take some time to visit the local kite feeding stations at Gigrin Farm in Rhayader or take a trip a little further to Nant Yr Arian, also a hot spot for mountain biking. Watching the majestic Red Kites circle and feed in large numbers is truly breath-taking and it’s worth taking time to sit back and simply marvel at the national bird of Wales.

Rhayader town is a real gem, still a bustling market town, you will find lovely local independent shops, cafes and pubs including a traditional hardware store – a real treat and a blast from the past.

Rhayader is close to Builth Wells, home to the Royal Welsh Show and showground, a perfect distance to be able to easily attend one of the many annual shows and still be able to retreat to the stunning Mid Wales countryside.

Gilfach Nature reserve is over 400 acres of open moorland, flower rich grassland and oak woodland, offering a circular nature trail and a great place to enjoy a picnic at one of the spots and simply relax and let the world go by.

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The West Coast of Wales and Cardigan Bay, with the Victorian seaside town of Aberystwyth with the funicular railway, pier and if you are lucky you will witness the starling murmurations. Why not take a trip to Devils Bridge on the steam train or travel by car and make the most of the Rheidol Gorge and visit the picturesque landscape of the Hafod Estate.

Visit Borth, a seaside village that links onto Ynys Las, visit the nearby nature reserve or maybe you will see the petrified sunken forest in the sands.

For bird lovers Ynys Las is an RSPB reserve but also nearby there is the Dovey Osprey Project near Machynlleth.

Rhayader is less than an hour’s drive from Machynlleth, on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park and also in the opposite direction the Brecon Beacons National Park, opening up the chance to explore and enjoy the fantastic mountains of Cadair Idris and Pen Y Fan.

Take a trip to the incredible National Trusts Powis Castle, a medieval castle rising above the Italianate terraced gardens and imposing yew hedges, be careful you can lose a day here.

With so much and more on your doorstep, you may need to come and see us again…….

Things to Do