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BIRD WATCHING
The Gigrin Red Kite Feeding Centre in Rhayader is open daily, all year round. Red Kites can be seen in this area throughout the year and are seen daily flying over Gwynfan. This area is a birdwatchers dream with resident Falcons, Ravens, Buzzards and Peregrine.
Tel: 01597 810243
Web: www.redkitecentre.co.uk
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Carngalfft in the Elan Valley is a reserve kept by the RSPB. Tree Pipits, Redstarts and Whinchats are seen here during the summer months. This is a vast area of moorlands, wetlands, woodlands and hedgerows with many wild flowers.
Web: www.rspb.org.uk/reserves
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BIKE COLLECTION, HIRE
AND CYCLE ROUTES
National Cycle Collection in Llandrindod Wells has over 250 bicycles and displays dating from 1819 - 2000 naming one is the Penny Farthings. Open daily 10am - 4pm.
Tel: 01597 825531
Web: www.cyclemuseum.org.uk
Looking for a bike to hire in Mid Wales? There is a choice of 2 local premises to enjoy a view of the local area.
Sports Centre in Llandrindod Wells
Tel: 01597 824249
Web: www.powys.gov.uk
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Clive Powells Mountain Bike Centre, Rhayader
Tel: 01589 811343
Web: www.clivepowell-mtb.co.uk
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The Elan Valley Trail and Cycle Path is an 8 mile route which runs along the old railway line built to aid the Elan Valley Dams over a century ago. An easy ride to be enjoyed by young and old with outstanding beauty. Web: www.elanvalley.org.uk
The Radnor Ring Route 25 is an 86 mile route of stunning scenery in the heart of Wales linking Rhayader, Kington, Knighton and Llandrindod Wells. Tel: 01597 826605
National Cycle Route 8 runs from North Wales (Anglesey) on route to the Bristol Channel.
National Cycle Route 81 runs from Aberystwyth through to the border town of Shrewsbury. Both these cycle routes runs or passes through either the town of Rhayader or the Elan Valley.
Web: www.sustransshop.co.uk
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FISHING
Llyngwyn Lake - 16 acres of pure natural fishing, restocked weekly with permits and boat hire catered for.
The Rhayader and Elan Valley Angling Association - fishing for Salmon and Trout on the Beautiful rivers of Elan, Marteg and Wye, all within easy reach of Gwynfan.
Alan Lewis: Tel: 01597 810383
Web: www.rhayaderangling.co.uk
Springrock Fishery is a 2.5 acre lake set in stunning scenic surroundings in the near by village of Llandegley only 4 miles from Gwynfan. It is stocked with carp up to 24lb consisting of mirrors, commons, crucians, ghosts and koi.
Tel: 07970 092160
Email:
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WALKING
There are lots of walking opportunities near and around this area. (Maps are supplied for short routes within Gwynfan). A short 1 mile walk takes you to the local village of Llanyre with a beautiful public house on your doorstep.
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Llandrindod Wells has three circular 5 miles walks and 4 linear walks all with or without guides.
Tel: 01597 824012
Web: www.llandrindod.co.uk
The Elan Valley Visitor Centre has many guided walks.
Tel: 01597 810880
Web: www.elanvalley.org.uk
Radnorshire Wildlife Trust Visitor and Education Centre - 418 acre farm/nature reserve has many trails.
Tel: 01597 823298
Web: www.radnorshirewildlifetrust.org.uk
Offa's Dyke Path based in Knighton - 177 mile trail runs along the Shropshire and Radnorshire borders and passes through flat river valleys, dense oak forests, heathland and bracken covered hills.
Tel: 01597 528753
Web: www.offasdyke.demon.co.uk
Glyndwrs Way - 135 mile trail runs from Knighton via Machynlleth to Welshpool which includes the tranquil Radnorshire hills and the shores of the spectacular Llyn Clywedog Reservoir.
Tel: 01597 827562
Web: www.nationaltrail.co.uk/GlyndwrsWay
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GOLF
Llandrindod Wells Golf Club 18 holes is located overlooking the Spa Town with views as breathtaking at the views from Gwynfan.
Tel: 01597 822010
Web: www.lwgc.co.uk
Builth Wells Golf Club 18 holes is located in the quiet, picturesque Mid Wales countryside.
Tel: 01982 553296
Email:
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HORSE / PONY RIDING / TREKKING
The Heart of Wales Riding Holidays centre offers both instructions or hacks out, fantastic indoor riding centre is available on-site.
Tel: 01597 851884
Underhill Riding Stables offers both instructions or hacks out.
Tel: 01597 851890
Web: www.underhillridingstables.co.uk
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Lion Royal Trekking Centre in the Elan Valley offers full and half day rides for all levels of riders.
Tel: 01597 810202
Web: www.lionroyal.co.uk
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LLANDRINDOD WELLS VICTORIAN FESTIVAL
Llandrindod Wells Victorian Festival takes place every August and runs for 9 days. This Victorian Spa Town holds themed events and street entertainment with many people wearing Victorian Costume. The Festival closes with a fabulous firework display over the lake.
Tel: 01597 823441
Web: www.vicfest.co.uk
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BRECON JAZZ FESTIVAL
Brecon's Jazz Festival is well established and a real gem amongst music lovers. Held during early August each year. The festival takes over venues throughout Brecon's lovely streets.
Web: www.breconjazz.co.uk
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LLANWRTYD WELLS UNUSUAL EVENTS
Llanwrtyd Wells is famous for its unusual events which take place every Summer.
The Man versus Horse Race - a gruelling 22 mile marathon where runners and horses compete against each other.
World Mountain Bog Snorkelling Championships competitors cycle 2 lengths of a channel cut in the bog using snorkels. World Bog Snorkelling Championships competitors swim a 60 metre trench dug into the bog using snorkel and flippers.
Tel: 01591 610666
Web: www.green-events.co.uk
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HAY ON WYE FESTIVAL
Hay-on-Wye Festival takes place at the end of May each year. A celebration of visual arts, cinema, music, journalism and the environment. Hay-on-Wye is a world famous book town full of wonderful second hand bookshops.
Tel: 0870 990 1299
Web: www.hayfestival.com
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THE JUDGES LODGING IN PRESTEIGNE
Step back into the 1870's at the award winning Lodging and discover the world of a most unusual historic house.
Tel: 01544 260650
Web: www.judgeslodging.org.uk
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ERWOOD STATION CRAFT CENTRE AND GALLERY
At this unspoilt location you can absorb the spirit of lost railways dating back to 1962 (Restoration of a Diesel Loco AMW169).
Tel: 01982 560674
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SWIMMING AND SPORTS CENTRES
Llandrindod Wells has a 20m heated swimming pool and facilities for table tennis, badminton and other recreational activities.
Tel: 01597 824249
Web: www.powys.gov.uk
Rhayader Leisure Centre has a swimming pool with spa bath, a fitness room, squash courts and pool and table tennis.
Tel: 01597 810355
Web: rhayader-leisurecentre.powys.gov.uk/index.php
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CINEMA AND ART CENTRES
The WyeSide Arts Centre in Builth Wells has a cinema, gallery and theatre with shows and performances held throughout year.
Tel: 01982 552555
Web: www.wyeside.co.uk
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BOWLING
Ten-pin bowling centre Ustrike based in Newtown has 4 state-of-the-art lanes with licensed bar for drinks and snacks.
Tel: 01686 622688
Web: www.ustrike.co.uk
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THE ROYAL WELSH SHOW GROUND
The Royal Welsh Show Ground in Builth Wells holds many events throughout the year including Dog Shows, Bee-keepers Conventions, Mountain Bike Events, Horse Show/Sales, Antiques and Collectors Fair and Sheep sales. The main events being the Royal Welsh Agricultural Show held during July, the Royal Welsh Small Holders Show held in May and the Royal Welsh Agricultural Winter Fair held at the end of November.
Tel: 01982 553683
Web: www.rwas.co.uk
Local small agricultural shows run most Saturdays from the end of May unto the end of September. Please ask and we will be able to tell you where the nearest one is taking place.
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PLAY CENTRES
Quackers Indoor Play Centre only 4 miles from Gwynfan - ball pools, drop slides, go-carts, sand diggers and much, much more.
Tel: 01597 860111
Web: www.quackersnow.com
Llangorse Multi Activity Centre - Indoor climbing, Zip Line Experience, High Rope Course, Dingle Scramble and many more exciting activities to be enjoyed.
Tel: 0333 6002020
Web: www.activityuk.com
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ACTON SCOTT MUSEUM
Action Scott Historic Working Farm - go back to the turn of the 20th century and follow the story of the farm from prehistoric times to the present day.
Tel: 0845 6789024
Web: www.actonscottmuseum.com
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DEVIL'S BRIDGE
Devil's Bridge Waterfalls and Nature Trail.
Tel: 01970 890233
Web: www.devilsbridgefalls.co.uk
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ABBEY-CWM-HIR HALL
The Hall at Abbey-Cwm-Hir is Grade II listed as one of Wales' finest examples of Victorian Gothic Revival Architecture.
Tel: 01597 851727
Web: www.abbeycwmhir.com
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CENTRE FOR ALTERNATIVE TECHNOLOGY
The Centre for Alternative Technology is based in Machynlleth learn about climate change, pollution, waste, energy and lots more to do with our environment.
Tel: 01654 705950
Web: www.cat.org.uk
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PLACES TO EAT
A 1 mile short walk to The Bell Country Inn, a local village pub serving excellent food. Or travel down to Llandrindod Wells where you will find many olde worthy pubs serving good locally produced food with real ales. There is also a number of takeaways from Chinese, Indian and the traditional fish and chips. |
