Mid Wales and Brecon Beacons

Visit Mid Wales for holidays and vacations set in the breathtaking scenery of Snowdonia, Brecon Beacons national park and
Machynlleth and
Machynlleth - ancient capital of
An historic base, home to Owain Glyndwr’s Parliament House, a prominent town clock and host to a Market every Wednesday. It has a reputation for its small, unique shops and also has a range of cafes, pubs and a supermarket. Machynlleth is also brilliantly located for touring the splendours of Snowdonia to the north, the nearby Cader Idris range and the coastline to the west.
Beaches
Great sandy beaches run alongside both sides of the river Dyfi’s estuary, just 15 miles from Machynlleth, from Aberdyfi to Tywyn on the northern side and from Ynys-las to Borth in the south.
Things to see in Machynlleth and Dyfi Valley, Mid Wales
Centre for Alternative Technology has built an international reputation over the last 25 years, attracting people and students interested in aspects of sustainable living as well as those just looking for an interesting day out.
King Arthur’s Labyrinth offers underground caverns and a maze, with dramatic settings telling tales of King Arthur and other legends
Corris Craft Centre has a range of high quality craft units and Corris Tourist Information Centre.
Y Tabernacle (also known as
Activities in Machynlleth and
Walking – ‘Glyndŵr’s Way’ National Trail offers some of Mid-Wales` finest scenery, ranging from rolling hills, woodland and country lanes to open hill and mountain.
Also, Cadair Idris and Aran Fawddwy, both claiming the second highest mountain in
Cycling -
Horse Riding -
Water Sports - Sailing, sail boarding, rowing, canoeing, fishing and boat trips based in Aberdyfi. Sailing also at Clywedog Reservoir.
Golf at Machynlleth, Borth and Aberdyfi.
Fishing (sea and river) including salmon and sea trout fishing on the renowned River Dyfi. Clywedog Reservoir is also popular for fishing.
Aberdyfi Outward Bound - a wide range of activities including sailing, canoeing, improvised rafting, rock climbing, gorge walking, mountain expeditions and orienteering.
Bird-watching, especially on the estuary, with Red Kites on the moors and mountains.
Local History & Culture
Recently voted 23rd in the BBC’s unprecedented public search for the greatest Briton of all time, Owain Glyndwr is a highly iconic figure in Welsh history. Described in Shakespeare's Henry IV, Part I as "not in the roll of common men", he assembled a national parliament at Machynlleth in 1404, drawing up mutual recognition treaties with
Today, the Welsh language and culture remains central to life in the
Events
A summary of up and coming events, places of interest etc in the area can be found on www.dyfidiary.co.uk.
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Welshpool and surrounding area, Mid Wales
Welshpool - Where
Welshpool, or in Welsh, Y Trallwng, is a market town situated 4 miles (6 km) from the Wales-England border. The Canal at Welshpool take’s you back to a bygone era and the busy market town of Welshpool is a great place to do that all important shopping.
Things to see in Welshpool and surrounding area, Mid Wales
Llanrhaeadr Waterfall – known as Pistyll Rhaeadr is the
Activities in Welshpool and surrounding area, Mid Wales
Welshpool & Llanfair Steam Railway – weaves its way through the delightful
Walking - Offa’s Dyke long distance footpath continually crosses between
Pony trekking - Mid
Quad trekking – Commando Paintball & Border Quad Trekking
Water Sports - Sailing at
Golf courses – Welshpool Golf Course, Llanmynech Golf Course and
Fishing - Montgomery Canal, Moel-y-Garth Carp Pools at Guilsfield, Coed-y-Dinas in Welshpool, Llyndu Pool in the Lower Park of Powis Castle, River Severn at Lower Leighton, River Vyrnwy near Llanymynech, River Banwy in Llanfair and the River Camlad near Forden.
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More About Mid
This area of
The Uplands of South and
Because of the different patterns of limestone and grit erosion which dominate the area, waterfalls, gorges and caves have formed over the centuries.
Peregrine falcon and raven can be seen in flight. Look for red kites in oak and ash woodlands. Arctic alpine plants blossom, while in the valleys, foxgloves and bluebells hold sway.
The Usk is the major river in the park. It is famous for both salmon and trout fishing. The Wye flows along the eastern Park boundary and the Tywi in the west. Other rivers disappear into caves. At Devil's Bridge, the
Remnants of chambered long
A good place to start a journey is at the Brecon Beacons Mountain Centre, six miles (10km) southwest of Brecon. There are waterfalls, old viaducts, reservoirs, castles, caves and walks to be enjoyed amid nature's scenic wonders.
Towpath walk along the
Rolling hills, mountains, valleys, meadows and the
Exterior of the Judge's Lodgings, Presteigne
The atmospheric Judge's Lodgings in Presteigne is lit by gaslight as it was during Victorian times. Original furnishings grace the elegant apartments. The fully equipped servants' quarters and huge courtroom are part of this 1870 Shire Hall.
Knighton, a small market town, sits on the Welsh-English border at the approximate

