Self Catering - Explore Mid Wales - Powys County Council

Explore Mid Wales 

and the Brecon Beacons 

www.exploremidwales.com 

2009

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Simply the best place to be naturally 

Quite simply, people come to Mid Wales because it’s good for the soul. A home-from-home with 

a generous sprinkling of magic, Mid Wales and the Brecon Beacons knows how to soothe, and 

surprise her visitors. 

Offering natural highs and stunning surrounds, there’s the pleasure of lazy days and long lunches 

followed by a gentle stroll to the nearest market, calming cruises along pretty canals, nostalgic 

rides by rail and plenty of pre-dinner treats such as that long-deserved pamper session in a salon 

or spa. With evenings filled with good company, fine food and first class entertainment, it’s no 

surprise people come back for more. 

Then there’s her adventurous side for the sport-minded, with dynamic challenges and breathtaking 

experiences in the air, on top of a mountain and in the water. And for those who just want some pure 

old fashioned fun, there are festivals and fayres, visitor centres and pastimes of every description. 

But that’s not all. This small but beautifully formed county not only gives the time-out to relax and 

soak in the friendly atmosphere, it also invigorates with the sweet discovery of cultural and artistic 

delights from a multi-talented land and people. 

Free-fall, dive-in, free-wheel or just breathe deeper, a kaleidoscope of sensations awaits. The 

Welsh-homed skill of a warm welcome is renowned, for good reason. With strangers viewed just 

as people not yet met, and a friendly nod and smile never far away, it’s got the charm, the variety, 

and the space, for everyone, especially visitors, to feel they belong. 

Drink in the spirit and exploremidwales.com where time slows down, and the stresses and strains 

of contemporary life melt away. 

www.exploremidwales.com

Contents 

• Brecon Beacons National Park P. 3 

• For local produce served with good taste P. 5 

• Where the greenest gardens grow P. 7 

• For inspiring walks at your own pace P. 9 

• A day in the saddle P. 11 

• For golf with greens of envy P. 14 

• Where crystal-clear waters reel you in P. 17 

• For a slice of the action P. 19 

• Where every town is unique P. 22 

• Where journeys begin P. 29 

• Link the past with the future P. 31 

• To have and to hold P. 32 

• For a wealth of culture P. 33 

• For a basket full of arts and crafts P. 35 

• Take a step closer to nature P. 37 

• It’s all happening in Wales P. 39 

• Festivals and Events P. 41 

• Accommodation P. 43 

Y lle gorau i fod yn naturiol 

Yn syml, mae pobl yn dod i Ganolbarth Cymru gan ei fod yn dda i’r enaid. 

Mae’n cynnig gwefr naturiol a golygfeydd godidog, y pleser o ddiwrnodau diog a chiniawau hir 

wedi’u dilyn gan dro hamddenol i’r farchnad agosaf, teithiau hyfryd ar hyd camlesi prydferth; 

teithiau ar drên ag atgof o’r oes a fu a digon o gyfleoedd i sbwylio eich hun cyn cinio yn y salon 

neu’r sba. Gyda’r nosweithiau wedi’u llenwi â chwmni da, bwyd gwych ac adloniant o’r radd 

flaenaf, nid yw’n syndod bod pobl yn dod yn ôl dro ar ôl thro. 

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Come and share the infinite amount of fresh air we have here! Be inspired by the green grass 

landscapes which take you far and away from daily life. 

The mountains are serene with high peaks and hidden waterfalls, soared over by ravens, buzzards 

and red kites. But the great thing is, you don’t have to climb them! Admire from afar, then follow 

quiet lanes and gentle footpaths to the nearest inn. 

We pride ourselves on our green credentials. With eco-accredited businesses, dedicated bus 

services, nature reserves and protected areas, the Brecon Beacons are a green paradise. We even 

have a European award for it! 

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Brecon Beacons National Park 

“Be inspired by the grass green landscapes 

which take you far and away from daily life”. 


Refresh! 

• Freewheel along quiet country lanes with our Cycle Breaks pack. You can easily hire a bike here. 

• Get on a guided walk! Great tales and excellent wildlife. 

• Absorb the views with every bite. The National Park Visitor Centre has excellent tearooms full of 

local food. 

• Chug along through wild scenery on Brecon Mountain Railway. 

• Gone fishing! You can too – game or coarse, still or river. Free booklet of information available. 

• Rockhunt in the Fforest Fawr Geopark – Geotrails, waterfalls, exhibitions. 

• Get your mountain bike into the mountains –16 great routes ranging from expert to just beginning. 

• Have a wild time with a booklet of 12 easy grade Wildlife Walks for all the family. 

• Eat a Black Mountains Breakfast – local food cooked specially. 

• Getting back on a horse? Start off here with stables and centres scattered thickly. 

• Go down a coal mine at Big Pit – only one part of the amazing Blaenavon World Heritage Site. 

Parc Cenedlaethol Bannau Brycheiniog 

Dewch i rannu’r awyr iach di-ben-draw sydd gennym yma! Cewch eich ysbrydoli gan y 

tirweddau glas a fydd yn eich tywys y tu hwnt i fywyd bob dydd. 

Mynyddoedd tawel gyda chopaon uchel a rhaeadrau cuddiedig, lle mae’r gigfran, y boda a’r 

barcud coch yn hedfan uwchben. Ond wrth gwrs, nid oes rhaid i chi eu dringo! Edmygwch 

hwy o bell, a dilyn y lonydd tawel a llwybrau hamddenol i’r dafarn agosaf. 

Rydym yn falch o’n cymwysterau gwyrdd. Gyda busnesau eco-achrededig, gwasanaethau bysiau 

dynodedig, gwarchodfeydd natur ac ardaloedd dan warchodaeth, mae Bannau Brycheiniog yn 

baradwys werdd. Mae gennym wobr Ewropeaidd amdanynt hyd yn oed! 


For local produce served with good taste 

There’s nothing stuffy about Welsh food. The art is its simplicity, high quality fresh produce, locally- 

grown or reared, packed with goodness, and available as nature intended, at the right time of 

year. That’s not to say you’re limited by the seasons there’s more than enough choice to satisfy the 

most discerning of palates and the most ravenous of appetites, useful considering Wales offers the 

active so many good excuses to eat more! 

The Welsh care passionately about what they eat, and where it comes from. Based on a tradition 

of hearty fare for the working man home from the field, sea or coal-face, the wide variety reflects 

the ever-changing Welsh landscape. From the heady mountain-tops through to the emerald grasses 

and pure waters, the cheeses and wines, meats, fish and seafood, cakes and pastries ooze richness 

and good taste. 

And the love-affair with good food doesn’t stop there. In true Welsh-style, everything edible is 

celebrated at the many festivals and fayres. Designed to entertain the taste-buds and nourish 

mind, body and soul, food is presented in all its glory, with demonstrations, tastings and hands-on 

activities for all food fans – from the beginner to the confirmed foodie. 

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“Welsh food - simple, down-to-earth, and 

quite simply delicious. The only problem 

will be fitting in all in” 

And the cherry on the ‘Llech Cymreig’ traditional cake, (best served 

hot and spread with butter). The farmers markets, regularly held in 

many of the larger villages and towns, they are an ideal opportunity 

to give in to temptation and hand-pick the freshest of ingredients for 

a meal fit for kings and queens. For detailed information on the many 

local farmers markets go to www.exploremidwales.com 

• Mid Wales Gourmet Food Festival - Llanwrtyd Wells 

4th April 2009 

www.food-food-food.co.uk 

• Mid Wales Mouthful Food Festival - Royal Welsh Show Ground 

25th and 26th April 2009 

www.wonderwoolwales.co.uk/mouthful 

• Hay on Wye Food Festival 

June 2009 www.breconbeacons.org.uk 

• Talgarth Festival of the Black Mountains 

22nd and 23rd August 2009 

www.talgarthfestival.org.uk 

• Welsh Food Festival - Near Welshpool 

5th and 6th June 2009 

www.welshfoodfestival.co.uk 

• Abergavenny Food Festival 

19th and 20th Sept 2009 

www.abergavennyfoodfestival.com 

Am gynnyrch lleol sy’n cael ei weini’n dda 

Mae bwyd Cymru fel chwa o awyr iach. Ei symlder yw ei 

gryfder: cynnyrch ffres o ansawdd uchel, wedi’i dyfu neu ei 

fagu’n lleol, yn faethlon ac yn dymhorol. Er hynny, ni chewch 

eich cyfyngu gan y tymhorau - mae yna fwy na digon o ddewis 

a fydd wrth ddant pawb sydd â’r safonau uchaf a’r archwaeth 

fwyaf am fwyd - sy’n hynod o ffodus gan fod Cymru’n cynnig 

cymaint o esgusodion da i’r heini i fwyta rhagor! 

Produits du terroir servis avec 

bon goût 

Les gallois aiment passionnément ce 

qu’ils mangent et la provenance des 

produits. Raison pour laquelle il existe 

une telle variété de produits frais pour 

avoir le choix; tous dégageant de la 

richesse et du bon goût. 

Leur amour de la bonne chaire ne 

s’arrête pas là. Il existe un florilège 

de festivals et de foires tout au long 

de l’année, ainsi que des marchés 

agricoles se tenant la plupart du 

temps lors des week-ends et offrant 

énormément d’excellents prétextes 

pour succomber à la tentation. 

Voor locale producten opgediend 

met goede smaak 

De inwoners van Wales besteden 

uiterst veel aandacht aan wat ze eten, 

en waar het vandaan komt. Daarom 

is er een ruime waaier aan verse, 

lokale producten, waaruit kan worden 

gekozen. Van al deze producten 

druipt rijkdom en goede smaak. 

En hun voorliefde voor lekker eten 

stopt niet hier. Heel het jaar door 

zijn er tijdens het weekend tal van 

festivals, beurzen en ambachtelijke 

markten die u het uitstekende excuus 

geven om toe te geven aan deze 

verleiding! 

Einheimische Produkte mit gutem 

Geschmack 

Die Waliser sorgen sich mit großer 

Leidenschaft darum, was sie essen 

und woher ihr Essen kommt. Dies 

ist auch der Grund dafür, dass 

es solch ein reiches Angebot an 

frischen, einheimischen Produkten 

gibt, aus dem man auswählen kann. 

Alle Produkte sind in üppiger Fülle 

vorhanden und bestechen durch 

einen guten Geschmack. 

Ihre Liebe zu gutem Essen hört hier 

nicht auf. Das ganze Jahr über gibt es 

durch unzählige Feste und Jahrmärkte 

sowie Bauernmärkte an den meisten 

Wochenenden viele vortreffliche 

Gründe, dieser Versuchung zu erliegen 


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Where the greenest 

gardens grow 

Set against the backdrop of stunning scenery and breathtaking views, the gardens of Mid Wales and 

the Brecon Beacons reveal the Welsh belief in the simple things in life. From the small places of 

enchantment found in Grandma’s Garden at Machynlleth, to the soldier-like borders with flowers 

standing to attention in the grounds of the historic Powis Castle in Welshpool, the Welsh people 

know that a good garden nourishes the emotions and cultivates a sense of well-being. 

And the fact that gardens mean different things to different people is not a problem either. With a 

diverse mix of traditional, formal and eclectic – and the odd one, just plain crazy – with greens so 

deep you can drown in them, there is a garden for every occasion…and every personality. 


For the dreamers and meditators, there’s the tranquility of such gardens as Coity Mawr and Woodhill, 

where you can let nature do the work and bask in a world away from it all. For the sensually-led, a 

banquet of smells, sights and sounds awaits at Ashford House (not to mention at the many small gems 

supported by the National Garden’s scheme). And for those looking for a source of fascinating information 

into the world of plants, and a chance to study landscape and design, or marvel at the variety of wildlife, 

there’s The Hall at Abbey Cwm Hir near Llandrindod Wells, and the more public spaces of the Rock Park 

a stone’s throw away in the heart of Llandrindod Wells. 

Unearth a wide range of private gems open to the public on specific days from the National Garden’s Scheme 

at www.ngs.org.uk www.gardenofwales.org.uk. 

For detailed information on the gardens in Mid Wales go to www.exploremidwales.com 

Or bury yourself in the following… 

Ashford House Garden - Talybont-on-Usk 

Bodynfoel Hall - Montgomeryshire 

Coity Mawr - Talybont-on-Usk 

Llysdinam - Near Llandrindod Wells 

Vaynor Park Gardens - Near Welshpool 

Woodhill - Llansilin, Oswestry 

Grandma’s Garden - Plas Dolguog Estates, 

Machynlleth 

Powis Castle 

& Garden 

Nr Welshpool, Powys, SY21 8RF 

2009 Opening arrangements 

Open Thursdays to Mondays 

March 1st to November 1st 

Closed Tuesdays & Wednesdays 

March – June & September - November 

Also open Wednesdays during 

July and August 

For opening times, prices and advice 

about access for visitors 

with mobility difficulties please call 

Visitor Services: 01938 551929 

“ Set against the backdrop of stunning scenery and 

breathtaking views, the gardens of Mid Wales and the Brecon 

Beacons reveal the Welsh belief in the simple things in life”. 

Lle mae’r gerddi gwyrddaf yn tyfu 

Wedi’u lleoli yng nghanol golygfeydd godidog, mae gerddi Canolbarth Cymru a Bannau 

Brycheiniog yn datgelu mwynhad y Cymry o bethau syml bywyd. O gilfachau hudolus Gardd 

Mam-gu ym Machynlleth, i’r borderi o flodau sy’n sefyll fel milwyr yng ngerddi hanesyddol 

Castell Powys yn Y Trallwng, mae pobl Cymru yn gwybod bod gardd dda yn meithrin emosiynau 

ac yn cynnal teimlad o les. Ewch hefyd i www.exploremidwales.com i gael manylion llawn ar 

y gerddi sydd ar gael yng Nghanolbarth Cymru. 


For inspiring walks at your own pace 

Setting out on foot amid the picturesque and varied tracks and trails of Mid Wales and the Brecon 

Beacons is pure bliss. There’s nothing like walking to get the true feel of this country, and the 

pleasures stretch way beyond just being good for the waistline. 

For the uninitiated, the satisfaction is in losing yourself in never-ending landscapes and in finding 

things you’re not even looking for: the glimpse on an otter; the perfect souvenir from a local craft 

shop; the sighting of a majestic red kite. Then there’s the feel-good factor. The perfect antidote to 

the fast-pace of modern life, walking energises weary minds and bodies, giving you a sense of 

well-being from the moment your legs begin to move. 

So whether your preference is to head out to a nearby village or market town; to stroll along a 

river-bank bursting with wildlife or hike up a mountain to breathe in the purest of air, you’ll find 

it in Mid Wales and the Brecon Beacons. 

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Contours Walking Holidays 

Gramyre Berrier Road Greystoke CA11 0UB 

Tel: 017684 80451 Fax: 017684 80452 

info@contours.co.uk www.contours.co.uk 

Self guided walking holidays and short breaks 

in Wales. Choose from over 10 tours including 

Offa’s Dyke, Glyndwr’s Way, Usk Valley Walk, 

Severn Way and Wye Valley Walk. Open all year. 


Offa’s Dyke National Trail 

177 miles (285km) from Sedbury Cliff, near Chepstow 

to the seafront at Prestatyn, following the mysterious 

earthworks knows as Offa’s Dyke, believed to have 

been built in 8th century AD. Superb views and some 

steep gradients. Not suitable for mountain bikes or 

horses. 

See www.offas-dyke.co.uk for maps, information and 

details of ‘Sherpa’ baggage-transfer service. 

Wye Valley Walk 

136 miles (218km) from Chepstow, along the river 

Wye and up into Hafren Forest to join the Severn Way. 

Rugged and remote, the walk includes woodland, 

open hill-top, mountain pass, gorge, meadow and 

orchard, river and cascade, picturesque villages and 

lively towns. 

See www.wyevalleywalk.org for interactive maps, 

guidebook and accommodation details 

Glyndwr’s Way National Trail 

135 miles (217km) from Knighton to Welshpool named 

after 15th century folk hero. Everything from rolling 

hills, woodland, country lanes and villages to open hill 

and mountain trail. 

See www.nationaltrail.co.uk for long-distance, day or 

weekend walking information. 

Severn Way 

210 miles (338km) from its source at Plynlimon to 

the sea at Bristol. 

Wild mountains and ridge-top views, pretty 

market towns and a section along the picturesque 

Montgomery canal. 

See www.severnway.com for featured walks event 

details and to order the guidebook 

Kerry Ridgeway - A 15-mile ancient path from Kerry to Bishops Castle. 

Pistyll Rhaeadr - An energetic 7-mile climb to spectacular waterfall. 

Ann Griffiths’ walk - 7 miles through the Vyrnwy valley, suitable for wheelchairs. 

Pererindod Melangell - Challenging 15-mile linear walk between the Vyrnwy and Tanat valleys. 

The Epynt Way - A circular bridleway within the army training area. 

Beacons Way - 100-mile trail through varied and beautiful upland landscapes. 

The Usk Valley Walk - A glorious 48-mile route between Brecon and Caerleon, 

The Taff Trail - A 55-mile route for walkers and cyclists linking Brecon and Cardiff. 

Teithiau cerdded hudolus i bawb 

I’r sawl sydd heb ei brofi, y boddhad yw cael ymdrochi yn y 

tirweddau diddiwedd ac mewn darganfod pethau annisgwyl: 

cipolwg o ddwrgi; canfod y swfenîr perffaith o siop grefftau 

lleol; cipolwg o farcud coch mawreddog. Ac wrth gwrs, mae’r 

teimlad yna – y teimlad bod bywyd yn dda. Yr ateb perffaith 

i bwysau bywyd modern, gall cerdded cryfhau meddyliau a 

chyrff blinedig, yn ogystal â gwneud i chi deimlo’n dda o’r 

funud mae eich coesau’n dechrau symud. 

Text Alert 

To receive alerts to your 

mobile about walking text 

“walking” to 83070 

(You will only be charged 

at your standard network 

rate to subscribe to the 

service and all alerts will 

be free). 


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A day in the saddle 

There’s nothing like pedal-power to give wings to your feet. An uncomplicated, trouble-free way to 

discover Mid Wales and the Brecon Beacons, cycling is eco-friendly, energy-saving, and great fun. 

And with a wide range of marked trails, both on and off-road, your route can be as undemanding 

or as challenging as you want. 

There’s fast and furious mountain-bike trails, long-distance touring, modestly daring day-rides with 

gentle gradients (perfect for those who’ve not been in the saddle for a while), and traffic-free loops and 

routes for families. For the nearest you can get to soaring above the clouds while learning the contours 

of this country, go to www.exploremidwales.com and download the main cycling routes brochure 

(with an order form for the detailed cycling guide) or browse www.cyclebreconbeacon.com 

Text Alert 

To receive alerts to your mobile about cycling text “cycling” to 83070 

(You will only be charged at your standard network rate to subscribe to the service and all 

alerts will be free).

Bike Hire 

Drover Holidays, Hay on Wye 

Tel: 01497 821134 www.droversholidays.co.uk 

Bi-Ped Cycles, Brecon 

Tel: 01874 622296 www.bi-pedcycles.co.uk 

Bikes & Hikes, Brecon 

Tel: 01874 610071 www.bikesandhikes.co.uk 

Cyclebasket.com, Crickhowell 

Crickhowell, Tel: 01874 730368 

Clive Powell Mountain Bike Centre, Rhayader 

Tel: 01597 811343 www.clivepowell-mtb.co.uk 

Cycles Irfon, Llanwrtyd Wells 

Tel: 01591 610668 www.cycles-irfon.co.uk 

Rent ‘n’ Ride, Llandrindod Wells 

Tel: 01597 824249 

Artisians, Lake Vyrnwy 

Tel: 01691 870317/870407 

The Holey Trail, Machynlleth 

Tel:01654 700411 www.theholeytrail.com 

Saddle-up 

Home to the much-loved, friendly Welsh Cob, valued for its 

intelligence and exceptionally manners (though the pony version 

has a cheeky streak!), this region is ideal for those with a passion 

for horses. Awash with mile upon mile of off-rode hacking in 

wild and rugged countryside with well-equipped riding centres 

and B&Bs for visits with your own horse, the region caters for 

the novice and experienced of all disciplines, including a good 

selection of carriage-driving routes. 

www.equestrianwales.org.uk 

www.horseridingbreconbeacons.com 

Diwrnod ar y beic 

Ar eich beic – adenydd dan eich traed. Dull hawdd a ddiffwdan 

i ddarganfod Canolbarth Cymru a Bannau Brycheiniog, mae 

seiclo’n ecogyfeillgar, yn arbed ynni ac yn llawn hwyl. Gall 

eich llwybr fod mor heriol neu hamddenol ag yr ydych yn ei 

ddymuno, cewch seiclo ar hyd dewis eang o lwybrau wedi’u 

marcio, ar hyd y ffordd ac oddi ar y ffordd. 

Une journée en selle 

Une manière simple et facile de découvrir 

le pays consiste à utiliser la bicyclette, 

respectueuse de l’environnement, des 

économies d’énergie, et qui procure 

beaucoup de plaisir. 

Pour plus d’informations à propos 

du VTT et du cyclotourisme, allez 

à www.exploremidwales.com et 

télécharger la brochure indiquant les 

principales pistes cyclables. 

Pour ceux qui ont la passion du 

cheval, allez à www.equestrianwales. 

org.uk il n’existe pas meilleur endroit 

pour la selle et le trot au soleil 

couchant. 

Een dag in het zadel 

Een eenvoudige en zorgeloze manier 

om het heartland te ontdekken, fietsen 

is milieuvriendelijk, energiebesparend 

en heel leuk. 

Voor informatie over mountainbiking, 

langeafstandsfietstochten en rustige 

tochtjes langs autovrije fietspaden ga 

naar www.exploremidwales.com en 

download de fietstochtbrochure 

Voor wie gepassioneerd is door 

paarden, ga naar www.equestrianwales. 

org.uk en ontdek dat er geen betere 

plaats bestaat om je paard te zadelen en 

te galopperen tijdens zonsondergang. 

Einen Tag lang im Sattel 

Fahrradfahren ist eine unkomplizierte 

und unproblematische Art, das 

Kernland zu erkunden: es ist 

umweltfreundlich, spart Energie und 

sorgt für einen riesen Spaß. 

Für alle Informationen, von der 

aufregenden Mountainbike-Tour 

über Langstrecken-Touren bis hin zu 

gemütlichen Radtouren entlang der 

verkehrsfreien Schleifen besuchen 

Sie bitte die Internetseite www. 

exploremidwales.com und laden 

Sie sich die Broschüre über die 

Hauptfahrradwege herunter. 


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For golf with greens of envy… 

It’s not by chance that ones of Wale’s best kept secrets took an age to come out. You see they’re 

not in a hurry in Wales, and neither is their golf. 

It also took a while for the word to spread because, although those in Mid Wales are quite rightly 

proud of their diverse choice of courses – from heath, moor and parkland, to upland links and 

mountain (guaranteed to raise the pulse a notch or two) they’re not into red carpets, preferring the 

green kinds that are fast becoming the envy of the world. 

While Mid Wales and the Brecon Beacons’ appeal as a golfing destination has grown, it remains 

unspoilt in every sense of the word. With well-maintained courses, readily available tee times and 

clubs where the only tilting of hats is a friendly nod to say hello, the slogan now associated with 

the great game as played in Wales, ‘Golf as it should be’, is well-deserved. In fact, the only thing 

‘unconventional’ is that you’ll find quality, variety and hospitality, without making too large a hole 

in your wallet, or purse. 


Fired up by winning the bid to host the 2010 Ryder Cup just down the road at Celtic Manor near Newport, 

now is the best time to pack up your kit, and head for the Mid Wales for a slice of the action. Whatever your 

experiences, or expectations, there’s something for every kind of player - weekenders, the enthusiastic, 

and the pros… 

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Brecon 

All season, this easy on the legs 

course is regarded as one of 

Wales’ finest nine-holers - with 

every one demanding respect! 

www.brecongolfclub.co.uk 

Tel: 01874 622004 

Maesmawr 

Interesting course, great for a fun 

run of golf or to give your short 

game some extra attention 

www.welshgolfcourses.com 

Tel: 01686 668303 

Summerhill 

Challenging nine-hole 5858 yards 

par 70 course, designed to stretch 

the experienced yet not intimidate 

newcomers. 

www.summerhillgolfcourse.co.uk 

Tel: 01497 831406 

Welshpool 

Stunning mountainous scenery 

and a friendly welcome to support 

you on this testing course. 

www.welshpoolgolfclub.co.uk 

Tel: 01938 850249 

Builth Wells 

An easy-walking, picturesque, 

challenging but fair course 

with 15th century converted 

clubhouse. 

www.builthwellsgolf.co.uk 

Tel: 01982 553296 

Rhosgoch 

Might be hard to keep your eye on 

the ball with such spectacularly 

beautiful scenery and the chance 

to see Curlew or Red Kite 

www.rhosgoch-golf.co.uk 

Tel: 01497 851251 

Welsh Border 

Satisfaction for all with a choice of 

short or long nine, and spectacular 

views over the Severn Gorge and 

the Devil’s Chair 

www.welshbordergolf.co.uk 

Tel: 01743 884247 

Llandrindod Wells 

Harry Vardon’s ‘‘involving” 

course-design which plays like a 

traditional links. 

www.lwgc.co.uk 

Tel: 01597 823873 


Cradoc 

A famous 9th hole that 

showscases the peaks of the 

Brecon Beacons. Winner of Welsh 

Golf Club of the Year in 2005. 

www.cradoc.co.uk 

Tel: 01874 623658 

St Giles 

Flanked by the River Severn, a 

little gem of a course for an allround 

test of skill. 


Tel: 01686 625844 

Knighton 

A short, but ‘characterful’ 

course with uphill and downhill 

lies, great views and a quirky, 

welcoming clubhouse. 

www.knightongolfclub.co.uk 

Tel: 01547 528646 

Llanymynech 

Ian Woosnam’s ‘apprenticeship’ 

course suitable for amateurs and 

pros, with outstanding panoramic 

views. 

www.llanymynechgolfclub.co.uk 

Tel: 01691 830983

Go to www.heartofwalesgolfbreaks.co.uk to find out more about the 

game played as it should be in Mid Wales and the Brecon Beacons 

– where they’re passionate about golf and serious about enjoying it. 

Machynlleth 

Good things come in small 

packages in this short but sturdy, 

nine-holer. 


Tel: 01654 702000 

Palleg 

Palleg and Swansea Valley golf 

course set in 120 acres with 

spectacular views across the 

Swansea Valley and the Black 

Mountains. 

www.palleg-golf.com 

Tel: 01639 842193 

Cyrsiau golff i’w hedmygu … 

St Idloes 

Varied course with gorse, heather 

and hidden greens to trap the 

unwary. 

www.stidloesgolfclub.co.uk 

Tel: 01686 412559 

Glynneath 

18 hole superb woodland / parkland 

course which has undergone a lot 

of development over the past year 

with the introduction of four superb 

new holes. 

Tel: 01639 720452 

Nid hap yw hi na ddaeth un o gyfrinachau gorau Cymru i’r 

amlwg tan yn ddiweddar. Mae pawb yng Nghymru yn cymryd 

eu hamser, a’r un yw’r stori ar y cwrs golff. 

Pwyll piau hi ac er ein bod yn falch o’r cyrsiau amrywiol 

yng Nghanolbarth Cymru sy’n ymestyn o rostiroedd a 

pharcdiroedd i gyrsiau ar ucheldir a thir mynyddig (sy’n sicr 

o godi eich pwls ychydig), nid carpedi coch yw ein brid, ond 

yn hytrach y rhai gwyrdd sy’n denu edmygedd led led y byd. 

Greens de golf de l’envie… 

Emportés par l’accueil et 

l’organisation de la «Ryder Cup» 

de 2010 c’est le meilleur moment 

pour vous préparer, ainsi que votre 

équipement, à un parcours de golf. 

Quel que soit votre expérience, ou 

vos attentes, avec une telle variété 

de parcours – de lande - et de parcs 

liant les hautes terres à la montagne 

(augmentation du rythme cardiaque 

garanti), vous trouverez l’ombre 

parfaite sur les greens du Pays de 

Galles. 

Voor golfcourts met greens om 

jaloers op te zijn… 

Aangemoedigd doordat ze het 

hoogste bod uitbrachten om gastheer 

te zijn voor de 2010 Ryder Cupdat, 

is het nu de hoogste tijd om je clubs 

bijeen te zoeken en richting Mid 

Wales te trekken voor wat golfactie. 

Wat ook je ervaringen of 

verwachtingen mogen zijn, met zo’n 

uitgebreide keuze aan courts van 

heide-, modder- en grasland tot de 

paden en bergen van het Hoogland 

(gegarandeerd dat je pols een slag of 

twee hoger gaat) – de ideale green 

vindt u in Wales. 

Golfspielen auf bezaubernden, 

grünen Rasenflächen… 

Durch den Ansporn, den Preis, der 

Gastgeber für die 2010 Ryder Cup 

zu sein, zu gewinnen, ist jetzt der 

beste Moment gekommen, um Ihre 

Ausrüstung einzupacken und um nach 

Mid Wales (Mittel-Wales) für ein Golf- 

Abenteuer aufzubrechen. 

Ganz gleich, wie hoch Ihre 

Erfahrungen oder Erwartungen sind 

– mit einer so reichen Auswahl an 

Plätzen – angefangen von Heide- 

, Moor- und Grünland bis zu 

Hochlandplätzen und Bergen (ein 

höherer Herzschlag ist hier garantiert) 

– werden Sie Wales in allen perfekten 

Grüntönen erleben 


Where crystal-clear waters reel you in 

It’s not only anglers that will fall hook, line and sinker for the waters found in this part of the world. 

An area awash with the purest range of rivers, upland lakes and lowland still-waters, with a variety 

of water-sports and activities to match, it’s the perfect destination for water-enthusiasts. 

And that’s without a mention of the two great rivers, the Wye and Usk. Distinct in their paths, yet 

sharing the sense of awe and wonder they create, the Usk winds its way across the forever changing 

landscape of the Brecon Beacons National Park from its source high on the Black Mountain, while 

the Wye, carving out a passage through the stunning borderland, lazes in the shadows and then 

kicks up her heels with some grade 2 rapids – ideal for canoeing and kayaking. With both the Wye 

and Usk classified as sites of special scientific interest, they are as famed for great salmon fishing and 

sailing, as for boating, bird watching and bathing. 

For fishing, nature seems to have colluded with the waters and their banks to create perfect platforms, 

nooks and niches from which to perch, lounge or cast-off. With just about any species gracing these 

rivers, from barbell and chubb to salmon and trout, you’ll be hard-pressed to find better. 

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The dedicated angler will find www.wyeuskfoundation.org 

particularly useful with its roving voucher and passport scheme for fly 

and coarse fishing, essential information, and expert advice. 

For more information on fishing throughout Wales 

www.fishing.visitwales.com 

Water Sports . . . 

And with a raft of well-equipped centres lining the banks and shores, 

there’s many ways to make a splash in the way of water-sports... 

whatever your interests or experience. 

With rivers and lakes of every description and every pedigree 

winding their way through the countryside, throwing up white 

water, gushing down ravines, and meandering along to create silent 

pools, the wide choice of activities and sports spring naturally from 

the varied landscape. 

Getting wet in Mid Wales and the Brecon Beacons can be as wild 

or as gentle as you wish. 

Dyfroedd crisial clir i’ch denu… 

Nid y pysgotwyr yn unig fydd yn cwympo dros eu pen a’u 

clustiau mewn cariad â’r dyfroedd yn y rhan hon o’r byd. 

Yma ceir afonydd, llynnoedd uchel a dyfroedd dwfn y tiroedd 

isel yn byrlymu â’r dwr ̂ puraf. Hwn yw’r lle i chi os ydych 

yn mwynhau’r dwr ̂ a chewch gyfle i ddewis o chwaraeon a 

gweithgareddau dwr ̂ amrywiol. 

Lorsque les eaux limpides se 

révèlent en vous 

Dans cette partie du monde, seuls 

les pêcheurs à la ligne reviennent 

bredouilles. Un espace inondé par 

les rivières les plus pures, les lacs 

de montagne et les eaux plates 

regorgent de poissons. Destination 

idéale pour l’abattée. 

Et avec une série de centres bien 

équipés jonchant les berges et les 

plages, il est également possible de 

vous adonner aux sports nautiques 

et de piquer une tête ... quels 

que soient vos intérêts ou votre 

expérience. 

Waar u ondergedompeld wordt in 

kristalhelder water 

Het zijn niet alleen hengelaars die 

hun haak, vislijn of zinker in deze 

waters gooien. In deze streek vind je 

de zuiverste rivieren, hooglandmeren 

en laaglandvijvers waar het wemelt 

van vis. De ideale bestemming om te 

onthaasten. 

Dankzij de goed uitgeruste centra 

aan de oevers en stranden kunt u 

op verschillende manieren een duik 

nemen in de watersport… ongeacht 

je belangstelling of ervaring 

Wo kristallklares Wasser Sie 

umschmeichelt 

Nicht nur Fischer verlieben sich in 

das Wasser von diesem Teil der Welt. 

Eine Gegend zwischen Wind und 

Wasser mit den reinsten Flüssen, 

Hochlandgewässern und stillen 

Tieflandgewässern, die reich an 

Fischen sind, ist das perfekte Reiseziel 

zum Ablegen. 

Und mit einer großen Anzahl von 

gut ausgestatteten Einrichtungen 

entlang der Ufer und Strände gibt es 

so viele Möglichkeiten, Wassersport 

zu betreiben… ganz gleich wie Ihre 

Interessen oder Erfahrungen sind. 


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For a slice of the action 

Mid Wales and the Brecon Beacons knows that one of the best ways to relax is to get active and give 

yourself an adrenalin-rush. For those who dare, there’s extreme sports and high-flying activities, and 

for those more cautious (yet still in search of a high), there are many less gravity-defying experiences 

on offer in the form of archery, caving and orienteering. 

For exploits and adventures of all kinds, for all ages…. take the plunge and unearth your wilder side. 

For grown-up kids… 

A Day with a Harley Davidson Experience - Builth Wells 

Needs little explanation for this dream-come-true tour. www.ridersedge.com 

Rally Driving - Near Knighton 

Fully prepared rally cars, Professional rally instructors, Real rally stages in the Welsh hills, 

Full action packed day….. 

Go for it at the Phil Price Rally School. www.philprice.co.uk 

Black Mountain Activities - Brecon Beacons National Park 

Easy to be tempted by their advice to ‘play now and work later’ with abseiling, climbing, caving 

and carting, high-level ropes and orienteering on offer. www.blackmountain.co.uk 

Llangorse Multi Activity Centre - Llangorse 

Award-winning, fun-filled days climbing, hanging upside down and riding into the sunset, as well as experiencing 

the lesser-known sky trekking and dingle scramble (you’ll have to visit to find out!) www.activityuk.com 

Border Quad Trekking - Middletown, Near Welshpool 

Muddy, mucky fun for all ages, followed by adrenalin-excess paint-balling for adults. www.borderquadtrekking.com 


And for entertaining the littl’uns… 

King Arthur’s Labyrinth - Machynlleth 

Creepy-but-nice underground trip on a boat into a labyrinth of spectacular caverns and tunnels, with the Bards’ 

Quest maze and the Corris Craft Centre nearby. www.kingarthurslabyrinth.co.uk 

Centre for Alternative Technology - Machynlleth 

An eco-friendly buzz where you can find out about the sustainable use of the earth’s natural resources via interactive 

displays, demos and tours, and finish off with a trip round the maze, in the adventure playground or climb up the 

cliff face in a train powered entirely by water-balancing www.cat.org.uk 

Quackers Indoor Soft Play Centre - Newbridge on Wye 

Large indoor play area created with imagination for nothing more than pure fun - adults can come too and there’s 

a separate toddlers’ area. www.quackersnow.com 

Cantref Adventure Farm - Near Brecon 

A fun day out for the whole family. With farm animals, live shows and even a tractor and trailer ride! With play 

facilities such as the paddle boats and electronic tractors! www.cantref.com 

Dan-Yr-Ogof -The National Showcaves for Wales 

Near Ystradgynlais 

This is a spectacular natural attraction, with three 

amazing caves, as well as a dinosaur park, a fossil 

museum, a recreation of an Iron Age village and a Shire 

horse centre. www.showcaves.co.uk 

The Play Barn - Brecon 

Award winning indoor centre offering adventure, exercise, 

eploration and excitement, great for letting off steam. 

www.brynich.co.uk 

“For exploits and adventures of all kinds, for all ages” 

Darn o’r cyffro 

Un o’r dulliau gorau i ymlacio yng Nghanolbarth Cymru a Bannau Brycheiniog yw cadw’n heini 

a rhoi hwb o adrenalin i chi eich hun. I’r rheiny ohonoch sy’n fodlon mentro, mae yna chwaraeon 

eithafol a gweithgareddau mentrus, ac i’r rheiny sy’n fwy gofalus (ac eto sydd am fentro), mae 

yna lawer o brofiadau eraill ar gael y gellir eu gwneud ar y ddaear megis saethyddiaeth, ogofa 

a chyfeiriadu. 

Am anturiaethau a champau o bob math, ar gyfer pob oed…. ewch amdani a mentrwch. 


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Where every town is unique 

No rural haven-for-the-soul would be complete without a chocolate-box selection of market towns 

to explore. And Mid Wales and the Brecon Beacons is no exception. 

From the quirky to the quaint, and the contemporary to the classic, Mid Wales has a town for 

every season, and every mood. 

Each blessed with a distinct flavour, there’s old-style with labyrinthine-lanes leading to a mouth 

watering choice of hidden gems and architecture from every century, the avant-garde with 

alternative music, thriving arts and crafts from every era, and the novel with activities such as 

madcap marathons and bog snorkelling - not for the faint-hearted. 

With every one a treasure-trove of traditional and unusual things to see and do, the one thing 

in common is the warm welcome you’ll receive (and the notable choice of stop-off points for 

refreshment in the form of tea and Welsh cakes). 


Severn, Vyrnwy and Dyfi Valleys 

Où chaque ville est unique 

Aucun refuge rural pour l’âme ne 

serait complet sans une boîte de 

chocolat-sélection des villes de 

marché à explorer. Le pays de Galles 

ne fait pas exception. 

De l’excentrique au pittoresque, du 

contemporain au classique, le Mid 

Wales a une ville pour toutes les 

saisons, et chaque humeur. 

Avec chacune une mine d’or de 

tradition et d’insolite à voir et à 

faire, la seule chose en commun, 

étant l’accueil chaleureux que vous 

recevrez. 

Waar elk dorp uniek is 

Geen enkele landelijke haven-vande-ziel 

zou compleet zijn zonder een 

geraffineerde selectie van te ontdekken 

nederzettingen. Mid Wales vormt 

hierop geen uitzondering. 

Van grillig tot apart, en van 

hedendaags tot klassiek, Mid Wales 

heeft een dorp voor elk seizoen, 

elke stemming. Een schat aan 

traditionele en ongebruikelijke dingen 

te zien en te doen. Het enige wat 

dit alles gemeen heeft is de warme 

verwelkoming die je zal ontvangen. 


Geen enkele landelijke havenvan-de-ziel 

zou compleet zijn 

zonder een geraffineerde selectie 

van te ontdekken nederzettingen. 

Mid Wales vormt hierop geen 

uitzondering. 

Van grillig tot apart, en van 

hedendaags tot klassiek, Mid Wales 

heeft een dorp voor elk seizoen, elke 

stemming. Een schat aan traditionele 

en ongebruikelijke dingen te zien 

en te doen. Het enige wat dit 

alles gemeen heeft is de warme 

verwelkoming die je zal ontvangen. 

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Machynlleth 

Experience the alternative spirit 

in ‘Mach’, ancient capital of 

Wales, home to a wide range of 

independent shops lining streets 

and alley ways steeped in history. 

Close to the most westerly point of 

Powys in the charming Dyfi Valley. 

Save a damsel in distress 

(or be wooed by a night in shining 

armour) at the Celtic Medieval 

day in May, or listen to the global 

sounds at the Machynlleth Festival 

of Music, 23rd to 30th August 2009 

Tel: 01654 703355 

Dewch i achub morwyn mewn 

cyfyngder (neu gael eich denu gan 

farchog mewn arfwisg ddisglair) 

yn y diwrnod Canoloesol Celtaidd 

ym mis Mai, neu i wrando ar y 

gerddoriaeth o bob cwr o’r byd yng 

Ngwyl ̂ Cerddoriaeth Machynlleth 

23 tan 30 Awst 2009 

Ffôn: 01654 703355 


Llanfyllin 

Be charmed by Llanfyllin’s 

setting, deep in the Cain Valley, 

surrounded by gently rolling hills. 

A small town with a big heart, 

and a fascinating history with 

architecture to match, it’s an ideal 

base for outdoor pursuits. 

Visit the Agricultural & 

Horticultural Show in mid-August 

or get down to the Workhouse 

Festival in July for a stomping 

mix of eclectic music from 

internationally acclaimed artists 

Tel: 07890 458561 

www.workhousefestival.co.uk 

Ewch i ymweld â’r Sioe 

Amaethyddol a Garddwriaethol 

yng nghanol mis Awst neu wyl y 

Wyrcws ym mis Gorffennaf am 

gymysgedd wych o gerddoriaeth 

eclectig gan artistiaid 

rhyngwladol o fri 

Ffôn: 07890 458561 

www.workhousefestival.co.uk

Welshpool 

Enjoy the energising buzz of this 

thriving market town, nestling 

in the upper reaches of the 

picturesque Severn Valley, gazing 

up at the splendour of Powis 

Castle. 

Steer a course for the Vintage 

Transport festival in June, see who 

can ‘cut it’ at the Wood Fair in 

September or get in line for the 

Country & Western Festival in July. 

www.welshpool.org 

Trowch eich golygon i’r Wyl Hen 

Geir ym mis Mehefin, dewch i 

weld pwy sy’n cyrraedd y nod yn 

y Ffair Goed ym mis Medi neu 

camwch ymlaen ar gyfer yr Wyl 

Canu Gwlad ym mis Gorffennaf. 

www.welshpool.org 

Dyffrynnoedd Hafren, Efyrnwy a Dyfi 

Newtown 

Come for the excellent shopping, 

first class theatre, museums and 

art galleries in this small town 

that’s big on charm, situated on 

the banks of the River Severn. 

Be musically transported by the 

world-class performances at the 

Gregynog Festival in June 

www.gwylgregynogfestival.org 

or be whisked away by the Santa 

Run held in December. 

www.newtown.org.uk 

Cewch eich hudo gan 

berfformiadau cerddorol o safon 

ryngwladol yng Ngwyl ̂ 

Gregynog 

ym mis Mehefin 

www.gwylgregynogfestival.org 

neu eich dal gan gyffro Ras Sïon 

Corn sy’n cael ei gynnal ym mis 

Rhagfyr. www.newtown.org.uk 

Llanidloes 

Slow down to the Llanidloes pace 

of life. A market town at the heart 

of the ancient medieval kingdom 

of Arwystli offering the worldweary 

traveller a slice of heaven 

with outdoors pursuits of every 

kind. 

Transform into someone else at 

the Fancy Dress Party on 3 July 

2009, watch the floats go by at 

the Carnival on 11 July 2009 or 

marvel at the Quilt Exhibitions 

held at the Minerva Arts Centre 

www.quilt.org.uk 

Tel: 01686 413467 

Beth am drawsnewid eich hunan 

yn y Parti Gwisg Ffansi ar 3 

Gorffennaf 2009, a gwylio’r fflotiau 

yn mynd heibio yn y Carnifal ar 

11 Gorffennaf 2009 neu fanteisio 

ar y cyfle i brynu nwyddau yn yr 

Arddangosfa Cwiltiau sy’n cael ei 

chynnal yng Nghanolfan Grefftau 

Minerva www.quilt.org.uk 

Ffôn: 01686 413 467 


The Marches, Spa and Market Towns 

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Builth Wells 

Be drawn into bygone-days in this 

charming market town with its 

strong links to Prince Llewelyn, 

the last of the native sovereigns of 

Wales. Home to the magnificent 

Royal Welsh Agricultural Show on 

20 to 23 July 2009. 

Enjoy the tastes and textures 

of the Mid Wales Mouthful & 

Wonderwool Festival on 25 & 26 

April 2009 or see the birds, bees 

and dancing ducks at the Welsh 

Smallholder and Garden Festival 

on 16 & 17 May 2009. 

www.rwas.co.uk. 

Mwynhewch flas ac ansawdd 

Gwyl ̂ Cegaid Canolbarth Cymru a’r 

Wyl Gwyrthwlân ar 25 a 26 Ebrill 

2009 neu dewch i weld yr adar, 

gwenyn a hwyaid sy’n dawnsio yng 

Ngwyl ̂ 

Tyddyn a Gardd Frenhinol 

Cymru ar 16 a 17 Mai 2009. 

Llanwrtyd Wells 

Delight in the unusual in this 

picturesque town located between 

the Cambrian Mountains and 

the Mynydd Epynt. Officially the 

smallest town in Great Britain with 

the cleanest air, it hosts a range 

of ‘green events,’ all of which are 

guaranteed to entertain. 

Bring your instruments for a jam 

at the 3-day Folk ‘n’ Ale Weekend 

6 to 8 March 2009 (or just grab a 

pint and listen) or pick a winner 

at the Man V Horse Marathon on 

13 June 2009. 

www.green-events.co.uk 

Dewch â’ch offerynnau i 

fwynhau jamio yn ystod 

Penwythnos 3 diwrnod ‘Folk ‘n’ 

Ale’ sy’n cael ei chynnal 6 i 8 

Mawrth 2009 (neu yfwch beint 

a gwrando) neu dewiswch yr 

enillydd yn y Marathon Dyn yn 

erbyn Ceffyl ar 13 Mehefin 2009. 




Be inspired by the rustic charm 

and imposing architecture of this 

Victorian spa town complete with 

21st century comfort and services. 

www.llandrindod.co.uk 

Don your cap at the Victorian 

Festival 22 to 30 August 2009 

Tel: 01597 823441 or step up 

the pace at the Heart of Wales 

Walking Festival in September 

Don’t miss the National Cycle 

Museum. 

www.cyclemuseum.org.uk 

Gwisgwch eich het yn yr Wyl 

Fictoraidd 22 i 30 Awst 2009 

Ffôn: 01597 823441 neu cadwch 

yn heini yn ystod Wyl Gerdded 

Calon Cymru ym mis Medi 

Amgueddfa Beiciau Cenedlaethol 

www.cyclemuseum.org.uk

Trefi’r Gororau, Trefi’r Ffynhonnau a Threfi Marchnad 

Rhayader 

Get closer to nature in Rhayader, the 

oldest town in Mid Wales found in 

the Elan Valley among the unspoilt 

peaks of the Cambrian mountains; 

an area of outstanding beauty and a 

haven for wildlife. 

Go wild at the numerous nature 

activities and events, or just sit 

and watch the world go by at the 

Carnival from 12 to 19 July 2009, 

www.rhayadercarnival.co.uk 

Mwynhewch weithgareddau a 

digwyddiadau natur amrywiol, 

neu eisteddwch i wylio’r byd yn 

mynd heibio yn y Carnifal rhwng 

12 i 19 Gorffennaf 2009, ewch i: 


Knighton 

Explore the mysteries of the famed 

Offa’s Dyke from Knighton. The 

towns welsh name Tref-y-Clawdd, 

means ‘the Town on the Dyke’. Rest 

a while to gaze at the half-timbered 

houses and drink in the beauty and 

tranquility of the area. 

Watch the fun and games of the 

annual Carnival & Agricultural 

Show 29 August 2009 

Tel: 01547 528 753. 

Or listen in at the Town Criers 

Festival, also held in August. 

www.knightontown.net 

Dewch i wylio’r hwyl a’r 

gemau yn y Carnifal a’r Sioe 

Amaethyddol 29 Awst 2009 

Ffôn: 01547 528 753, neu 

gwrandewch ar yr Wyl Crïwr 

Tref, sydd hefyd yn cael ei 

chynnal ym mis Awst. 

www.knightontown.net 

Presteigne 

Set on the banks of the river Lugg, 

Presteigne is steeped in history 

and has a charm and appeal that 

is quite unique. The famous writer 

George Burrows visited the town 

in 1867 and enquired “am I in 

England or in Wales?” …“neither 

in England nor Wales” he was 

told, “but simply Radnorshire”! 

Come and enjoy the Presteigne 

Festival of Music and the Arts 

27 August - 1 September 2009 

www.presteignefestival.com 

Or maybe ‘The World’s Premier 

Electric Bike Endurance Rally’ 

around the closed streets of 

Presteigne, in May is just for you. 

Dewch i fwynhau Gwyl ̂ 

Cerddoriaeth a’r Celfyddydau 

Llanandras 27 Awst - 1 Medi 

2009 www.presteignefestival.com 

Neu efallai Rali ‘Electric Bike 

Endurance’ o amgylch strydoedd 

Llanandras yw’r digwyddiad i 

chi. Mae’n cael ei gynnal ym 

mis Mai ac mae’r strydoedd yn 

cael eu cau ar gyfer y rali. 


Brecon Beacons National Park 

Où chaque ville est unique 

Chaque ville du Pays de Galles est dotée 

d’une saveur distincte. Style ancien avec 

un labyrinthique de voies conduisant à un 

choix qui met l’eau à la bouche, caché 

des joyaux architecturaux, l’avant-garde 

de la musique alternative, en plein essor 

les arts et l’artisanat de toutes les époques, 

et le roman avec des activités telles que 

des marathons écervelés et des tourbières 

marécageuses - pas pour le cœur léger! 

Chaque point d’arrêt offre un grand choix 

de rafraîchissement sous la forme de thé 

gallois et de gâteaux. 


Elk dorp in Mid Wales is gezegend 

met een aparte eigenschap. Er 

zijn ouderwetse dorpen met 

doolhofstraatjes die je leiden tot 

prachtige architecturale juweeltjes; 

avant-garde met alternatieve muziek, 

ambachten uit elke tijdperk en nieuwe 

activiteiten zoals gekke marathons 

en moerasduiken – niet voor 

zwakkelingen! 

En overal zijn er rustplaatsen met 

verfrissing onder de vorm van Welsh 

Wo jede Stadt einzigartig ist 

Jede Stadt in Mid Wales hat ihren 

eigenen Charme. Angefangen 

bei der Stadt im alten Stil mit 

labyrinthartigen Gassen, welche zu 

zahlreichen bezaubernden Kleinoden 

führen, über die avantgardistische 

Stadt mit alternativer Musik, 

blühendem Kunsthandwerk aus 

jedem Bereich, bis hin zur modernen 

Stadt mit angebotenen Aktivitäten 

wie zum Beispiel außergewöhnliche 

Marathons und Sumpfschnorcheln 

– das ist nichts für schwache Nerven! 

Und in jeder Stadt gibt es eine große 

Auswahl an Einkehrstationen, in 

welchen man sich bei Waliser Tee 

und Gebäck stärken kann. 

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Brecon 

Wander the alleys and lanes to 

window-shop in style among the 

Georgian and Jacobean building 

in this special town, the largest 

within the glorious National Park 

and meeting place of the two rivers 

Usk and Honddu. 

Let the vibes flow at the worldrenowned 

Jazz Festival in August 

Tel: 0870 990 1299. 

Visit the market on Tuesdays and 

Fridays 

Ymdoddwch i awyrgylch gwych yr 

Wyl Jazz byd enwog ym mis Awst 

Ffôn 0870 990 1299 

Marchnad draddodiadol fawr ar 

ddydd Mawrth a dydd Gwener 


Crickhowell 

Be inspired by this lively little 

town sitting snug in the stunning 

valley between the undulating 

peaks of the Black Mountains and 

the more dramatic heights of the 

Brecon Beacons. 

Pack the rucksack for the popular 

Walking Festival. 28 February to 

8 March 2009 Tel: 01873 811970 

Crickhowell’s traditional market 

held every Thursday in the Market 

Hall. 

Paciwch y sach deithio ar gyfer yr 

Wyl Gerdded boblogaidd 

28 Chwefror i 8 Mawrth 2009 

Ffôn: 01873 811970 

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Talgarth 

Stand in awe on the medieval 

bridge and look at the superb 

views afforded by this small 

market town at the foot of the 

Black Mountains, on the northern 

edge of the National Park. 

Share in the celebration of food, 

music and crafts at the Talgarth 

Festival in August 

www.talgarthfestival.org.uk. 

Or be dazzled by the Christmas 

lights display in the festive 

season. 

Dewch i rannu’r dathliad o 

fwyd, cerddoriaeth a chrefftau 

– o’r gorffennol a’r presennol 

– yng Ngwyl ̂ Talgarth ym mis 

Awst www.talgarthfestival.org. 

uk neu eich hudo gan oleuadau 

Nadoligaidd disglair tymor y 

Nadolig. 

Parc Cenedlaethol Bannau Brycheiniog 

Ystradgynlais 

Experience some of the most 

dramatic and rugged scenery from 

this market town, flanked by four 

mountains with the river Tawe 

running through it. 

Take part in the re-enactment 

of medieval life at the Owain 

Glyndwr Festival in September 

2009 or get involved in the 

revival of the Mari Lwyd ritual, 

traditionally a New Years Eve 

event of music, song and 

performance. 

Byddwch yn rhan o’r hwyl i ailgreu 

bywyd canoloesol yng Ngwyl ̂ 

Owain Glyndwr ̂ ym mis Medi 2009 

neu dewch i adfywio’r Fari Lwyd, 

digwyddiad llawn cerddoriaeth, 

canu a pherfformio sy’n cael ei 

chynnal yn draddodiadol ar nos 

Galan. 

Hay-on-Wye 

Visit this world famous ‘Book 

Town’. A small town with a largerthan-life 

reputation for literature, 

with a large selection of arts, crafts 

and antique shops. 

Soak up the stories and celebrate 

the world of words at the Hay 

Festival of Literature from 22 May 

to 2 June 2009 

Tel: 0870 990 1299 / 0870 787 2848, 

Or be tempted by the Food Festival 

in June. 

Dewch i wrando ar storïau ac i 

ddathlu byd y geiriau yng Ngwyl ̂ 

Lenyddiaeth Y Gelli Gandryll rhwng 

22 Mai tan 2 Mehefin 2009 

Ffôn: 0870 990 1299 / 0870 787 

2848, neu dewch i flasu danteithion 

yr Wyl Fwyd ym mis Mehefin. 


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Where journeys begin 

Spoilt for choice with the option of exploring remote corners on horse-back, steam train or narrow- 

boat, arriving in the Mid Wales and the Brecon Beacons is just the start of the journey. Travel in 

style as you discover the secret places hidden along the narrow-gauge tracks, bridle-paths and 

waterways… 

The Brecon and Monmouth Canal 

The Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal is considered by many to be Britain’s most picturesque 

canal it offers stunning views of the Brecon Beacons mountain range as it follows the scenic Usk 

Valley from Brecon to Cwmbran. Look out for the many pieces of Artwork around Brecon canal 

basin, developed with local school children and community groups. 

Montgomery Canal 

Although derelict for many years this canal has now being reborn. It is a true haven for wildlife as 

it winds itself through the picturesque Welsh Marches. Its journey begins at the junction with the 

Llangollen Canal at Welsh Frankton and meanders southwards for 35 miles towards Newtown. It 

is almost entirely rural with many sites of Special Scientific Interest along the way. At present, only 

certain sections are navigable by boat, but the canal offers many opportunities for fisherman and 

walkers. 

Steer your own course 

Hiring a cruiser or narrow-boat is a fine way to experience the magic of the region’s canals at a rate 

of knots that suits you. Find out more about the jewel-like waterways at www.exploremidwales.com 

www.waterscape.com/canals-and-rivers 


Board a rattler 

Not just for the nostalgic, the rattle and hiss of a steam-train is a moving experience in every sense. 

Giving you just the right amount of time to appreciate the scenery rolling by, these locomotives 

ooze charm with their ‘whistle and pop’ echoing through the hills and valleys, recalling the best 

of a bygone-era. 

Welshpool and Llanfair light Railway 

Welshpool to Llanfair Caereinion – 16-mile return journey with open carriages, steep gradients, 

stone bridges and open countryside on route. 

www.wllr.org.uk Tel: 01938 810441 

Heart of Wales Line 

Shrewsbury to Swansea - scenic 121-mile route of hill and mountain, tunnel and bridge, passing 

tranquil villages and picturesque Victorian spa towns. 

www.heart-of-wales.co.uk Tel: 01554 820586 

Corris Narrow Gauge Railway 

Near Machynlleth – originally a horse and gravity worked tram-road carrying slate, 21st century 

passengers now enjoy a tour of the sheds followed by a 50-minute round-trip on a ‘little steamer’ 

www.corris.co.uk Tel: 01654 761303 

Brecon Mountain Railway 

Merthyr Tydfil – perfect for seeing the Brecon Beacons National park in all its finery as you chuff 

alongside the mountains, lake and forest, with VIP guest Father Christmas making regular trips in 

the lead up to Christmas. Excellent disabled facilities. 

www.breconmountainrailway.co.uk Tel: 01685 722988 

“. . . arriving in the Mid Wales and the Brecon Beacons is 

just the start of the journey”. 

Lle mae siwrneiau’n cychwyn 

Bydd y dewis yn un anodd oherwydd mae’r dewis yn ddi-ben-draw, gallwch ganfod corneli 

anghysbell ar gefn ceffyl, mewn trên stêm neu ar gwch ar gamlas, megis cychwyn y siwrnai yw 

cyrraedd Canolbarth Cymru a Bannau Brycheiniog. Teithiwch mewn steil wrth i chi ddarganfod 

y llefydd dirgel cuddiedig ymhlith y traciau cul; llwybrau ceffyl a dyfrffyrdd…. 


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Link the Past with the Future 

Proud of their heritage, the Welsh hold a lot of store by what happened in the past. Not, as some 

may think, to lament lost battles or celebrate victories, but to keep alive the things that matter and 

help us understand who we are today - as individuals and as part of the rich tapestry of people that 

make up a community. Or, put another way, just because it’s interesting and fun – and you never 

know what you might find, or who you might meet. 

This approach to history isn’t about dusty books sitting unused on the shelves, or studying mile 

upon mile of yellowing microfiche, it’s about talking to people who have stories to tell, sharing 

old photos, pouring over well-thumbed records, and tracing long-lost family members. The joy is 

in finding out that a local village was home to an ancient church and a holy well, as the Friends 

of Pilleth discovered, or in learning about different ways of life, as the people of Powys did with 

their ‘diary of the day’. 

With the choice of online searching, or a hands-on delve into the records, journals, accounts and 

newspapers kept at County Hall, you can trace your own family tree, marvel at other people’s 

memories, and create some new ones of your own. 

And the good news is that they not only want to share this living history, by presenting the 

information in all it’s glory at http://history.powys.org.uk, they’ve also given visitors the tools to 

discover it for themselves at Powys County Archives. For details, email archives@powys.gov.uk or 

write to: Powys Country Archives, County Hall, Llandrindod Wells, LD1 5LG and ask for leaflet. 

“. . to keep alive the things that matter and help 

us understand who we are today”. 


Let ‘Mid Wales’ make your special day truly unique. We have 

somewhere for everyone. Why not get married in a castle or 

courtroom, romantic garden or maybe the spectacular cathedral 

cave at Dan-yr-Ogof is the place for you. 

For more classic or unusual venues please visit our website: 


To have and to hold 

Welcome to ‘The Pavilion’ 

The largest conference venue in Mid Wales 

Y Gorffennol â’r Dyfodol 

* A Conference Venue with capacity for 500 delegates 

* A splendid Wedding location 

* Close proximity to 5 major hotels 

* Situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty 

Centrally located with easy access to London & 

the South East, Manchester & the Midlands by 

road & rail the Pavilion is a viable alternative to 

city or urban based venues. 

The Pavilion Spa Road, 

Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5EY 

Tel: 01597-823532 

e-mail: pavilion@powys.gov.uk 

www.pavilionmidwales.co.uk 

Yn falch o’u treftadaeth, mae’r Cymry’n rhoi pwyslais mawr ar 

yr hyn a ddigwyddodd yn y gorffennol. Nid fel y mae llawer 

yn ei feddwl, i alaru am frwydrau a gollwyd neu i ddathlu 

buddugoliaethau, ond i gadw’r hyn sy’n bwysig yn fyw a’n 

helpu i ddeall pwy yr ydym ni heddiw - fel unigolion ac fel 

rhan o’r tapestri cyfoethog o fywyd sy’n creu cymuned. 

Relier le passé à l’avenir 

Le gallois tient beaucoup à ce qui s’est 

passé jadis; à partager des souvenirs, des 

histoires, des photos. 

Dans l’esprit de conserver le souvenir des 

choses qui comptent, au cœur du pays 

les historiens ont mis en place un aperçu 

de la vie du passé sur http://history.powys. 

org.uk et ont donné aux visiteurs les outils 

pour le découvrir eux-mêmes – ainsi que 

leur propre arbre généalogique - à Powys 

County Archives. Pour plus d’informations 

et horaires d’ouverture, courriel: 

archives@powys.gov.uk 

Koppel het Verleden aan de 

Toekomst 

De inwoners van Wales bewaarden 

veel van wat in het verleden gebeurde; 

door het uitwisselen van herinneringen, 

verhalen, foto’s. 

Met als doel al wat belangrijk is 

levend te houden, plaatsten de 

geschiedkundigen van heartland een 

glimp van de vervlogen tijden op 

http://history.powys.org.uk en gaven 

ze de bezoekers al het nodige om 

het zelf te ontdekken – zelfs om hun 

eigen stamboom te traceren in de 

Powys County Archives. 

Verbinden Sie die Vergangenheit 

mit der Zukunft 

Durch das Austauschen von 

Erinnerungen, Geschichten und Bildern 

haben sich die Waliser ein reiches 

Wissen um die Vergangenheit bewahrt. 

Um die wichtigen Ereignisse in 

der Erinnerung zu behalten haben 

die Historiker des Kernlandes den 

Besuchern der Seite http://history. 

powys.org.uk einen Einblick über 

die vergangenen Zeiten geschaffen 

und stellen außerdem den Besuchern 

die Mittel zu Verfügung, um auf 

eigene Entdeckungstour zu gehen 

– es besteht sogar die Möglichkeit, 

einen eigenen Familienstammbaum 

anzufertigen – bei Powys County 

Archives. Für Informationen und 

Öffnungszeiten senden Sie bitte eine 

E-Mail an : archives@powys.gov.uk 


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For a wealth of culture 

Although snapshots of Welsh culture are apparent in virtually every aspect of a trip to Mid Wales 

and Brecon Beacons, an excellent way of getting to the essence of what it means to be Welsh is 

by exploring the changing way of life over the centuries, as portrayed in the many museums of 

the region. 

A chance to experience customs and traditions, follow achievements in science and technology 

and see the skill of local craftsmen (and women), each museum takes you back in time to 

understand the here and now of the people who live in Mid Wales and the Brecon Beacons 

today. 


Thumb through the choices here to see why the Welsh possess such a 

strong sense of who they are and where they came from, or take a look 

at the fascinating ‘gathering the jewels’ website at www.gtj.org.uk 

Powysland Museum - Welshpool www.powys.gov.uk/museums 

Brecknock Museum and Art Gallery - www.powys.gov.uk/museums 

The Judge’s Lodging - Presteigne www.judgeslodging.org.uk 

Radnorshire Museum - Llandrindod Wells www.powys.gov.uk/museums 

Llanidloes Market Hall Museum - www.powys.gov.uk/museums 

Newtown Textile Museum - www.powys.gov.uk/museums 

The Regimental Museum of the Royal Welsh - Brecon www.rrw.org.uk 

Brecon Cathedral - www.breconcathedral.org.uk 

Offa’s Dyke Visitor Centre - Knighton www.offasdyke.demon.co.uk 

National Cycle Museum - Llandrindod Wells www.cyclemuseum.org.uk 

Powis Castle - Welshpool www.nationaltrust.org.uk 

Cambrian Woollen Mill - Llanwrtyd Wells www.cambrian-mill.co.uk 

Clwyd Powys Archaeological Trust - www.cpat.org.uk 

Owain Glyndwr Centre - Machynlleth 

www.canolfanowainglyndwrcentre.org.uk 

MOMA WALES Ref.B5 

Cyfoet h o ddiwylliant 

Y Tabernacl Heol Penrallt Machynlleth 

Powys SY20 8AJ Raymond Jones 

Tel: 01654 703355 

Fax: 01654 702160 

info@momawales.org.uk 

www.momawales.org.uk 

Galleries Open: 

10-4 Monday – Saturday all year 

(except 24th – 27th Dec 2009 - 1st - 3rd Jan 2010) 

Admission Free 

Gwyl ˆ Machynlleth Festival 

23rd – 30th August 2009 

Er y cewch ambell i gip ar ddiwylliant Cymru wrth i chi ymweld â 

Chanolbarth Cymru a Bannau Brycheiniog, dull gwych o ddod 

at wraidd yr hyn a olygir i fod yn Gymraeg yw trwy ddysgu am 

sut y mae’r ffordd o fyw wedi newid dros y canrifoedd. Mae 

hyn wedi’i bortreadu yn nifer o amgueddfeydd y rhanbarth. 

S Sm 

Richesse culturelle 

Un excellent moyen de comprendre 

l’essence même de ce que signifi e 

être gallois consiste à explorer 

l’évolution du mode de vie au cours 

des siècles comme décrit dans les 

nombreux musées de la région. 

Choisir au hasard une page 34 pour 

planifi er une visite, et voir pourquoi 

les Gallois possèdent un fort sens de 

qui ils sont et d’où ils viennent. 

Voor een cultuurbad 

De beste manier om de essentie van 

het Wales-zijn te leren kennen, is 

door het veranderende leven in de 

loop der eeuwen te ontdekken in de 

verschillende musea van de streek. 

Doorblader de keuzes op pagina 

34 om een bezoek te plannen en 

te ontdekken waarom de inwoners 

van Wales zoveel weten over hun 

identiteit en herkomst 

Kultureller Reichtum 

Nehmen Sie diese ausgezeichnete 

Möglichkeit wahr und besuchen Sie 

die vielen Museen, um zu erfahren, 

was es bedeutet, walisisch zu sein. 

Hier wird die Lebensweise, welche 

sich im Laufe der Jahrhunderte 

verändert hat, beispielhaft 

veranschaulicht. 

Klicken Sie durch das Menu auf Seite 

34, um einen Besuch zu planen. Sie 

werden erkennen, warum die Waliser 

über ein so starkes Selbstbewußtsein 

und über eine so starke Bindung zu 

ihrer Heimat verfügen. 


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For a basket-full of arts and craft 

With the Welsh culture and landscape the inspiration for the Mid Wales and Brecon Beacons arts 

and crafts, you’re unlikely to go home empty-handed. Hand-cast, turned, woven and painted with 

passion, the skill and creativity of the local artisans can be seen in the many studios, galleries and 

boutiques found around the towns. And although you’re guaranteed to stumble across an enticing 

array of pottery, pictures, sculptures, jewellery or ceramics during your stay, there’s nothing to stop 

you doing some window-shopping from here… 

Looking for inspiration or just something you can sink your teeth into, check out some of the following: 

The Thomas Shop, near Llandrindod Wells - www.thomas-shop.com 

Brook Street Pottery, Hay on Wye - www.philrogerspottery.com 

Country Works Gallery, Montgomeryshire - www.montgomery-powys.co.uk 

Lake Vyrnwy Sculpture Park – www.waterscape.com/services-directory/4225/lake-vyrnwy-sculpture-park 

Kathy Gittins Gallery, Meifod - www.kathygittins.com 

The Hay Makers Gallery, Hay-on-Wye - www.haymakers.co.uk 

Oriel Davies Gallery, Newtown - www.orieldavies.org 

Andrew Logan Museum of Sculpture, Berriew - www.andrewlogan.com 

Tower House Gallery, Knighton - www.towerhousegallery.knighton.com 

Oriel Pen y Fan Gallery, Brecon - www.orielpenyfangallery.co.uk 

A-Frame Gallery, Brecon - www.a-frame.co.uk 

MOMA WALES, Machynlleth - www.momawales.org.uk 

Gallery on the Usk, Crickhowell - www.galleryontheusk.co.uk 


No visit to Mid Wales and the Brecon Beacons would 

be complete without experiencing Welsh music and 

drama at one of our local theatres, or one of the many 

local festivals and events held throughout the year. 

Community Arts Rhayader and District 

www.carad.org.uk 

Theatre Brycheiniog, Brecon 

www.theatrebrycheiniog.co.uk 

Theatre Hafren, Newtown 

www.theatrhafren.com 

Wyeside Theatre, Builth Wells 

www.wyeside.co.uk 

Willow Theatre, near Llandrindod Wells 

www.shakespearlink.co.uk 

Welfare Hall, Ystradgynlais 

www.thewelfare.co.uk 

For details about local choir rehearsals and 

performances visit - www.exploremidwales.com 

Basged lawn o gelf a chrefft 

Nid yw’n debygol y byddwch yn mynd adre’n waglaw gan fod diwylliant a thirwedd Cymru 

yn gymaint o ysbrydoliaeth ar gelf a chrefft Canolbarth Cymru a Bannau Brycheiniog. Wedi’u 

creu â llaw, eu turnio, eu gwehyddu a phaentio â gofal, gellir gweld sgil a chreadigrwydd 

crefftwyr lleol yn y stiwdios, orielau a siopau amrywiol o amgylch y trefi. Ac er y byddwch yn 

siwr ̂ 

o ddod ar draws crochenwaith, lluniau, cerfluniau, gemwaith neu gerameg di-ri a fydd yn 

siwr ̂ o’ch denu, gallwch hefyd wneud dim byd mwy nac edrych o’r fan hyn … 


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Take a step closer to nature 

People say that a picture tells a thousand words. For photographers and film-makers, Powys is the 

land of plenty. It’s blessed with some of the most beautiful and diverse landscapes (and wildlife) 

in the country, which have been captured on DVD by award-winning film-makers living and 

working in Powys. 

Many are presented by TV wildlife expert Iolo Williams, who’s filmed everywhere from lush 

wooded valleys and gentle rolling hills, to craggy mountains and imposing dams and reservoirs. 

In the Brecon Beacons DVD, Ben Fogle also gets in on the act introducing the Beacons as one of 

his favourite National Parks, one which he loved visiting as a child. 

Powys really is a film-maker’s paradise and these DVDs show off the county in all its ever-changing 

beauty through the seasons, filmed from the air, on hill tops and even underground. 

“ blessed with some of the most beautiful and diverse landscapes “ 


To see for yourself, visit the websites below where you can indulge yourself 

by watching a trailer or buying a copy: 

1. Brec on Beacons National Park. 

90mins. Introduced by Ben Fogle and presented by Iolo 

Williams. A revealing portrait of this wonderful National 

Park, featuring its history, wildlife, geology, outdoor activities 

and music. www.breconbeaconsdvd.com 

2. Wild Watch in Powys. 

37 mins. Bilingual. Presented by Iolo Williams. 

Iolo journeys around Powys, discovering where best places 

to watch its amazing wildlife. www.wildwatchdvd.com 

3. Elan - 100 Years of Water & Wildlife. 

45 mins. Presented by Iolo Williams. 

Iolo uncovers how this amazing feat of Victorian engineering 

[dams and reservoirs] has greatly benefi ted the area’s 

wildlife. www.focusbiz.co.uk/elanvalley 

4. Llanidloes - First Town on the Severn. 

48 mins. Presented by Iolo Williams. 

Iolo explores and samples the delights of this historic market 

town, looking at its people, its history, wildlife, arts and 

outdoor activities. www.llanidloes.com 

5. Badger Watching with Garet h Morgan 

(the Mid Wales Badgerman). 63 mins. 

Presented by Gareth Morgan. Remarkable footage of a family 

of badgers in their natural habitat. DVD highly complimented 

by Julie Christie, Chris Tarrant, David Bellamy and Iolo 

Williams. www.midwalesbadgerman.com 

(Supplied by Mathew Davies Media Ltd www.mathewmedia.com) 

Cam yn agosach at natur 

Mae pobl yn dweud bod llun yn cyfl eu mil o eiriau. 

I ffotograffwyr a phobl sy’n creu ffi lmiau mae Powys yn wlad 

o ddigonedd. Mae ganddi rhai o’r tirweddau mwyaf prydferth 

ac amrywiol (a bywyd gwyllt) yn y wlad ac mae’r rhain wedi 

eu dathlu ar DVD gan grewyr ffi lm o fri sy’n byw a gweithio 

ym Mhowys. Mae Powys yn baradwys i grewyr ffi lmiau ac 

mae’r DVDs hyn yn dangos y sir yn ei holl ogoniant drwy’r 

tymhorau, wedi’i ffi lmio o’r awyr, o ben bryniau ac hyd yn 

oed tan-ddaear. 

Un pas de plus vers la nature 

Les gens disent qu’une image raconte 

mille mots. Pour les photographes 

et réalisateurs de fi lms, Powys est 

la terre d’abondance, bénie avec 

certains des plus beaux paysages et la 

diversité (et de la faune) dans le pays, 

qui ont été capturés sur le DVD, 

lequel a été primé par les réalisateurs 

travaillant et vivant au Powys. 

Visitez les sites Web sur la page 

38, où vous pourrez vous adonner 

à regarder une bande annonce ou 

acheter une copie. 

Een stapje dichter bij de natuur 

Men beweert dat een beeld meer 

zegt dan duizend woorden. Voor 

fotografen en fi lmmakers is Powys het 

land der overvloed. Het is gezegend 

met de mooiste en meest verscheiden 

landschappen (en wildleven) van het 

land die werden vastgelegd op DVD’s 

van geprezen fi lmmakers die in Powys 

leven en werken. 

Wil je jezelf zien, ga dan naar de 

websites op pagina 38 waar je jezelf 

kan onderdompelen door een trailer te 

bekijken of kopie te kopen. 

Gehen Sie einen Schritt weiter 

hin zur Natur 

Im Volksmund heißt es: Ein Bild 

sagt mehr als tausend Worte. 

Für Photographen und Filmer ist 

Powys das Land der unbegrenzten 

Möglichkeiten. Es ist gesegnet mit 

einer der schönsten und vielfältigsten 

Landschaften (und wilden Tierwelt) 

des Landes, die je auf DVD 

von preisgekrönten Filmern mit 

Wohnsitz und Arbeitsplatz in Powys 

aufgenommen worden sind. 

Überzeugen Sie sich selbst und 

besuchen Sie die Internetseiten auf 

Seite 38, wo Sie sich einen Vorspann 

ansehen oder eine Kopie kaufen 

können. 


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It’s all happening in Wales 

Major events and local festivals, music and dance, contemporary entertainment and country 

shows. Here’s a run down . . . 

21-31 May- Hay Festival 

‘The Woodstock of the Mind’. Literary festival with an international reputation and a great party 

atmosphere. Tel: 0870 990 1299 www.hayfestival.co.uk 

24-30 May- Urdd National Eisteddfod, Cardiff Bay 

Europe’s largest youth arts festival, celebrates talent in dance, song, drama and science. 

Tel: 0845 257 1613 www.urdd.org 

4-7 June- Celtic Manor Resort Wales Open, Newport 

A European Tour event that attracts the world’s top golfers, the Wales Open is one of the most exciting 

fixtures on the 2009 sporting calendar. Ticket line: 01633 410318 www.celtic-manor.com 

July/August- Cardiff Summer Festival 

Cardiff’s summer party is the UK’s largest free outdoor festival. Dozens of spectacular events, as well as 

the Cardiff International Food and Drink Festival. Tel: 02920 872087 www.cardiff-festival.com 

7-12 July- Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod 

A colourful, cosmopolitan gathering of musicians, singers and dancers from all over the world. 

Tel: 01978 862000 www.international-eisteddfod.co.uk 

20-23 July- Royal Welsh Show, Builth Wells 

Britain’s most popular agricultural show, with its friendly atmosphere and entertaining programme. 

Tel: 01982 553683 www.rwas.co.uk 

1-8 August National Eisteddfod of Wales, Bala 

Wales’ most important cultural gathering and Europe’s biggest travelling festival. Translation facilities 

available. Tel: 0845 122 2003 www.eisteddfod.org.uk 

7-9 August- Brecon Jazz 

It has been called Britain’s most enjoyable festival. 

Tel: 0870 9901299 www.breconjazz.co.uk 

28-31 August - Bryn Terfel’s Faenol Festival, Faenol Estate, near Bangor 

A glittering music festival in which Bryn and friends entertain. Tel: 01492 872000 www.brynfest.com 

19-20 September Abergavenny Food Festival 

One of the ‘main courses’ on the UK foodie scene, attracting leading figures from the food world plus 

TV chefs and media personalities. Tel: 01873 851643 www.abergavennyfoodfestival.com 

December - Wales Rally GB 

The final round of the World Rally Championship is Britain’s most 

popular international motorsport event. www.walesrallygb.com 

And a date for your diary… 

27 September – 3 October 2010 

In 2010 Wales plays host to the world’s most prestigious international 

golf tournament when the Ryder Cup is played at the Celtic Manor 

Resort, Newport. 

Text Alert 

To find out what’s going on 

in the area this week text 

“whats on” to 83070 to 

receive a free message of 

events that are taking place. 


Esgair Penygarreg & Maen Serth - walk 

Sun 18 January 2009 

Elan Valley, Rhayader, Tel: 01597 810880 

RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch 

Sat 24 and Sun 25 January 2009 

RSPB Ynys-Hir, Machynlleth, Tel: 01654 700222 

Rhiwnant Mines & Llyn Carw - walk 

Sun 15 February 2009 

Elan Valley, Rhayader, Tel: 01597 810880 

Optics demonstration weekend 

Sat 21 and Sun 22 February 2009 

RSPB Ynys-Hir, Machynlleth, Tel: 01654 700222 

Elan Valley Challenge Cycle Ride 

Sun 22 February 2009 

Rhayader, Tel: 01597 827567 

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Festivals & Events 

Crickhowell Walking Festival 

28th February to 8th March 2009 

Tel: 01873 811970 

Folk ‘n’ Ale Weekend - Llanwrtyd Wells 

6th to 8th March 2009 www.green-events.co.uk 

The Monks’ Trod - walk 

Sun 15 March 2009 Tel: 01597 810880 


Sun 29 March 2009 Tel: 01597 827567 

Mid Wales Gourmet Food Festival 

Sat 4th April 2009 Llanwrtyd Wells 

www.food-food-food.co.uk 

Mid Wales Mouthful & Wonderwool Wales 

Royal Welsh Showground 25th and 26th April 2009 

www.wonderwoolwales.co.uk/mouthful


Sun 26 April 2009 Rhayader Tel: 01597 827567 

Royal Welsh Smallholder & Garden Festival 

Sat 16 and Sun 17 May 2009 

Hay Festival of Literature 

22nd May to 2nd June 2009 

Tel: 0870 990 1299/ 0870 787 2848 

Geoparks Fortnight BBNP 

23rd May to 6th June 2009 

www.brecon-beacons.com 

Man V Horse Marathon - Llanwrtyd Wells 

13th June 2009 www.green-events.co.uk 

Hay Food Festival 

27th June 2009 www.breconbeacons.org 

World Mountain Bike Bog Snorkelling 

4th July 2009 Llanwrtyd Wells 


Rhayader Carnival 

12th to 19th July 2009 


Sheep Music - Presteigne 

17th to 19th July 2009 Tel: 01544 260650 

Royal Welsh Agricultural Show 

20 to 23 July 2009 www.rwas.co.uk 

Brecon Jazz Festival 

7 to 9th August 2009 Tel: 0870 990 1299 

The Greenman Festival, Crickhowell 

21st to 23rd August 

www.thegreenmanfestival.co.uk 

Presteigne Festival of Music and the Arts 

27 August to 1 September 2009 

www.presteignefestival.com 

Talgarth Festival of The Black Mountains 

22nd and 23rd August 2009 

Tel: 01874 712 081 www.talgarthfestival.org.uk 

Victorian Festival - Llandrindod Wells 

22nd to 30th August 2009 Tel: 01597 82 3441 

Machynlleth Festival of Music 

23rd to 30th August 2009 Tel : 01654 703355 

Brecon Beacons Summer Fayre, 

29th to 31st August 2009 

www.brecon-beacons.com 

Knighton Carnival & Agricultural Show 

29th August 2009 Tel: 01547 528 753 

World Bog Snorkelling - Llanwrtyd Wells 

31st August 2009 www.green-events.co.uk 

Welsh Food Festival 2009 - Welshpool 

5th and 6th September 2009 

www.welshfoodfestival.co.uk 

The Trans Cambrian Cyclo Sportive 

Sun 13 September 2009 In and around Rhayader 

Welsh International Walking Festival 

18th to 21st September 2009 Llanwrtyd Wells 


Abergavenny Food Festival 

19th and 20th September 2009 

www.abergavennyfoodfestival.com 

26th Mid Wales Beer Festival 

13th to 4th November 2009 Llanwrtyd Wells 


Real Ale Wobble 

15th November 2009 Llanwrtyd Wells 


24th Real Ale Ramble 

22nd and 23rd November 2009 Llanwrtyd Wells 


Royal Welsh Winter Fair 

30 Nov and 1 Dec 2009 

www.rwas.co.uk 


A496 

ywi 

A493 

A483 

It’s all in the Stars . . . . 

Star grading and information. 

1 

2 

3 

A485 

Afon Teifi 

43 

SNOWDONIA SNOWDONIA 

A493 

4 

5 

6 

7 

A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 

A470 A470 

A4120 A4120 A4120 A4120 

12 

Pumsaint 

A482 A482 

77 

A487 

A487 

A44 A44 A44 A44 

A4069 A4069 A4069 A4069 A4069 A4069 A4069 

A474 A474 A474 A474 

A470 A470 

Afon 

A494 A494 A494 A494 

Dolgellau 

Aberystwyth Aberystwyth 

8 

9 

10 

11 

A496 

Dyfi 

A489 

Llandovery Llandovery 

A470 

A4067 

A40 

LlynTegid 

Machynlleth Machynlleth 

R Wye / A Gwy 

A483 

Llanwrtyd 

Wells 

A470 

A4215 

Bala 

A470 

B4358 

B4519 

River Usk 

B4393 

A470 

Llangurig 

Lake Vyrnwy 

Berwyn Mountains 

BRECON BRECON BEACONS BEACONS 

NATIONAL NATIONAL PARK PARK 

R R R R Taff Taff Taff Taff 

A470 

B4391 

B4395 

Llyn Clywedog Llyn Clywedog 

A458 

Llanidloes 

Rhayader 

C A M B R I A N M O U N T A I N S 

Sennybridge Sennybridge 

Ystradgynlais Ystradgynlais 

Llanfair 

A44 

B4520 

A470 

A483 

A495 

B4356 

A481 

Talgarth 

A465 A465 

A479 

A488 

B4580 

B4396 

Caereinion Caereinion 

Builth 

Wells 

Brecon 

Pistyll Rhaeadr 

Waterfall 

B4389 

Llanfyllin 

Newtown 

Merthyr Tydfil Merthyr Tydfil 


Waterfall 

Llanrhaeadr Llanrhaeadr 

R Severn 

A438 

A495 

A44 

A483 

Welshpool 

A490 

A4111 A4111 

A488 A488 A488 A488 


A5 A5 

B4355 

A Guide to Quality Assurance 

Ellesmere Ellesmere 

All the accommodation Wem Wem featured in this 

Oswestry Oswestry publication has been quality graded so you 

can make your choice in confi dence, knowing 

that each place to stay has been given a star 

grading according to the quality and facilities on 

offer. Star grades mean that you can be sure of 

standards and choose the accommodation that’s 

just right for you. 

River River River River River Wye Wye Wye Wye Wye 

A5 A5 A5 A5 

A458 A458 A458 A458 

A488 A488 A488 A488 A488 

A4112 A4112 A4112 

A438 A438 A438 

A528 

A4113 

A4110 

A480 

A465 

A495 

A49 

A44 

A40 

A466 

A49 

A49 

Visit Shrewsbury Wales/AA Shrewsbury are the only checking agents in 

Wales, checking out over 5,000 places. 

In the case of properties handled by self-catering 

agencies, the frequency between visits can be 

longer. 

Occasionally, it has not been possible to visit the 

accommodation prior to publication. In these 

instances, Church the Church property is marked as ‘Awaiting 

Grading’. 

Stretton Stretton 

STARS are your guide to quality. The Star 

Quality Grading Schemes apply to all types 

Bishops of Bishops accommodation: serviced – hotels, guest 

Castle houses, Castlebed 

and breakfast, farm accommodation, 

hostel/hostel type accommodation, self-catering 

cottages and apartments and caravan holiday 

home and touring/camping parks. 

Clun Clun 

Here are the quality ratings: 

Ludlow Ludlow 

Knighton Knighton* 

Simple, practical, no frills 

** Well presented and well run 

*** Good level of quality and comfort 

**** Excellent standard throughout 

**** Exceptional, with a degree of luxury 

A489 

Presteigne Presteigne 

Llandrindod Llandrindod Wells Wells 

•Also look out for that extra-special property 

Leominster that has been Leominster awarded Visit Wales’ Gold 

Elan Valley Elan Valley 

Kington 

Award, given for exceptional standards 

Kington 

of hospitality, comfort and food in serviced 

accommodation. 

Llangorse Lake Llangorse Lake 

Monmo uthshire and Brecon Can 

Black Mountains 


Montgomery Montgomery 

River 

Pumsaint Pumsaint 

on-Wye Wye 

13 

Tywi 

A493 

A483 

A493 

A485 

Afon Teifi 

Llandeilo 

14 

15 

16 

17 

A487 

A470 

A4120 

A482 

A487 

Llandeilo 

A4069 

A474 

A44 

Dolgellau 

A470 

Afon 

A494 

Mallwyd 

Dyfi 

A489 

A470 

A4067 

A40 

LlynTegid 

R Wye / A Gwy 

A483 

Llanwrtyd 

Wells 

A470 

A4215 

Bala 

A470 

B4358 

B4519 

River Usk 

B4393 

A470 

Llangurig 

Lake Vyrnwy 


R Taff 

A470 

B4391 

B4395 

A458 

Llanidloes 

Rhayader 


Llanfair 

A44 

Builth 

Wells 

B4520 

Brecon 

A483 

B4389 

A470 

Llanfyllin 

A483 

A481 

Crickhowell Crickhowell 

aan nn 

a 

A495 

Newtown 

Talgarth 

B4356 

A465 

A483 

A479 

A488 

B4580 

B4396 

R Severn 

Hay- 

A438 

A495 

A44 

A483 

Welshpool 


Monmo uthshire and Brecon Canal 


A490 

A489 

A5 

A488 

A4111 

Hay- 

B4355 

on-Wye 

For 2008, all accommodation grades in this 

publication have been based on a new set of 

common quality standards agreed by Visit Wales, 

Visit Britain, Visit Scotland and the AA. The star 

ratings refl ect the facilities and overall quality of 

the experience. 

A AB BC 

DC 

Y 

ED 

Y 

FE 

GF HG IH Grades may therefore be different from previous 

years due to the new scheme’s requirements. 

However, a change does not mean that the 

quality is any different so customers should not 

compare 

J I 

the 

K 

previous 

J 

star 

K 

grading with the stars 

given for 2008. 

River Wye 

A458 

A438 

A488 

A4112 

A4137 

A528 

A4113 

A49 

A465 

Abergavenny Abergavenny 

Any Monmouth problems? Monmouth 

A5 

A4110 

A480 

A465 

A495 

A49 

A44 

A40 

A466 

A49 

A49 

A4137 

A49 

Further detailed information on grading criteria 

and awards can be found at 

www.wales.gov.uk/tourism 

A465 

Please note: 

All gradings and awards were correct at the 

time Hereford of going to Hereford press. Occasionally, it may 

not have been possible to undertake a grading. 

This situation is clearly identifi ed by ‘Awaiting 

Grading’ appearing within the advertisement/ 

entry. Grading assessments are on-going and 

improvements made by establishments may have 

resulted in a revision since publication. Please 

check when booking. Further information on 

gradings and awards is available from Visit Wales, 

Ty Glyndwr, Forge Road, Machynlleth, Powys 

SY20 8WW. 

Tel 01654 702584 Fax 01654 703081 

email: quality.tourism@wales.gsi.gov.uk 

In the unfortunate event that you do encounter 

problems with your chosen accommodation, 

please refer to www.wales.gov.uk/tourism for 

further guidance.

Caravan And Camping 

Business Class 

Style of Park To help you make the right choice, The Business Class Award has been developed 

each park is categorised as one of the following: to advise potential visitors what level of business 

HOLIDAY PARK - for holiday caravans, but may meeting facility or bedroom accommodation 

also provide touring/camping facilities 

participating hotels/venue provide. Platinum, Golf 

CAMPING PARK - for tented accommodation only and Silver Awards, recognising the differing range 

TOURING PARK - for touring caravans and of facilities and services on offer are available for 

possibly camping no static holiday caravans 

(please note: touring parks listed in this publication 

bedroom accommodation and meeting facilities. 

may be VISIT WALES and/or AA graded) 

GENERAL INFORMATION 

Accommodating Visitors with Disabilities 

Visit Wales now recommends that all 

s SM 

tourism operators prepare, and make 

available an Access Statement to potential visitors. 

Welcome Host 

This is the only way of accurately describing 

The Visit Wales Welcome Host scheme is part accessibility in tourism premises. When booking, 

of a tradition of friendliness. This customer care please ask whether an Access Statement has 

scheme, open to everyone from hotel staff to taxi been prepared for the premises in which you are 

drivers, places the emphasis on hospitality and interested. Businesses using a verifi ed Access 

fi rst-class service. There are three categories: Statement S will be denoted by this symbol 

At least 90% of staff are participants 

in their advertisement. In order to further assist 

potential visitors, the symbol SM will denote 


businesses, where issues relating to mobility 

have been addressed or improved. Visit Wales 


no longer recognises or features the old National 

Accessibility Scheme disability symbols, as their 

meaning is open to interpretation by visitors. 

Walkers and Cyclists Welcome 

Walking and cycling enthusiasts should 

look out for this sign, which includes the ‘boot’ 

and ‘wheel’ symbols. Some properties qualify for 

both symbols, others just the one. The symbols 

are displayed by properties that have undertaken 

to provide features which . walkers and cyclists 

always fi nd welcome. They include drying facilities 

for wet clothes and boots, secure lockable areas 

for bikes, adequate storage space for rucksacks and 

packed lunches. 

Activity Holidays 

High standards also apply to your safety. 

Every operator featured in this publication is 

inspected under the Visit Wales’s accreditation 

scheme for activities, has a statutory licence 

from the Adventure Activities Licensing Authority 

(AALA) or has been approved by a recognised 

National Governing Body of Sport or Trade Body. 

All operators and providers must abide by a Code 

of Conduct that describes good practice and 

procedures for the activity in question. By its very 

nature, participation in any activity will involve 

an element of risk. Visit Wales cannot guarantee 

that participants will be free from injury or other 

misfortune. Nevertheless, its accreditation and 

inspection schemes attempt to minimise that risk. 

Attractions 

Trained, impartial assessors visit 

participating visitor attractions annually. All 

aspects of the visitor experience are sampled, from 

initial telephone enquiries to catering, retail and 

toilet facilities, where available. This gives you the 

confi dence that the attraction has been thoroughly 

checked before you plan your visit. Only those 

attractions that have been assessed by Visit Wales, 

and meet the VAQAS Cymru standard, receive 

the quality marque. Look out for this logo when 

choosing places to visit. 

Name of Business 

Ref.D12 

Address 

Tel: 00000 000000 

CYCLISTS 

S Sm 

Beautifully situated working farm set in the secluded 

countryside of Mid Wales. Traditional old farmhouse with 

Oak beams and character throughout. Haven for walkers, 

bird watching or touring countryside. Ideal for a family. 

Pets welcome 

Rooms: 3 Open May – Nov 

B&B per person per night: £27 - £30 Short break 2 nights: £25-£27 

Please Note 

All Gradings and Awards were correct at the time 

of going to press. Occasionally it may not have 

been possible to undertake a grading. This situation 

is clearly identifi ed by . “Awaiting Grading” 

appearing within the advertisement/ entry. 

Inspections are on-going and improvements made 

by establishments may have resulted in a revision 

since publication. Please check when booking. 

Further information on Gradings and Awards is 

available from Visit Wales, 

Ty Glyndwr, Machynlleth. Powys SY20 8WW Tel: 

+44 (0) 1654 702584 Fax: +44 (0) 1654 703081 

E-mail: quality.tourism@wales.gsi.gov.uk 

Any Problems? 

At the time of the assessment all premises met with 

the standard required for the Visit Wales quality 

grade indicated in our publication. Visit Wales 

cannot be held responsible for any defi ciencies in 

standards and quality of service which manifest 

themselves after the assessment has taken place. 

We nevertheless care about your stay in Wales, 

so if you are dissatisfi ed with the accommodation 

in any way please contact the owner or manager 

of the business at the time of your stay so that 

matters can be put right. Unfortunately, the Visit 

Wales is only able to consider an investigation of 

a complaint about accommodation if you have 

previously raised the matter with the proprietor 

or manager. If you have already taken this action 

but do not feel satisfi ed with the outcome, please 

send details of your complaint to the Quality 

Assurance Department, Visit Wales, Ty Glyndwr, 

Machynlleth, Powys SY20 8WW within 14 days 

of your visit. Where possible include the name of 

the person to whom you referred your complaint 

in the fi rst instance. The VISIT WALES is not 

in a position to provide compensation where 

customers have been unable to resolve any such 

disputes. If you refer your complaint to the Visit 

Wales for investigation, we retain the right to use 

the complaint as we consider appropriate, which 

may include passing a copy to the proprietor 

concerned. 

Understanding the advertisements 

PRICES 

Hotels, guest houses and farmhouses 

All prices are PER PERSON, based on TWO 

PEOPLE sharing a double or twin room. SINGLE 

ROOM OCCUPANCY will usually be charged 

extra, and there may be supplements for private 

bath/shower. Daily rates are for bed and breakfast. 

Short break rates are for two nights dinner, B&B 

(Please note that the majority of establishments 

listed will also offer weekly terms). 

Self-Catering Holiday Cottages and Apartments 

Rates are quoted per property per week or short 

break (2-4 days). 

Caravan & Camping Parks 

Rates for caravan holiday home rental are per unit 

per week or short break (2-4 days). Touring caravan 

and camping park rates are for two people and 

their caravan, motor home or tent per night. 

Special Offers for Children 

Many hotels, guest houses and farmhouse have 

special offers for children, ranging from discounts 

to free accommodation if they share their parents’ 

room (you only pay for their meals). Family holiday 

hotels, especially in major resorts, also cater for 

one-parent families. 

Deposits 

Most operators will ask for a deposit when a 

reservation is being made. Some establishments 

may request payment in advance of arrival. 

Cancellation and insurance 

When you confi rm a holiday booking, please 

bear in mind that you are entering a legally 

being contract which entitles the proprietor 

to compensation if you fail to take up the 

accommodation or depart earlier than planned. 

It’s always wise to arrange holiday insurance to 

cover you for cancellation and other unforeseen 

eventualities. If you have to alter your travel plans, 

please advise the holiday operator or proprietor 

immediately. 

All prices quoted include VAT at the current 

rate (17%). Prices and other specifi c holiday 

information in this publication were supplied to 

the Visit Wales during May-August 2006. So do 

check all prices and facilities before confi rming 

your booking. 

The header bar in each advertisement contains the establishment name, Visit 

Wales/AA Quality Grading, style of accommodation and a map reference - 

which refers to a square that can be located on the large map opposite or on 

the map in the regional sections. Other symbols that appear on each advert 

are for awards gained by the establishment for the extra facilities on offer 

Additional awards include grading schemes by the Visit Wales and AA based 

on the provision of facilities and services offered by the accommodation Full 

descriptions on awards and grading can be found in text above. 


Area 1 

Severn, 

Tywi 

A483 

A485 

SNOWDONIA 

A4120 A4120 A4120 A4120 A4120 A4120 

Afon Teifi 

A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 

A470 A470 

7 

Vyrnwy and Aberystwyth 

Dyfi Valley 

1 

2 

3 

4 

5 

6 

8 

9 

A482 

Llandovery 

Llandeilo 

A4069 

A474 

Afon 

A494 A494 A494 A494 

Dyfi 

A489 

Machynlleth 

A470 

A4067 

Llyn Clywedog 

A40 

R Wye / A Gwy 

A483 

Sennybridge 

A470 

A4215 

A470 

B4358 

B4519 

River Usk 

B4393 

A470 

Llangurig 

BRECON BEACONS 

NATIONAL PARK 

R Taff 

A470 

B4391 

B4395 

A458 

Llanidloes 

Rhayader 

Llanfair 

Caereinion 

A44 

Builth 

Wells 

CYCLISTS 

B4520 

Brecon 

A470 

Merthyr Tydfil 

A483 

A495 

Newtown 

B4356 

A481 

Talgarth 

A479 

A465 

A488 

B4580 

B4396 

R Severn 

A438 

A495 

A44 

A483 

Welshpool 

Crickhowell 

A5 A5 

A4111 

A488 A488 A488 A488 

B4355 

Ellesmere 

Oswestry 

River Wye 

A5 A5 A5 A5 

A488 A488 A488 A488 A488 

Bishops 

Castle 

Clun 

Presteigne 

10 


Elan Valley 

Llanfyllin and Lake Vyrnwy - Serviced Kington 

12 

Lake Vyrnwy Hotel Pumsaint 

Ref.E3 

Cyfi e Farm 

Ref.E3 

11 

13 

14 

15 

16 

17 

A B C D E F G H I J K 

Ystradgynlais 

Llanwrtyd 

Wells 

Lake Vyrnwy 



CYCLISTS 

S Sm 

Waterfall 

S Sm 

B4389 

Llanrhaeadr 

Llanfyllin 

Montgomery 

A483 

Llangorse Lake 




A490 

A489 

Knighton 

Hayon-Wye 

Llanwddyn Mongomeryshire SY10 0LY Anthony Rosser 

Tel: 01691 870692 Fax: 01691 870259 

Email: info@lakevyrnwyhotel.co.uk 

Web: www.lakevyrnwyhotel.co.uk 

A view that lasts for ever! 

The scent of spring on mountain air, or crackling log fi res in winter. 

A classic Victorian country house with award winning cuisine in one 

of the most romantic places anywhere. The bedrooms are all en-suite, 

many have special features such as lake views, balconies, four posters & 

jacuzzis. 

Clay shooting fi shing & tennis on site. A new spa and thermal suite with 

a view - sauna, steam room rasul and a series of treatments from around 

the world. 

Rooms: 52 Open all year 

Short break DB&B 2 nights: £135 - £250 B&B per person per night: £50 - £135 

Cyfi e Farm Llanfi hangel 

Llanfyllin Powys SY22 5JE 

Neil & Claire Bale 

Tel: 01691 648451 

Fax: 01691 648363 

Email: info@cyfi efarm.co.uk 

Web: www.cyfi efarm.co.uk 

Minutes from Lake Vyrnwy, Gold 

Award winning remote 17th century 

farmhouse with magnifi cent views 

over Vyrnwy Valley. Relax all day in 

your own luxurious suite of rooms 

with top hotel comforts. Hot tub, 

sauna spa. Ideal retreat, with Cordon 

Bleu cuisine. Beautiful self-catering 

cottages available, from £350-£600 

per week. 

Rooms: 4 (Each sleeps 2) Open: February - November Short breaks available 

B&B per person per night: £42.50 - £60 DB&B per person per night: £70 - 87.50 

A4112 

A438 

A528 

A4113 

A4110 

A480 

A465 

A495 

Church 

Stretton 

A49 

A44 

A40 

A466 

A49 

Wem 

A49 

Shrewsbury 

Ludlow 

Leominster 

Hereford 

Abergavenny 

Monmouth 

A4137 

The Oaks B&B 

Ref.E3 

A49 

Rooms: 3 Open all year Short breaks available 

B&B per person per night: £32.50 (2 persons sharing) 

A465 

Bryn Penarth 

Ref.F4 

Madog’s Wells 

Ref.F5 

CYCLISTS 

S Sm 

The Oaks Lake Vyrnwy 

Nr Oswestry SY10 0LZ 

Michael & Daphne Duggleby 

Tel: 01691 870250 

Email: mdug99@aol.com 

www.vyrnwyaccommodation.co.uk 

Uniquely located by Lake Vyrnwy 

Dam amidst sensational scenery and 

National Nature Reserve. Escape to 

a warm welcome into a comfortable 

family home. A fantastic base for 

relaxing, walking, bird watching or 

exploring Mid and North Wales. 

“Peaceful and restorative“ 

“Superb breakfast” “ Simply magical” 

Llanfair Caereinion - Serviced 

S Sm 

CYCLISTS 

S Sm 

Llanfair Caereinion, Welshpool, Powys SY21 0BZ 

Tel: 01938 810535 Mob: 07713 156143 

dianewatkin@hotmail.co.uk www.brynpenarth.co.uk 

Traditionally furnished house in mature grounds with 

magnifi cent views. Spacious en-suite bedrooms. Separate 

guest dining room, lounge with cosy log burner, and sunny 

breakfast room. Relax and enjoy good food. 

Rooms: 3 Open all year Short Breaks Available 

B&B per person per night: From £30 DB&B per person per night: From £50 

Llanfair Caereinion - Self Catering 

Llanfair Caereinion 

Welshpool 

Powys SY21 0DE 

Units: 3 (Sleeps 1-6) Per unit per week: £100 - £530 

Open all year Short breaks available out of main season 

Michael & Ann Reed 

Tel: 01938 810446 

Email: info@madogswells.co.uk 

Web: www.madogswells.co.uk 

2 & 3 bedroomed bungalows, 

wheelchair accessible ( linen utilities 

included). Enjoy the peace and 

quiet. Listen for the bird song and 

watch the wildlife around, or walk 

among the hills. Pets by arrangement 

ideal for family holiday. 

No smoking please.

Cilhaul Farm 

Ref.D7 

Llanidloes - Serviced 

Trefeglwys Caersws Powys SY17 5PU 

Tel: 01686 430243 Mrs Fiona Jenkins 

S Sm 

Beautifully situated working farm set in the secluded 

countryside of Mid Wales. Traditional old farmhouse with 

Oak beams and character throughout. Haven for walkers, 

bird watching or touring countryside. Also Granary 

Conversion, luxuriously decorated and ideal for a family. 

Rooms: 3 Open May – Nov 

B&B pppn: £27 - £30 Short break 2 nights: £25-£27 

Plas Bwlch Farmhouse 

Ref.C8 

Rooms: 2 B&B per person per night: £26 

Open all year Short Breaks available 

Llanidloes - Self Catering 

Drainbyrion Farm Bungalow 

Glyngynwydd Farm Cottages 

Ref.D7 

S Sm 

Cwmbelan Llanidloes 

SY18 6QQ 

Tel: 01686 413854 

Fax: 01686 412012 

Mrs Susan Wareham 

Email: holiday@glyngynwydd.co.uk 

Web: www.glyngynwydd.co.uk 

Cottages: 5 (Sleeps 2-6 +cot) All units 19+ 

Traditional stone and timber barn, 

beautifully converted into cottages. 

Picturesque peaceful location 

in 13 acres. Solid fuel stoves, 

background heating. Spectacular 

Red Kite countryside near Elan 

Valley, Plynlimon, Severn, walking, 

birdwatching, fi shing, sightseeing, 

family get togethers. Prices on 

request for larger party. 

Open all year 

Per unit per week £144 - £649 Short breaks available 

Grandstand Lodges 

Ref.D7 

Llangurig, Llanidloes, Powys SY18 6RT 

Tel: 01686 440659 Mob: 07970 040280 Pauline Wheeler 

Email: mail@bandbwales.co.uk Web: www.bandbwales.co.uk 

Cosy Georgian Farmhouse with en-suite bedrooms. 

Smallholding set in 15 acres in the picturesque Upper Wye 

Valley. Excellent location for walkers, cyclists & bird watchers. 

Ref.D7 

S Sm 

Old Hall Llanidloes Powys SY18 6PW 

Tel: 01686 412449 

Mrs Margaret Williams 

Spacious bungalow furnished and equipped to a high 

standard with superb views down the Severn valley. Ideal for 

walking, bird watching or relaxing in peaceful surroundings. 

No Pets /smoking inside. 

Units: 1 Open all year Short breaks available by arrangement 

Per unit per week: £240 - £540 (sleeps 6 plus a cot) 

3 units: each sleeps 6 Not open in February 

Prices per unit per week: £495 - £950 Short breaks available. 

CYCLISTS 

S Sm 

Grandstand Trefeglwys 

Caersws, Powys SY17 5PU 

Tel: 01686430491 / 07811 704591 

mandy@luxurylodgeswales.co.uk 

Web: www.luxury-lodges-wales.com 

Our self catering luxury lodges 

are set in a peaceful and tranquil 

wooded coppice, around a 

lake with panoramic views of 

the Trannon Valley. The Lodges 

provide 5 star accommodation to a 

sumptuous level, which ensures you 

have a unique romantic and relaxing 

experience whenever you visit. 

Private hot tubs & four poster bed, 

sky TV, WIFI access & BBQ facilities. 

Maenllwyd Guest House 

Ref.B5 

Newtown Road Machynlleth Powys SY20 8EY 

Tel: 01654 702928 Nigel Vince 

maenllwyd@btinternet.com www.maenllwyd.co.uk 

Croeso. A warm welcome to all. Within walking distance 

all amenities. Private car park. Ideal centre for all Dyfi 

Valley attractions. 

Rooms: 8 Open all year Short Breaks available 

B&B per person per night: From £30 

Brynllwydwyn 

Ref.B6 

Machynllet h - Serviced 

Machynllet h - Self Catering 

Brynllwydwyn Uwchgarreg Machynlleth, SY20 8RR 

Tel: 01654 702042 Email: info@brynllwydwyn.co.uk 

Web: www.brynllwydwyn.co.uk Elaine Jones 

Set in spectacular views, ideal for families, walkers, 

mountain bikers and riders. Stabling provided. Newly 

refurbished en-suite bedrooms fully integrated kitchen, open 

fi res and lawned gardens. 

Units: 1 (sleeps 6-8) Open March - December 

Short Breaks from £390 Per unit per week: £820 Max 

Moelfre Cottage 

Ref.B5 

Units: 1 Open all year Short Breaks available 

Per unit per week: £180 - £280 (sleeps 2 plus 2 children) 

Dragon Hotel 

Ref.G6 

S Sm 

Machynlleth Powys SY20 8NU Mrs Nora Wigley 

Tel: 01650 511288 Email: moelfrecottage@hotmail.com 

Web: www.stayinwales.co.uk/moelfre 

Cottage of character situated in quiet rural village. Ideal 

base for walking, cycling, bird watching, relaxing and 

exploring Mid Wales. Garden, Sky TV and linen provided. 

Montgomery - Serviced 

CYCLISTS 

S Sm 

Montgomery Powys SY15 6PA Mark & Sue Michaels 

Tel: 01686 668359 Fax: 08700118227 

reception@dragonhotel.com www.dragonhotel.com 

17th C Coaching Inn. All rooms en-suite. Rosette restaurant 

- local produce. Indoor pool & Sauna. Jazz Wednesdays, 

near Powis Castle & Offa’s Dyke. Breaks all year. 

Rooms: 20 Open all year B&B per person per night: £47.25 - £66 

2 Night Short Breaks DB&B per person: £79.90 - £97.90 

Dolforwyn Hall 

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Newtown - Serviced 

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Dolforwyn Hall, 

Abermule Montgomery 

Powys SY15 6JG 

Keith & Cheryl Galvin 

Tel: 01686 630221 

Email: bnb@dolforwyn.co.uk 

Web: www.dolforwyn.co.uk 

Keith & Cheryl offer you a warm 

welcome to their Country House 

Bed & Breakfast.Superb location 

overlooking the Severn Valley. 

Close to the Severn Way & The Kerry 

Ridgeway. Comfortable en-suite 

bedrooms. Licensed dining room, 

home-cooked evening meals. 

Residents lounge with log fi re. 

Sun terrace & patio. Ample parking. 

Rooms: 8 Open all year (ex. Christmas & New year) 

B&B per person per night: £30 - £35 DB&B per person per night from: £39.95 - £61.95

The Forest B&B 

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Newtown - Serviced cont . . . 

Highgate Farmhouse 

Ref. F6 


B&B per person per night: from £35 

Porthouse Wood Cabins 

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The Forest Kerry Newtown Powys SY16 4DW 

Tel: 01686 621821 info@theforestkerry.co.uk 

Paul & Michelle Martin www.theforestkerry.co.uk 

Beautiful, secluded Victorian country house, 4 acres of 

gardens. Luxury en-suite bedrooms, lounge, games room, 

tennis court, kennels, stables. Fine views. 3 miles to Newtown 

Newtown - Self Catering 

Myrtle Villa Llanfair Road Newtown Powys SY16 2DL 

Tel: 01686 626856 Mark Thomas 

Web: www.porthousewoodcabins.co.uk 

Two luxury log cabins, enjoying quiet location at 

Llanllwchaiarn. 1.5 miles from Newtown. Situated in 

woodland with private fi shing rights on the river Severn. 

Units : 2 (sleeps between 1-4 people) Open from Jan to Dec 

Per unit per week: £200 - £265 Short breaks available 

The Forest Cottages 

Ref.F7 

Units: 3 Open all year 

Per unit per week: From £200 

The Goetre Retreat Caravan Park 

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1 Caravan sleeps between 1 - 6 people From £120 

Short breaks available Open March - October 

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Highgate, Bettws Cedewain, 

Newtown SY16 3LF 

Sarah Smith 

Tel: 01686 623763 

Mob: 07768 453737 

Fax: 01686 629194 

Email: highgatehouse@hotmail.com 

www.highgate-accommodation.co.uk 

Highgate farmhouse Bed & Breakfast, 

Luxury Holiday Cottages traditionally 

furnished with views over lawns 

and gardens to unspoilt magnifi cent 

countryside. Warm comfortable 

accommodation with hospitality to 

match. Bring your horse - stables 

grazing indoor menage available. 


B&B per person per night £35 Units: 6 (sleeps 6 - 8) 

DB&B per person per night £55 Per unit per week: £300 - £750 

Forest Cottages, Kerry, Newtown, Powys SY16 4DW 

Tel: 01686 621821 info@forestcottageskerry.co.uk 

Paul & Michelle Martin www.forestcottageskerry.co.uk 

Beautifully renovated Victorian country cottages, 4 acres of 

secluded gardens. Log burners, games room, play area, tennis 

court, kennels, stables. Fine views. 3 miles to Newtown. 

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Abermule Montgomery Powys SY15 6NW 

Tel: 01686 670408 / 07891528061 

Email:park2006@btinternet.com 

Web: www.goetreretreatcaravanpark.co.uk 

Awaiting 

Grading 

Enjoy a relaxing break with us in Mid Wales. 2 bedrooms, 2 

bathrooms, central heated & free satalite TV. Brochure available. 

Unless otherwise stated the 

stars shown are awarded 

by Visit Wales and are your 

guide to QUALITY. 

Welshpool - Serviced 

Edderton Hall Country House 

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Edderton Hall, Forden, Welshpool Powys SY21 8RZ 

Tel: 01938 580339 / 07974129194 Fax: 01938 580572 

Email: enquiries@eddertonhall.com Web: www.eddertonhall.com 

Mike and his family welcome you to their stylish 1830’s listed Stuccoed 

home.Panoramic views over Powis castle in the Severn Valley and 

beyond. Attractive en-suite rooms with colour TV, radio, beverage tray 

and central heating. Relaxed Dining Room with conservatory including 

small licensed honesty bar. Refurbished ground fl oor bedroom with level 

access. Suitable for disabled. 

Comfortable Guest Lounge with log fi re. Some disabled facilities (access 

statement on request). Just 5 mins to Powis Castle and Welshpool. 

Kennels, stabling and paddock available. 


Short breaks available B&B per person per night: £30 - £35

Lane Farm 

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Rooms: 4 Open all year (ex Christmas) 

B&B per person per night: £27 (based on 2 sharing) 

Royal Oak Hotel 

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Abide@Ty-Isaf 

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Criggion Nr Welshpool 

Powys SY5 9BG 

Mrs Lesley Burrowes 

Tel: 01743 884288 

Email: lane.farm@ukgateway.net 

www.lanefarmbedandbreakfast.co.uk 

Warm welcome assured on working 

organic farm in tranquil location, 

nestling beneath the Breidden Hills 

between Welshpool / Shrewsbury. 

Spacious en-suite bedrooms, two 

on ground fl oor, all with colour TV, 

tea/coffee. Mountains, coast, castles, 

stately homes and gardens within 

easy reach. 

The Cross Welshpool 

Powys SY21 7DG 

Neil Benbow 

Tel: 01938 552217 

Fax: 01938 556652 

Email: relax@royaloakhotel.info 

Web: www.royaloakhotel.info 


B&B per person per night: £50 - £69 DB&B per person per night; £66 – £85 

Trefnant Hall Farm 

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Ty-Isaf Llanerfyl Welshpool Powys SY21 0JB 

Tel: 01938 820143 / 07802 705786 

Email: sheen.carter@virgin.net 

Sheenagh Carter 

Enjoy elevated position in the Cambrian Mountains with panoramic 

views. Come, fi nd the hidden retreat. A warm welcome awaits. Both 

Rooms en-suite, tea/coffee and TV. Pets welcome. 


B&B per person per night: £28 - £30 DB&B per person per night: £40 - £42 

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Recently refurbished to a high 

standard, whilst retaining many of 

the traditional features, the ‘Oak’ 

continues the best hospitality to locals 

and visitors, as it has for the past 350 

years. Facilities include 25 en-suite 

bedrooms, restaurant, bar and dining 

area, as well as function facilities for 

up to 200 people. The Royal Oak is 

located in the heart of Welshpool, just 

10min walk to Powis castle. 

Berriew Welshpool 

Powys SY21 8AS 

Rooms: 3 March – November Short breaks available 

B&B per person per night £27.50 - £35 

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Jane Jones 

Tel: 01686 640262 

Email: jane.trefnant@virgin.net 

Web: www.trefnanthall.com 

A delightful listed farmhouse built in 

1742 with large garden and glorious 

views over rolling countryside. Jane 

and David will give you a warm 

welcome to their working hill farm 

just two miles from Powis Castle. 

All rooms en-suite with colour TV, 

tea/coffee making facilities and 

central heating. Also luxury 4 star 

self catering unit available. 

Welcome Host Award 

Visit Wales’s Welcome Host scheme is part of a 

tradition of friendliness. This customer care scheme, 

open to everyone from staff to taxi drivers, places 

that emphasis on hospitality and fi rst-class service. 

Dyffryn 

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Foel Welshpool Powys SY21 0NU 

Tel: 01938 820214 / 07814 616826 

info@dyffrynbandb.co.uk Web: www.dyffrynbandb.co.uk 

Located in beautiful countryside, ideal for touring coast, lakes 

and mountains. Relax in attractive en-suite bedrooms. Local 

produce served in adjacent licensed restaurant, also local inn, 

fi shing, cycling and walking. 


B&B per person per night: £30 - £35 

Eithinog Hall 

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Tan Y Graig 

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Meifod Powys SY22 6BP 

Tel: 01938 500574 Web: www.tanygraig.co.uk 

Email: eleri@dbreeze99.freeserve.co.uk 

Situated in the beautiful Vyrnwy valley. Family run 

18th C establishment with pretty gardens, en-suite bedrooms, 

colour TV, beverage tray. Ideal for walking, cycling, fi shing, 

sightseeing. Evening meals by arrangement. 


B&B per person per night: from £30 - £35 Short breaks available 

Lower Trelydan Country Cottages 

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Lower Trelydan Guilsfi eld Welshpool SY21 9PH 

Tel: 01938 553105 Fax: 01938 553105 

Graham & Sue Jones 

Charming cottages on farm courtyard. High standards, 

attractive gardens, peaceful situation. Welshpool two 

miles. Ideal base for touring lakes, mountains & coast. 

Units: 6 (sleeps 21 people) 

Per unit per week: £170- £450 Open all year Short Breaks available 

Y Stabl 

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Units: 1 (sleeps 4) Per unit per week: £160 – £325 


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Eithinog Hall Cyfronydd Welshpool Powys SY21 9ED 

Tel: 01938 810496 / 07976 168869 

Email: eithinog@waitrose.com 

Gill O’Dwyer 

A warm friendly welcome in the beautiful Welsh borderlands with 

easy access to coast and mountains. Guest lounge. Gardens. 

Home cooking. Spacious rooms en-suite. 



Welshpool - Self Catering 

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Trefnant Isaf Maesmawr Welshpool SY21 9JG 

Tel: 01938 850279 Anne Haynes 

Email: holiday@tisaf.fsnet.co.uk 

Farm cottage with exposed beams nestled amongst hills, 

streams and woodlands. Ideal for relaxing, walking, bird 

watching, trout fi shing on site. Enclosed garden with swings. 

On Glyndwr’s way.

Area 2 

The Marches, 

Spa and 

Market Towns 

5 

6 

7 

8 

9 

10 

11 

12 

13 

14 

Tywi 

A493 

A485 A485 

A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 A487 

Aberystwyth A44 

A4120 A4120 A4120 A4120 A4120 A4120 

Afon Afon Afon Afon Teifi Teifi Teifi Teifi 

Pumsaint 

A483 

A482 A482 

Caer Beris Manor Hotel 

Ref.F11 

A44 A44 A44 

Llandovery 

Llandeilo 

A4069 A4069 

A474 

A489 

Machynlleth 

A4067 

Llyn Clywedog 

A40 

R Wye / A Gwy 

C A M B R I A N M O U N 

A483 

Llanwrtyd 

Wells 

A470 

A4215 

A470 

B4358 

B4519 

River Usk 

A470 

Llangurig 

Elan Valley 

Llanidloes 

Rhayader 

R Taff 

A470 

A44 

Builth 

Wells 

B4520 

Brecon 

Newtown 

A470 

A483 

B4356 

A481 

Talgarth 

15 


NATIONAL PARK 

16 

Ystradgynlais 

Builth Wells - Serviced 


17 

B4389 

Montgomery 

A483 

A479 

A465 

A488 

R Severn 

A438 

A44 

Crickhowell 

A488 

Bishops 

A488 A488 A488 A488 

B4355 

Presteigne 





Builth Wells Powys LD2 3NP Mr Peter Smith 

Tel: 01982 552601 Fax: 01982 552586 

Email: caerberis@btconnect.com Web: www.caerberis.com 

0 

A489 

Knighton 

Hayon-Wye 

The former home of Lord Swansea, Caer Beris Manor is set in 27 acres 

of parkland surrounded by the river Irfon. All rooms have a private bath 

and shower, TV and telephone. Enjoy the fi nest local food and wines 

from around the world in a panelled restaurant dating from 1570, for 

the romantic, four poster beds and champagne : for the active, fi shing, 

shooting, riding, golf and walking. Enjoy a drink in the conservatory 

which overlooks the parkland sweeping down to the river, or relax in 

front of one of our blazing log fi res. Please send for a colour brochure for 

details of fi shing, golf breaks and also family holidays. 

Rooms: 23 Open all year Short Break DB&B 2 nights: from £134 

B&B per person per night: £57.50 - £67.50 DB&B per person per night: £64.50 - £89.50 

Cwm Moel Country & Music Holidays 

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Cwm Moel, Aberedw 

Builth Wells, Powys LD2 3UU 

Bishops 

Castle 

Clun 

Eleanor Davies 

Tel: 01982 570271 

Fax: 01982 570271 

eleanoraberedw@keme.co.uk 

www.cwmmoelcountryholidays.co.uk 


B&B per person per night: £38 - £40 DB&B per person per night: £52 

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17th Century farmhouse situated in 

peaceful, unspoilt valley, surrounded 

by excellent walks. Tastefully furnished 

en-suite bedrooms. Comfortable lounge, 

Antique furniture, TV, books, well 

equipped music room. Also ’learn to 

sing’ breaks as featured in 

‘THE TIMES’ and ‘THE GUARDIAN’. 

Private trout fi shing. Grazing for horses. 

Delicious local food. Author’s choice in 

Lonely Planet Wales Guide. 

Church 

Stretton 

A4113 

A4110 

A480 

A465 

A49 

A44 

A40 

Ludlow 

Leominster 

Hereford 

A466 

A49 

Abergavenny 

Monmouth 

A4137 

A49 

A465 

Wernhir Farmhouse B&B 

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Newbridge-on-Wye, Llandrindod Wells, Powys LD1 6HB Mrs Monica Fairclough 

Tel: 01597 860239 Web: www.wernhir.com Email: info@wernhir.com 

A warm welcome awaits you at our traditional farmhouse located in the Wye 

Valley. We offer spacious rooms all en-suite with hospitality trays & TV, welcoming 

individuals, couples and families alike. Close to the spectacular Elan Valley 

Reservoirs, kite feeding centre and the Royal Welsh Showground. Convenient to the 

Brecon Beacons and Hay-on-Wye. Brochure available. 

Rooms: 3 Open all year Short Breaks available Single per person per night: £30 - £32 


Old Vicarage Farm 

Ref.F13 

Erwood, Builth Wells Powys LD2 3SZ 

Tel: 01982 560680 Linda Williams 

linda@oldvicwyevalley.co.uk www.oldvicwyevalley.co.uk 

En suite accom/ peaceful location beautiful scenery from 

spacious attractive bedrooms with easy chairs, beverages & TV’s. 

Traditional Farmhouse breakfast bacon & sausages from our 

own pigs. Homemade bread & preserves. 


B&B per person per night: £22-£25 DB&B per person per night: £31-£35 

The Fron 

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Garth, Llangammarch Wells LD4 4BL Sylvia Davies 

Tel: 01591 620515 Mobile: 07770861995 

Email: info@thefron.net Web: www.thefron.net 

The Fron is a fi ve star Country House Hotel offering 

magnifi cent views. Three course dinner available in our 

licensed restaurant. Hot Tub to relax in. 


B&B per person per night: From £60 DBB&B per person per night: From £85 

Trecoed Farm 

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Trecoed Farm Disserth Builth Wells LD2 3TL 

Tel: 01982 552557 / 07940448196 Elsie Pugh 

Email: trecoedfarm@hotmail.com 

Warm welcome with cup of tea and freshly made cake. 

Farmhouse with traditional oak beams, relax after a days 

walking, sightseeing by an open fi re (seasonal). 

Rooms: B&B per person per night: en-suite from £25 

Open all year Evening Meals available 


Visit Wales’s Welcome Host scheme is part of a tradition of 

friendliness. This customer care scheme, open to everyone 

from staff to taxi drivers, places that emphasis on hospitality 

and fi rst-class service.

Orchard House 

Ref.E11 

Builth Wells - Self Catering 

Pwllgwilym Cottages 

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Llanafan Road, Climery, Builth Wells LD2 3NY Richard & Jane Davies 

Tel: 01982 552140 jane04@tiscali.co.uk www.pwllgwilym-cottages.co.uk 

Located just outside the village of Cilmery, a large C16th barn, that’s been converted 

into 3 holiday cottages, within a 60 acre farm. Can be opened up into one large 

unit, ideal for parties large and small, relax in our luxury hot tubs. Lovely views. 

Units: 3 (One sleeps 4, one sleeps 6 one sleeps 7) Open all year 

Per unit per week: £275 (min) - £620 (max) Short Breaks available 

The Vicarage Newbridge On Wye, Llandrindod, LD1 6LY 

Tel: 01597 860385/07968515817 Mrs Diane Jackson 

Email: the-vicarage@lineone.net 

Web: www.holidaycottageinwales.com 

Recently renovated cottage within the vicarage grounds. Beautifully 

located by the river in the picturesque village of Newbridge on Wye. 

Private driveway and gardens.No smoking. Pets Welcome. 

Units: 1 (sleeps 4-5) Per unit per week: £304 - £530 20% discount for couples 


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Brynhir Farm 

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Llandrindod Wells - Serviced 

The Metropole Hotel 

Ref.H16/I16 

Acorn Court Country House 

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Temple Street, 

Llandrindod Wells, 

Powys LD1 5DY 

Tel: 01597 823700 

Fax: 01597 824828 

Email: info@metropole.co.uk 

Web: www.metropole.co.uk 

Offering comfortable, well appointed 

bedrooms, classical cuisine with AA 

Rosette Award and superb leisure 

spa including 18m pool, sauna, 

steam room, Jacuzzi, gym and 

holistic treatments. The Metropole’s 

location is ideal for exploring the 

beautiful Mid Wales countryside 

and attractions. Golf, Bowls, Pony 

trekking nearby. Families welcome. 


B&B per person per night: £45 - £120 DB&B per person per night: £65 - £100 (min 2 night stay) 

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Chapel Road, Howey, 

Llandrindod Wells, LD1 5PB 

Tel: 01597 823543 

Sarah Duggan 

Ron & Margaret Bufton 

Email: info@acorncourt.co.uk 

Web: www.acorncourt.co.uk 

A warm welcome awaits you at this 

‘Five Star Award Winning Country 

House’ set in 50 acres. Ideal for 

relaxing, walking, bird watching or 

touring the heart of beautiful Mid 

Wales. All bedrooms en-suite with 

lounge areas, tea/coffee tray, fridge, 

TV/DVD. Howey Village ½ a mile. 

2 Golf Courses & Bowling nearby. 

Open all year 

B&B per person per night: £30 - £40 Special Rates for 2 nights & Short Breaks 

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Chapel Road, Howey, Llandrindod Wells, LD1 5PB 

Tel: 01597 822425 Mrs Ceinwen Nixon 

Email: brynhir.farm@talk21.com Web: www.brynhir.farm.btinternet.co.uk 

Luxury accommodation on working farm in magnifi cent mountain setting with 

breathtaking views; peace and tranquillity are assured here. Ideal walking area. The Kite, 

Pied Flycatchers, Redstarts, Buzzards, Barn Owls commonly seen on farm. Conducted 

badger tours. All rooms en-suite with colour televisions & beverage trays. Safe parking. 

Selected by ‘Wales Great Little Places’ & ‘Dining out in Wales’ guide. Brochure available. 

Rooms: 6 Open all year B&B per person per night: From £28 - £33 

DB&B per person per night: £40 - £45 Weekly DB&B per person: £270 - £280 

Please mention 

this brochure 

when booking 

accommodation.

Dolberthog Farm 

Ref.E10 

Highbury Farm 

Ref.E10 

Llanyre, Llandrindod Wells 

Powys LD1 6EA 

Mrs Shirley Evans 

Tel: 01597 822716 / 07896 490858 

highbury.farm@btinternet.com 

www.highbury.farm.btinternet.co.uk 

Rooms: 3 Open Jan - Nov Short breaks available 


Holly Farm 

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Spacious farmhouse one mile northwest 

of Llandrindod Wells. 

En-suite bedrooms with beverage 

trays. Guest lounge and separate 

dining room. Traditional home 

cooked meals. Large garden. 

Peaceful surroundings. Near Red 

kite Centre, reservoirs and Wye 

Valley Walks. Safe Parking. 

Bicycle storage. 

Holly Farm, Howey 

Llandrindod, Powys LD1 5PP 

Mrs Ruth Jones 

Tel: 01597 822402 

Fax: 01597 822402 

Web: www.smoothhound.co.uk 

Wonderful area for wildlife, walking, 

cycling. Near Red Kite feeding station. 

Safe parking. WTB Farmhouse award. 

A real ‘Taste of Wales’ in hospitality 

and cuisine. Brochure. Open all Year. 

Access statement available. 

Rooms: 5 Open all year Weekly rate DB&B - £265 - £285 

B&B per person per night: £26-£36 DB&B per person per night: £40 - £50 

The Bell Country Inn 

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Powys LD1 5ED 

Rooms: 3 Open all year Short Breaks Available 


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B&B Per person per night: £45 - £70 (based on 2 people sharing) 

Mrs Diane Evans 

Tel: 01597 822255 / 07879854372 

Web:www.dolberthogfarm.co.uk 

Relax and unwind in the warm 

and friendly atmosphere at our 

working farm situated in peaceful 

countryside 0.5 mile south of 

Llandrindod Wells. Enjoy a breath of 

fresh air with scenic walks, fi shing, 

wildlife and the Red Kite Centre 

nearby. Bedrooms are en-suite, T.V. 

beverage trays, safe parking. Visit 

Wales Farmhouse Award. Brochure 

available. 

Tastefully restored Tudor farmhouse on 

working farm in peaceful location. Ensuite 

bedrooms with breathtaking views 

over fi elds & woods, CTV, beverage 

trays, two lounges and log fi res. 

The Bell Country Inn, Llanyre, 

Llandrindod Wells, Powys LD16DY 

Shelley Rowlands 

Tel: 01597 823 959 

Fax: 01597 82 5618 

Email: info@bellcountryinn.co.uk 

Web: www.bellcountryinn.co.uk 

Newly owned and totally 

refurbished welcomes you to the 

Bell Country Inn. We have ten 

en-suite bedrooms all to a high 

standard. Two bars and a restaurant. 

We pride ourselves on our freshly 

prepared home cooked food. 

Lovely views. 

Three Wells Farm Guest House 

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Hillside Lodge Guest House 

Ref.F8 

Rooms: 3 Short Breaks available Open all year 

B&B per person per night: £28 - £35 (single) 

Red House Farm B&B 

Ref.E10 

Room: 2 Open all year 

B&B per person per night: £25-£35 

Cwm ˆ Edw 

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Llanbadarn Fynndd Nr. Llandrindod Wells Powys LD1 6TU 

Tel: 01597 840364 Barbara Ainsworth 

This family-run guest house offers excellent 

accommodation in an outstanding, peaceful position. 

Standing alone on the hillside looking out across the 

valley. Non-smoking only. 

Llandrindod Wells - Self Catering 

Franksbridge, Llandrindod Wells, Powys LD1 5SA 

Tel: 01982 570324 Mrs Priscilla Allaway 

Email: scilla.allaway@btinternet.com 

Very comfortable & extremely well equipped granary fl at in 

peaceful rural hamlet. Wood stove, sunny balcony, beautiful 

riverside garden. Many special touches. All within 11 acres. 

Units: 1(sleeps 4) Short Breaks available by arrangement 

Per unit per week: £150-£265 Open March - October (Other times by arrangement) 

Pippins at Neuadd Farm 

Chapel Road Howey 

Llandrindod Wells Powys LD1 5PB 

David & Lynn Cole 

Tel: 01597 824427 

Email: info@threewells.co.uk 

Web: www.threewells.co.uk 

Licensed guest house located in the 

most peaceful of settings, a haven 

of tranquillity overlooking it’s own 

lake. 

Excellent home-cooked food. 

10 Bedrooms all en-suite, some with 

private lounges. A warm welcome 

awaits you. Ample safe parking. 

Wi-Fi Internet. 

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Penybont, Llandrindod Wells LD1 5SW 

Tel: 01597 851032 Peter & Jackie Longley 

Email: jackie@neuaddfarm.fsnet.co.uk 

Web: www.neuaddfarm.co.uk 

Pippins is a superb converted Granary set in it’s own private 

garden area in the grounds of the farm, and has commanding 

views over the Ithon Valley. Historical location with no traffi c. 

Units: 1 (sleeps 4) Per unit per week: £200-£420 

Open all year Short Breaks available Nov - March 

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Holly Lane, Howey, Llandrindod Wells, Powys LD1 5PP 

Tel: 01597 824973 Email: joanadams@beeb.co.uk 

Web: www.redhouse.co.uk Joan Adams 

A lovely located country farmhouse with olde wordly 

beams and characteristics. Tea and coffee making 

facilities and colour TV.

Brynafon Hotel 

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Llanwrtyd Wells- Serviced 

Cammarch Hotel Ref.D12 

Rhayader- Serviced 

Llangammarch Wells 

Powys LD4 4BY 

Tel: 01591 610802 

Mob: 07702 301680 

Email: mail@cammarch.co.uk 

Web: www.cammarch.co.uk 

Comfortable guest accommodation 

including self catering apartments, 

tastefully furnished. Delicious home 

cooked breakfast and evening meals 

using local produce, fi ne wines 

and traditional beers, served in the 

conservatory overlooking beautiful 

2.5 acre fl oodlit garden. Activities 

include fi shing, walking, cycling, 

riding. 



Llanwrtyd Wells- Self Catering 

Cwm Irfon Lodge Cottages 

Ref.C12 

Cwm Irfon Lodge, 

Abergwesyh Road, 

Llanwrtyd Wells, Powys LD5 4TN 

Karin Palmer 

Tel: 01591 610849 

Email: karin@cwmirfon.co.uk 

Web: www.cwmirfon.co.uk 

Between Brecon Beacons and 

Cambrian Mountains, the secret 

heart of Wales. Lovely cottages for 

individuals, families and groups. 

Mountain streams, oak woods, 

wild fl owers and heather covered 

hillsides all on your doorstep. Nearby 

famously eccentric Llanwrtyd Wells, 

good food, authentic pubs and 

outdoor activities. 

Units: 4 Sleeps 1-2, 2-3 Per unit per week: Low season - £185 High Season - £250 

Open all year Sleeps 4-5 Per unit per week: Low Season - £330 High Season - £410 


Visit Wales’s Welcome Host scheme is part of a tradition of 

friendliness. This customer care scheme, open to everyone 

from staff to taxi drivers, places that emphasis on hospitality 

and fi rst-class service. 

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South Street, Rhayader, 

Powys LD6 5BL 

Mr Gerard Wilkinson 

Tel: 01597 810735 

Email: info@brynafon.co.uk 

Web: www.brynafon.co.uk 

A former Victorian workhouse 

now a unique family run hotel, 

renowned for it’s friendliness, 

comfort and excellent food. 

Set amidst breathtaking hills 

and mountains. Half mile from 

Rhayader and near the beautiful 

Elan Valley and Lakes. 


B&B per person per night: From £34 - £52 DB&B per person per night: £58 - 76 

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Brynteg B&B 

Ref.D9 

Rooms: 3 Open all year (ex Christmas) 

B&B per person per night: £24 

Riverside Lodge 

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Dyffryn Farm Cottages 

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Brynteg, East Street, Rhayader, Powys LD6 5EA 

Tel: 01597 810052 Mandy Pearce 

Email: bryntegbandb@hotmail.co.uk 

Although only 200m from town centre, the picturesque 

hills provide a stunning backdrop to this relaxing guest 

house, offering warm & friendly hospitality for over 25 years. 

Rhayader- Self Catering 

Nannerth Country Holidays 

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Open all year Short breaks available 

Nannerth Fawr 

Rhayader 

Powys LD6 5HA 

Andre Gallagher 

Tel: 01597 811121 

Tel: 07799 600836 

Email: info@nannerth.co.uk 

Web: www.nannerth.co.uk 

Delightful farm cottages, with log 

burners and stunning views. 

Our 200 acre traditional hill farm is 

next to the Wye and Elan Valleys. 

Spectacular walks, fi shing, bird 

watching and cycling on the 

doorstep. See conservation, farming, 

wildlife and farmyard animals close 

up. Play area, games room, tree 

house, badger watching, falconry. 

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Llanwrthwl Llandrindod Wells LD1 6NU 

Tel: 01597 811017 Mrs Gaynor Tyler 

Email: stay@dyffrynfarm.co.uk Web: www.dyffrynfarm.co.uk 

Dyffryn Cottages offer relaxing and characterful 

accommodation with wood burners in a beautiful location. 

Ideal for walking, bird watching, cycling, exploring this 

unspoiled area of “Wild Wales”. Bed & Breakfast available. 

Units: 2 Sleeps 2-6 Open all year 

Per unit per week:£210 - £420 Short Breaks available 

Red Kite Cottage 

Ref.D9 

Units: 1 Sleeps 4 Open all year 

Per unit per week:£225 / £300 

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Elan Valley, Rhayader LD6 5HL Gill O’Shea 

Tel: 01597 810770 Email: riversidelodge2@aol.com 

Web: www.riversidelodge.biz 

Spectacular location overlooking River Elan. Peaceful and 

friendly. Home cooking; licensed; en-suite available; ground 

fl oor accommodation; gardens; car park. Ideal for walking, 

bird watching, cycling. 


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Gigrin Farm, South Street, Rhayader, LD6 5BL 

Tel: 01597 810243 Fax: 01597 810357 Lena Powell 

Email: accom@gigrin.co.uk Web: www.gigrin.co.uk 

Gigrin offers a homely atmosphere with stunning views 

overlooking ‘Wye Valley’ near the beautiful Elan Valley. 

Red Kite feeding and Wildlife interpretive centre. 

Kites fed daily. 

Walkers & Cyclists Welcome 

Walkers and cycling enthusiasts should look out for 

these signs. They are displayed by places which have 

undertaken to provide features which walkers and 

cyclists always fi nd welcome.

Area 3 

Brecon 

Beacons 

8 

9 

10 

11 

12 

13 

14 

15 

Tywi 

16 

National Park 

17 

The Coach House 

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Blaencar Farm 

Ref.D14 

A485 A485 

Afon Afon Afon Afon Teifi Teifi Teifi Teifi 

A483 A483 A483 A483 A483 

A4120 

Pumsaint 

A482 A482 



Llandovery 

Llandeilo 

A4069 A4069 A4069 A4069 A4069 A4069 A4069 

C A M B R 

A4067 

A40 

Ystradgynlais 

R Wye / A Gwy 

A483 

Llanwrtyd 

Wells 

A470 

Elan Valley 

River Usk 

A4215 

B4358 

B4519 

Rhayader 

A470 

A44 

Builth 

Wells 

B4520 

Brecon 


NATIONAL PARK 

Brec on - Serviced 

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A470 

A483 

B4356 

A481 

Talgarth 

A479 

A488 

A438 

A44 

Crickhowell 

B4355 

Presteigne 



Monmo uthshire and Brecon 


Knighton 

Hayon-Wye 

12-13 Orchard Street, Brecon LD3 8AN Marc Hopkins or Tony Davies 

Tel: (booking line): 0844 3571 301 Text Booking Service: 07974 328437 

Email: info@coachhousebrecon.com Web: www.coachhousebrecon.com 

The coach House is a delightful boutique B&B that is perfectly placed to explore 

this ancient countryside. 

The service is absolutely fi rst class. If you enjoy being pampered you’ll be in 

heaven here. All the rooms in this converted townhouse are furnished to the 

very highest standards. They are also equipped with en-suite bathrooms and 

colour TV as well as all the other modern facilities you would expect of a 

place of this high calibre of accommodation. The food is of a quality to match, 

with excellent local fare served up every morning. Finally, if you want to take 

your de-stressing to the next level with a full holistic massage by the resident 

therapist, who is available here too. Allow yourself to be soothed like never 

before with a massage or some refl exology treatment. 

“ My tastes are simple. I am always satisfi ed with the best” Oscar Wilde 


B&B per person per night: From £35 ( based on 2 people sharing) 

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Sennybridge Brecon 

Powys LD3 8HA 

Carol Morgan 

Tel: 01874 636610 

Email: carol@blaencar.co.uk 

Web: www.blaencar.co.uk 

A4112 A4112 

A438 A438 

Enjoy a warm Welsh welcome on 

a traditional working farm in the 

heart of Brecon Beacons National 

Park. Charming en-suite bedrooms 

or luxurious suite with draped 

Four-poster bed. Friendly country 

pubs, 15 mins walk. ideal base 

for relaxation, cycling, walking, 

touring in unspoilt countryside. 

A4113 

A4110 

A480 

A465 

A44 

A40 

Ludlow 

Leominster 

Hereford 

A466 

A49 

Abergavenny 

Monmouth 

Bridge House B&B 

A4137 

A49 

Ref.E14 

A465 

Bridge House Lower Chapel 

Brecon Powys LD3 9RE 

J & C Prosser 

Tel: 01874 690311 / 07875244619 

Email: 

info@bridgehousebrecon.co.uk 

Web: 

www.bridgehousebrecon.co.uk 

Beautifully situated in the scenic 

Honddu Valley north of Brecon, a 

Grade II Listed country house with 

river frontage. Tastefully furnished 

rooms all with private facilities. 

Dine on delicious home cooked 

food using the best local produce. 



Bryn Y Fedwen Farm 

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Trallong Common, Sennybridge, Brecon LD3 8HW Tel: 01874636505 

farmstay@brynyfedwen.co.uk Web: www.brynyfedwen.co.uk Mrs Mary Adams 

Enjoy peace and quiet on welcoming family run, upland farm. With spectacular 

views of the Brecon Beacons, farm walks and wildlife. Spacious en-suite bedrooms 

and cosy lounge in 18th Century farmhouse. Situated between Brecon and 

Sennybridge, 1.5 miles north of A40. 

Rooms: 2 Open April to December 

B&B per person per night: From £30 - £35 

Canal Bank 

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Cantre Selyf 

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Rooms: 3 Open all year (except Christmas & New Year) 


Ty Gardd Canal Bank 

Brecon, Powys LD3 7HG 

Peter & Barbara Jackson 

Tel: 01874 623464 

Tel: 07929369149 

Email: enquiries@accommodationbreconbeacons.co.uk 

Web: www.accommodationbreconbeacons.co.uk 

Air-spa baths 

Big comfy beds 

Goose down duvets 

Locally produced fare - home made 

bread etc. 

Quiet yet convenient. 

Short stroll to the town centre 

Cantre Selyf, 5 Lion Street, 

Brecon, Powys LD3 7AU 

Mrs Helen Roberts 

Tel: 01874 622904 

Email: enquiries@cantreselyf.co.uk 

Web: www.cantreselyf.co.uk 

Stylish accommodation in one of 

Brecon’s oldest houses. Quiet yet 

central location. Own parking off 

road. Wide choice of breakfast 

organic and local produce our 

speciality. 

Secluded walled garden, short walk 

to restaurants, cinema and theatre.

Felin Glais 

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Felin Glais ,Aberyscir, Brecon 

Powys LD3 9NP 

Mrs Chris Arthur 

Tel: 01874 623107 

Fax: 01874 623107 

Email: felinglais@keme.co.uk 

Web: www.felinglais.co.uk 

Wake up to the sound of bird song 

and the ripple of the stream. We 

welcome you as part of the family to 

our beautiful barn and beast house. 

Children and dogs welcome. 

Finalist in the Wales National 

Tourism Awards 2007/2008. 

Rooms: 4 B&B per room night: £75 - £85 

Open all year DB&B additional per person: £35 (Fri & Sat only) 

The Griffi n Inn 

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B&B per person per night £60.00 

Lodge Farm 

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The Griffi n Inn, Llyswen, 

Brecon, Powys LD3 0UR 

AWAITING GRADING 

Corrinne or Clive Marshall 

Tel: 01874 754241 

Web: www.griffi ninnllyswen.co.uk 

This ivy-clad, fi shing and 

hunting Inn dates back to 1467. 

With its original beams and log 

fi replaces offers excellent home 

cooked food, real ales and six 

cosy en-suite letting bedrooms. 

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Talgarth Brecon 

Powys LD3 0DP 

Marion Meredith 

Tel: 01874 711244 

Fax: 01874 711244 

Email: marionlodgefarm@fwi.co.uk 

Welcome to our 18th century home 

sharing it’s comfort. Interesting 

family treasures and warm 

hospitality, en-suite bedrooms with 

mountain views, country style 

garden quietly situated within the 

Brecon Beacons National Park. 

Local and own produce used to 

create delicious breakfasts. Working 

sheep farm producing hand crafted 

sheep’s cheese. 



Old Radnor Barn 

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Station Yard, Talgarth 

Brecon, Powys LD3 0PE 

Lynne Groves 

Tel: 01874 712102 / 07796953904 

Email:groves@oldradnorbarn.com 

Web: www.oldradnorbarn.com 

Croeso! Welcome to the Old Radnor 

Barn, a 16th century Grade II Listed barn, 

where we offer a quality experience 

of food & fl exible accommodation. 

Ideally situated for all outdoor activities 

including; walking; cycling; pony 

trekking gliding; golf together with a full 

range of water sports. Close to Brecon, 

Hay-on-Wye & Abergavenny, with good 

access to other areas such as West Wales, 

Mid Wales & the Marches. Experience 

the real Wales; castle; choir & industrial 

/ archaelogical tours arranged. Pick up & 

drop off service to all transportation hubs 

available. 

Rooms: 3 Short breaks available Family Room: from £90 ( 3 sharing) 

Dbl/T B&B per room: £60-£80 Single B&B: From £45 low season 

Maeswalter B&B 

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Heol Senni, Nr. Brecon Powys LD3 8SU Mrs Joy Mayo 

Tel: 01874 636629 Email: joy@maeswalter.fsnet.co.uk 

Web: www.maeswalter.co.uk 

17th Century farmhouse set in a peaceful hamlet with 

picturesque views of the Senni Valley. Accommodation provides 

a friendly & relaxing place to stay. Disabled holiday cottage. 


B&B pppn: £29 - £35 DB&B pppn: £45 - £50 

Plough & Harrow Inn 

Ref.G14 

Rooms: 2 April - December 

B&B per person per night: £25-£30 

The Old Mill 

Ref.E14 

Rooms: 3 Open: March - October 

B&B per person per night: £25 -£30 

Upper Middle Road Farm 

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Felin Fach Brecon Powys LD3 0UB 

Tel: 01874 622709 Susan Warren 

Email: c.loveday2@ukonline.co.uk 

Village Inn offering comfortable en-suite accommodation, four 

miles north Brecon on the A470 within easy reach of local 

attractions and amenities: Golf, fi shing, trekking, walking. 

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Felinfach Brecon Powys LD3 0UB 

Tel: 01874 625385 Pamela Boxhall 

Mob: 07909 743963 

A 16th Century converted corn mill, peacefully situated in 

it’s own grounds. Ideal for walking and touring the Brecon 

Beacons, Black Mountains and Hay-on-Wye. 

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Boughrood Brecon Powys LD3 0BX Karen Kelleher 

Tel: 01874 754407 Email: info@uppermiddleroad.co.uk 

Web: www.uppermiddleroad.co.uk 

Quiet location. Panoramic mountain views. Friendly, homely 

atmosphere. Interesting meals using own produce from farm 

& garden. En-suite. Interests: Spinning, conservation. Hay on 

Wye 7m. 

Rooms: 2 Open all year ex Christmas 

B&B per person per night: £26-£28 DB&B per person per night: £38- £43

Brec on - Self Catering 

Brecon Beacons Holiday Cottages 

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Brynoyre, Talybont-on-Usk, Brecon, Powys LD3 7YS 

Tel: 01874 676446 / 01874 676416 

Email: enquiries@breconcottages.com 

Web: www.breconcottages.com 

Wide selection of cottages in wonderful unspoilt locations throughout the 

Brecon Beacons National Park, Black Mountains, Wye Valley and Golden 

Valley. Delightful riverside cottages and isolated mountain farmhouses, 

warm and comfortable with oak beams and open fi res. 

Ideal location for walking, pony trekking, golf, mountain biking, climbing, 

bird watching and touring. Red Kite country. Nearby inns have good food, 

real ales and open fi res. Pets welcome. 

Free brochure available. 

Sleeps between: 2 – 40 people Open all year 

Per unit per week: £170 - £1750 Short breaks available: 3 nights £160 - £1100 

Carno Farm 

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Libanus Brecon 

Powys LD3 8NF 

Mrs June Scarbrough 

Tel: 01874 625630 

Fax: 01874 610345 

enquiries@carnofarmbrecon.co.uk 

www.carnofarmbrecon.co.uk 

Beautifully restored and furnished 

17th Century barns and cottages 

with direct access onto the Beacons. 

Each property has 2 bedrooms, 2 

bathrooms, lounge fully fi tted and 

equipped kitchen, use of heated 

indoor pool (extra charge). 

Pets welcome. 

Units: 3 (Sleeps 4 - 5 per cottage) Open all year Short breaks available 

Per unit per week: £290 - £560 2 nights: £190 - £275 

Cantref Coach House 

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The Coach House Cantref House Cantref 

Brecon LD3 8LR Tel: 01874 665668 Fax: 01874 610325 

cantrefhouse@aol.com Sheila Jenkins 

www.cantrefcoachhouse.wales4you.co.uk 

Newly renovated. Warm and comfortable. Situated in the 

foothills of the Brecon Beacons within the heart of the 

countryside. Walking, cycling and riding from the doorstep. 

Unit: 1 Open all year 

Per unit per week: £260 - £360 Each unit sleeps: 2 - 4 


Gwydre Farm Cottage 

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Gwydre, Llanddeusant, Llangadog Carms SA19 9YS 

Tel: 01550 740242 Mrs Delyth Price 

Email: enquiries@gwydre.co.uk Web: www.gwydre.co.uk 

Spacious well equipped cottage situated on an award winning 

working farm surrounded by breathtaking scenery, relax at the 

end of the day in front of the inglenook fi re or in the hot spa. 

Units: 1 ( sleeps 6 people + cot) Open all year 

Short breaks available Per unit per week: £125 - £550 

Old Vicarage Cottage 

Ref.F14 

Llangorse, Brecon LD3 7UB Mrs Anderson 

Tel: 01874 658639 Fax: 01874 658161 

Email: maryanderson@oldvic45.orangehome.co.uk 

A Full self-contained semi-detached cottage situated in a lovely 

quiet area. Has a large garden and is close to the beautiful lake 

and pubs. Ideal for sailing, fi shing, pony trekking and walking. 


Open all year Short Breaks available Nov 08 - 31.3.09 

Orchard Cottage 

Ref.F14 

Upper House Farm Tredomen Brecon LD3 0RL 

Tel: 01874 658269 Mrs Marion Powell 

Email: marion@orchardcott.co.uk 

Web: www.orchardcott.co.uk 

Comfortable 17th Century detached beamed cottage. Perfect location 

for outdoor activities, touring or simply relaxing. Heating, electric, 

linen and towels inclusive. Brochure available/detailed website. 

Units: 1 (sleeps 2 - 4 plus cot) Per unit per week: £200 - £375 

Short Breaks available (Nov-Feb only) £150 Open all year 

Pentwyn Cottage 

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Pentwyn Pencelli Brecon Powys LD3 7LX 

Tel: 01874 665487 / 07970619737 Mrs B Hobday 

Email: barbara.hobday@btopenworld.com 

Peacefully situated cottage overlooking canal, on 20 acre 

smallholding in beautiful Usk Valley. Cosy accommodation, 

all modern facilities, washing machine, TV, video. Walks, 5 

mins from village pub. 

Units: 1 Open all year Short breaks available 

Per unit per week: £255 - £405 

Tir Isaf 

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Units: 1 (sleeps up to 6) Open all year 

Per unit per week: £380 - £575 Short Breaks available 

Wern-y-Marchog Properties 

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Tir Isaf, Trallong, Brecon LD3 8HP Emma McColl 

Tel: 02079 244340 Mob: 07956 544052 

Email: markcallaway@btconnect.com 

Web: www.breconbarn.co.uk 

Newly renovated, stunning barn conversion hidden amongst 

rolling hills. Three bedrooms, large kitchen, wood burning 

stove. In National Park 3 miles from the Visitor Centre. 

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Owl Barn Wern-y-Marchog Cantref Brecon LD3 8LW 

Tel: 01874 665329 / 07977337523 Ann Phillips 

enquiries@wernymarchog.co.uk www.wernymarchog.co.uk 

In the foothills of the Brecon Beacons, recently refurbished, 

exceptionally well equipped quality accommodation. 

Cleanliness guaranteed. Perfect for walkers. Ideal base for 

touring/cycling/activities. 

Units: 3 (sleeps 2/4/6 - 7 persons) Per unit per week: £180 - £630 

Open all year Short/mid week and weekend breaks available 

Pencelli Castle Caravan & Camping Park 

Tariff: Please telephone or see website 

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Pencelli Brecon Powys LD3 7LX 

Tel: 01874 665451 

Email: pencelli@tiscali.co.uk 

Web: www.pencelli-castle.com 

Peacefully set at the foothills of the Brecon 

Beacons and within walking distance of the 

highest peaks. Adjoining Brecon Canal and 

the Taff Cycle Trail. Village pub 150 yards. 

Shop, hard standings, serviced pitches, 

and luxurious shower block. Also red deer, 

vintage farm machinery & children’s play 

area. WiFi. Assistance dogs only. Closed 

- Dec 3rd to Dec 30th. 

2008 to 04 Wales in Bloom Winner 

2008 Loo of the Year National Winner Wales 

2008 David Bellamy Gold Award 

2006 & 02 AA Best Campsite in Wales 

2005 & 03 National Tourism Awards Winner

Black Mountain Caravan Park 

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Caravan: from £9 Tents: from £4.50 

Short Breaks available Open all year 

The Angel Hotel 

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Ty Croeso Hotel 

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Crickhowell - Serviced 

The Dardy Crickhowell Powys NP8 1PU 

Tel: 01873 810573 Linda Jarrett 

Email: info@ty-croeso.co.uk Web: www.ty-croeso.co.uk 

Historic family-run hotel with magnifi cent views of Black 

Mountains. A warm welcome, renowned Welsh cuisine, 

fi ne wines. Ideal for walking and cycling the Brecon 

Beacons and beyond. 

Rooms: 8 Open all year B&B per person per night: £35 - £65 

Short Breaks available DB&B per person: £55 - £80 (min 2 night stay) 

Pregge Mill 

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GOLD 

Crickhowell - Self Catering 

Units: 1 (each unit sleeps 2-4) Open all year 

Per unit per week: £270 - £350 Short Breaks available 

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Pregge Lane Crickhowell Powys NP8 1SE 

Tel: 01873 811157 Fax: 01873 811157 

Email: info@preggemill.com Web: www.preggemill.com 

Beautifully restored mill cottage in area of outstanding 

beauty overlooking Crickhowell. Panoramic views. Feature 

spiral staircase, double glazing, oak fl oor. Central for 

walking, fi shing, pubs, restaurants, trekking etc. 

Hay-on-Wye - Self Catering 

Highbrook Farm Cottages 

Ref.G10 

New Radnor, Presteigne Powys LD8 2TG 

Tel: 01544 350670 Mob: 07977519847 

Email: kinsey_9@hotmail.com Olwen Kinsey-Jones 

Web: www.highbrookcottages.co.uk 

Three lovely separate secluded cottages. Every convenience, 

log fi res, 4-poster bed, games room, stream through garden. 

Sorry no pets. Near Offa’s Dyke. Brochure on request. 

Units: 3 (Each sleeps 4 to 6) Per unit per week: £200 - £550 


Lane Farm 

Ref.G12 

Llangatog Llanddeusant Carmarthenshire SA19 9YG 

Tel: 01550 740217 

Email: davidandsharon@blackmountainholidays.co.uk 

Web: www.blackmountainholidays.co.uk 

Our park offers static caravans, touring and tent pitches. 

Our main camping fi eld has glorious views over Fan 

Brycheiniog. 

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15 Cross Street, Abergavenny, 

Monmouthshire, NP7 5EN 

William Griffi ths 

Tel: 01873 857121 

Fax: 01873 858059 

mail@angelhotelabergavenny.com 

www.angelhotelabergavenny.com 

Historic coaching Inn refurbished 

with art and antiques; also Castle 

Lodge for four people. Surrounded 

by market, castle and independent 

shops. Stylish restaurant and 

courtyard. Wine Spectator ‘Award 

of Excellence’. Tea Guild ‘Award 

of Excellence’ for afternoon teas. 

Complimentary Wi Fi. 


B&B Per double room per night: £85 - £130 DB&B Per double room per night: £141 - £186 

Lane Farm, Painscastle, Builth Wells LD2 3JS 

Tel: 01497 851605 Mrs Evelyn Bally 

Email: lanefarm@onetel.com Web: www.lane.farm.co.uk 

Self-catering appartments on Radnorshire working farm 

near Hay-on-Wye, the heart of Kilvert Country. A warm 

welcome for you and your dog. Brochure available. 

Units: 2 (One sleeps up to 11, one sleeps 2-4) Open all year 

Per unit per week: £180- £670 Short Breaks available 

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MID WALES TOURISM 

TWRISTIAETH CANOLBARTH CYMRU 

Tel: 0870 770 8868 Web:www.yha.org.uk 

YHA Brecon, Danywenallt and Llwyn-y-Celyn offer 

quality accommodation and friendly service. Private 

family rooms, dormitory beds and 24 hour access. 

Delicious meals prepared with locally sourced 

ingredients and a selection of organic wine and beers 

are available. Ideal for cycling and walking.

A Truly access ible part of Wales 

By Plane 

The closest international airports are 

located in Cardiff, 

Bristol, Liverpool (John Lennon), 

Manchester and Birmingham. 

By Train 

Via The Heart of Wales Line - 

Shrewsbury to Swansea 

(with stops including Knighton, 

Llandrindod Wells and Llanwrtyd 

Wells). 

Via The Cambrian Line - 

Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth 

(with stops including Welshpool, 

Newtown, Caersws and Machynlleth). 

National Rail Enquiries: 

08457 484950 

www.nationalrail.co.uk 

By Coach 

National Express Coaches has stops 

throughout the region. 

Telephone: 08705 808080 

www.nationalexpress.com 

Public Travel Information 

To request a Powys Travel Guide, 

containing detailed public transport 

information for this area. 

Contact: 0845 6076060 

Traveline: 0870 6082608 

(8am-8pm, 7 days a week) 

www.traveline-cymru.org. 

Freedom of Wales Flex i Pass 

It’s just what it says - one ticket that 

gives you the freedom to travel on 

all of Wales’s mainline train services 

and almost every bus.; service, also 

offering discounted admissions to 

major attractions. It’s great value and 

highly practical too. 

Available for 8 and 15 day periods. 

Advance Booking necessary. 

Telephone 01766 512340 

or visit www.walesfl exipass.com 

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A496 A496 A496 

Tywi Tywi 

A493 A493 

A483 A483 A483 

A485 A485 

Afon Afon Teifi Teifi 

SNOWDONIA 

A493 A493 A493 A493 

A487 A487 

A470 A470 

Aberystwyth 

A4120 A4120 

Pumsaint 

A482 A482 

A487 

A487 

A44 A44 

Llandovery 

Llandeilo 

A4069 A4069 A4069 

A474 A474 

A470 A470 A470 

Afon 

A494 A494 

Dolgellau 

Mallwyd 

Dyfi 

A489 

Machynlleth 

A470 

A4067 

A40 

LlynTegid 

Llyn Clywedog 

R Wye / A Gwy 

A483 

Llanwrtyd 

Wells 

Sennybridge 

Ystradgynlais 

A4215 


A470 

A470 

Y 

Bala 

Berwyn 

B4358 

B4519 

River Usk 

B4393 

A470 

Llangurig 

Lake Vyrnwy 


Elan Valley 


NATIONAL PARK 

R R Taff Taff 

A470 

B4391 

B4395 

A458 

Llanidloes 

Rhayader 

Llanfair 

Caereinion 

A44 

Builth 

Wells 

B4520 

Brecon 


Waterfall 

B4389 

A470 


Llanfyllin 

A483 

A495 

Newtown 

B4356 

A481 

Talgarth 

Llanrhaeadr 

A465 A465 

A479 

A488 

B4580 

B4396 

Montgomery 

A483 

R Severn 

A438 

A495 

A44 

A483 

Welshpool 

A490 

Crickhowell 

A5 A5 

A4111 A4111 

A488 A488 

B4355 

Presteigne 



Monmo uthshire and Brecon 



Knighton 

Hay- 

on-Wye 

Ellesmere 

Oswestry 

Kington 

River River Wye Wye 

A5 A5 

A458 A458 

A488 A488 A488 

Bishops 

Clun 

Castle 

A4112 A4112 

A438 A438 

A528 A528 

A4113 A4113 

A4110 A4110 

A480 A480 

A465 A465 

A495 A495 A495 A495 

Church 

Stretton 

A49 A49 

A44 A44 

A466 

A49 

A40 A40 

Wem 

A49 

Shrewsbury 

Ludlow 

Leominster 

Hereford 

Abergavenny 

Monmouth 

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Discover Wales . . . 

The Isle of Anglesey 

A place like no other, Anglesey 

offers unparalleled beauty, amazing 

adventures, serious solitude and 

warm welcome. Easily accessible; 

this unique Island, with its 

coastline, varied beaches and 

historical towns make it a superb 

base for all the family. Those that 

have visited need not be told. They 

just return…. 

Tel 01248 713177 or 01407 762622 

email: tourism@anglesey.gov.uk 

www.visitanglesey.com. 

Llandudno, Colwyn Bay 

Vibrant Llandudno, the Victorian 

seaside gem. World Heritage 

Conwy. Waterfront adventure at 

Colwyn Bay. Year round breaks, 

fi lled with fun, good food, great 

walking and world-class theatre. All 

within easy reach of Snowdonia. 

Tel: +44 (0) 1492 876413 

Email: llandudnotic@conwy.gov.uk 

www.visitllandudno.org.uk 

Rhyl and Prestatyn 

Among the best recognised British 

seaside resorts. Fabulous awardwinning 

beaches with a range of 

family friendly attractions, events 

and activities. Walk the Offa’s Dyke 

path in Prestatyn. An hour’s drive 

from Merseyside and the West 

Midlands. 

Tel 01745 344515/355068 

email: rhyl.tic@denbighshire.gov.uk 

www.rhyl-prestatyn.co.uk 

The North Wales Borderlands 

Short journey: very different place. 

At less than 20 minutes from 

Chester. We’re just a hop and a skip 

from the North West and the West 

Midlands. From the bustling shops 

and nightlife of Wrexham to the 

culinary delights of the Mold food 

and drink festival to the worldfamous 

Llangollen International 

Eisteddfod. 100% Wales on your 

doorstep! 

Tel 01352 759331 

email: borderlands@mail.com 

www.northwalesborderlands.co.uk 

Snowdonia Mountains and Coast/ 

Eryri Mynyddoedd a Môr 

An exciting destination that 

includes the Snowdonia National 

Park, Ll�n Peninsula and Cambrian 

Coastline. A wide choice of quality 

accommodation, attractions and 

activities – castles, narrow-gauge 

railways, golf, cycling, walking, 

World Heritage Site, Areas of 

Outstanding Natural Beauty and 

Heritage Coast. Open all year…. 

Tel 01341 281485 (24hr) 

email: tourism@gwynedd.gov.uk 

www.visitsnowdonia.info 

Ceredigion – Cardigan Bay 

Some of the UK’s fi nest coast and 

countryside. Holiday areas include 

Aberporth, Tresaith, Llangrannog, 

New Quay, Aberaeron, Aberystwyth, 

Borth, Cardigan, the Teifi Estuary and 

Valley, Devil’s Bridge and Cambrian 

Mountains. Popular pursuits include 

mountain biking, cycling, walking, 

sailing and angling. 

Tel 01970 612125 

email: brochure@ceredigion.gov.uk 

www.tourism.ceredigion.gov.uk 

Pembrokeshire 

Choose between lively Tenby and 

Saundersfoot or peaceful St Davids 

and Newport. No other county in 

the UK has more Blue Flag Award 

beaches, all set in the magnifi cent 

Pembrokeshire Coast National 

Park. Perfect for outdoor activities 

or just relaxing. 

Tel 08705 103103 

tourism@pembrokeshire.gov.uk 

www.visitpembrokeshire.com 

Carmarthenshire – 

the Garden of Wales 

Find out what inspired Dylan 

Thomas at his Boathouse. Visit our 

traditional market towns, some 

dating back to Roman times. Cycle 

or walk the 12½-mile (20km) 

Millennium Coast Park, or sample 

many other outdoor activities, 

including pony trekking, golf and 

watersports. 

Tel 01267 231557 

tourism@carmarthenshire.gov.uk 

www.visitcarmarthenshire.co.uk 

Swansea Bay, Mumbles, Gower, 

Afan and the Vale of Neath 

Unwind in the UK’s fi rst Area of 

Outstanding Natural Beauty, relax 

on award-winning beaches, and 

explore unspoilt countryside. 

Some of the UK’s best locations for 

walking, cycling, watersports and 

golf, together with Swansea, Wales’ 

Waterfront City. 

Tel 01792 468321 

tourism@swansea.gov.uk 

www.visitswanseabay.com 

Wisdom and Walks in the Valleys 

of South Wales 

A stunning landscape perfect 

for walking, cycling and other 

activities in a region steeped in 

heritage and history. A World 

Heritage Site, Wales’ largest castle, 

Britain’s most haunted manor plus 

Jazz and Blues Festivals for your 

enjoyment. 

Tel 09 2088 0011 

tourism@caerphilly.gov.uk 

www.wisdomandwalks.co.uk 

Cardiff 

The capital of Wales has unique 

attractions, top-class entertainment 

– and quality shopping with a 

difference. Cardiff Castle, the 

Millennium Stadium, National 

Museum Cardiff and Wales 

Millennium Centre combined 

with Cardiff Bay offer indoor 

and outdoor entertainment for 

everyone. 

Tel 08701 211258 

visitor@cardiff.gov.uk 

www.visitcardiff.com 

The Glamorgan Heritage Coast 

and Countryside 

The dramatic Heritage Coast and 

popular resorts of Barry Island and 

Porthcawl are fringed by lovely 

Vale countryside and green hills. 

Discover the special character 

of an area steeped in history 

– and it’s close to Cardiff, Wales’ 

cosmopolitan capital. 

Tel 01446 709328 or 01656 672928 

tourism@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk 

tourism@bridgend.gov.uk 

www.valeofglamorgan.gov.uk 

www.visitbridgend.com 


The Wye Valley and Vale of Usk 

Tamed by the Normans, admired 

by Wordsworth, painted by Turner, 

cherished by locals. Dotted with 

castles, hallmarked by market 

towns, overfl owing with fi shing and 

world-class golf. Alive with festivals 

of food, music and country life. 

Bursting with generous hospitality. 

Tel 01633 644842 

tourism@monmouthshire.gov.uk 

www.visitwyevalley.com 

ACTIVITIES FOR ALL 

Wales is the UK’s activity capital. 

Find out more with the help of 

these FREE action-packed guides 

and take a look at the websites. 

Wales Active 

We’ve crammed in as much as 

we can, with sections covering 

Wales on foot, wheels and water. 

As well as maps, web links, phone 

numbers and a directory of over 

170 activity businesses. 

www.visitwales.com/active 

Fishing 

Wales’s 750-mile coastline and 

countless rivers and lakes all add 

up to a paradise for sea, game and 

coarse fi shing. 

www.fi shing.visitwales.com 

Golf Wales 

The secret’s out! More and more 

players are discovering and 

thoroughly enjoying golf as it 

should be’ in Wales. 

www.golfasitshouldbe.com 

Holiday Area brochures 

For FREE copies of any THREE Holiday Area brochures please tick the appropriate 

boxes and send to: Visit Wales, Dept E11, PO Box 1, Cardiff CF24 2XN 

®The Isle of Anglesey ®Llandudno & Colwyn Bay ®Rhyl & Prestatyn 

®The North Wales Borderlands ®Ceredigion - Cardigan Bay 

®Snowdonia Mountains & Coast/Eryri Mynyddoedda Môr 

®Pembrokeshire ®Ceredigion - Cardigan Bay 

®Carmarthenshire - the Garden of Wales 

®Swansea Bay, Mumbles. Gower, Afan & the Vale of Neath 

®Wisdom & Walks in the Valleys of South Wales ®Cardiff 

®The Glamorgan Heritage Coast & Countryside ®Wye Valley & Vale of Usk 

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Visit Wales Activity Guides 

For FREE copies of any TWO of the activity guides please tick the 

appropriate boxes 

and send to: Visit Wales, Dept F11, PO Box 1, Cardiff CF24 2XN 

®Adventure Wales ®Cycling Wales ®Fishing Wales 

®Golf Wales ®Mountain Biking ®Walking Wales 

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Tourist Information Centres in Powys 

Canolfannau Croeso Ym Mhowys 

Brecon / Aberhonddu 

The Market Car Park 

Brecon LD3 9DA 

01874 622485 

brectic@powys.gov.uk 

Builth Wells / Llanfair-Ym-Muallt 

Groe Car Park 

Builth Wells LD2 3BL 

01982 553307 

builtic@powys.gov.uk 

Machynlleth 

Royal House, Penrallt Street 

Machynlleth SY20 8AJ 

01654 702401 

mactic@powys.gov.uk 

Welshpool / Y Trallwng 

The Vicarage Gardens 

Car Park, Church Street 

01938 552043 

weltic@powys.gov.uk 

Presteigne / Llanandras 

The Shire Hall 

Presteigne LD8 2AW 

01544 260650 

presteignetic@powys.gov.uk 

Knighton / Tref-Y-Clawdd 

Offa’s Dyke Centre, West Street 

Knighton LD7 1EW 

01547 528753 

oda@offasdyke.demon.co.uk 

Crickhowell / Crughywel 

Beaufort Street 

Crickhowell 

01873 812105 

tic@crickhowellinfo.org.uk 

Hay -on-Wye / Y Gelli Gandryll 

Craft Centre 

Hay-on-Wye, HR3 5AE 

01497 820144 

post@hay-on-wye.co.uk 

Llanwrtyd Wells / Llanwrtyd 

Ty Barcud 

Llanwrtyd Wells LD3 4RB 

01591610666 

llanwrtydtouristinformation@yahoo.co.uk 

Talgarth / Talgarth 

The Tower Shop 

Talgarth LD3 OBW 

01874 712226 

help@talgarthtic.demon.co.uk 

Elan Valley Visitor Centre / Canolfan 

Ymwelwyr Cwm Elan 

Elan Valley Visitor Centre 

Rhayader LD6 5HP 

01597 810898 

info@elanvalley.org.uk 

There will be Tourist Information available at Customer Access Points within the following towns; 

Llandrindod Wells, Newtown, Rhayader and Llanidloes.Bydd Gwybodaeth i Dwristiaid ar gael yn y mannau 

gwasanaethau cwsmer yn y trefi canlynol; Llandrindod, Y Drenewydd, Rhaeadr Gwy and Llanidloes

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