Elan Valley Trail
The Elan Valley Trail is a scenic walking and cycling route in the Elan Valley of Wales. The trail follows the course of the River Elan, taking in a variety of landscapes and passing by a number of historical sites.…
Nature
Glyndwr’s Way
Glyndwr’s Way is a long-distance footpath located right on our doorstep, named after Owain Glyndŵr, the last native Welsh person to hold the title of Prince of Wales. The path is approximately 100 miles (160 km) long, stretching from Knighton…
Fishing
Fishing is possible on some of the local lakes, such as Llyngwyn, and on the Rivers Wye and Severn. Permits are available from the newsagents in Rhayader. Further details can be found on the Rhayader Angling Association website.
Fungi Forays in Mid Wales
Britain has the perfect climate for some of the most delicious wild mushrooms known to man. They grow in our woods, pastures and hedges by the bucketful, right on the doorstep of the Mid Wales Bunkhouse, yet almost all of…
Bryn Titli circular
This route starts at the Wood House Farm, passing through the village of Pant Y Dwr, and heading off up the beautiful Tawelan valley. It then climbs to high moorland and the Bryn Titli wind farm. From there it crosses…
Rhayader via Gilfach and the Elan.
This is an interesting and varied route of 9 or 10 miles. It is of moderate difficulty with two quite steep ascents, one fairly short, the other a little longer.Walkers should be properly equipped with stout walking boots and appropriate…
Elan Valley
Rhayader is just 5 miles away and is a small market town with a full range of traditional shops, cafes and leisure centre. It is also the gateway to the spectacular Elan Valley with its huge reservoirs built by the…
Gilfach Nature Reserve
The Gilfach Nature Reserve is always a favourite at any time of the year or in any weather.Slightly further down the River Marteg than St. Harmon and Pant Y Dwr the valley takes on a very different form, being much…
Brecon Beacons
The Brecon Beacons is a mountain range located in South Wales, United Kingdom. It has been designated as a National Park since 1957. The Brecon Beacons National Park covers 519 square miles, making it the third-largest national park in the…