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Secluded and detached cottage in a tranquil location. Set on its own on in this glorious rolling countryside this traditional welsh cottage offers the opportunity to 'get away from it all' in comfort and style. |
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| This area of Mid Wales is often referred to as the Lake district of Wales -(below left) Lake Vyrnwy, (below right) Lake Bala well known as a dinghy sailing centre. | |
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| (below) Do visit the medieval pilgrimage of St Melangell Church at the head of the remote Cwm Pennant Valley. | (below) Fabulous walking country in the nearby Berwyn Mountains |
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| (below) The nearby Cambrian Mountains - Plynlimon and the Elan Valley offer some spectacular walking. Even Snowdonia - an easy day trip. | A number of interesting Market Towns are within easy driving distance, and are worth exploring. Welshpool, Ludlow, Rhayader, Llandrindod Wells and (below) Llanidloes |
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(above) This is a great indoor activity centre at Park Hall, nr Oswestry, so no matter what the weather the kids will be entertained. The activity area is enclosed by giant nets which provide a safe environment for play. The play barn caters for under 11's and is a 30 minute drive from Hafan. For exhilarating fun the quad bikes at Park Hall farm are a must, helmets and overalls are provided also waterproofs and wellies for wet weather. | |
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(above) The railway at nearby Llanfair Caereinion. Just 10 minute drive from Hafan. (above) Powis Castle is a 15 minute drive from Hafan. | (above) The beautiful lakes at Llyn Mawr offer great walking country with panoramic views of mid wales. (above) The quiet Mid Wales lanes are popular with cyclists. |
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This guide has been prepared to assist you in discovering the host of activities, events and attractions
to be enjoyed within a 20 mile radius (approx) of Hafan
to be enjoyed within a 20 mile radius (approx) of Hafan
INDEX
Ancient, Historic & Heritage
Antiques
Artists & Artisans
Beauty Spots
Cultural - Museums Theatres etc
Family Attractions
Fishing
Food & Drink
Gardens & Parks
Golf
Leisure Centres & Spas
Villages Towns & Markets
Walking & Bird Watching
Watersports
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| Ancient, Historic & Heritage | ||
| Chirk Castle | Chirk between Ruabon and Oswestry Chirk Castle is a 700 year old marcher fortress. | More Info |
| The Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway | Welshpool between Buttington and Llanfair Caereinion on A458 Built to link farming communities with the market town of Welshpool. | More Info |
| Hen Domen Castle | Hen Domen Castle between Berriew and Castle Caereinion An 11th C earthwork motte and bailey fortress was founded by Roger Earl of Shrewsbury. | More Info |
| Powys Castle & Garden | Welshpool between Buttington and Llanfair Caereinion A medieval castle, fortress & grand country mansion built by Welsh princes. | More Info |
| Powis Castle and Gardens National Trust | Welshpool between Newtown and Shrewsbury A medieval castle complimented by beautiful gardens. | More Info |
| Welshpool Town Hall | Welshpool between Oswestry and Newtown A prominent building with a clock tower and clock, hand wound every day & markets held regularly. | More Info |
| St Cadfan's Well | Llangadfan between Mallwyd and Welshpool A holy well named after St cadfan who came to wales from brittany in the early 6th C. | More Info |
| Antiques | ||
| FE Anderson & Son | Welshpool between and Heniarth and Buttington Candelabra, candlesticks, decorative items, early 17th C - 19th C furniture, fireside items and more. | More Info |
| Adrian Simmons Coins & Antiques | Montgomery between Hendomen and Church Stoke Antiques, bricks, coins, construction products, furniture, tiles and more. | More Info |
| Bryn Antiques | Church Stoke between Snead and Sarn Antiques and collectables. | More Info |
| Artists & Artisans | ||
| Andrew Logan Museum of Sculpture | Berriew between Welshpool and Newtown A collection of works by renowned sculptor Andrew Logan, a unique English eccentric. | More Info |
| Silver Scenes | Berriew between Welshpool and Garthmyl Workshop tours to see quality pewter and silver plated giftware and jewellery being made. | More Info |
| Beauty Spots | ||
| Lake Vyrnwy | Lake Vyrnwy between Pont Llogel & Llanfyllin on the B4393 A stunningly beautiful lake surrounded by craggy mountains, wild moorland and spectacular waterfalls. | More Info |
| Lake Vyrnwy | Llanwddyn between Sarn and New Mills A man made water reservoir including craggy mountains, wild moorland and waterfalls. | More Info |
| Pistyll Rhaeadre Waterfall | Llanrhaeadre between Penybontfawr and Llansilin At 240 feet Pistyll Rhaeadre is the highest waterfall in Wales and one of the seven wonders of Wales. | More Info |
| Cultural - Museums Theatres etc | ||
| Powysland Museum | Welshpool between Heniarth and Buttington Winner of the Gulbenkian Award for 'Most Improved Museum in a Rural Area'. | More Info |
| Family Attractions | ||
| Ancient Yew trees, Hirnant | Hirnant between Abertridwr and Penybont fawr 2 female yew trees stand side by side SW of St Illiog Church one has a Mountain Ash growing inside it. | More Info |
| Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway | Welshpool between Mallwyd and Trewern Built tolink communities to the market town of Welshpool. | More Info |
| Servants Week at Powis Castle & Garden National trust | Welshpool betweeen Newtown and Abermule Displays about the servants who used to work at Powis castle & children's activities. | More Info |
| Bywater Holiday Cruises Horse Drawn Day Afloat | Church Stoke between Welshpool and Sarn Unique horse drawn cruises on the beautiful Montgomery canal. | More Info |
| Ancient Yew Trees, Guilsfield | Guilsfield between Groesllwyd and Arddleen 20 yew trees grow in the church yard of St Aelhaiarn with medieval foundations. | More Info |
| Ancient Yew Trees, Castle Caereinion | Castle Caereinion between Welshpool and Llanfair Caereinion 8 yew trees have been recorded on the site of St Garmon's church, the largest has a girth of 541cm. | More Info |
| Welshpool Carnival | Welshpool between Newtown and Buttington A traditional parade of floats through the town centre and fun & games at the recreation fields. | More Info |
| Ancient Yew Tree, Church Stoke | Church Stoke between Chirbury and Snead The yew tree is currently split into 2 fragments and will probably become three with further decay. | More Info |
| Fishing | ||
| Montgomery Angling Association | Welshpool between Heniarth and Shrewsbury Course & game fishing in the rivers Severn & Vyrnwy and Montgomery canal and two stocked pools. | More Info |
| Fly Fishing at the Glyndwr Fishery | Dolanog between Heniarth and Llanfihangel yng Ngwynfa This stretch of river is noted primarily for its trout. Wild fish of up to 3-4lbs have been caught here. | More Info |
| Fishing Coaching & Guides (FWA) | Welshpool (please see web for details) The Federation of Welsh Anglers can introduce coaches for sea, game & coarse fishing in Wales. | More Info |
| Food & Drink | ||
| The Raven Inn | Welshpool between Mallwyd and Middletown An awarded family friendly pub serving locally sourced good seasonal food, freshly prepared. | More Info |
| Pethe Powys | Welshpool between Newtown and Buttington 8 Severn Street | More Info |
| The Talbot Hotel Restaurant & Bar | Berriew between Welshpool and Newtown Relax and enjoy real ales, lagers beers and good home cooked food prepared with local produce. | More Info |
| The Lion Hotel Restaurant | Berriew between Welshpool and Newtown A fine dining experience in an intimate oak beamed restaurant with a delicious seasonal menu. | More Info |
| The Sun Inn | Marton between Shrewsbury and Montgomery A newly refurbished warm & friendly pub serving locally bbrewed ales and tasty food. | More Info |
| Lake Vyrnwy Hotel Restaurant | Llanwddyn between Sarn and New Mills An award winning restaurant with an emphasis on local produce and fine views. | More Info |
| The Dragon Hotel Restaurant | Montgomery between Newtown and Shrewsbury Holders od an AA award for fine food since 1999. | More Info |
| Welsh Food Festival | Glansevern Hall Berriew between Newtown & Welshpool A huge range of small food producers and genuine artisan products. | More Info |
| The Railway Inn | Forden between Buttington and Montgomery A real country pub with fine ales, wines and home cooked food 1 mile from Offa's Dyke | More Info |
| Montgomery Market | Montgomery between Chirbury and Abermule This traditional friendly market is held every Thursday in the town hall. | More Info |
| Castle Kitchen | Montgomery between Newtown and Chirbury Café, restaurant and delicatessen located in a beautiful old 16th C timber framed building. | More Info |
| Ivy House Tearooms | Montgomery between Newtown and Chirbury Not just a tearoom but a delicatessen, a gallery and an evening venue serving candle lit dinners. | More Info |
| Gardens & Parks | ||
| Glansevern Hall Gardens | Berriew between Welshpool and Newtown Greek revival style house on the river Severn. The garden extends over more than 20 acres. | More Info |
| The Dingle Nursery and Garden | Welshpool between Newtown and Shrewsbury Themed show gardens, garden centre, gifts, homeware, furniture & licensed restaurant and farm shop. | More Info |
| Coed y Dinas Garden, Home & Country Centre | Welshpool between Newtown & Shrewsbury Gardening, pets & aquatics, food, play area, housewares, gifts & crafts, soft furnishings & more. | More Info |
| Open Gardens Bodfach Hall at Welshpool | Llanfyllin between Tycrwyn and Bwlch y cibau 10 acres of stunning displays including rhododendrons, azaleas, cottage garden, wisteria & more | More Info |
| Golf | ||
| Welshpool Golf Club | Welshpool between Oswestry and Newtown An 18 hole course enveloped in breathtaking scenery. | More Info |
| Llanymynech Golf Club | Pant between Oswestry and Buttington Situated on the border it is possible to tee off in one country and putt out in another. | More Info |
| Leisure Centres & Spas | ||
| The Flash Leisure Centre | Welshpool between Shrewsbury and Mallwyd Facilities include pool, bowls, fitness suite, sports hall, crazy golf, health suite & waterside retaurant. | More Info |
| The Spa at Lake Vyrnwy Hotel | Llanwddyn between Sarn & New Mills Day packages come with welcome fruit drink, light lunch, beverages, robe, towel & slippers. | More Info |
| Villages Towns & Markets | ||
| Berriew | Berriew between Garthmyl and Pant y ffridd Winner of 'Best Kept Village in Wales Award' with charming black & white timbered buildings. | More Info |
| Llanfair Caereinion | Llanfair Caereinion between Castle Caereinion and Melin y ddol A beautiful unspoilt market town in the heart of the Banwy Valley. | More Info |
| Walking & Bird Watching | ||
| High level Walking in the Berwyn Hills | The Berwyn Hills between Vale of Edeyrniwn and Ceiriog Valley The Berwyn Hills in North East Wales are ideal if you like high level moor land and woodland. | More Info |
| Watersports | ||
| Bethania Adventure Watersports | Llanwddyn between Alltforgan and Llanfihangel Watersport insrtuction and or hire of watersports equipment. | More Info |