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Bedw Cottage (cont) |
near Llandovery Stunning Views (left and below) from the cottage towards Caio and the Brechfa Forest. Set in beautiful, tranquil countryside little known to the tourist. |
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(right) The owners who live nearby breed Welsh Cobs
(above) To the south lies the Brecon Beacons - Carreg Cennen Castle - nearby Llandeilo is well worth a visit. |  |
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| (above) Delightful countryside surrounds Llandovery (right) Do explore the small lanes to the north of Llandovery. - Through Cilycwm and climb to Llyn Brianne on the southern slopes of the Cambrian Mountains
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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 Bedw Cottage
to be enjoyed within a 20 mile radius (approx) of Bedw Cottage
INDEX
Adventure Activities
Ancient, Historic & Heritage
Antiques
Artists & Artisans
Beauty Spots
Books, New & Old
Cultural - Museums Theatres etc
Cycling
Family Attractions
Fishing
Food & Drink
Gardens & Parks
Golf
Horse Riding
Interesting & Specialist Shops
Leisure Centres & Spas
Tourist Information Centres
Villages Towns & Markets
Walking & Bird Watching
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| Adventure Activities | ||
| Adventure Wales | Llanarthney between Carmarthen and Ffairfach Providers of outdoor activities in Wales since 1990 | More Info |
| Ancient, Historic & Heritage | ||
| Dolaucothi Gold Mines NT | Pumsaint between Lampeter and Llanwrda The gold mines were in use from Roman times to the 20th C. Now owned by the National Trust | More Info |
| Alabum | Llanfair ar y Bryn between Llandovery and Cynghordy Alabum was a fort in the Roman Province of Britannia Superior of which Roman Wales was a part. | More Info |
| Aberdeunant (National Trust) | Llandeilo between Penybanc and Llanwrda A traditional medieval cruck framed Carmarthenshire farmhouse in an unspoilt setting. | More Info |
| Llandovery Castle | Llandovery between Trecastle and Llanwrda Llandovery Castle guards the river Bran and the attractive village. | More Info |
| Dryslwyn Castle | 5 miles west of Llandeilo between Llangadog and Carmarthen Dryslwyn castle is perched in a most extraordinary defensive position on a steep rocky knoll. | More Info |
| Cambrian Woollen Mill and Visitor Centre | Llanwrtyd Wells between Builth Wells & Llandovery Over 700 years of weaving history. Three floors of gifts, Cambrian tartan, clothes and more. | More Info |
| Carn Goch Hilltop Fort | Bethlehem between Llangadog and Llandeilo A particularly striking example of one of the largest iron age hill forts in Wales. | More Info |
| Carreg Cennin Castle | Trap between Llandeilo and Ammanford Stout weather beaten ruins on a precipitous limestone crag in a spectacular location. | More Info |
| St Mary's Church, Llandovery | Llandovery between Llangadog and Trecastle Roman bricks were used to build part of the walls of the church. | More Info |
| Talley Abbey | Unique in Wales being founded for the monastic order of the Premonsrtatensians. | More Info |
| Trecastle Mountain Stone Circles | between Trecastle and Cwmwysg Two stone circles near to the site of 2 rectangular Roman camps. | More Info |
| Newton House | Llandeilo between Penybanc and Llangadog A great manor house dating back to 1660. Now owned and run by the national Trust. | More Info |
| Antiques | ||
| West Wales Auctions | Llangybi between Tregaron and Lampeter Monthly auctions of antiques, furniture, china, collectables, paintings, jewellery and more. | More Info |
| Jones & Llewelyn Auctioneers | Llandeilo between Carmarthen and Llandovery Auctions of antiques, fine art, collectables and valuables. | More Info |
| The Works Antiques Centre | Llandovery between Builth Wells and Llandeilo Antiques and collectables. | More Info |
| The Works | Llandeilo between Penybanc and Ffairfach 60 independent dealers in one place selling antiques and collectables. | More Info |
| Jen Jones Antique Welsh Blankets and Quilts | Pontbrendu, Llanybydder between Lampeter and New INN Jen Jones shares her extensive knowledge in her 2 books about antique welsh quits. | More Info |
| James Ash Antiques | Llandeilo between Carmarthen and Llandovery Antique furniture and clocks. Welsh longcase clocks a speciality. | More Info |
| Sage Antiques | Ammanford between Llandeilo and Hendy A wide selection of antique & quality used furniture & accessories also a restoration service. | More Info |
| Artists & Artisans | ||
| The Black Mountain Gallery | Cwmllynfell between Brynaman and Gurnos British contemporary artists Murial and Mark Williams, mother and son create and display their work. | More Info |
| Oriel T Cornel (formerly The Bridge Gallery) | Ammanford between Pontarddulais and Llandeilo A fine art gallery and Anthony Richards studio. | More Info |
| Sally Pearce | Llandysul between Pentre cwrt and Horeb Sally paints and draws in whatever medium suits the subject and her response to it. | More Info |
| Art Courses at The Drovers Rest | Llanwrtyd Wells between Llandovery and Builth Wells Learn to draw and paint still life, landscapes, townscapes, portraits and figures. | More Info |
| Dinefwr Craft centre | Llandovery between Llandeilo and Brecon Formerly the market hall dating from 1840 the centre now sells locally made crafts. | More Info |
| Fountain Fine Art | Llandeilo between Penybanc and Ffairfach The gallery shows work from some of Wales' most highly respected artists. | More Info |
| Beauty Spots | ||
| Paxton's Tower NT | Llandeilo between Llanwrda and Penybanc One of the most spectacular vistas in Carmarthenshire. | More Info |
| Cothi Valley | Pumsaint between Lampeter and Llanwrda The Cothi Valley is a real gem. An ideal place for picnics, walking and bird watching. | More Info |
| Ynys Dawela Nature Park | Upper Brynaman between Gwaun Cae Gurwin and Llangadog A former colliery site on the northern banks of the river Amman and well worth a visit. | More Info |
| Llyn y Fan Fach | Myddfai between Llandovery and Llandeusant A beautiful natural lake located at the eastern border of the Black Mountains. | More Info |
| Brechfa Forest | Abergorlech between Brechfa and Llansawel The forest is managed by the Forestry Commission for recreation and timber production. | More Info |
| Books, New & Old | ||
| Cambrian Books | Llandovery between Llanwrtyd Wells and Llandeilo 10 Stone Street | More Info |
| The Bookshop | Llandovery between Llanwrda & Llanwrtyd Kings Road | More Info |
| The Old Lodge Book Shop | Lampeter between Pumsaint and Aberaeron College Street | More Info |
| Books on the Green | Llandovery between Llanwrda and Beaulah 1-2 Market St | More Info |
| The Bookshop | Llandovery between Llanwrtyd Wellls and Llangadog Kings Road | More Info |
| Lampeter Book Shop | Lampeter between Tregaron and Carmarthen 21 Bridge Street | More Info |
| Cultural - Museums Theatres etc | ||
| Llandovery Heritage Centre | Llandovery between Trecastle and Llanwrda Interesting displays on drovers, the local Black Ox bank, local legends, the railway & local history. | More Info |
| Oriel Ty Cornel (formerly The Bridge Gallery) | Ammanford between Llandeilo and Tycroes A fine art gallery and Anthony Richards studio. | More Info |
| Folk 'n' Ale Weekend, Llanwrtyd Wells | Llanwrtyd Wells between Llandovery and Beaulah An annual free 3 day event of merrymaking in March offering real ale and music for all to enjoy. | More Info |
| Cycling | ||
| New Image Bicycles and Bike Hire | Cardigan between Aberporth and Newport A member of the Association of Cycle Traders, a measure of quality. | More Info |
| Family Attractions | ||
| Red Kite Feeding Station | Llanddeusant, Llangadog between Llandovery and Mandordeilo The centre has been designed to fit naturally into the environment. | More Info |
| Bog Snorkelling Championship | Llanwrtyd Wells between Beaulah and Cynghordy An international event where lunacy triumphs over logic in this wacky event. | More Info |
| National Show Caves Centre for Wales | Abercrave between Swansea and Glyntawe Explore Dan-yr Ogof, Bone and Cathedral caves. Voted Britain's finest natural wonder. | More Info |
| The Mountain Centre | Libanus between Brecon and Nant Ddu The most popular visitor centre in the National Park run by the Park Authority. | More Info |
| Paxtons Tower, National Trust | Llandeilo between Carmarthen and Manordeilo One of the most spectacular views in Carmarthenshire can be seen from Paxton's Tower. | More Info |
| Llandeusant Red Kite Feeding Station | Llandeusant between Trecastle and Twynllanan Over 50 red kites and buzzards are fed daily giving a spectacular aerial display. | More Info |
| Fishing | ||
| Game Fishing Usk Reservoir | Usk Reservoir between Trecastle and Twynllanan One of the best rainbow trout fisheries in Wales. Permits available from a machine on site. | More Info |
| Trapp Fishery | Trapp between Llandeilo and Llandyfan Game fishing just below the beautiful Carreg Cennen Castle in a 11/2 acre spring fed lake. | More Info |
| Llandovery Angling Society | Llandovery between Llandeilo and Llanwrtyd Wells Fishing Tywi, Bran & Gwyddery | More Info |
| Belfont Lake | Glasfynydd, Belfont, Trecastle between Llandovery and Brecon Coarse fishing Belfont Lake well stocked with carp and tench | More Info |
| Coarse Fishing at Springwater Lakes | Harford, Llanwrda between Llandovery and Llandeilo A picturesque angling complex comprising 4 lakes (1 specimen, 1 mixed coarse, 2 trout) | More Info |
| Fishing Coaching & Guides (FWA) | Llandeilo (please see web site for details) The Federation of Welsh Anglers can introduce coaches for sea, game & coarse fishing in Wales. | More Info |
| Cross Hands Angling Club | Llangadog between Llandeilo and Llandovery Day tickets available from the Red Lion, Llangadog for fishing along 15 miles of the Rover Tywi. | More Info |
| Food & Drink | ||
| The Red Lion | Llangadog between Llandeilo and Llandovery Meals and bar snacks prepared with fresh local produce served in traditional inn bar or restaurant. | More Info |
| The Plough Inn | Rhosmaen between Llandeilo and Llangadog Contemporary cuisine served in the bar, restaurant or garden with lovely views. | More Info |
| Lasswade Country House Hotel | Llanwrtyd Wells between Builth Wells and Llandovery Good quality gourmet food in an AA awarded restaurant and in the Good Food Guide since 2004. | More Info |
| The Cawdor | Llandeilo between Llandovery and Ammanford Traditional and innovative dishes using only the freshest ingredients, local whenever possible. | More Info |
| White Hart Inn | Llandeilo between Llandovery and Carmarthenshire Three separate bar and lounge areas in which food and drinks are served. | More Info |
| The Black Lion | Abergorlech between Nant y Fin and Llansawel Pretty riverside pub in the Cothi valley serving delicious homemade food & ales. Lovely garden. | More Info |
| The Royal Oak Inn | Rhandirmwyn between Llandovery and Llanwrtyd Wells just off the A483 Award winning family & dog friendly 16th C Inn once a hunting lodge serving good food, wines & ales. | More Info |
| Towy Bridge Inn | Rhandirmwyn between Llandovery and Llanwrtyd Wells just off the A483 This dog friendly little pub is located in an idyllic setting beside the Towy river next to the bridge. | More Info |
| Stonecroft Inn | Llanwrtyd Wells between Llandovery and Builth Wells A country pub with the warmest, friendliest atmosphere, real ales, good food and music. | More Info |
| Rhandirmwyn Village Shop/Post Office | Rhandirmwyn between Llandovery and Llanwrtyd Wells just off the A483 Serving the needs of the local community (organic produce too). Will deliver to your holiday home. | More Info |
| Fish and Anchor | Llanwnen between Lampeter and Rhydowen Fine food and real ales. Locally sourced produce including wild boar, wild salmon and welsh steaks | More Info |
| The Castle Hotel Llandovery | Llandovery between Llanwrda and Llanwrtyd wells Honest, fresh and tasty food reflecting the seasons prepared with the best local ingredients. | More Info |
| Gegin Fach y Gwili | Llandeilo between Llandovery and Carmarthen This café has been in business for 25 years and opens daily from 9.30 - 5.30 Monday - Saturday. | More Info |
| The Neuadd Arms Hotel | Llanwrtyd Wells between Llandovery and Builth Wells Over 130 years old situated between the Cambrian and Black Mountains with its own brewery. | More Info |
| Carlton Riverside Restaurant & Brasserie | Llanwrtyd Wells between Llandovery and Beaulah Award winning restaurant and Wales Restaurant of the Year 2007/2008 | More Info |
| The Neuadd Arms Hotel | Llanwrtyd Wells between Llandovery and Beaulah Good home cooking including vegetarian and a wide range of curries.Hotel has its own brewery | More Info |
| Angel | Salem between Carmarthen and Llandovery An award winning restaurant who's head chef was crowned 'Welsh Chef of the Year' | More Info |
| Heavenly ( cakes & confectionery ) | Llandeilo between Carmarthen and Llandovery The shop was opened after a year of research in the ice cream and chocolate houses of UK and Rome. | More Info |
| Kings Head Inn | Llandovery between Llanwrda and Trecastle A traditional oak beamed inn serving quality Welsh cuisine, daily tea, coffee & cakes, lunch & dinner. | More Info |
| The Drovers Rest | Llanwrtyd Wells between Llandovery and Builth Wells A fantastic restaurant in an 18th C building beside the River Irfon. | More Info |
| The Angel Hotel | Llandeilo between Carmarthen and Llandovery Pub restaurant with a cosy ambience and culinary delights. | More Info |
| The Red Pig Pub | Llandeusant between Trecastle and Twynllanan A charming old village pub serving good simple food made with local ingredients. | More Info |
| Gardens & Parks | ||
| Llyn Llech Owain Country Park | Gorslas between Cross Hands and Llandeilo 64 acres of land with forest tracks for delightful walking & cycling, a central lake & SSSI peat bog. | More Info |
| Norwood Gardens & Tea Room | Llanllwni between New Inn and Aber giar 3 acres of garden occupying a gentle slope on the south side of the Teifi valley. | More Info |
| Cilgwyn Lodge Garden | Llangadog between Llandovery and Pont Newydd Fascinating garden open for charity as part of the National Gardens Scheme NGS | More Info |
| Cae Hir Ornamental Gardens | Lampeter between Llanbedr and Aberystwyth 6 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens featured on several television garden programmes. | More Info |
| Winllan Garden | Talsarn between Lampeter and Aberaeron A garden geared to wildlife. | More Info |
| Gelli Aur Country Park | Llandeilo between Carmarthen and Llandovery 60 acres of wooded parkland surrounding a magnificent mansion. | More Info |
| Dinefwr Park and Castle | Llandeilo between Llanwrda and Penybanc A 12th C castle and an 18th C landscaped park enclosing a medieval deer park. | More Info |
| National Botanic Garden of Wales | Llanarthne between Carmarthen and Llandeilo One of the most fascinating and most visited gardens in the Uk. | More Info |
| Golf | ||
| Palleg Golf Club | Lower Cwmtwrch between Pontardawe and Abercraf An 18 hole parkland course set in 120 acres with spectacular views. | More Info |
| Horse Riding | ||
| Palecwrt Equestrian & Brondai Shooting Ground | Llangadog between Llandovery and Llandeilo Horse & Pony Trekking and Clay Pigeon Shooting | More Info |
| Aberaeron Stud | Lampeter between Aberaeron and Llandovery A small stud specialising in Welsh Cobs and part bred performance horses. | More Info |
| Caeiago Riding Centre | Llanwrda between Llandovery and Llandeilo Pony trekking and trail riding for adult riders. | More Info |
| Interesting & Specialist Shops | ||
| Springwater Lakes Tackle & Bait Shop | Llanwrda between Llandovery and Llandeilo Tackle and bait shop. Rod hire | More Info |
| Leisure Centres & Spas | ||
| Lampeter Leisure Centre | Lampeter between Aberaeron and Llanwrda A multi facility Centre | More Info |
| Tourist Information Centres | ||
| Llandovery Tourist Information Centre | Llandovery betweenLlanwrda and Halfway Information on events, attractions, activities, timetables, walks,cycle paths, fishing and more. | More Info |
| Villages Towns & Markets | ||
| Lampeter | Lampeter between Trgaron and Llanybydder Lampeter is a charming university and market town in the mid Teifi Valley. | More Info |
| Llandeilo | Llandeilo between Llandovery and Carmarthen Llandeilo is a small delightful country town full of character and charm with interesting shops and a choice of places to eat and drink | More Info |
| Llandovery | Llandovery between Llandeilo and Brecon A pretty market town whose name in welsh means church among the waters. | More Info |
| Brechfa | Brechfa between Felingwym and Nantyffin Brechfa has been described as one of the most secluded villages in south Wales. | More Info |
| Rhandirmwyn | Rhandirmwyn between Llandovery and Llanwrtyd Wells just off the A483 Hamlet set amidst the magnificent Tywi Valley home to legendery Welsh folk hero Twm Sion Catti. | More Info |
| Walking & Bird Watching | ||
| Dinas RSPB Reserve | Rhandirmwyn between Llandovery and Ystrad Ffin A pleasant 2 hour circular walk with some steep and difficult parts. | More Info |
| Llyn Llech Owain Country Park | between Crosshands and Llandeilo 64 acre park with lake surrounded by peat bog, coniferous and broad leafed woodland and dry heath. | More Info |
| Llyn y Fan Fach | Myddfai between Llandovery and Llandeusant A place forever associated with the 'lady in the lake'. | More Info |