Places to eat

Bwlch Nant Yr Arian, Ponterwyd, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3AD, Tel: 01970 890453, Email, www.forestry.gov.uk/bwlchnantyrarian

Stunning views, delicous food, gifts, lakeside all ability trail, forest walks, seasonal events, puzzle trails, mountain biking and daily red kite feeding are just some of the attractions

Harbour Station, PORTHMADOG, Gwynedd, LL49 9NF, Tel: 01766 516000, Email, www.festrail.co.uk

The Ffestiniog Railway is the oldest independent railway company in the world, established in 1832.

Llyswen, Nr Brecon, Powys, LD3 0YP, Tel: 01874 754525, Email, www.llangoedhall.com

Llangoed Hall for fine dining, conferences and meetings, weddings & special occasions

21 Heol Maengwyn, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8AE, Tel: 01654 703382, Email, numbertwentyone.co.uk

Machynlleth's newest Bistro! Using the finest locally sourced Welsh ingredients, we offer an exciting mix of traditional & modern cuisine, served in a relaxing, contemporary venue situated in the historical town centre.

Speciality: Locally Sourced - Freshly Prepared

Welshpool, Powys, SY21 8RF, Tel: 01938 551944, Email, www.nationaltrust.org.uk/powis-castle/

World famous terraced garden and medieval castle containing one of the finest collections of paintings and furniture in Wales.

Gorsaf Wharf Station, Tywyn, Gwynedd, LL36 9EY, Tel: 01654 710472, Email, www.talyllyn.co.uk

Historic narrow gauge railway with steam hauled trains in the Snowdonia National Park. Discover our past hauling slate and local goods, and enjoy the views, wildlife and woodland walks. The world's first preserved railway.

Rail Route: Tywyn - Abergynolwyn

The Square, Llanwrtyd Wells, Powys, LD5 4RA, Tel: 01591 610264, Email, www.food-food-food.co.uk

Peter James's thriving restaurant stands beside the bridge over the River Irfon in the centre of Wales's smallest town.

Broad Street, Newtown, Powys, SY16 2BQ, Tel: 01686 626271, Email, www.elephantandcastlehotel.co.uk

Dolfor, Newtown, Powys, SY16 4BN, Tel: 01686 629051, Email, www.theoldvicaragedolfor.co.uk

Set high amongst the hills with spectacular views of the Montgomeryshire countryside, this former Victorian Vicarage is now a five star Country Guest House and Restaurant.

Park Avenue, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 1PG, Tel: 01970 625819, Email, www.rheidolrailway.co.uk

All aboard the Vale of Rheidol for an unforgettable journey through the beautiful Rheidol Valley by narrow gauge steam train. Sit back, relax and let us take you on a nostalgic journey through some of Wales’ most spectacular scenery.

Rail Route: Aberystwyth - Devils Bridge

Corris, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9RF, Tel: 01654 761437, Email, www.corriscraftcentre.co.uk/cafe/index.php

Y Crochan cafe is light, bright and modern. The menu, with lots of local ingredients, has a Welsh twist including a tasty selection of Welsh Rarebits. Y Crochan is at the centre of 9 Craft Studios and King Arthur's Labyrinth.

Speciality: Modern Welsh Cuisine

Queens Square, Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 2AB, Tel: 01341 422269, Email, www.ysospan.co.uk

Y Sospan café has something for everyone and is open throughout the day serving breakfast to lunchtime meals and take away meals. In the evening is transformed into a Welsh Bistro offering a truly Welsh experience.

Speciality: Welsh Bistro

Ystradfellte, Aberdare, Mid Glamorgan, CF44 9JD, Tel: 01639 721973, Email, www.ystradfellte.net

Ystradfellte Church Hall has been recently refurbished to a very high standard. The Hall is located in the village of Ystradfellte situated on the southern edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park

Penglais, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3DE, Tel: 01970 622889, Email, www.aber.ac.uk/artscentre

Award winning Aberystwyth Arts Centre is Wales’ largest arts centre and recognised as a 'national flagship for the arts'. It has a wide-ranging programme across all art forms including drama, dance, music, visual arts film & new media.

The Old Sawmill, Lake Vyrnwy, Oswestry, Powys, SY10 0NA, Tel: 01691 870317, Email, www.artisans-lakevyrnwy.co.uk

Explore beautiful Lake Vyrnwy - hire a tandem or cycle, walk, birdwatch or just relax! - Artisans coffee shop also offers a variety of excellent refreshments and a large selection of gifts in our craft shop including home made products.

Royal House, 13 Penrallt Street, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8AG, Tel: 01654 702172

Blasau Delicatessen specialises in Welsh food and drink and offer a large selection of Welsh cheeses and Welsh alcoholic beverages. Homemade bread, pate, pies, cakes and lamb meatballs are all available and you can also enjoy afternoon tea.

Garth Road, Builth Wells, Powys, LD2 3NP, Tel: 07928 708084, Email, www.caerberistreatments.co.uk

Set in 27 acres of parkland surrounded by the River Irfon, Caer Beris is the former home of Lord Swansea. Individually furnished bedrooms and comfortable lounges overlooking the gardens. Restuarant with the coveted AA Rosette.

Head Office - Ty Anturiaeth, 83 Church Road, Seven Sisters, Neath, SA10 9DT, Tel: 01639 700388, Email, www.adventurebritain.com

National Business Tourism Company of the Year 2011/2012 - Call of the Wild are one of the UK's leading providers of adventure activities, weekends and holidays in the untamed heart of Wales, the stunning Brecon Beacons National Park.

Pen Llech, Harlech, Gwynedd, LL46 2YL, Tel: 01766 780 479, Email, www.castlecottageharlech.co.uk

Dating from the 16th century it is one of the oldest houses in Harlech, close to the ancient castle.

Speciality: Local lamb, sea bass, lobster

Corris, nr Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9RF, Tel: 01654 761584, Email, www.corriscraftcentre.com

Home to 9 Craft Studios and the resident designer-makers. Find unique items handcrafted with care for your home, garden and gifts for others. Drop in to make your own crafts.

Corris, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9RF, Tel: 01654 761244, Email, www.corrismineexplorers.co.uk

Explore the abandoned workings of an old Welsh slate mine with one of Wales' top Mine Explorers. More than 130 years of mining history is captured inside awaiting discovery. Machinery, tools & inspirational stories of life in the mine

Penoyre Park, Cradoc, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9LP, Tel: 01874 623658, Email, www.cradoc.co.uk

An 18hole parkland golf course overlooking the Brecon Beacons National Park offering superb golf and freshly cooked food in its retaurant

Brithdir, Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 2SG, Tel: 01341 421 001, Email, www.crossfoxes.co.uk

A contemporary, welcoming, new Bar & Grill with Rooms. Located at the foot of Cadair Idris mountain

Dolaucoth Gold Mines, Pumpsaint, Llanwrda, SA19 8US, Tel: 01558 650177, Email, www.nationaltrust.org.uk/dolaucothi-gold-mines/

Gold mines in use from Roman times to the 20th century. These unique gold mines are set amid wooded hillsides overlooking the beautiful Cothi Valley.

Erwood Station, Llandeilo Graban, Builth Wells, Powys, LD2 3SJ, Tel: 01982 560674, Email, www.erwood-station.co.uk

Craft-centre and gallery in Old GWR Railway Station. Choice location by River Wye, Wye Valley walk, cycle routes, river walk, art and craft gallery & refreshments. New Exhibition every 6 weeks

Tregynon, Nr Newtown, Powys, SY16 3PW, Tel: 01686 650224, Email, www.gregynog.wales.ac.uk

Gregynog Hall is an ancient house with a Victorian face. Once a landed estate, now a university conference centre, the house is still at the heart of the local community.