Browsing leisure pursuits within 25 miles of Highgate Farmhouse B&B

Gigrin Farm, South Street, Rhayader, Powys, LD6 5BL, (19 miles, 31kms), Tel: 01597 810243, Email, www.gigrin.co.uk

Wild Red Kites are fed at Gigrin Farm every day of the year - breath-taking feats of aerial piracy. N.F.U. Finalist - Rural Attraction of the Year.

The Old Sawmill, Lake Vyrnwy, Oswestry, Powys, SY10 0NA, (16 miles, 26kms), 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.

Nannerth Fawr, Rhayader, Powys, LD6 5HA, (18 miles, 29kms), Tel: 01597 811 121, Email, www.nannerth.co.uk

Badger Watching at Nannerth Fawr Farm, Nannerth Country Holidays. Nr Rhayader www.nannerth.co.uk or www.thingstodomidwales.com

Nr Newtown, Ceri, Powys, UK, (3 miles, 4kms), Tel: 0300 068 0300, Email, www.forestry.gov.uk/walesapp

Ceri Forest is a coniferous forest which sits astride the Kerry Ridgeway in the uplands of Montgomeryshire.

Powys, UK, (14 miles, 22kms), Tel: 0300 068 0300, Email, www.forestry.gov.uk/walesapp

Dyfnant and Vyrnwy Forests are in a part of Mid Wales renowned for its rolling hills, lush green valleys and picturesque farmsteads and villages. The Forest caters for horse riding and carraige driving as well as walking and picnic areas.

Mid Wales, SY21 7DD, (12 miles, 20kms), Tel: 01597 827562, Email, www.nationaltrail.co.uk/glyndwrsway

A 132 mile trail set in the heart of Mid Wales breathtaking countryside, dedicated to the 15c Welsh warrior and self proclaimed Prince Owain Glyndwr

Mid Wales, LD7 1EN, (18 miles, 29kms), Tel: 01597 827562, Email, www.nationaltrail.co.uk/glyndwrsway

A 132 mile trail set in the heart of Mid Wales breathtaking countryside, dedicated to the 15c Welsh warrior and self proclaimed Prince Owain Glyndwr

Walk Route: Glyndwr's Way

Mid Wales, SY18 6BN, (13 miles, 20kms), Tel: 01597 827562, Email, www.nationaltrail.co.uk/glyndwrsway/

A 132 mile trail set in the heart of Mid Wales breathtaking countryside, dedicated to the 15c Welsh warrior and self proclaimed Prince Owain Glyndwr

Walk Route: Glyndwr's Way Trail Sections 6-9

Llanidloes, Powys, UK, (17 miles, 27kms), Tel: 0300 068 0300, Email, www.forestry.gov.uk/walesapp

The Hafren Forest takes its name from the River Severn, the Afon Hafren in Welsh, which takes its rise about a mile from the western boundary of the forest, high up on the slopes of Pumlumon, the highest mountain in Mid Wales.

Llandrinio, Powys, SY22 6SQ, (18 miles, 29kms), Tel: 01691 830764, Email, www.haimwoodshooting.com

The superb venue offers a wide range of sporting clay targets. Whatever your requirements, our friendly, experienced team will assist you in every possible way to make your experience here enjoyable and productive.

Powys, SY10 0LY, (16 miles, 26kms), Tel: 01691 870278, www.lake-vyrnwy.com

Lake Vyrnwy lies just to the south of Snowdonia. It is a man-made water reservoir with a perimeter road 11.75 miles long. Located a short drive from the Shropshire border. It is a great day-out with plenty of activities, local craft shop.

Lake Vyrnwy, Llanwddyn, Mid Wales , Powys, SY10 0LY, (16 miles, 26kms), Tel: 01691 870902, Email, www.lakevyrnwy.com

Located in spectacular mountainscape on the edge of Snowdonia, overlooking the famous lake. For a weekend break, or as a memorable wedding, seminar or conference venue, away from life’s hustle and bustle.

Powys, UK, (12 miles, 19kms), Email, www.llanidloes.com

Llanidloes is a small historic town in Central Powys. It's central position within Wales makes it the first town along the River Severn.

nr Llanidloes, Powys, UK, (15 miles, 24kms), Tel: 01686 412287

Llyn Clywedog is a man made reservoir formed by the construction of the Clywedog Dam. A number of viewing points and picnic areas are arranged along the 15 mile circular drive around the Lake

The Old Village Hall, Llanbrynmair, Powys, SY19 7AA, (14 miles, 23kms), Tel: 01650 521738, Email, www.machinationswales.co.uk

Visitor Centre The Museum of Mechanical Magic Gallery - one of the few significant permanent exhibitions of automata in the UK.

Powys, UK, (19 miles, 31kms), Tel: 01597 810706, Email, www.rhayader.co.uk

Situated in the heart of Mid Wales, set in spectacular unspoilt countryside. Various events taking place in and around the town to suit all ages.

Llanwddyn, Lake Vyrnwy, Powys, SY10 0LZ, (16 miles, 26kms), Tel: 01691 870377, Email, www.oldbarncafe.com

A small friendly cafe, producing a variety of home cooked food with views overlooking the Vyrnwy Dam. We also provide cycle hire.

Speciality: Home made tarts and sweets - Home made cakes

Underhill Farm, Dolau, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5TL, (18 miles, 28kms), Tel: 01597 851890, Email, www.underhillridingstables.co.uk

Underhill Riding Stables is a family owned and run business set in 100 acres of beautiful rolling Mid-Wales countryside. Open all year (Tues-Sun).

Powys, SY20 8EE, (7 miles, 11kms), Tel: 01654 703376, Email, www.nationaltrail.co.uk/GlyndwrsWay/

A 132 mile trail set in the heart of Mid Wales breathtaking countryside, dedicated to the 15c Welsh warrior and self proclaimed Prince Owain Glyndwr

Welshpool, SY22 6RU, (15 miles, 24kms), Tel: 01938 553271

The Montgomery Canal, derelict for many years, is now being reborn as a cruiseway through the picturesque Welsh Marches. The canal is a true haven for wildlife and tranquillity with many Sites of Special Scientific Interest along the way.

Between England and Wales, LD7 1EN, (17 miles, 28kms), Tel: 01597 827580, Email, www.nationaltrail.co.uk/OffasDyke/

Crossing the border between England and Wales more than ten times in its 293km (182m), the Offa's Dyke Path passes through some of the most attractive landscape.

North Street, Rhayader, Powys, LD6 5BU, (19 miles, 31kms), Tel: 01597 810355

The Rhayader Leisure Centre is centrally located in Rhayader and offers Health and Fitness facilities, swimming pool and conference facilities.

St Giles Golf Club, Pool Road, Newtown, Powys, SY16 3AJ, (2 miles, 3kms), Tel: 01686 625844

A challenging 9 hole parkland course on the outskirts of the market town of Newtown. Some of the holes run along the banks of the river Severn.

Walking in Powys, LD7 1EN, (18 miles, 28kms), Tel: 01654 702653

A walk through the Marches of Wales, taking in extensive forests, limestone tops and gentle pastures in an area dominated in medieval times by the Mortimer family, one of the most powerful Norman earldoms.