Browsing leisure pursuits within 25 miles of Cyffdy Farm Cottages

Bala Lake Foreshore, Bala, Gwynedd, LL23 7SR, (2 miles, 4kms), Tel: 01678 521059, Email, www.balawatersports.com

Bala Adventure and Watersports is one of the UK’s top specialists in outdoor activity, on water and land. Windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, canoeing, rock climbing, abseiling, archery, raft building, and whitewater rafting.

Southern Snowdonia, UK, (14 miles, 23kms), Tel: 01341 422888, Email, www.discoverdolgellau.com

Discover the ideal base to explore Snowdonia National Park. An historic mountain town built on the wool trade and steeped in folklore. Visit Dolgellau to explore dramatic scenery, adrenalin-fuelled activities and world heritage attractions

Coed-y-Brenin Forest Park, Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 2HZ, (11 miles, 18kms), Tel: 0845 094 9751, Email, goape.co.uk/days-out/coed-y-brenin

Take to the trees and speed down zip slides. They're part of an ardrenalin filled course of rope bridges, Tarzan swings and crossings; all set up to 120 feet above the forest floor.

The Old Sawmill, Lake Vyrnwy, Oswestry, Powys, SY10 0NA, (12 miles, 20kms), 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.

Ganllwyd, Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 2HZ, (11 miles, 18kms), Tel: 01341 440747, Email, www.forestry.gov.uk/coedybrenin

Coed y Brenin visitor centre is the gateway to Coed y Brenin Forest Park. Try world-class mountain bike trails, family walks, café, cycle shop, all-ability play area and an easy access trail.

Corris, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9RF, (18 miles, 30kms), 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

Powys, UK, (15 miles, 24kms), 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.

Powys, SY10 0LY, (12 miles, 20kms), 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, (12 miles, 20kms), 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.

The Old Village Hall, Llanbrynmair, Powys, SY19 7AA, (19 miles, 31kms), 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.

Canolfan Tryweryn, Frongoch, Bala, Gwynedd, LL23 7NU, (4 miles, 6kms), Tel: 01678 521083, Email, www.ukrafting.co.uk

The Tryweryn river is the best summer white water facility in the UK with 25 years of experience whitewater rafting. Because the Tryweryn is dam controlled we usually have water when all other rivers are dry!

Llanwddyn, Lake Vyrnwy, Powys, SY10 0LZ, (12 miles, 20kms), 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

Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 2TG, (12 miles, 19kms), Tel: 01341 440238, Email, www.ccgc.gov.uk/landscape--wildlife/protecting-our-landscape/special-landscapes--sites/protected-landscapes/national-nature-reserves/coed-ganllwyd.aspx

The Dolmelynllyn estate is about 5 miles north of Dolgellau. To explore the estate, which includes the Coed Ganllwd Nature Reserve. This ancient woodland extends up the hill and valley side above the famous Rhaeadr Ddu (Black Falls).

Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 2ES, (14 miles, 23kms), Tel: 01341 422603

Founded in 1910 Dolgellau Golf Club has been referred to frequently as 'the most beautiful course in the world'. 9 hole

Ffestiniog Golf Club, Y Cefn, Ffestiniog, Gwynedd, LL41 4NP, (13 miles, 21kms), Tel: 01766 831829

Set in the mountains of the Snowdonia National Park, this 9 hole course offers a challenge and stunning views of surrounding countryside.