Browsing local attractions within 25 miles of Bythynnod Pengwernydd Cottages

Ceredigion, UK, (12 miles, 20kms), Tel: 01970 612125, Email, www.llanrhystud.co.uk

Llanrhystud is a small seaside village on the A487 road in the county of Ceredigion, nine miles south of Aberystwyth. It is named after the early Christian Welsh saint Rhystud.

Powys, UK, (19 miles, 30kms), Tel: 01874 622485, Email, www.llanwrtyd.com

Llanwrtyd Wells is the smallest town in Britain. It is also one of the friendliest, having a long history of catering for the many visitors who, today, come to enjoy the unspoilt beauty of the surrounding Cambrian Mountains.

nr Llanidloes, Powys, UK, (14 miles, 22kms), 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

Powys, SY20 8TG, (18 miles, 28kms), www.visitmidwales.co.uk

The attractive market town of Machynlleth lies in the Dyfi Valley , between the river's mountain source above Llanymawddwy and its estuary at Aberdyfi.

Cwmrheidol, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3NB, (4 miles, 6kms), Tel: 01970 880928

The butterfly house is home to a whole host of different butterfly species and an equally fascinating collection of tropical plants, making this a fun and educational place.

Talyllyn Railway, Gorsaf Wharf Station, Tywyn, Gwynedd, LL36 9EY, (19 miles, 31kms), Tel: 01654 712704, www.ngrm.org.uk/

The Narrow Gauge Railway Museum is an important collection of artifacts relating to Narrow Gauge Railways in the British Isles. From complete locomotives to tickets, it is a unique and comprehensive record of these fascinating railways.

Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3BU, (10 miles, 16kms), Tel: 01970 632801, Email, www.llgc.org.uk

National Library of Wales is one of the world's great libraries. It is a legal deposit library, and holds the world's largest collection of works about Wales and other Celtic nations.

Bow Street, Nr Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY24 5AA, (10 miles, 16kms), Tel: 01970 820050, Email, www.craftshopwales.co.uk.

Award winning converted farm buildings. Craft Shop//Restaurant and Coffee Shop. All welcome.

Felingerrig, nr Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8UJ, (18 miles, 29kms), Tel: 01654 702 244, Email, www.plasdolguog.co.uk

Secluded Country House set in mature grounds, bounded by the River Dulas, overlooking the Dyfi Valley and Snowdonia National Park.

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

East Street, Rhayader, Powys, LD6 5ER, (15 miles, 25kms), Tel: 01597 810561, Email, www.carad.org.uk

Our Museum Gallery explores how landscape, culture and the social and economic environments shape our community.

Main Square, Tregaron, Ceredigion, SY25 6LJ, (8 miles, 14kms), Tel: 01974 298415, Email, www.rhiannon.co.uk

The widest choice of Welsh and Celtic products in the world - including Rhiannon Welsh Gold and Rhiannon Celtic Jewellery.

Eglwysfach, Nr Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8TA, (15 miles, 24kms), Tel: 01654 700222, Email, www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/y/ynys-hir/index.asp

The RSPB Ynys-Hir nature reserve includes oak woodland, lowland grass meadows, reedbeds and saltmarsh.

Ponterwyd, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3AB, (5 miles, 8kms), Tel: 01970 890620, Email, www.silvermountainexperience.co.uk

A family attraction with actor led shows in one of Wales’ scariest underground experiences. Above ground a 7 acre fantasy realm with water play, caters for younger children, whilst the Miners Trail & exhibition offers a glimpse of the past.

Ystrad Meurig, Ceredigion, SY25 6ES, (5 miles, 7kms), Tel: 01974 831261, Email, www.cadw.wales.gov.uk

There is much to captivate at this evocative, historically important site. Beautiful atmospheric settings. Memorials to the Welsh Princes. On-site visitor centre and exhibition.

Ceredigion, UK, (9 miles, 14kms), www.visitmidwales.co.uk

Tregaron area offers a wide variety of excellent walks. A stroll through the town or a challenging walk with remoteness and breath-taking scenery.

Gwynedd, UK, (19 miles, 31kms), www.visitmidwales.com

Take a walk around the coastal town of Tywyn and explore the history of the churches and chapels.

The Pier, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3BY, (10 miles, 16kms), Tel: 01970 612125

The promenade is one of the most popular parts of the town of Aberystwyth. Various events are held at Aberystwyth Promenade Bandstand throughout the year.

Nr Llanidloes, Powys, UK, (14 miles, 23kms), Tel: 01443 336000

Buildings and structures associated with the nineteenth-century extraction and processing of lead ore.

Nr Rhayder, Powys, UK, (15 miles, 24kms), Tel: 01597 823298, Email, www.rwtwales.org/index.php/radnorshire-wildlife-trust-reserves/cefn-cenarths.html

A sessile acid woodland nature reserve. Birds, bats and lichens thrive here. There are two trails to follow, one is quite steep but the view is well worth it.

Llwyngwern Quarry, Pantperthog, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9AZ, (20 miles, 32kms), Tel: 01654 705950

This eco-centre features hands-on displays and working examples of sustainable living, alternative technologies and organic growing. A ride on a water-balanced cliff railway kicks off an inspiring day out. Special activities during holidays

Ceredigion, SY23 3JW, (3 miles, 6kms), Tel: 01974 831671

Coed Rheidol, clothing both sides of the gorge, is an excellent example of the sessile oak woodland that is found in western Britain.

Tregaron, Ceredigion, UK, (7 miles, 11kms), Tel: 01974 298480

Cors Caron is one of the two remaining large remnants of active raised bog in Wales and is an important refuge for plants, insects, birds and mammals.

Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8SR, (16 miles, 26kms), Tel: 01938 555654

From water-logged, tidal saltmarsh, through reclaimed grazing land and conifer plantation to current wildlife haven, Cors Dyfi has travelled an interesting journey...

Ceredigion, UK, (2 miles, 4kms), Tel: 01970 612125

The village of Devil's Bridge which translated in Welsh is Pontarfynach which means 'The bridge on the Mynach'. The village is situated at the head of the Rheidol Valley amidst the Plynlimon hill range in the heart of the Cambrian Mountains

Y Plas, Machynlleth, Aberystwyth Road, Powys, SY20 8ER, (17 miles, 28kms), Tel: 01654 703 965

The area around the river Dyfi is a special place to live, work and to visit - special for its people, its culture and its outstanding environment. For information regarding the Dyfi Biosphere.