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Elan Valley / Cwm ElanElan Valley / Cwm Elan

The 70 square mile Elan Valley Estate has five reservoirs and is popular with people who come to see the spectacular scenery, which is ideal for walkers, cyclists and bird watchers. A series of dams were constructed at the end of the 19th century to provide water to Birmingham and many parts of mid and south Wales. There is a large Visitor Centre which is a good starting point for your visit.

View key to symbolskeyAccepts groups Baby changing facilities Coach parties accepted Credit cards accepted (no fee) Credit cards accepted (with charge) Disabled access Disabled toilets Education/study area Facilities for educational visits Facilities for groups Gay friendly Gift shop On-site catering On-site light refreshments Picnic site Postbox Public toilets Welcome Host

Prices


Free entry
£2.00 car parking fee, season tickets available.

Open all the time

Elan Valley
 
 

Contact

Fiona Wase
Tel: 01597 810880
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Venue

Elan Valley / Cwm Elan

Elan Valley, Rhayader, Powys, LD6 5HP

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Map reference: SN 932649  Lat: 52.27184  Long: -3.56661


The Elan Valley can be accessed easily from Rhayader which is on the intersection of the main A470 (North/South) and the A44 which comes from the East.

From Rhayader follow the B4518 west out of the town. The left turn for the Visitor Centre is signposted after three miles.

Parking : with charge

Nearest station : Llandrindod Wells station

Please note that the amenities listed can be found at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre rather than relating to the whole Estate.

Self-assessed Accessibility Information

Also at this venue

Elan Valley Trail from RhayaderElan Valley Trail from Rhayader

Events at this venue

Select event title for details
date event
Sun 23 Jun 2013 Good Morning Moths
Sun 30 Jun 2013 Dambusters Walk
Sat 6 Jul 2013 Elan Valley Ranger Safari
Sat 13 Jul 2013 Elan Valley Evening Ranger Safari
Sun 14 Jul 2013 Vikings: Family Archaeology Day
Sat 20 Jul 2013 Dambusters Walk
Sat 20 Jul 2013 - Sat 31 Aug 2013 Kids' Summer Scavenge
Sat 20 Jul 2013 - Fri 2 Aug 2013 On The Edge Textile Exhibition
Sun 21 Jul 2013 RSPB Nature Quest
Tue 23 Jul 2013 Dam Open Day
Thu 25 Jul 2013 Bug Hunt
Sat 27 Jul 2013 Village Tour
Tue 30 Jul 2013 Bug Bonanza
Fri 2 Aug 2013 Dark Skies and Magical Lights
Sat 3 Aug 2013 Pet Show
Sun 4 - Sat 17 Aug 2013 Out and About Exhibition - Rhayader Art Group
Sun 4 Aug 2013 RSPB Nature Quest
Wed 7 Aug 2013 Fairies and Pirates
Fri 9 Aug 2013 National Moth and Bat Night
Wed 14 Aug 2013 Bug Hunt
Sat 17 Aug 2013 Teacups and Water
Sun 18 Aug 2013 Good Morning Moths
Sun 18 Aug 2013 Knock Knock on the Fairy Door
Mon 19 Aug 2013 - Sun 1 Sep 2013 The Next Chapter Exhibition – Amanda Skipsey
Fri 23 Aug 2013 Dam Open Day
Sun 25 Aug 2013 Dambusters Walk
Thu 29 Aug 2013 Bug Bonanza
Sun 1 Sep 2013 Village Tour
Wed 4 Sep 2013 Elan to India - Water of Life Talk
Sat 14 Sep 2013 Moths and Mountains - Y Foel Walk
Sun 22 Sep 2013 Elan Valley Ranger Safari
Sat 28 Sep 2013 Fungus Foray
Sat 28 Sep 2013 Welsh Wildlife Photographer Talk
Sat 5 Oct 2013 Bushcraft Taster Sessions
Sun 6 Oct 2013 Wildlife Tracking and Field Skills Course
Fri 11 Oct 2013 Photographing the Night Sky
Sun 13 Oct 2013 Autumn Landscapes in Watercolour
Sat 19 Oct 2013 Film Night "Life in the Elan Valley & Rhayader"
Sun 20 Oct 2013 Medieval Monks' Trod
Sat 26 Oct 2013 - Sun 3 Nov 2013 Autumn Antics
Sat 26 Oct 2013 Great Elan Valley World Star Count
Sat 26 Oct 2013 - Sun 3 Nov 2013 Oaks and Orchids Exhibition - Claire K. Ward
Wed 30 Oct 2013 Dam Open Day
Thu 31 Oct 2013 Spooky Spectacular Halloween Crafts
Sat 2, Sun 3 Nov 2013 Elan Valley Winter Craft Fair
Sun 10 Nov 2013 Craig Goch to Caban Walk
Sat 23 Nov 2013 Rediscovering the Magic of our Natural World Talk
Sun 8 Dec 2013 Tree-mendous Decorations
Sat 14 Dec 2013 Christmas Wreaths
Sun 15 Dec 2013 Go Crackers with Glittery Crafts
Sat 21, Sun 22 Dec 2013 Santa at the Elan Grotto
Sun 29 Dec 2013 Dambusters Walk
Sat 4 - Sun 19 Jan 2014 Through a Volunteer's Eyes - Exhibition
Sun 12 Jan 2014 Paint the Winter Landscape Watercolour Workshop
Sun 26 Jan 2014 Star Meeting
Sat 15 Feb 2014 National Nest Box Day
Sun 16 Feb 2014 Knock Knock on the Fairy Door
Sat 22 Feb 2014 - Sun 2 Mar 2014 Off the Elan Valley Track - Ian Nicholson

Self-assessed accessibility details

Parking

  • Designated parking for guests with disabilities
  • Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
  • The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
  • is solid
  • Drop-off point for guests outside entrance

Entrance

  • Entrance is well lit

Public Areas

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
  • From the entrance to reception / ticket area
  • To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
  • To the gift shop
  • Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
  • Baby changing facilities
  • Hearing loop installed in public areas

Food

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
  • Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Menus available in large print (14pt and over)
  • Restaurant / cafe provide meals for visitors with special dietary requirements:
  • Sugar free (diabetic)
  • Gluten free (coeliacs)
  • Nut free
  • Vegetarian
  • Seating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchair
  • High chairs for children
  • Children's menu

General

  • Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
  • Clear signage
  • Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
  • Good colour/tonal contrast for visually impaired visitors
  • Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
  • Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
  • Audible alarm system
 
 
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