Elan Valley Visitor Centre | Cafe at Cwm Elan | Elan Valley & Visitor Centre

Elan Valley Visitor Centre

Cafe, free entry

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Nr Rhayader,
Powys,
LD6 5HP

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** THE VISITOR CENTRE & CAFE IS NOW CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE IN LINE WITH UK WIDE EFFORTS TO DELAY THE SPREAD OF CORONAVIRUS **

The Visitor Centre cafe has a spacious seating area with windows all around to enjoy the wonderful view of the River Elan and Caban Coch Dam. There is a patio area with picnic tables for people wishing to sit outside in fine weather. Well behaved dogs are welcome in the café.

The cafe serves a range of meals, including breakfasts, light snacks and main meals. Welsh cakes, bara brith and many other cakes are baked on the premises. Last orders for food are taken at 4pm in summer and 3pm in winter.

There is also a well stocked gift shop with a wide range of useful maps, books, toys, locally sourced crafts and souvenirs.

Coaches are welcome to use the cafe, but it is important that you contact the centre prior to arrival if you are planning a visit so that delays can be kept to a minimum.

www.elanvalley.org.uk

Please note that the amenities listed can be found at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre rather than relating to the whole Estate. 2 EV Charging Points. Parking Charge per vehicle.

Prices

Free entry

£2 car parking fee - covers you for all the car parks for the whole day. Season tickets are also available.

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Contact

Visitor Centre

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www.elanvalley.org.uk

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Address

Nr Rhayader,
Powys,
LD6 5HP

Location and nearby places

Directions

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Map reference: SN 928646 Lat: 52.26932 Long: -3.57227

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By Car: The Elan Valley is 3 miles from the town of Rhyader on an unclassified road leading from the B4518. The town of Rhyader is crossed by the main A470 (North/South) and A44 (East) roads. £2.50 car parking charge covers you for the whole of the Estate's car parks, all day.

Season tickets for car parking are also available, costing £20 for twelve months, please ask at the Visitor Centre Information Desk.
There are two electric charging points located at the Visitor Centre Car Park.

By Public Transport: Rhayader has no train station (the nearest being Llandrindod Wells) but is connected by a local bus network. The Elan Valley is connected by local public transport via Rhayader on request/pre-booking ONLY.

www.traveline-cymru.info

Parking: with charge

Facilities

Baby changing facilities
Coach parties accepted
Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Credit cards accepted (with charge)
Disabled toilets
Education/study area
Facilities for groups
Facilities for educational visits
Gift shop
On-site catering
On-site light refreshments
Picnic site
Postbox
Public toilets
Welcome Host
Accepts groups
Electric car charging point

Children welcome
Disabled access
Dogs accepted
Smoking not allowed

Please note that the amenities listed can be found at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre rather than relating to the whole Estate. 2 EV Charging Points. Parking Charge per vehicle.

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

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

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

Entrance

Entrance is well lit

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