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Dark Skies Accommodation in Mid Wales

Dark Skies Accommodation

Mid Wales has some of the darkest skies in Britain. The Elan Valley near Rhayader is a designated Dark Sky Park. The Brecon Beacons hold International Dark Sky Reserve status. And the Cambrian Mountains, with almost nobody living in them, are darker still.

What this means in practice: on a clear night from a cottage doorstep near Tregaron, you can see the Milky Way with your bare eyes. From a B&B garden above the Elan Valley, you can watch satellites crossing overhead. From a campsite in the Beacons, the sky looks completely different from anything you see at home.

The properties listed here are in areas with low light pollution. Some provide stargazing guides, telescopes, or tips on where to go for the best views. Others simply happen to be in a very dark place, which is enough.

The best stargazing months are October to March, when the nights are longer and the air tends to be clearer. But even in summer, after 11pm, the skies over the Cambrian Mountains are worth staying up for. The Elan Valley has regular stargazing events, and Brecon Beacons National Park runs astronomy evenings through the autumn and winter.

If dark skies matter to you, look for accommodation in the Elan Valley, around Rhayader, Tregaron, Llanwrtyd Wells, or in the hills between Machynlleth and Llanidloes. These are among the darkest places in Wales.

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Strata Florida Abbey Visitor Centre

Address

Strata Florida Abbey, Pontrhydfendigaid, Ceredigion, SY25 6ES

info@strataflorida.org.uk

Pontrhydfendigaid

Strata Florida Abbey or Ystrad Fflur as it is known locally, is on the western edge of the Cambrian mountains. It was established by the Cistercian monks in 1164 and is the final resting place for generations of medieval Welsh princes.
Maes Bach

Address

25 Bath Street, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 2NN

Telephone
07966502715

mererid.jones@yahoo.com

Aberystwyth

Maes Bach is a four bedroom self-catering house in the centre of Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, sleeping up to seven guests. Located on Bath Street, it is a short walk from the seafront, promenade, shops, cafés and the railway station, making it a…

Price
Price £250.00 to £400.00 per unit per night
Canvas & Campfires

Address

Pant Yr Hwch, Llanwnnen, Lampeter, Ceredigion, SA48 7LY

Telephone
01570 434542

ellie@canvasandcampfires.co.uk

Lampeter

Canvas & Campfires in West Wales is a luxury glamping site set on an 11-acre smallholding. The site has five safari tents, and a beautiful converted cowshed called Beudy Bach.

Price
Price £900.00 to £1,200.00 per unit per night
The Sleeping Giant Hotel

Address

Penycae Inn, Brecon Road, Penycae, Swansea Valley, Powys, SA9 1FA

Telephone
01639 730100

info@thesleepinggianthotel.co.uk

Penycae, Swansea Valley

At The Sleeping Giant in Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park, experience the perfect blend of luxury, charm, and nature. Named after the nearby mountain that resembles a slumbering giant, our hotel captures the essence of the Welsh…
The Metropole Hotel | Weddings & Occasions

Address

The Metropole Hotel, Temple Street, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5DY

Telephone
01597 825890

info@metropole.co.uk

Llandrindod Wells

Whether you are planning a large wedding celebration or a small intimate gathering The Metropole Hotel & Spa in Llandrindod Wells is the perfect venue for a special wedding day.
Dolphin Survey Boat Trips

Address

Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre, Cilgraig, Gilfachreda, New Quay, Ceredigion, SA45 9SP

Telephone
01545560032

steve@cbmwc.org

Gilfachreda, New Quay

Dolphin Survey Boat Trips based in New Quay on the Mid Wales Coast, operate a choice of Boat Trips from 1 hour, 2 hours, 4 hours or all day.

Price
Price £14.00 per child to £140.00 Per Group
Spring Rock Holidays

Address

Ffaldau Lane, Llandegley, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5UE

Telephone
07970 092160

enquiries@springrockfishery.co.uk

Llandrindod Wells

Spring Rock Holidays is next to the imposing landscape of Llandegley Rocks. Walk in the footsteps of our ancestors and visit the Iron Age monument, admire the breathtaking views of the land below and bask under the expansive skies and wingspans of…
The Rodd Estate | Orchard Cottage

Address

The Rodd, Presteigne, Powys, LD8 2LL

Telephone
01544 260149

stay@sidneynolantrust.org

Presteigne

This lovely, one-bedroomed space can accommodate up to two people (and one well-behaved dog) comfortably. Ample parking. Available all-year-round for 3-, 4-, or 7-night stays.
The lovely one-bedroom cottage, formerly the gardener’s cottage, sits…

Price
Price £615.00 per unit per week
The Judge's Lodging

Address

Broad Street, Presteigne, Powys, LD8 2AD

Telephone
01544 260650

info@judgeslodging.org.uk

Presteigne

Explore the fascinating world of the Victorian Judges, their servants and felonious guests at this award-winning Historic House.
Quackers Indoor Play Centre

Address

Newmead Farm, Newbridge-on-Wye, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 6HR

Telephone
01597 860111

quackersnow1@gmail.com

Llandrindod Wells

Quackers is an indoor and outdoor play centre and facilities include the Cowshed Cafe, party rooms, small meeting room, outdoor sandpit, play equipment and pedal go-cart track and a wildlife lake.
Centre For Alternative Technology | WISE Conference Centre

Address

Centre For Alternative Technology, Llwyngwern Quarry, Pantperthog, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9AZ

Telephone
01654 704973

venue.hire@cat.org.uk

Pantperthog, Machynlleth

WISE Conference Centre has impressive facilities that can deliver successful conferences, in memorable spaces.
The Sheppard Theatre comfortably holds 180 delegates within its circular, rammed earth walls and has an adjoining exhibition/reception…
Teithiau Cerdded | DYFI Walking Tours

Address

Southern Snowdonia & Dyfi Valley, Gwynedd, SY20 9TG

Telephone
01650 531237

robertarfonhughes@gmail.com

Dyfi Walking Tours in southern Snowdonia takes visitors to iconic buildings, historical settings, marvellous countryside and remarkable human stories with the Welsh language at the heart of the tour.
Westwood Park Hotel

Address

Westwood Park Hotel, Salop Road, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 7EA

Telephone
07516512869

westwoodparkhotel622@gmail.com

Welshpool

A traditional pub and bed and breakfast situated in Welshpool. Comfortable rooms. delicious breakfast, free Wifi, great location. Perfect for leisure and business stays.
The Wynnstay | Food & Drink

Address

Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8AE

Telephone
01654 702941

croeso@wynnstay.wales

Machynlleth

This long established hotel strikes a stylish balance of the modern and the classical. Chef Gareth Johns ably updates classic dishes and reworks them for the modern appetite. Fully licensed restaurant
Dwr Y Felin Log Cabins

Address

Winllan Lane, Carno, Powys, SY17 5LE

Telephone
07515 433787

sarah@dwryfelin.co.uk

Carno

Dwr Y Felin Log Cabins are located on a secluded spot on our working farm, just a short 5 minute walk from village amenities in the heart of Mid Wales - the perfect destination for anyone looking to get away from it all and enjoy a tranquil and…

Price
Price £592.00 to £1,180.00 per unit per week
Woodlands Devil's Bridge | Holiday Home Park

Address

Devil's Bridge, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3JW

Telephone
01970 890233

enquiries@woodlandsdevilsbridge.co.uk

Aberystwyth

The Woodlands Holiday Home Park is divided into two areas, the lower and the top. The caravans are surrounded by large areas of grass, or situated on small private terraces. Each plot is spacious and is serviced by a tarmac road.
Adventure Britain Group Accommodation

Address

Adventure Britain, Ty Anturiaeth, 83 Church Road, Seven Sisters, Neath, SA10 9DT

Telephone
01639 700388

Seven Sisters

Value for money Visit Wales quality graded Merlins bunkhouse is used for Adventure Britain Activity Holidays. Situated on the southern edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park.
Usk and Railway Inn

Address

Sennybridge, Brecon, Powys, LD3 8RS

Telephone
01874 636101

hello@uskandrailwayinn.com

Brecon

A very friendly Inn at the centre of Sennybridge village, in the Brecon Beacons National Park.

Price
Price £39.50 per person per night to £99.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast
Telyn Guided Tours | Blue Badge Guide

Address

Snowdonia Mountains & Coast, Harlech, Gwynedd, LL46 2SW

Telephone
07732 340728

sian.rob@btinternet.com

Harlech

Explore Snowdonia on foot, coach, or rail, with an expert guide. Sian is a Blue Badge Guide and member of the Wales Best Guides Association.
Llangoed Hall | Corporate

Address

Llyswen, Nr Brecon, Powys, LD3 0YP

Telephone
01874 754525

eventsmanager@llangoedhall.com

Nr Brecon

Llangoed Hall Hotel is a truly unique country house hotel situated in the stunning Wye Valley. This impressive building dating from 1632, was formerly known as Llangoed Castle. Llangoed Hall Hotel is set within 17 acres of beautiful landscaped…