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Central Powys | Heart of Mid Wales

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  1. Image Creditl Glyndwrs Way
    Llandrindod Wells, or 'Landod' as it is known to locals, is the administrative centre of Powys and one of its largest towns. As the name suggests, Llandrindod Wells owes its origins to the spring waters.
  2.  Memorial to Prince Llywelyn the Last at Cilmeri
    Builth Wells is home to the Royal Welsh Show, red kites and the final resting place of Wales' last prince, Llewelyn the Last.
  3. Judge's Lodging
    Presteigne, (Llanandras in Welsh), was once the county town of Radnorshire and nestles at the heart of the Mid Wales Marches on the border of Wales and England. Presteigne and Norton have been designated by DarkSky International as the very first Dark Sky Community in the UK.
  4. Rhayader Town
    A busy, historic market town, Rhayader is named after 'Rhayadr Gwy', a Welsh name for a local waterfall on the Wye. The town is situated in the very heart of Mid Wales in the beautiful Upper Wye Valley sheltered by the Cambrian Mountains.
  5. Knighton
    Knighton is a Mid Wales Marches town with a remarkable landscape and rich history. Located on the scenic Heart of Wales railway line, it makes a great base to explore the Offa's Dyke Path or Glyndwr's Way National Trails.

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  1. Address

    Rhandirmwyn, Llandovery, Carmarthenshire, SA20 0PG

    Llandovery

    Llyn Brianne is a spectacular reservoir at almost 300m (990ft) above sea level. It holds over 64million cubic metres of water contained by a 91m (300ft) stone-built dam and is the largest of its kind in Europe.

    Add Llyn Brianne Reservoir & Dam to your Itinerary

  2. Address

    Elan Valley Visitor Centre, Elan Valley, Rhayader, Powys, LD6 5HP

    Telephone

    01597 810880

    Rhayader

    Dates

    From:
    19 Aug 2026to21 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 15:00

    The Elan Valley Dark Sky Team brings the stars to the Elan Valley Visitor Centre with their pop-up planetarium.
    Learn about the solar system, the night sky, planets, galaxies and what lies beyond.

    Indicative Availability

    Book Elan Valley Planetarium Online (opens in a new window)

    Add Elan Valley Planetarium to your Itinerary

  3. Address

    Elan Valley, Glanfaron, Rhayader, LD6 5HW

    Telephone

    01654 700222

    Glanfaron

    Carngafallt is a wonderful place to see birds or simply enjoy the view. The moorland landscape looks especially colourful in late summer, while spring is the perfect time to come and see migrant birds.

    Add RSPB Carngafallt Nature Reserve to your Itinerary

  4. Address

    Rhaeadr Gwy | Rhayader, Powys, LD6 5BU

    Rhaeadr Gwy | Rhayader

    A circular 84 mile route following quiet country lanes, and crossing some of Mid-Wales' most spectacular scenery. For those with mountain-bike skills, there are exciting off-road alternatives.

    Add Radnor Ring Cycle Route to your Itinerary

  5. Address

    Royal Welsh Showground, Llanelwedd, Builth Wells, Powys, LD2 3SY

    Telephone

    01982 553683

    Builth Wells

    Dates

    From:
    30 Nov 2026to1 Dec 2026

    As one of the finest prime stock shows in Europe, the Winter Fair draws crowds from far and wide to enjoy two-days packed full of competitions, festivities and Christmas shopping.

    Add Royal Welsh Winter Fair to your Itinerary

  6. Llangynllo Railway Station

    Address

    Llangynllo, LD7 1SY

    Telephone

    0800 464 0000

    Llangynllo railway station is on the Heart of Wales Line which runs from Shrewsbury to Swansea and is located 1.5 miles north of the village.

    Add Llangynllo Railway Station to your Itinerary

  7. Address

    Llanwrtyd Wells, Powys, LD5 4RW

    Telephone

    07493 654048

    Dates

    From:
    15 Aug 2026Open 16:00 -

    Another chance to become a world champion, and all you have to do is pedal your mountain bikes the fastest!

    Indicative Availability

    Book World Mountain Bike Chariot Racing Championship - Green Events Online (opens in a new window)

    Add World Mountain Bike Chariot Racing Championship - Green Events to your Itinerary

  8. Address

    Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 6BL

    Telephone

    01597 822600

    Llandrindod Wells

    The 13-acre Llandrindod Lake, an unexpected feature of the town with a magnificent dragon statue at its centre, is a perfect place for a gentle stroll or leisure cycle ride.

    Add Llandrindod Wells Lake Park to your Itinerary

  9. Address

    Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5PD

    Telephone

    01597 823298

    Powys

    A broadleaved woodland that sits alongside the River Ithon. Teeming with birds and flowers, this is a small nature reserve with a lot of wildlife.

    Add Bailey Einon Nature Reserve to your Itinerary

  10. Address

    Llechrhyd Terrace, nr Builth Wells, Powys, LD2 3PY

    Telephone

    0800 464 0000

    nr Builth Wells

    Builth Wells has a railway station two miles north of the town; Builth Road is on the Heart of Wales Line which runs from Shrewsbury to Swansea.

    Add Builth Road Railway Station to your Itinerary

  11. Address

    Hay Castle, Oxford Road, Hay-on-Wye, Powys, HR3 5DG

    Telephone

    01497 820079

    Hay-on-Wye

    Hay Castle sets the imagination soaring. Once a great medieval stronghold, the castle and the grounds in the heart of Mid Wales are alive with possibilities once again.

    Add Hay Castle | Wedding Venue to your Itinerary

  12. Address

    Llanwrtyd Wells, Powys, LD5 4RW

    Telephone

    07493 654048

    Dates

    From:
    29 Aug 2026

    Watch friends, family and fellow competitors as they race around the bog field!

    Indicative Availability

    Book Bogathlon - Return of the mud! - Green Events Online (opens in a new window)

    Add Bogathlon - Return of the mud! - Green Events to your Itinerary

  13. Address

    Llanwrtyd Wells, Powys, LD5 4RW

    Llanwrtyd Wells

    Many of the locations in Llanwrtyd Wells have an interesting history and walking the Heritage Trail is an excellent way of learning about the town and taking in the beautiful surroundings.

    Add Llanwrtyd Wells | Heritage Trail to your Itinerary

  14. Llangammarch Wells

    Address

    Llangammarch Wells, Powys, LD4 4EE

    Llangammarch Wells

    Llangammarch Wells lies south-west of Builth Wells and east of Llanwrtyd Wells and is the smallest of the four spa towns/villages of Mid Wales.

    Add Llangammarch Wells to your Itinerary

  15. Address

    Newbridge-on-Wye, Builth Wells, Powys, LD2 3RU

    Telephone

    0300 065 3000

    Builth Wells

    The Cors y Llyn Reserve is one of several mires in the old county of Radnorshire and is located to the south of Newbridge-on-Wye.

    Add Cors Y Llyn Nature Reserve to your Itinerary

  16. Address

    Rhayader Town Centre, Rhayader - Shrewsbury, LD6 5BU

    Telephone

    01179268893

    Rhayader - Shrewsbury

    This section of route 81 heads North East via Llanidloes, Newtown and Welshpool towards Shrewsbury and England.

    Add Sustrans Route 81: Rhayader - Shrewsbury to your Itinerary

  17. Address

    The Rodd, Presteigne, Powys, LD8 2LL

    Telephone

    01544 260149

    Presteigne

    Dates

    From:
    11 July 2026to4 Oct 2026

    The Sidney Nolan Art Prize Exhibition presents more than 50 artworks selected from over 1,600 international submissions to the inaugural Sidney Nolan Art Prize.

    Price

    Price £5.65 per concession to £6.30 per adult

    Add Sidney Nolan Art Prize Exhibition to your Itinerary

  18. Address

    Radnor Forest Stage., Kinnerton, Powys, LD8 2PG

    Kinnerton

    Dates

    From:
    12 Sept 2026Various Opening Times

    The forests of Mid Wales will echo to the sound of rally cars once again as the Britpart Woodpecker Stages returns. Expect spectacular driving, fierce competition and an unforgettable atmosphere.

    Add Britpart Woodpecker Stages to your Itinerary

  19. Address

    Newport Street, Hay-on-Wye, Powys, HR3 5BG

    Telephone

    01497 821762

    Hay-on-Wye

    The Globe at Hay is an independent arts centre, embracing an ever changing arts landscape; year round we showcase talent found on our doorstep.

    Add The Globe at Hay to your Itinerary

  20. Address

    Oxford Road, Hay-on-Wye, Powys, HR3 5DG

    Telephone

    01497 820079

    Hay-on-Wye

    Hay Castle sets the imagination soaring. Once a great medieval stronghold, the castle and the grounds in the welsh borderlands are alive with possibilities once again as a centre for cultural, arts and education.

    Add Hay Castle | Castell Y Gelli to your Itinerary

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