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Pubs in Mid Wales | Country Pubs, Real Ale and Food

Pubs Worth Planning Your Day Around

The pubs in Mid Wales are reason enough to visit. Not gastropubs with pretensions, but proper pubs where the fire is lit, the locals are friendly, and the beer is kept well. Many serve food that goes beyond the usual, using local lamb, Welsh beef and cheeses from the surrounding farms.

What Makes a Mid Wales Pub Different?

These are community pubs. In many small towns and villages, the pub is the social centre, the meeting place, the spot where walkers refuel and farmers wind down. They tend to be independently run, which means each one has its own character. Some have slate floors and beams. Others have been modernised with good taste. A few have barely changed in decades.

Real Ale and Local Brewing

Mid Wales has a growing craft brewing scene. Monty's Brewery in Montgomery, Evan Evans in Llandeilo, and several microbreweries across Powys, Ceredigion and Southern Snowdonia supply local pubs with cask ales that you will not find elsewhere. Ask what is local and you will usually get a decent recommendation.

Dog Friendly Pubs

Most pubs in rural Mid Wales welcome dogs, at least in the bar area. Some have dog bowls and treats behind the counter. It is part of the culture here. If you are walking with your dog, you will rarely have trouble finding somewhere to stop. Browse eating out options or dog friendly places to stay.

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Arthur's Restaurant & Bar

Address

Meadow Springs Country & Leisure Park, Ffinnant, Trefeglwys, Caersws, Powys, SY17 5QZ

Telephone
01686 430652

arthurs@meadowsprings.co.uk

Caersws

Dates

From:

10 Jan 2024to1 Jan 2027Various Opening Times

Arthur's Restaurant & Bar is THE place to eat, drink and meet friends and family. Situated on Meadow Springs Country & Leisure Park in Trefeglwys, near Caersws, Arthur's prides itself on using fresh, local produce, freshly cooked
Fairbourne Railway

Address

Beach Road, Fairbourne, Gwynedd, LL38 2EX

Telephone
01341 250362

office@fairbournerailway.com

Fairbourne

Narrow Gauge Steam Train journey offers superb views of Cadair Idris mountain range and Mawddach Estuary. G-Scale Railway and museum at Fairbourne. Can be accessed from Barmouth by means of the pedestrian ferry.

Price
Price £8.25 to £12.50 per adult
UNESCO Biosphere Reserve (Dyfi)

Address

Mid Wales, SY20 8ER

Experience the Wonder of Dyfi Biosphere: A Natural Gem Recognised by UNESCO
Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Dyfi Biosphere, an internationally recognised Biosphere Reserve designated by UNESCO. The reserve is a true gem, one of only six…
Ffynnonwen

Address

Plwmp, Llandysul, Ceredigion, SA44 6EY

Telephone
07904258814

info@ffynnonwen.com

Llandysul

Reconnect with nature in the heart of rural Wales at Ffynnonwen (pronounced Furnon Wen), 3 miles from Llangrannog beach. Off-grid camping & glamping, low-impact living and wild beauty. Dogs welcome.

Price
Price £22.00 to £80.00 per unit per night
Newtown Textile Museum

Address

Newtown Textile Museum, 5-7 Commercial Street, Newtown, Powys, SY16 2BL

Telephone
01686 622024

admin@newtowntextilemuseum.co.uk

Newtown

The Museum looks at the woollen industry, including looms and spinning wheels, and it's relationship to the town and its people and it includes other industries such as drapery, tanning and clog-making. Annual exhibitions. It gives visitors a chance…
Hergest Croft Gardens

Address

Hergest Croft Gardens, Ridgebourne Rd, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3EG

Telephone
01544 230160

gardens@hergest.co.uk

Kington

Hergest Croft Gardens near Kington on Wales / Hereford border has been created over 130 years by five generations of the Banks family. There are hidden valleys, woodland glades, open parkland, glorious flower borders and striking autumn colour.

Price
Price £9.50 to £34.00 per adult
Denmark Farm Conservation Centre | Meeting & Training Venue

Address

Betws Bledrws, Lampeter, Ceredigion, SA48 8PB

Telephone
01570 493358

info@denmarkfarm.org.uk

Lampeter

Denmark Farm is located in the heart of rural West Wales. Wildlife is at the heart of everything we do, from our campsite to our easy trails and nature-watching hides, and from our training courses to facilities for your own events.
Plas Dolau Country Estate | Meeting Room

Address

Lovesgrove, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3HP

Telephone
01970 617834

pat@plasdolau.co.uk

Aberystwyth

Plas Dolau Country Estate is set in 25 acres of peaceful countryside in the heart of the Rheidol Valley just 3 miles from the sea and the bustling University town of Aberystwyth.
Oriel Davies Gallery

Address

Oriel Davies Gallery, The Park, Newtown, Powys, SY16 2NZ

Telephone
01686 625041

desk@orieldavies.org

Newtown

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Oriel Davies Gallery, Newtown is a contemporary art gallery in the heart of Wales with an excellent cafe and shop . We are located in beautiful parkland alongside the River Severn.
Cae Hir Gardens

Address

Cribyn, Lampeter, Ceredigion, SA48 7NG

Telephone
07538789180

caehirgardens@gmail.com

Lampeter

A Welsh Garden with a Dutch History, Cae Hir is one of Wales' best loved private gardens. A remarkable demonstration of how ordinary can be made extraordinary simply by thinking outside the box, Cae Hir is a true garden with a difference.

Price
Price £2.50 per child to £7.50 Per Ticket
Cambrian Mountains Glamping and Camping | Felin Cottage

Address

Felin Gogoyan, Llanddewi Brefi, Tregaron, Ceredigion, SY25 6PA

Telephone
07812 461244

info@cambrianmountainsglampingandcamping.com

Tregaron

In a stunning area with private fishing for 1½ miles along the river, a cosy wood burner and a relaxing hot tub, this cottage has it all! Set well away from any traffic down a country lane you will find Felin Gogoyan, a cosy 2 bedroom cottage…
Llangoed Hall | Wedding Venue

Address

Llangoed Hall, Llyswen, Nr Brecon, Powys, LD3 0YP

Telephone
01874 754525

events@llangoedhall.com

Nr Brecon

Llangoed Hall for fine dining, conferences and meetings, weddings & special occasions
The Royston

Address

The Royston at Llwynaire, Llanbrynmair, Powys, SY19 7DX

Telephone
01650 519228

info@theroystonwales.com

Llanbrynmair

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

SUNDAY TIMES BEST HOTEL IN WALES 2019
The Royston is a unique, laid back, 7-room contemporary guest house on the outskirts of Llanbrynmair in the heart of Mid Wales.

Price
Price £129.00 to £159.00 per person per night
Moody Meadows | The Moo-Tel

Address

Bargoed Farm, Llwyncelyn, Aberaeron, Ceredigion, SA46 0HL

Telephone
01545 580 947

info@moodymeadows.co.uk

Aberaeron

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

The Moo-Tel, our holiday accommodation at Moody Meadows between Aberaeron and Newquay, is designed to suit your every need. With 11 purpose-built rooms with outside patio table and chairs, the Moo-Tel has everything you need for the perfect getaway…
By the Wye | Treehouse Cafe

Address

By the Wye, 1 Wyeside Cottages, Hay On Wye, Powys, HR3 5RS

Telephone
01497 828166

hello@bythewye.uk

Hay On Wye

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Treehouse café near Hay-on-Wye, Powys, serving locally sourced food, homemade cakes and barista coffee in a woodland setting overlooking the River Wye. A welcoming stop for walkers, visitors and locals looking to relax and enjoy the surroundings.…
Glampingstays

Address

Locations throughout Wales

Telephone
01237 426781

Locations throughout Wales

If you’re looking for a holiday with a difference, then glamping in Wales is a fabulous choice for your group of friends or family. Glampingstays offers several memorable options for a coastal or countryside retreat in Wales. From Shepherd’s huts to…
Garth Holiday Park | Rentals

Address

Garth Road, Machynlleth, Powys, SY208HQ

Telephone
01654 702194

info@garthapp.co.uk

Machynlleth

Garth Holiday Park is a family-run holiday park in Machynlleth, Powys, set above the Dyfi Valley with views towards Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park. Just a short walk from the historic market town, it offers a peaceful base for exploring Mid Wales,…

Price
Price £110.00 to £135.00 per unit per night
Trenewydd Farm Holiday Cottages

Address

Moylegrove, Cardigan, Pembrokeshire, SA43 3BJ

Telephone
01239 611971

hello@trenewydd.com

Cardigan

Dates

A lovely little complex of six dog friendly self-catering cottages and a shepherd's hut situated on the Pembrokeshire coast, with hot tubs and swimming pool. Conveniently located just outside St Dogmaels and Cardigan in the breathtaking landscapes…

Price
Price £140.00 to £280.00 per unit per night
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…
Tan-y-Fron Holiday Park | Holiday Homes

Address

Arran Road, Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 2AA

Telephone
01341 422638

info@tan-y-fron.co.uk

Dolgellau

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Tan-y-Fron Holiday Park is situated within the beautiful Snowdonia National Park and the nearest to the market town of Dolgellau which is only a few minutes walk (1/2 mile) away.
Ty Derw Country House B&B

Address

Old Road, Dinas Mawddwy, Nr Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9LR

Telephone
07970349965

tyderw@btinternet.com

Dinas Mawddwy, Nr Machynlleth

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Ty Derw is a charming Victorian stone built B&B in a picturesque setting in the Dovey Valley, about 12 miles from Machynlleth and Dolgellau. The four guest rooms have been refurbished to a very high standard. Ample parking.

Price
Price £50.00 to £57.50 per person per night for bed & breakfast