Try your hand at something you've never tried before, and immerse yourself in new experiences.
Learn a new skill with countryside courses including dry stone walling, or pick up a paintbrush and book yourself onto an inspiring art workshop.
Take in the views aboard a hot air balloon, or if you have passion for railways you could try driving your very own steam train through the Mid Wales countryside.
If that sounds too energetic, enjoy a truly relaxing experience at one of Mid Wales' spas or wellbeing centres, or unwind at a yoga retreat.
Unique and memorable experiences ...
Spa and Holistic Therapy
The Rock Spa
Llandrindod Wells
A magnificent 18m heated swimming pool with whirlpool spa and luxurious Sauna and Steamroom. Our gym contains the latest aerobic and cardiovascular equipment linked to your individual TV and sound system.
Plas Talgarth | Health & Leisure Club
Machynlleth
The Macdonald Plas Talgarth Resort occupies 64 acres of parkland on the edge of Southern Snowdonia includes a Leisure Club & Wellness Spa
Lake Vyrnwy Hotel: Spa Thermal Suite & Gym
Lake Vyrnwy
Experience a whole new level of serenity in the Lake Vyrnwy Hotel Spa Thermal Suite with a view. Be ready to be really pampered and enjoy everything you’d expect from a top class spa—a relaxing experience, treatments, and a fitness centre.
Leisure & Wellness
Aberdovey
Rain or shine, there's lots to do and enjoy at the Trefeddian Hotel in Mid Wales. Set in over 15 acres of perfectly-presented grounds, the Trefeddian Hotel in Aberdovey offers panoramic views from two terraces.
Bailey Balloons offer a personal, friendly service and a memorable hot air balloon flight experience!
The experience will last 3-4 hours with about an hour's flight with a glass of chilled Champagne on touch down and a commemorative flight certificate to take away.
Music and Dance Events
Explore the great outdoors ...
Watersports
Kayaking
New Quay
Hire one of our kayaks to paddle around the bay. Book a taster session to give you some basic tips. Book on one of our escorted 2 hour tours.
Want to Canoe?
Hay-on-Wye
We warmly invite you to hire a canoe and discover the beauty of the River Wye.
Canoeing
Cardigan
Winding towards the sea the deep, tidal Teifi Gorge is a unique environment where fresh and salt waters meet and the species it is home to forms one of the most varied aquatic landscapes in the country.
Kayaking / Sea Kayaking
Cardigan
We are blessed with some of the most impressive coastline in the west. High cliffs, islands, caves and of course the resident dolphin pod makes our Sea Kayaking one of our firm favourite activities but we also do lessons in Kayaking.
Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP)
Cardigan
Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) is a sport originating in Hawaii as an off-shoot of surfing. They enable surfers to paddle farther into the ocean than is typical or to paddle standing up as a sport unto itself.
Surfing
Cardigan
Learn to surf at one of our local blue flag beaches with trained and experienced instructors. West Wales has some of the most consistent beach breaks in the country, so join us for an introduction to wave riding.
Tubing
Cardigan
Enjoy floating down the river Teifi in white water sitting in a big inflatable tube. Tubing is a fun adventure complete with adrenaline filled moments of white water along the way.
White Water Rafting
Cardigan
When the river levels increase, it’s time to blow up the raft and get some white water on falls up to grade 4. 10km of natural paddling on white and gently flowing water taking in the best drops on the Teifi.
National White Water Centre
Bala
The National White Water Centre has over 30 years of experience in providing white water rafting at the best summer white water facility in the UK.
Canyoning
Ystradgynlais
The best way of describing our canyoning activity is white water rafting but without the raft. With our guides, you descend a stunning steep sided gorge by various ways and means!
Surfing on Gower
Ystradgynlais
Surfing with Adventure Britain. One of Wales' largest outdoor activity providers. For your peace of mind we are licensed with the Adventure Activities Licensing Authority. Are you a bit of a beach bum ?
Paint the landscape and experience a tailor made and inspiring art workshop.
Try a countryside experience you'll never forget from dry stone walling, to working weekends with your gun dog, and straw bale building.
Browse country courses
Experience the thrill of firing and driving a full-sized steam or diesel locomotive on one of Britain's premier preserved railways.
Whether it's to realise a lifelong ambition, or as that very special railway gift, driving a railway locomotive in Mid Wales is an amazing adventure.
And plenty of places to stay ...
Townhouse
Aberystwyth
The Townhouse is a large Victorian house with enclosed courtyard garden, and is situated in a quiet cul-de-sac by the Marina and South Beach and is less than a minute's walk to Aberystwyth beach and nearest pub. Free on street parking.
Self-catering with 1 unit, £990-£1980 pupw sleeps 8-11
Blue Grass Cottages
Aberystwyth
Set in the heart of Cardigan Bay, Blue Grass Cottages are situated in the hamlet of Chancery just a short drive form Aberystwyth. Tranquil and relaxing surroundings where you can unwind and enjoy the countryside. Spectacular views.
Self-catering with 3 units, £57-£130 pupn sleeps 1-5
Capel Cartref
Ystradgynlais
Capel Cartref was formerly a chapel built in 1930. The lounge ceiling is vaulted, exposing the original beams of the chapel. Window sills, shutters, kitchen cornice etc have been hand-crafted by proprietor from the original pews.
Self-catering with 1 unit, £900-£1480 pupw sleeps 2-10
The Vulcan Lodge
Rhayader
Vulcan Lodge Cottages - created by the imaginative conversion of an 18th century country inn into 5 luxury cottages. They are spacious, full of character and have a high specification which brings luxury and style,
Self-catering with 5 units, £316-£932 pupw sleeps 2-6
Garden Cottage @ Torrent Walk
Dolgellau
Dog Friendly Self-Catering Cottage - Sleeping 5 in 3 rooms with beautiful views over Cader Idris, Snowdonia. Real log fire and Wifi available. Great for couples, short breaks, family escapes and walking holidays.
Self-catering with 1 unit, £510-£800 pupw sleeps 2-5
Llangoed Hall
Brecon
Llangoed Hall Hotel is set within 17 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens. It is the 'home from home' that you would expect from your 'best friend's Country House'.
Country House Hotel with 25 rooms, £99-£900 prpn
Bythynnod Bryn Caled Cottages
Bala
Three barn conversions with private hot tubs out side each cottage. Perfect country holiday for families and romantic couples.
Self-catering with 3 units, £575-£1355 pupw sleeps 2-7
Nannerth Country Holidays
Rhayader
Choose from 3 quality self catering cottages near Rhayader & The Elan Valley. Set on our 200 acre farm, Nannerth is set in astonishingly beautiful countryside. Relax under the stars in your own private hot tub.
Self-catering with 3 units, £325-£1332 pupw sleeps 2-7
Croft Farm & Celtic Cottages
Cardigan
Award winning family friendly cottages with luxury onsite indoor heated pool, sauna & gym. Enjoy private hot tubs and log burners. Situated in unspoilt countryside close to Cardigan Bay & Pembrokeshire National Park. Dog friendly.
Self-catering with 10 units, £500-£4900 pupw sleeps 1-12
Luxury Lodges Wales
Caersws
The lodges are situated in a peaceful and tranquil setting over-looking the Trannon valley, near Newtown, Mid Wales providing sumptuous accommodation to a 5-star standard. Sited on a eighty-acre estate with two wild-life ponds.
Self-catering with 7 units, £495-£1150 pupw sleeps 2-6
The Old Vicarage, Corris
Machynlleth
The Old Vicarage, Corris was built 1875, has been completely renovated in the last year. It has 4 large bedrooms, a guest lounge offering first class accommodation and hospitality.
Guest Accommodation with 4 rooms, £130-£170 prpnb
Trefeddian Hotel
Aberdovey
Located half a mile from the picturesque harbour village of Aberdyfi, with panoramic views of Cardigan Bay. Relax in comfort and enjoy fine food complimented by friendly service. Lift & indoor swimming pool. Families of all ages welcome.
Country House Hotel with 59 rooms, £82-£200 pppn, £100-£125 pppnb
Tynrhelyg Holiday Cottages
Talybont
Two new barn conversions tastefully renovated to a very high standard throughout. Situated in a peaceful and picturesque valley. Convenient to the seaside and the Cambrian Mountains. Croeso Cynnes Cymreig yn aros amdanoch.
Self-catering with 2 units, £480-£950 pupw sleeps 1-6
Pen-Y-Bont Hotel
Tywyn
A 16th Century Coaching Inn with spectacular views across Talyllyn Lake, near Cader Idris. Enjoy the Lakeside Beer Garden and Log fires in the Bar and Restaurant. We are waiting to welcome you to our little piece of Heaven on Earth!
Inn with 5 rooms, £90-£165 prpnb
Seven Stars Self-Catering
Llandrindod Wells
A contemporarily,converted 1700's oak framed barn. Modern open plan and minimalist style on the inside, traditionally timber-clad on the outside. The Seven Stars Lodge stands under big skies, between a mighty ridge and the Elan Valleys.
Self-catering with 1 unit, £90-£150 pupn sleeps 1-4
Trenewydd Farm Holiday Cottages
Cardigan
Relax by our outdoor heated pool and hot tub spas after walking the coastal path, playing on the many local beaches or watching dolphins in Cardigan Bay - a typical day at Trenewydd!
Self-catering with 6 units, £570-£1040 pupw sleeps 2-9
Rhoslwyn
Lampeter
Rhoslwyn is a charming detached stone Welsh cottage with garden set in rural surroundings 10 miles from Lampeter. Rhoslwyn sleeps 3 in two bedrooms, dogs welcome. Home cinema. Superfast Fibre WiFi
Self-catering with 1 unit, £385-£525 pupw sleeps 1-3
Murmur Aeron
Tregaron
A relaxing and spacious holiday home in the heart of the Aeron Valley, with scenic views from all the rooms. Located between the Cambrian Mountains and Cardigan Bay. Ideal holiday location for families, walkers, cyclists and nature lovers.
Self-catering with 1 unit, £485-£655 pupw sleeps 1-6
Station House & Station Cottage
Ystrad Meurig
Station House & Station Cottage were originally part of Strata Florida Railway Station and now located by Cors Caron National Nature Reserve and Cambrian Mountains and the Ystwyth cycle trail ideal for bird watchers, cyclists and walkers.
Self-catering with 2 units, £395-£575 pupw sleeps 1-4
Bryncarnedd Cottages
Aberystwyth
Bryncarnedd Cottages are located 1 mile from Aberystwyth’s town center. Nestled in the immediate countryside at the top of Aberystwyth, these cottages enjoy the closeness to the town as well as being just far enough out to enjoy the country
Self-catering with 20 units, £500-£4000 pupw sleeps 2-18
