Severn Valley & UNESCO Dyfi Biosphere - Day 1
A 3 day short break in Mid Wales with places to stay and things to do. Charge your car at our suggested overnight stop. Day 1 Welshpool to the Machynlleth and the UNESCO Dyfi Biosphere
Make BrochureMorning
Welshpool is a thriving town with an indoor market, a range of shopping opportunities and the Montgomery Canal Basin is home to the Powisland Museum. The Welshpool Tourist Information Centre is located in the main park park.
Next stop - Powis Castle, the Gardens and Castle are a delight to wander around at any time of year.
The expert and welcoming staff at Welshpool Tourist Information Centre offer independent assistance with the planning of routes and the booking of accommodation and of information on places or events to visit.
1 Vicarage Gardens, Church Street, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 7DD
World famous terraced garden and medieval castle containing one of the finest collections of paintings and furniture in Wales.
Powis Castle, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 8RF
The Montgomery Canal, or ‘The Monty’ as it’s fondly referred to, stretches from Newtown to Llanymynech in Wales, and continues over the border into England to Frankton Locks where it joins the Llangollen Canal.
Welshpool, Powys, UK
Lunch
Powis Castle’s restaurant has long been acknowledged as an example of excellence. Enjoy a variety of traditional dishes made with local, seasonal ingredients such as organic Welsh black beef, sourced from a local farm.
Powis Castle, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 8RF
Afternoon
Arriving in the Machynlleth in the heart of the UNESCO Dyfi Biosphere, you can make an afternoon visit to nearby Centre for Alternative Technology and discover all you need to know about eco technology and lifestyles.
Other places to visit in nearby Corris are King Arthur's Labyrinth where you can follow the legend of King Arthur's travels or for something completely different the Corris Mine Explorers will take you into the abandoned workings of an old slate mine.
Visit the Corris Craft Centre to find local craft producers including the award-winning Dyfi Distillery - a wonderful place to browse and find that perfect reminder of your visit.
For afternoon tea, try Y Crochan Cafe at Corris Craft Centre
Nestled in the stunning UNESCO Dyfi Biosphere in Mid Wales, the Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT) is a world-renowned eco centre that researches and supports greener ways of living. Now open for pre-booked visits.
Llwyngwern Quarry, Pantperthog, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9AZ
Sail deep in the mountains of Southern Snowdonia, through a magical waterfall, into a mythical world filled with dragons, giants, fierce battles and the legendary King Arthur. Welsh legends unfold as your Dark Age Boatman guides you.
King Arthurs Labyrinth, Corris Craft Centre, Corris, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9RF
Get kitted up before venturing into the abandoned workings of this secret underground world. Explore and feel the dark, damp mine's history come alive as the expert guide shares its stories. Winner of Best Experience in Mid Wales 2019 / 20
Corris Craft Centre, Corris, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9RF
A small craft village in Mid Wales home to 9 unique studios where you can meet the Makers and see many of the crafts being made. Get creative in a craft workshop. All-weather King Arthur's Labyrinth and Corris Mine Explorers start here too.
Corris, nr Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9RF
Our all-day menu features lots of fresh, seasonal and local produce. Call in for morning coffee, lunches and afternoon tea whilst enjoying the surrounding 9 Craft Studios and a range of visitor experiences including King Arthur's Labyrinth.
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Corris, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9RF
Evening
An attractive award winning restaurant serving the very best of local dishes and cosy bar and lounge make a visit to the Wynnstay an absolute must.
Head Chef Gareth Johns follows the Slow Food Principles of “Good, Clean and Fair” and the menu represents a personal distillation of nearly 30 years experience based very firmly on fantastic Welsh produce.
Speciality: Welsh Traditional & Modern
- Chef: Mr Gareth John
- Covers: 90
Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8AE
