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Towns and Villages in Powys

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  1. Montgomery Canal, Welshpool
    Welshpool is nestled in the heart of the picturesque in north Powys / Severn Valley. Explore Powis Castle, take a scenic walk along the Montgomery Canal, or browse the independent shops and traditional markets for local treasures. Discover the area's rich heritage at the Welshpool and Llanfair Light Railway and whether you're looking for an idyllic weekend break or a family adventure, Welshpool is the perfect destination.
  2. Newtown | Broad Street
    Y Drenewydd (Newtown) is a small riverside market town on the River Severn in Mid Wales, easy to walk with independent shops, cafés, galleries and green spaces all close together. Follow riverside paths and town trails through Dolerw Park, explore public art and heritage sites, or head out to the Montgomery Canal, Severn Way and nearby countryside. Families can enjoy a well-equipped playpark, mountain bike trail and BMX pump track within walking distance of the town centre, while museums and regular events bring the town’s industrial and social history to life. Newtown makes a relaxed base to stay and explore more of Mid Wales.
  3. Llanidloes market day
    Llanidloes is a small historic market town in Mid Wales; it is the first town along the River Severn.
  4. mid wales, machynlleth, town, holidays, visiting
    Unwind in the heart of the Dyfi Biosphere at Machynlleth. Part of the UNESCO Dyfi Biosphere and offers exciting activities, from mountain biking to exploring the natural beauty of Mid Wales. The Centre for Alternative Technology is an excellent place to learn about environmentalism, while the annual comedy festival and independent shops are bound to give you a laugh and an unforgettable shopping experience. Don’t forget to check out the King Arthur's Labyrinth and Corris Mine Explorers. With the perfect mix of history, art, culture and outdoor activities, Machynlleth has something for everyone.
  5. 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.
  6. Montgomery Town Hall
    Montgomery, known in Welsh as Trefaldwyn, is a little town with a big history! It's seen everything from the Iron Age to the Romans, Saxons, Normans and even the English Civil War! This Georgian gem is tucked away from the hustle and bustle.
  7.  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.
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. 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.
  11. Brecon Town Centre
    Brecon is a historic market town where you'll enjoy losing yourself...not only in the narrow streets and passageways lined with Georgian and Jacobean shopfronts, but in the sense of timelessness about the place.
  12. Image Credit: Crown Copyright
    Abergavenny is the traditional gateway to South Wales and to the Brecon Beacons National Park. The old market town is surrounded by beautiful border countryside and home to the best food festival in the UK.
  13. 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.

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  1. Address

    Hafan yr Afon, Back Lane Car Park, Newtown, Powys, SY16 2NH

    Telephone

    01686 880777

    Newtown

    This new visitor and community centre is centrally located on the banks of the River Severn alongside Back Lane car park, and forms an attractive gateway to Newtown’s green and blue spaces.

    Add Hafan Yr Afon Visitor & Community Centre to your Itinerary

  2. Address

    The Park, Newtown, Powys, SY16 2NZ

    Telephone

    01686 625041

    Newtown

    Jewellery & Crafts, giftware, books & and much more. Original art can also be purchased through the Arts Council of Wales Collectorplan.

    Add siop DAVIES shop to your Itinerary

  3. Address

    Elan Valley, Rhayader, Powys, LD6 5HP

    Telephone

    01597 810880

    Rhayader

    The Elan Valley Estate in Powys, Mid Wales is truly epic and sprawls over 72 square miles, making up 1% of the whole of Wales! The area is designated as an International Dark Sky Park.

    Indicative Availability

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  4. Address

    5-6 Church Street, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 7DL

    Telephone

    01938 578854

    Welshpool

    Tastes of Wales is a licensed tearoom celebrating Welsh food and drink, with locally sourced produce from Welsh suppliers. Enjoy a simple brunch, light lunch, cakes and bakes, or pre-book an afternoon tea, with vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free…

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  5. Address

    The Station, Llanfair Caereinion, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 0SF

    Telephone

    01938 810441

    Welshpool

    Dates

    A narrow gauge train trip in up the steepest gradients in Britain. Steam locos and coaches from around the world. Shops and picnic areas at both termini.

    Price

    Price £21.00 per adult to £170.00 Per Group

    Add Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway to your Itinerary

  6. Address

    Mellington Hall Hotel, Mellington, Churchstoke, Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6HX

    Telephone

    01588 620 056

    Churchstoke, Montgomery

    Call in for coffee, stay for lunch. Take afternoon tea or stay a few days. The aim of everyone you meet here is to ensure that guests leave refreshed, glad they came, and already planning their next visit!

    Add Mellington Hall Country House Hotel to your Itinerary

  7. Address

    The Cross, Newtown, Powys, SY16 2BB

    Telephone

    01686 625544

    Newtown

    Small museum dedicated to the life & work of Robert-Owen, 19th Century Social reformer and inspiration of the co-operative movement.

    Add Robert Owen Memorial Museum to your Itinerary

  8. Address

    Tregynon, Nr Newtown, Powys, SY16 3PL

    Telephone

    01686 650224

    Nr Newtown

    Gregynog Hall is an ancient house with a Victorian face. Once a landed estate, now a Conference Centre and Wedding & Events Venue the house is still at the heart of the local community.

    Add Gregynog Hall & Gardens to your Itinerary

  9. Address

    Ridgebourne Rd, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3EG

    Telephone

    01544 230160

    Kington

    Maples Tearoom - light lunches, daily specials, afternoon teas, cream teas - always a fantastic selection. All types of dietary needs catered for just ask. Seating in two indoor areas, on the covered veranda and outside on the terrace. Dogs are also…

    Add Hergest Croft Gardens | Maples Tearoom to your Itinerary

  10. Address

    5-6 Church Street, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 7DL

    Telephone

    01938 578854

    Welshpool

    Located in the heart of Welshpool, Gifts of Wales is a proudly Welsh, independant shop celebrating the very best of Wales. From our welcoming high street store to our convenient online shop, we offer a carefully curated range of high-quality gifts,…

    Add Gifts of Wales to your Itinerary

  11. Address

    Llanwddyn, Lake Vyrnwy, Powys, SY10 0LT

    Telephone

    01691 870211

    Lake Vyrnwy

    Dafarn Newydd Village Stores, Takeaway & Fuel Station is a long, well established family run business situated less than 1 mile from Lake Vyrnwy and is on Glyndŵr’s Way.

    Add Dafarn Newydd: Village Stores, Takeaway & Fuel Station to your Itinerary

  12. Address

    Powis Castle and Garden, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 8RF

    Telephone

    01938 551944

    Welshpool

    Cared for by the National Trust since 1952, Powis Castle & Gardens includes a world-famous garden, a 13th-century castle, the Clive Museum, and a historic collection.

    Price

    Price £7.50 per child to £37.50 per family

    Add Powis Castle and Garden to your Itinerary

  13. Address

    Cwm Elan | Elan Valley & Visitor Centre, Nr Rhayader, Powys, LD6 5HP

    Telephone

    01597 810880

    Nr Rhayader

    The Elan Valley Visitor Centre cafe has a spacious seating area with windows all around to enjoy the view of the River Elan and Caban Coch Dam. There is a patio area with picnic tables for people wishing to sit outside in fine weather.

    Add Elan Valley Visitor Centre | Cafe to your Itinerary

  14. Address

    Temple Street, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5DY

    Telephone

    01597 823700

    Llandrindod Wells

    The Brasserie can offer light snacks to more extensive meals, the choice is yours.

    Add Metropole Hotel | Spencer’s Bar & Brasserie to your Itinerary

  15. Address

    Cors Dyfi Nature Reserve, Derwenlas, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8SR

    Telephone

    01654 645184

    Machynlleth

    Dates

    From:
    11 Sept 2026to20 Dec 2026

    The Dyfi Wildlife Centre near Machynlleth is the home of the Dyfi Osprey Project at the Cors Dyfi Nature Reserve. Most visitors spend around one and a half to two hours per visit, including some time in the 360 Observatory where you can enjoy…

    Price

    Price £1.75 per child to £6.00 per adult

    Add Dyfi Wildlife Centre to your Itinerary

  16. Address

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

    Telephone

    01686 430652

    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

    Add Arthur's Restaurant & Bar to your Itinerary

  17. Address

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

    Telephone

    01597 860111

    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.

    Add Quackers Indoor Play Centre to your Itinerary

  18. Address

    Beaufort Street, Crickhowell, Powys, NP8 1BN

    Telephone

    01873 811970

    Crickhowell

    CRiC has a WiFi enabled internet cafe serving Fairtrade coffee and tea and locally made cakes and ice cream.

    Crickhowell Resource Centre also includes a tourist information centre, art gallery, and meeting & conference facilities, as well as…

    Add The CRiC Centre | Cafe to your Itinerary

  19. Address

    Dolfor, Newtown, Powys, SY16 4AT

    Telephone

    01686 628992

    Newtown

    Cmw Weeg is a magical place with 3 acres of landscaped gardens surrounding a medieval farmhouse, with a further 20 acres of woodland and wild flower meadows. Open to the public (please check website for opening days and times) and pre-booked group…

    Add Cwm Weeg Garden to your Itinerary

  20. Address

    Y Plas Machynlleth, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8ER

    Telephone

    01654 702571

    Machynlleth

    Y Plas Machynlleth is a Grade 2 listed building, set in parkland offering a unique location for corporate events, weddings, meetings and events. Y Plas also includes a Craft Shop & Cafe.

    Add Y Plas Machynlleth to your Itinerary

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