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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

    Llwyn Celyn, Adfa, Newtown, Powys, SY16 3DG

    Telephone

    01686 805771

    Adfa, Newtown

    Named the Wildlife Experience of the Year at the Wales Prestige Awards 2022-23, Falconry Experience Wales offers an insight into the world of Birds of Prey. Fly and handle Lakota the Bald Eagle or Moggie the White Faced Owl.

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  2. Address

    Beaufort Street, Crickhowell, Powys, NP8 1BN

    Telephone

    01873 811970

    Crickhowell

    The centre provides an information service for tourists and residents of the area, selling maps and publications and locally produced gift items. Upstairs at CRiC, the oriel CRiC gallery showcases art and craft of regional, Welsh and visiting…

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  3. Address

    Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6HN

    Montgomery

    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.

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  4. Address

    The Automobile Palace, Temple Street, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5DL

    Telephone

    01597 825531

    Llandrindod Wells

    The National Cycle Museum has approximately 250 machines on display within the 6,000 square feet of floor space. They vary from the Hobby Horse design from 1817 to modern unusual carbon fibre cycles . Much cycling memorabilia to see .

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  5. Address

    Beulah, Llanwrtyd Wells, Powys, LD5 4UU

    Telephone

    01591 620235

    Llanwrtyd Wells

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    The Trout Inn is a traditional village inn offering home cooking for breakfasts, lunches and dinner. Open 8am-4pm Wednesday to Monday.

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  6. Address

    Nannerth Country Holidays, Nannerth Fawr, Rhayader, Powys, LD6 5HA

    Telephone

    01597 811121

    Rhayader

    Nannerth Country Holidays have small private nature reserve with a nature trail and a Badger Watching hide and on Nannerth Fawr Farm near Rhayader and the Elan Valley.

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  7. Address

    Centre for Alternative Technology, Llwyngwern Quarry, Pantperthog, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9AZ

    Telephone

    01654 705950

    Pantperthog, Machynlleth

    The Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT) is a world-renowned eco centre in Mid Wales that researches and supports greener ways of living.

    Price

    Price £3.50 per child to £8.50 per adult

    Indicative Availability

    Book Centre For Alternative Technology | Group Visits Online (opens in a new window)

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  8. 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!

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  9. Address

    Maesmawr, Caersws, Powys, SY17 5SB

    Telephone

    07970 671819

    Caersws

    Unique Fine Art gallery and unexpected jewel. The house, stables and outbuildings, are an intriguing mix of Georgian, Tudor and Victorian architecture set in mature gardens and farmland. Home of Sculpture Cymru, Sculptors in Wales.

    Art gallery and…

    Indicative Availability

    Book Mid Wales Arts Centre & Sculpture Park Online (opens in a new window)

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  10. 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

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  11. 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

  12. Address

    Ian Snow - Machynlleth, The Old Post Office, 8 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8AF

    Telephone

    01654 703945

    8 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth

    From his shop in Machynlleth, Ian Snow started his business in 1978 selling throws, curtains, cushion covers,and gifts. The business is are proud of their ethical standards & passionate about our environment.

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  13. Address

    Old Hand & Diamond Inn, Coedway, Shrewsbury, SY5 9AR

    Telephone

    01743884379

    Shrewsbury

    Mid-way between Welshpool and Shrewsbury, this stunning, dog-friendly country pub also offers a children’s play area, a beer garden with plenty of outside seating on our sunny patio and a large car park.

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  14. Address

    Dragon Inn, 47 High Street, Crickhowell, Powys, NP8 1BE

    Telephone

    01873 810362

    Crickhowell

    The 4 Star Dragon Inn is open for food all day whether it is Morning Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Quality Evening Meals. Children are welcome and our Dragonette’s children’s menu is available all day.

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  15. Address

    The Rodd, Presteigne, Powys, LD8 2LL

    Telephone

    01544 260149

    Presteigne

    Rural arts centre near Presteigne set in the beautiful landscape of the Welsh borders, dog friendly. Visit atmospheric Jacobean Manor House Rodd Court, see contemporary art exhibitions, explore nature walks through the gardens and into the wider…

    Price

    Price £5.65 per concession to £6.30 per adult

    Indicative Availability

    Book The Rodd - Gallery House and Grounds | Sidney Nolan Trust Online (opens in a new window)

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  16. Address

    MONTGOMERY, Powys, SY15 6HN

    MONTGOMERY

    Situated on Town Hill overlooking Montgomery and is visible for many miles in all directions. The moderate climb up from the path opposite the Castle car park is quite easy. Good footwear is recommended.

    Add Montgomery | County War Memorial to your Itinerary

  17. Address

    Lake Vyrnwy Hotel & Spa, Lake Vyrnwy, Llanwddyn, Mid Wales, Powys, SY10 0LY

    Telephone

    01691 870692

    Llanwddyn, Mid Wales

    Dine on fine contemporary cuisine at the Lake Vyrnwy Hotel. As memorable as the scenery—not pretentious, undeniably stylish.

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  18. Address

    Metropole Hotel, Temple Street, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5DY

    Telephone

    01597 823700

    Llandrindod Wells

    Our Head Chef is dedicated to using the finest local ingredients and has been awarded an AA rosette for his modern British cuisine.

    Add Metropole Hotel | Radnor & Miles Restaurant to your Itinerary

  19. Address

    Llyswen, Nr Brecon, Powys, LD3 0YP

    Telephone

    01874 754 525

    Nr Brecon

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

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  20. Address

    Porth Farm PYO, Porth, Moat Lane, Caersws, Powys, SY17 5SE

    Telephone

    07971960540

    Moat Lane, Caersws

    PYO juicy strawberries, fresh raspberries, sunflowers and meadow flowers, pumpkins and a range of seasonal vegetables. Tackle our adventure playground and explore the Woodland Wander while enjoying the stunning scenery of Mid Wales. Cabin cafe with…

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