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Towns and Villages in Powys

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  1. Montgomery Canal, Welshpool
    Y Trallwng | 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
    Newtown, a charming town in the heart of Mid Wales, offers visitors a unique blend of history, natural beauty, and modern amenities. With a rich industrial heritage, visitors can explore the Montgomery Canal, Severn Way, and other attractions. The town boasts a variety of museums, galleries, and independent shops, as well as a brand-new playpark and other family-friendly facilities. Newtown is the ideal base to stay for a few days and explore the surrounding countryside.
  3. Llanidloes market day
    Llanidloes
    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
    Machynlleth
    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
    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. Town Hall, Montgomery
    Trefaldwyn | 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.
  7. Memorial to Prince Llywelyn the Last at Cilmeri
    Llanfair ym Muallt | Builth Wells
    Builth Wells is home to the Royal Welsh Show, red kites and the final resting place of Wales' last prince, Llewelyn the Last.
  8. Rhaeadr Gwy | Rhayader
    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
    Tref-y-Clawdd | 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
    Llanandras | Presteigne
    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
    Aberhonddu | Brecon
    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.
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    Y Fenni | Abergavenny
    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. Rhaeadr Gwy | Rhayader
    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. The Club House
    The Club House

    Address

    Rhosgoch Golf & Leisure Club, Rhosgoch, Builth Wells, Powys, LD2 3JY

    Telephone

    01497 851251

    rhosgochgolf@yahoo.co.uk

    Builth Wells

    At the centre of the Rhosgoch Golf & Leisure Centre sits the Clubhouse. The Clubhouse is the ideal venue for any type of conference or meeting. A full restaurant menu is available Fridays and Saturdays, with Bar meals at other times.

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  2. The Royal Welsh Regimental Museum

    Address

    The Barracks, Brecon, Powys, LD3 7EB

    Telephone

    01874 613310

    hello@royalwelshmuseum.wales

    Brecon

    The Museum tells the story of four of the British army’s most famous regiments. This history, beginning in 1689, is told through many objects including uniforms, medals, weapons and models.

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  3. The Globe at Hay

    Address

    Newport Street, Hay-on-Wye, Powys, HR3 5BG

    Telephone

    01497 821762

    events@globeathay.org

    Hay-on-Wye

    The Globe at Hay is an independent arts centre, embracing an ever changing arts landscape; year round we showcase talent found on our doorstep.

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  4. Maesfron Hall and Gardens
    Maesfron Hall and Gardens

    Address

    Trewern, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 8EA

    Telephone

    01938 570 600

    mail@maesfron.co.uk

    Welshpool

    Situated at Trewern on the A458 Shrewsbury to Welshpool road they enjoy a semi tropical climate because of their steeply sloping south facing position overlooking the Long Mountain on the other side of the valley.

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  5. Royal Oak Hotel
    Royal Oak Hotel

    Address

    Royal Oak Hotel, The Cross, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 7DG

    Telephone

    01938 552217

    relax@royaloakhotel.info

    Welshpool

    The Royal Oak is ideally located centrally within Wales, close to transport networks.

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  6. Offa's Dyke Centre

    Address

    West Street, Knighton, Powys, LD7 1EN

    Telephone

    01547 528753

    oda@offasdyke.org.uk

    Knighton

    The Offa's Dyke Centre is positioned at about the halfway point of the Offa's Dyke Path National Trail and at the start of the Glyndwr's Way National Trail.

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  7. Montgomery Castle (Cadw)

    Address

    Montgomery Castle, Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6HN

    Telephone

    0300 025 6000

    cadw@gov.wales

    Montgomery

    Montgomery Castle is a masonry castle standing on a rocky promontory above the town of Montgomery. Precipitous slopes to the north and east make this an excellent defensive site.

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  8. Derwen Garden Centre
    Derwen Garden Centre

    Address

    Guilsfield, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 9PH

    Telephone

    01938 553015

    info@derwengardencentre.co.uk

    Welshpool

    Derwen Garden Centre has an unique, relaxed atmosphere and offers an excellent range of plants, garden accessories, giftware - plus a licensed cafe.

    Add Derwen Garden Centre to your Itinerary

  9. St Myllins Church

    Address

    Llanfyllin, Powys, SY22 6XZ

    Telephone

    01691 648306

    revhl@btinternet.com

    Powys

    St Myllins church was founded in the 7th Century by the Irish Bishop Molling (Myllin) and the earliest references to a church in Llanfyllin appear in the Norwich Taxation of 1254.

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  10. Cyfarthfa Castle Museum & Art Gallery

    Address

    Cyfarthfa Park, Brecon Road, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8RE

    Telephone

    01685 727371

    museum@merthyrleisuretrust.co.uk

    Brecon Road

    Built in 1824, Cyfarthfa Castle is an impressive monument to the Industrial Revolution. Once a Regency mansion, it now houses a magnificent Museum and Art Gallery.

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  11. Tan-Y-Llyn Nurseries
    Tan-Y-Llyn Nurseries

    Address

    Meifod, Powys, SY22 6YB

    Telephone

    01938 500370

    info@tanyllyn-nursery.co.uk

    Powys

    The garden opens in aid of the National Gardens Scheme and is also the setting for exhibitions by new and established artists.
    Although 600 ft high, the nursery garden is south facing and sheltered from the north and east.

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  12. Radnorshire Museum
    Radnorshire Museum

    Address

    Temple Street, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5DL

    Telephone

    01597 824513

    radmus@powys.gov.uk

    Llandrindod Wells

    The Radnorshire Museum, part of Powys County Council's Museum Service, can be found in the centre of Llandrindod Wells. It holds artefacts relating to the former county of Radnorshire and is housed in the old Carnegie Library.

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  13. Abergavenny Tourist Information Centre

    Address

    The Town Hall, 61 Cross Street, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 5HD

    Telephone

    01873 853254

    abergavennyic@breconbeacons.org

    Abergavenny

    Abergavenny Tourist Information Centre provides information on attractions, activities and events in the area as well as offering advice and help on booking accommodation.

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  14. Old Bell Museum

    Address

    Arthur Street, Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6RA

    Telephone

    01686 668313

    curator@oldbellmuseum.org.uk

    Montgomery

    The Old Bell, a 16th century inn, has been converted into a local history museum by Montgomery Civic Society.

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  15. The Sportsman

    Address

    17 Severn Street, Newtown, Powys, SY16 2AQ

    Telephone

    01686 623978

    info@hophouseinns.co.uk

    Newtown

    The Sportsman is a town centre pub with eight hand pulls, a good old real ale pub, and has been voted as a CAMRA Montgomeryshire Pub of the Year

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