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Easter 2026 in Mid Wales | Family Fun and Spring Activities

Easter in Mid Wales falls from 3 to 6 April 2026, and it is one of the best weekends of the year to visit with children. The lambs are in the fields, the days are stretching, and the countryside has that particular spring energy that makes you want to get outside and stay there.

Family days out at Easter

Mid Wales has the kind of space that families actually need at Easter. You are not queuing for attractions or fighting for parking. The beaches along the Ceredigion coast, the trails around Clywedog and Elan Valley, and the country parks at Craig-y-Nos and Nant yr Arian give children room to run without anybody looking stressed about it.

Several farms across Powys, Ceredigion and Southern Snowdonia open their doors during the Easter period. Lambing visits let children see newborn lambs up close, and most farms are happy for families to spend time walking around the yard and asking questions. It is unscripted, unhurried and usually free or low cost.

Easter events

Easter egg hunts and trails pop up across the region in the week before Easter. National Trust properties, country parks and independent farms run their own events. Powis Castle near Welshpool usually hosts an Easter trail through the gardens, and the Elan Valley Visitor Centre often puts on family activities over the bank holiday.

Local churches across Powys, Ceredigion and Southern Snowdonia hold Easter services in Welsh and English, and many communities organise their own activities. Check local noticeboards or village Facebook groups for what is happening near where you are staying.

Getting outside

April weather in Mid Wales is changeable but often kind. Bring layers, a waterproof and decent shoes, and you can walk most days. The woodland trails around Devil's Bridge, the towpath along the Montgomeryshire Canal, and the shoreline at Borth and Ynyslas are all manageable with younger children.

For older children and teenagers, mountain biking trails at Nant yr Arian and Coed y Brenin are within reach, and the National Whitewater Centre at Bala offers rafting sessions that suit families with children aged eight and over.

Where to stay

Self-catering cottages and farmhouse B&Bs across Mid Wales have good availability at Easter, though popular properties fill early once school holiday dates are confirmed. Book ahead if you want a specific place, or be flexible on location and you will usually find something within a few days.

Many family-friendly places have gardens, space for games, and are relaxed about muddy boots and wet dogs. Ask about cots, highchairs and stairgates when booking.

Browse family-friendly activities and events across Mid Wales below.

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Family Attractions

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CARAD TimeScape Rhayader

Address

Unit 2, East St Enterprise Park, East Street, Rhayader, Powys, LD6 5ER

Telephone
01597 810194

all@carad.org.uk

Rhayader

Dates

From:

3 Apr 2026to1 Nov 2026

Explore the story of Rhayader through time - from ancient origins to modern-day life. Timescape Rhayader is a hands-on museum and experience space where history, people, and place come together. Set within the CARAD Centre, this exhibition brings to…
Aberystwyth Cliff Top Attractions | Constitution Hill

Address

Cliff Terrace, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 2DN

Telephone
01970 617642

manager@aberystwythcliffrailway.co.uk

Aberystwyth

At the northern end of Aberystwyth promenade, Constitution Hill rises dramatically from the sea, providing spectacular and uninterrupted views of the town, Cardigan Bay, and on a clear day 26 mountain peaks spanning much of the length of Wales. The…

Price
Price £6.00 per child to £18.00 per family
Gigrin Farm | Red Kite Centre

Address

Gigrin Farm, South Street, Rhayader, Powys, LD6 5BL

Telephone
07874 397787

office@gigrin.co.uk

Rhayader

The Gigrin Red Kite Centre on the outskirts of Rhayader is an upland sheep farm providing wonderful views of the Wye and Elan valleys. Gigrin is best known for wild red kites that are fed every day of the year, where you can watch breathtaking feats…

Price
Price £7.00 per child to £45.00 per adult
Brecon Mountain Railway

Address

Pant Station, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 2DD

Telephone
01685 722988

enquiries@bmr.wales

Merthyr Tydfil

Travel behind a vintage steam locomotive through the spectacular landscapes of the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons). Departing from Pant near Merthyr Tydfil, the Brecon Mountain Railway climbs through the beautiful Taf Fechan Valley…
Newtown Textile Museum

Address

Newtown Textile Museum, 5-7 Commercial Street, Newtown, Powys, SY16 2BL

Telephone
01686 622024

admin@newtowntextilemuseum.co.uk

Newtown

The Museum looks at the woollen industry, including looms and spinning wheels, and it's relationship to the town and its people and it includes other industries such as drapery, tanning and clog-making. Annual exhibitions. It gives visitors a chance…
Cambrian & Cambrian Coast Line

Address

SY20 8BL

Enjoy a great day out on the spectacular Cambrian Railway Lines. The lines from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth and the Cambrian Coast from Machynlleth to Pwllheli offer stunning coast, country and mountain views of any rail journey in the UK.
The Animalarium

Address

Ynys Fergi, Borth, Ceredigion, SY24 5NA

Telephone
07957775581

tracytweedy@hotmail.com

Borth

The Animalarium is a hands-on animal attraction in Borth, Ceredigion, with a small selection of domestic and farm animals you can pet and feed. There are outdoor play areas, daily animal handling sessions, and a cafe open every day. Dogs are welcome…
Hergest Croft Gardens

Address

Hergest Croft Gardens, Ridgebourne Rd, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3EG

Telephone
01544 230160

gardens@hergest.co.uk

Kington

Hergest Croft Gardens near Kington on Wales / Hereford border has been created over 130 years by five generations of the Banks family. There are hidden valleys, woodland glades, open parkland, glorious flower borders and striking autumn colour.

Price
Price £9.50 to £34.00 per adult
Y Plas Machynlleth

Address

Y Plas Machynlleth, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8ER

Telephone
01654 702571

enquiries@machynlleth-tc.gov.uk

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.
Lake Vyrnwy | Llyn Efyrnwy

Address

Llanwddyn, Owestry, Powys, SY10 0LZ

Telephone
01691 870 571

VisitorSites@hdcymru.co.uk

Powys

Experience the awe-inspiring natural beauty and rich history of Lake Vyrnwy, Wales. The stunning destination boasts a vast reservoir surrounded by remote mountains and thick forests, offering a unique and dramatic landscape for outdoor enthusiasts…
Alpaca my Boots

Address

Blaenrheon, Penpont, Brecon, Powys, LD3 8ES

Telephone
07880 712756

hello@alpacamyboots.com

Brecon

Enjoy a unique and unusual experience. Come Alpaca Trekking in the stunning heart of the Brecon Beacons. Your woolly friend awaits!
Corris Steam Railway & Museum

Address

Station Yard, Corris, Gwynedd, SY20 9SH

Telephone
01654 761303

enquiries@corris.co.uk

Corris

Ride in an old fashioned steam train on a journey that is enjoyable for everybody and just right for families. Take a gentle trip down the beautiful Dulas Valley in one of the observation carriages on this family-friendly steam railway. The Corris…

Price
Price £4.00 per child to £8.00 per adult
Blue Ocean Activities & Adventure

Address

South Wales & Brecon Beacons, SA11 5NU

Telephone
0845 0573588

info@blueocean-adventure.co.uk

Blue Ocean Activities provide exhilarating, action packed Activity Weekends in Wales and we also run exciting Team Activities UK wide.
Welsh Highland Heritage Railway

Address

The Station Building, Porthmadog, Gwynedd, LL49 9DY

Telephone
01766 513402

info@whr.co.uk

Porthmadog

The WHHR is a small, friendly railway where the train ride is just part of the experience. Free guided tours at the heritage centre. Vintage train.
Strata Florida Abbey Visitor Centre

Address

Strata Florida Abbey, Pontrhydfendigaid, Ceredigion, SY25 6ES

info@strataflorida.org.uk

Pontrhydfendigaid

Strata Florida Abbey or Ystrad Fflur as it is known locally, is on the western edge of the Cambrian mountains. It was established by the Cistercian monks in 1164 and is the final resting place for generations of medieval Welsh princes.
Devil's Bridge Waterfalls

Address

Devils Bridge, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3JW

Telephone
01970 890233

visit@devilsbridgefalls.co.uk

Aberystwyth

Dates

From:

1 Apr 2026to31 Oct 2026

Devil's Bridge Waterfalls is a spectacular 300 ft waterfall attraction at Devil's Bridge in the heart of the Cambrian Mountains.

Price
Price £2.00 to £4.75 per adult
Llanfair Slate Caverns

Address

Cae-Cethin, Llanfair, HARLECH, Gwynedd, LL46 2SA

Telephone
01766 780247

childrensfarm2@tiscali.co.uk

HARLECH

Llanfair Slate Caverns, one mile south of Harlech in Gwynedd, offers a self-guided walk through man-made slate caverns deep underground. Suitable for all ages and welcoming well-behaved dogs, with free parking, plus an on-site café and gift shop. No…
Glaslyn Ospreys

Address

Glaslyn Osprey Project, Prenteg, Porthmadog, Gwynedd, LL49 9SP

Telephone
07834 575008

info@glaslynwildlife.co.uk

Porthmadog

Dates

Visit the stunning Glaslyn Valley in Snowdonia and see breeding ospreys in the spring and summer close to the Pont Croesor Visitor Centre near Porthmadog.
Devil's Bridge Waterfalls | Nature Trails

Address

Devils Bridge, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3JW

Telephone
01970 890233

visit@devilsbridgefalls.co.uk

Aberystwyth

Devil's Bridge Falls is a spectacular waterfall attraction at Devil's Bridge in the heart of the Mid Wales' Cambrian Mountains.
Moody Meadows | Moody Calf Play Barn

Address

Bargoed Farm, Llwyncelyn, Aberaeron, Ceredigion, SA46 0HL

Telephone
01545 580 947

moodycalf@moodymeadows.co.uk

Aberaeron

Dates

The Moody Calf Play Barn combines outdoor and indoor soft-play to create the perfect place for your little ones to let loose, whilst you relax with a nice warm cuppa and a slice of cake!
Dyfi Wildlife Centre

Address

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

Telephone
01654 645184

dopenquiries@montwt.co.uk

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