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Half Term Activities in Mid Wales | Family Things to Do

Half Term in Mid Wales

Half term in Mid Wales means a week of space, fresh air and enough activities to keep children occupied from breakfast to bedtime. Whether it is February, May or October, the region has things to do whatever the weather throws at you.

Outdoor Activities

If the sun is out, head for the coast. Barmouth, Borth and Aberdovey have beaches with space for kite flying, sandcastle building and rock pooling. The Mawddach Trail from Dolgellau to Barmouth is flat enough for family cycling along the estuary. Tree-top adventures and gorge walking are available near Machynlleth and in the Brecon Beacons.

Steam Railways

The Vale of Rheidol Railway from Aberystwyth to Devils Bridge, the Talyllyn Railway near Tywyn, and the Welshpool and Llanfair Light Railway all run special half term services. Some offer themed events during school holidays, from Thomas the Tank Engine days to Halloween specials in October.

Animals and Farms

Spring half term in February or Easter coincides with lambing season on many Mid Wales farms. Gigrin Farm near Rhayader feeds red kites daily at 2pm, with hundreds circling above the feeding station. The Borth Animalarium is a small zoo with lemurs, meerkats and other animals that children can get close to.

Rainy Day Options

Rain happens, especially in February and October. The Centre for Alternative Technology near Machynlleth has interactive exhibits that work for primary school age upwards. Corris Craft Centre has workshops for chocolate making and candle dipping. Swimming pools in Brecon, Aberystwyth, Newtown and Llandrindod Wells are reliable wet weather options.

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Bryn Melyn Apartments

Address

Bryn Melyn, Panorama Road, Barmouth, Gwynedd, LL42 1DQ

Telephone
01341 280556

info@brynmelyn.co.uk

Barmouth

The location of Bryn Melyn is truly breathtaking, as it sits atop a hillside overlooking Barmouth on the Southern Snowdonia coast, with views of the Mawddach Estuary, Cadair Idris, and the sea. Despite its peaceful setting, it is only a short…

Price
Price £300.00 to £750.00 per unit per week
Talyllyn Railway | Narrow Gauge Railway Museum

Address

Talyllyn Railway, Tywyn, Gwynedd, LL36 9EY

Telephone
01654 710472

curator@ngrm.org.uk

Tywyn

The Narrow Gauge Railway Museum at Tal-y-llyn Railway is an important collection of artifacts relating to Narrow Gauge Railways in the British Isles. From complete locomotives to tickets, it is a unique and comprehensive record of these fascinating…

Price
Price £3.00 per child to £6.00 per adult
Robert Owen Memorial Museum

Address

The Cross, Newtown, Powys, SY16 2BB

Telephone
01686 625544

museum@robertowenmuseum.co.uk

Newtown

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

Address

Felindre, Knighton, Powys, LD7 1YL

Telephone
01547 510 282

info@brandyhousefarm.co.uk

Knighton

Camping pods, the Wild Rose caravan, and two hikers’ pitches for small tents at Brandy House Farm in Felindre, near Knighton, Powys, right on Glyndŵr’s Way. Two small pods sleep 2, the larger pod sleeps 2 adults and 2 children, and the caravan…

Price
Price £40.00 to £90.00 per unit per night
Llanerchaeron | Business Events

Address

Llanerchaeron, Aberaeron, Ceredigion, SA48 8DG

Telephone
01545 573024

Llanerchaeron@nationaltrust.org

Aberaeron

An elegant Georgian villa, set in the wooded Aeron valley. Remarkably unaltered for over 200 years, this self-sufficient estate includes a farm, walled gardens and lake.
Islawrffordd Holiday Home Park

Address

Talybont, Barmouth, Gwynedd, LL43 2BQ

Telephone
01341 247269

info@islawrffordd.co.uk

Barmouth

Family owned & run since being established in 1957, Islawrffordd Holiday Park is a 5 star Holiday Park which offers the very best in quality.
Gregynog Hall & Gardens | Business Events

Address

Gregynog Hall & Gardens, Tregynon, Newtown, Powys, SY16 3PL

Telephone
01686 650033

enquiries@gregynog.org

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.
Ynysymaengwyn Caravan Park

Address

Ynysymaengwyn Caravan Park, Tywyn, Gwynedd, LL36 9RY

Telephone
01654 710684

info@ynysy.co.uk

Tywyn

Local authority owned site situated in the grounds of an old manor house and woodlands, offers excellent facilities. Ideal base for walkers, cyclists, climbers, fishing and water sports. Open April - October.

Price
Price £15.00 to £30.00 per touring pitch per night normally for one car and 2 people
Trefaldwyn | Montgomery

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.
Glandyfi Castle | Weddings

Address

Glandyfi Castle, Glandyfi, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8SS

Telephone
07498 668367

enquiries@glandyficastle.co.uk

Machynlleth

Historic castle wedding venue near Machynlleth, Mid Wales, overlooking the Dyfi estuary. Host up to 50 guests within the castle, with the option of larger marquee celebrations in the grounds. Licensed indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces, and 2-night…
The Nags Head Inn

Address

Garthmyl, Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6RS

Telephone
01686 640600

reservations@nagsheadgarthmyl.co.uk

Montgomery

The Nags Head is a Grade II listed coaching inn on the A483 between Newtown and Welshpool and only a few yards from the Severn and the Montgomery Canal.
Aberystwyth University | Fferm Penglais

Address

Conference Office, Penbryn, Penglais, Aberystwyth, SY23 3BY

Telephone
01970 621960

conferences@aber.ac.uk

Penglais

Fferm Penglais offers you the very latest in modern self catering flats with 6 or 8 ensuite rooms, purpose-built campus accommodation.

Price
Price £1,008.00 to £1,344.00 per person per night
Heart of Wales Railway Line | Trails

Address

Shrewsbury - Swansea, Shrewsbury - Swansea, Powys, LD1 6BG

Telephone
01597 822053

Shrewsbury - Swansea

The Heart of Wales Line Trail is a 141-mile long-distance walking trail that weaves its way between stations along the line, from Craven Arms to Llanelli, one of Britain's most scenic rural railways.
Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway

Address

Talyllyn Railway, Gorsaf Wharf Station, Tywyn, Gwynedd, LL36 9EY

Telephone
01654 710472

enquiries@talyllyn.co.uk

Tywyn

Historic narrow-gauge steam railway set in beautiful, unspoilt southern Snowdonia. Running from Tywyn to Abergynolwyn and Nant Gwernol, the line passes the delightful Dolgoch Falls and there are excellent forest walks at Nant Gwernol.

Price
Price £11.00 per child to £150.00 Per Group
Wigwam Holidays Hafren

Address

Wigwam Holidays Hafren, Staylittle, Llanbrynmair, Powys, SY19 7BY

Telephone
07712 564869

niameddins@icloud.com

Llanbrynmair

The secret to a perfect glamping holiday is finding the perfect location, and you won’t be disappointed with the setting at Wigwam® Holidays Hafren.

Price
Price £80.00 to £115.00 per unit per night
Tregoyd Mountain Riders

Address

Lower Cwmcadarn, Three Cocks, Brecon, Powys, LD3 0TB

Telephone
01497 847351

info@tregoydriding.co.uk

Brecon

Tregoyd Mountain Riding Centre has been providing riding holidays for many years. Riders are escorted by experienced instructor guides whose knowledge of the area ensures a varied and enjoyable ride.
Gwerniago Camping Site

Address

Pennal, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9JX

Telephone
01654 791227

contact@gwerniago.co.uk

Machynlleth

Gwerniago Campsite is located in Mid Wales between Machynlleth and Aberdyfi. Electric, Non-Electric, Grass & Hardstanding pitches available. Campfires allowed, Parking on pitch. Ideal base for Beaches, Mountains, Dyfi Bike Park, Mach Loop.

Price
Price £20.00 to £25.00 per touring pitch per night normally for one car and 2 people
The Wynnstay Hotel

Address

43 Church Street, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 2SZ

Telephone
01691655261

wynnstay@innmail.co.uk

Oswestry

The Wynnstay Hotel has been part of Oswestry life for over 300 years – a Georgian coaching inn turned welcoming town-centre hotel. Today it blends character with comfort, offering individually styled rooms, hearty dining, and a warm Mid Wales…
Hidden Gem Escapes

Address

Llangurig, Llanidloes, Powys, SY18 6SL

Telephone
07772 103 144

hello@hiddengemescapes.co.uk

Llanidloes

Escape, unwind, relax and recharge at Hidden Gem Escapes in the village of Llangurig. 'Willow' pod sleeps 5, providing rustic, rural glamping in the heart of Mid Wales with wood-fired hot tub and fire pit to enjoy stunning sunrises and starry skies.…
Elan Valley Visitor Centre | Cafe

Address

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

Telephone
01597 810880

rangers.elan@dwrcymru.com

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.