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Rainy Day Activities in Mid Wales | Indoor Things to Do

What to Do When It Rains in Mid Wales

It rains in Mid Wales. Quite a lot, actually, which is why everything is so green. The good news is there are plenty of places to go when the weather closes in, and some of them are better on a rainy day than a sunny one.

Museums and Heritage

The National Library of Wales in Aberystwyth has free exhibitions, a world-class collection, and a cafe with views across the town. Aberystwyth Arts Centre hosts exhibitions, cinema and theatre. The Judge's Lodging in Presteigne is a fascinating Victorian courtroom and judge's apartments, interactive and absorbing. The Robert Owen Museum in Newtown tells the story of the social reformer born in the town.

Craft and Making

The Centre for Alternative Technology near Machynlleth has indoor exhibitions on sustainability, renewable energy and green living. It is educational without being preachy and good for families. Corris Craft Centre, also near Machynlleth, has workshops where you can watch craftspeople at work and try your hand at chocolate making or candle dipping.

Family Indoor Activities

Swimming pools in Brecon, Aberystwyth, Newtown and Llandrindod Wells are lifesavers on wet days with children. MOMA Machynlleth has art exhibitions in a converted chapel. On really wet days, a country pub with a log fire and a board game is a perfectly valid activity in Mid Wales.

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New Quay Dolphin Spotting Boat Trips

Address

Dolphin Spotting booking office, Harbour Master Building, Main Pier, New Quay, Ceredigion, SA45 9NW

Telephone
01545 560800

info@newquayboattrips.co.uk

Main Pier, New Quay

''A 'Dolphin Spotting Boat Trip' offers a fun educational experience for all ages. Cardigan Bay's Special Area of Conservation is home to bottlenose dolphins, Atlantic grey seals and many seabirds. Dogs welcome free of charge. Currently one…

Price
Price £8.00 per child to £175.00 Per Ticket
Mid Wales Tours

Address

Mid Wales Tours, Lon Llewelyn, Waunfawr, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3TP

Telephone
07946640709

sean.westlake@me.com

Waunfawr, Aberystwyth

Dates

Driver guided tours for four people using a Ford Edge SUV. Airport collections included. Let Mid Wales Tours know what your interests are, and Sean will construct a tour to suit. Be it castles, mountains, lakes, churches, gardens or any of the other…
Fraithwen Friesians | Carriage Driving

Address

Fraithwen Friesians, Adfa, Newtown, Powys, SY16 3DB

Telephone
07898 891039

gaynor33@hotmail.co.uk

Newtown

Carriage Driving is a lovely, relaxing way to see and hear the countryside, smell the flowers in the hedgerows, enjoy a nice cuppa or other drink on your return and see the horses at home.
Centre For Alternative Technology | Group Visits

Address

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

Telephone
01654 705950

visit@cat.org.uk

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
Cwm Weeg Garden

Address

Dolfor, Newtown, Powys, SY16 4AT

Telephone
01686 628992

wolfgang@cwmweeg.co.uk

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…
Llwybrau Mawddwy Paths

Address

Dinas Mawddwy, Gwynedd, LL49 9LP

Dinas Mawddwy

The Llwybrau Cerdded - Mawddwy - Walking Paths are based in Dinas Mawddwy, an unspoilt, hidden area of southern Snowdonia between Machynlleth and Dolgellau which is steeped in history.
Llangorse Multi Activity Centre

Address

The Gilfach, Llangorse, Brecon, Powys, LD3 7UH

Telephone
01874 658 272

adventures@llangorse.com

Brecon

Award-winning indoor and outdoor activity centre in Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog) National Park, offering climbing, horse riding, archery, abseiling and family adventure activities, alongside camping, accommodation and an on-site café.
Quackers Indoor Play Centre

Address

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

Telephone
01597 860111

quackersnow1@gmail.com

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.
siop DAVIES shop

Address

The Park, Newtown, Powys, SY16 2NZ

Telephone
01686 625041

desk@orieldavies.org

Newtown

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

Address

Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre, Cilgraig, Gilfachreda, New Quay, Ceredigion, SA45 9SP

Telephone
01545560032

steve@cbmwc.org

Gilfachreda, New Quay

Dates

From:

1 Apr 2026to31 Oct 2026

Dolphin Survey Boat Trips based in New Quay on the Mid Wales Coast, operate a choice of Boat Trips from 1 hour, 2 hours, 4 hours or all day.

Price
Price £14.00 per child to £140.00 Per Group
Alex Allpress Pottery School

Address

Y Stiwdio, Church Street, Builth Wells, Powys, LD2 3BS

Telephone
07443875016

alexallpressceramics@gmail.com

Builth Wells

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Pottery courses and experience days in Mid Wales with Alex and Blue at Alex Allpress Pottery School. Half day, full day, family sessions and pottery parties include wheel throwing and hand building with one-to-one support. Suitable for all ages and…
Gifts of Wales

Address

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

Telephone
01938 578854

info@giftsofwales.co.uk

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,…
Awesome Angling

Address

Booking Office, New Quay Pier, New Quay, Ceredigion, SA45 9NW

Telephone
01545 560800

info@newquayboattrips.co.uk

New Quay

Dates

From:

31 July 2027to30 Aug 2027

Awesome Angling fishing trips from the main pier in New Quay on the Mid Wales coast between Cardigan and Aberystwyth
New Quay is one of the most vibrant wildlife areas in the UK and you may even spot dolphins during your fishing trip.
Cardigan Island Coastal Farm Park

Address

Gwbert, Cardigan, Ceredigion, SA43 1PR

Telephone
01239 623637

info@cardiganisland.com

Cardigan

Dates

This unique farm park is located on a stunningly scenic headland overlooking the nature reserve of Cardigan Island, which is just 200 yards off-shore. A colony of grey seals breed in the many caves below the farm park & are viewed most days

Price
Price £4.90 per child to £5.90 per adult
Massage on the Move

Address

Telephone
07518678032

kallika@alchemywellbeing.net

Massage on the Move is the massage service that comes to you. We provide massage and pamper packages in your hotel or holiday let throughout Mid and South Wales.
Our visiting service allows you to enjoy a quality massage and spa treatments in the…
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…
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
Yamaha Off Road Experience

Address

Glynhafren, Old Hall, Llanidloes, Powys, SY18 6PS

Telephone
01686 413324

info@yamaha-offroad-experience.co.uk

Llanidloes

Yamaha Off Road Experience offer something for everyone - off road tryout for a complete novice to top level national enduro riders who want help to improve their skills and take them to the next level.
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 £5.50 per adult
UNESCO Biosphere Reserve (Dyfi)

Address

Mid Wales, SY20 8ER

Experience the Wonder of Dyfi Biosphere: A Natural Gem Recognised by UNESCO
Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Dyfi Biosphere, an internationally recognised Biosphere Reserve designated by UNESCO. The reserve is a true gem, one of only six…
Porth Farm

Address

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

Telephone
07971960540

porthfarm@yahoo.com

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…