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Birdwatching in Mid Wales

Mid Wales is where the red kite was saved. By the 1960s, this bird had been reduced to just a handful of breeding pairs in the remote valleys of the Cambrian Mountains. From that tiny population, the kite has recovered across the whole of Wales and beyond, and today you can see them overhead from almost anywhere in Powys and Ceredigion.

Two feeding stations give guaranteed close-up views. At Gigrin Farm near Rhayader, red kites gather every afternoon for the daily feed, and at Nant yr Arian near Aberystwyth the kites come down to the lake while you watch from the cafe terrace. Both are worth visiting, and on a good day you might count fifty or more birds circling overhead.

Ospreys returned to Wales at the Dyfi estuary near Machynlleth. The Montgomeryshire Wildlife Trust runs the Dyfi Osprey Project with live nest cameras and a public viewing point open from April to September. Watching a fish eagle return to its nest with a catch is one of the best wildlife experiences in Britain.

The oak woodlands of Mid Wales, particularly in the Dyfi valley, around Lake Vyrnwy and in the Elan Valley, hold breeding pied flycatchers, redstarts, wood warblers and tree pipits in spring and summer. These are some of the most important woodlands for these species in the UK.

On the Ceredigion coast, choughs nest on the cliffs between Aberystwyth and Cardigan. Upland moors across the Cambrian Mountains support breeding curlew, golden plover, ring ouzel and merlin. The estuaries of the Dyfi and Mawddach draw wading birds and wildfowl through autumn and winter.

For guided birdwatching, check listings for local wildlife guides who know where to find the birds at different times of year.

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Mary Jones Pilgrim Centre

Address

Llanycil, Bala, Gwynedd, LL23 7YF

Telephone
01678521877

centre.manager@bydmaryjonesworld.org.uk

Bala

Visit our award-winning visitor centre and discover how the story of a young Welsh girl changed the lives of millions.
Set on the edge of Llyn Tegid, the centre tells Mary Jones’s story through multimedia and interactive displays in a Grade…
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.
Brigands Inn

Address

Mallwyd, Dinas Mawddwy, Gwynedd, SY20 9HJ

Telephone
01650 511999

info@brigandsinn.com

Dinas Mawddwy

15th Century Coaching Inn set in the heart of the Cambrian Mountains and on the upper banks of the River Dovey. Elegant, spacious bedrooms & deluxe four poster- rooms, all with individual character & charm. Finest local produce used.

Price
Price £50.00 to £60.00 per person per night for bed & breakfast
Brecon Beacons Resort

Address

Dan-yr-Ogof National Showcaves Centre for Wales, Abercrave, Powys, SA9 1GJ

Telephone
01639 730284

info@showcaves.co.uk

Abercrave

A holiday at Brecon Beacons Resort offers traditional stone and slate cottage style apartments in a truly breathtaking mountain setting in the heart of the Brecon Beacons National Park.

Price
Price £850.00 per unit per week
Lake Vyrnwy Hotel & Spa

Address

Lake Vyrnwy, Llanwddyn, Powys, SY10 0LY

Telephone
01691 870692

info@lakevyrnwyhotel.co.uk

Llanwddyn

Located high on the hillsides of the Berwyn Mountain range within the 24,000 acre Vyrnwy Nature Reserve, the Lake Vyrnwy Hotel & Spa commands panoramic views to all horizons. The hotel has 52 letting rooms of which 34 have lake views.

Price
Price £125.00 to £185.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast
Gellidywyll Holiday Home Park

Address

Gellidywyll Holiday Home Park, Llandinam, Powys, SY17 5DJ

Telephone
01686 688361

info@gellidywyllcaravanpark.co.uk

Llandinam

The Rees family, Russell, Karen and Peter, offer you a warm welcome to Gellidywyll holiday home park in Mid Wales, your very own home from home. The ideal destination for a lifetime of holidays, a perfect base to explore Mid Wales.
This quiet…
Brynarth Country Cottages

Address

Brynarth, Lledrod, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 4HX

Telephone
01974 261367

bookings@brynarth.co.uk

Aberystwyth

Brynarth Country Cottages offer self-catering accommodation near Aberystwyth, Mid Wales, nestled within the foothills of the Cambrian Mountains and only 25 mins drive from the coast. Situated in a beautiful welsh valley with 8 acres of active…

Price
Price £90.00 to £200.00 per unit per night
Wales Best Guides

Address

Across Wales, LL18 6HR

When visiting Wales with a Wales Official Tourist Guide, you or your clients could not be in safer hands.
Dà Mhìle Distillery

Address

Glynhynod Organic Farm Shop, Glynhynod Farm, Llandysul, Ceredigion, SA44 5JY

Telephone
01239 851998

web-contact@damhile.co.uk

Llandysul

Dà Mhìle (pronounced da-vee-lay) is an organic distillery based on our family farm in Ceredigion. We make a range of spirits that are inspired by our surroundings & environmental ethos and are testament to Welsh craftsmanship that puts our passion…
Cefn Crib Caravan Park

Address

Pennal, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9LB

Telephone
07908 654730

brees2000@aol.com

Machynlleth

Cefn Crib Caravan Park is a small family-run park, situated on a working farm in Snowdonia National Park. Surrounded by mountains, valleys and woodland this well maintained park offers peace and tranquility.

Price
Price £10.00 to £20.00 per touring pitch per night normally for one car and 2 people
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
The Metropole Hotel | Meetings & Conferences

Address

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

Telephone
01597 828590

adele@metropole.co.uk

Llandrindod Wells

Managing Director Justin Baird-Murray, his Management Team and staff are all dedicated to providing you with a professional service in a relaxing and welcoming manner. Your comfort and enjoyment are our first priority.
Fraithwen Cottages

Address

Adfa, Newtown, Powys, SY16 3DB

Telephone
07898 891039

gaynor33@hotmail.co.uk

Newtown

Lletty Ann Wynn near Newtown is the first Fraithwen cottage. This two bedroomed 300 year old stone cottage with extensive garden and grounds and private hot tub was built in the 1720's and extensively renovated it in early summer 2018.

Price
Price £120.00 to £160.00 per unit per night
Fairbourne Railway

Address

Beach Road, Fairbourne, Gwynedd, LL38 2EX

Telephone
01341 250362

office@fairbournerailway.com

Fairbourne

Narrow Gauge Steam Train journey offers superb views of Cadair Idris mountain range and Mawddach Estuary. G-Scale Railway and museum at Fairbourne. Can be accessed from Barmouth by means of the pedestrian ferry.

Price
Price £8.25 to £12.50 per adult
Dragon Trails Walking Holidays

Address

Parc y gors, Ponthirwaun, Cardigan, Ceredigion, SA43 2RH

Telephone
01873 810970

richard@dragontrails.com

Cardigan

A chance to explore the spectacular scenery, wildlife and ancient history of the Pembrokeshire Coast, Preseli Hills and Teifi Valley,Ceredigion from the comfort of an idyllic country house. Your host and guide, Richard Mitchley, is a qualified…

Price
Price £650.00 to £690.00 per adult
Maes Bach

Address

25 Bath Street, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 2NN

Telephone
07966502715

mererid.jones@yahoo.com

Aberystwyth

Luxury 4*, 4 bed Boutique style house. Communal Kitchen and Lounge available.
Private Parking.
5 minutes away from Town Centre and Train Station

Price
Price £250.00 to £400.00 per unit per night
Corris Caverns | King Arthurs Labyrinth

Address

King Arthurs Labyrinth, Corris Craft Centre, Corris, Gwynedd, SY20 9RF

Telephone
01654 761584

reception@kingarthurslabyrinth.co.uk

Corris

Sail underground, through the magical veil of a waterfall, and pass into a mythical world filled with dragons, giants, fierce battles and the legendary King Arthur. This underground storybook unfolds as you're guided, on foot, through the caverns…
Gigrin Farm | Red Kite Centre

Address

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

Telephone
01597 810243

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
The Castle of Brecon Hotel

Address

Castle Square, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9DB

Telephone
01874 624611

castle.brecon@innmail.co.uk

Brecon

The Castle of Brecon Hotel is an historic hotel of great charm and character. Occupying the site and remains of Brecon Castle close to the centre of town, it stands on a bluff of land between two rivers commanding extensive views.
Corris Crafts Cafe & Welsh Deli

Address

Corris Crafts Centre, Corris, Gwynedd, SY20 9RF

Telephone
01654 761584

cafe@ccl.wales

Corris

Our all-day menu at the Corris Café is a welcoming blend of the finest Welsh ingredients, local recipes and delicious dishes. There’s a warm welcome, and plenty of returning customers are a sure sign that the food is freshly prepared and tasty.…