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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, Ceredigion and Southern Snowdonia.

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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The Bell Country Inn | Dining

Address

Llanyre, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 6DY

Telephone
01597 823959

thebellcountryinn@outlook.com

Llandrindod Wells

Restaurant and bar near Llandrindod Wells, Powys, serving freshly prepared dishes with locally sourced ingredients. Seating for up to 80. A relaxed option for meals with family or friends. See the menu.
Garden Cottage at Torrent Walk Cottages

Address

Plas Hen, Brithdir, Dolgellau, United Kingdom, LL40 2RG

Telephone
01341 422783

richards@torrentwalkcottages.com

Brithdir, Dolgellau

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Dog Friendly Self-Catering Cottage - Sleeping 5 in 3 rooms with beautiful views over Cader Idris, Snowdonia.
Real log fire and Wifi available.
Great for couples, short breaks, family escapes and walking holidays. Dogs accepted at a surcharge of…

Price
Price £630.00 to £830.00 per unit per week
Valley View Holiday Park

Address

Llanfyllin Road, Pentrebeirdd, Guilsfield, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 9DL

Telephone
01938 500265

valleyview@thornleyleisure.co.uk

Guilsfield, Welshpool

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Valley View Holiday Park is set in over 30 acres with magnificent valley and country views and on park facilities, including a fishing lake and an indoor heated swimming pool, Valley View Holiday Park offers something for all.
National Library of Wales | Conferences

Address

National Library of Wales, Rhiw Penglais, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3BU

Telephone
01970 632801

visitor-services@llgc.org.uk

Aberystwyth

The National Library of Wales is one of the world's great libraries. It is a legal deposit library, and holds the world's largest collection of works about Wales and other Celtic nations.The glorious building offers a spectacular backdrop to for…
Gogarth Hall Farm Holidays

Address

Gogarth Hall Farm Holidays, Pennal, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9LB

Telephone
07908 654730

brees2000@aol.com

Machynlleth

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

4 Self-catering cottages on a working farm between Machynlleth & Aberdyfi. Gogarth Hall Farm and its tranquillity offers Barn Owls, Bats and Kites a safe haven, thus the farm has won the Countryside Caretakers Award for conservation.

Price
Price £150.00 to £895.00 per unit per week
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.
Montgomery Trails | Beneath the Fridd

Address

Trefaldwyn | Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6HN

Trefaldwyn | Montgomery

Step out of Montgomery onto field paths giving delightful views and a flavour of the Montgomeryshire countryside.
3 miles (5 km) moderate grade - 1-1.5hours
Mountain Bike Wales

Address

The Lodge, Staylittle, Llanbrynmair, Powys, SY19 7BU

Telephone
01686 449354

mountainbikewales@me.com

Llanbrynmair

Discover guided mountain biking adventures across the wild landscapes of Mid Wales. Mountain Bike Wales offers single and multi day rides exploring remote bridleways, open moorland and classic long distance routes, ideal for confident riders seeking…
Llandrindod Wells Golf Club

Address

Clubhouse, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5NY

Telephone
01597 823873

secretary@lwgc.co.uk

Llandrindod Wells

Founded in 1905, the golf course was designed on a gently undulating plateau overlooking the town of Llandrindod Wells, by six times Open Champion Harry Vardon.
Llanerchaeron | Weddings

Address

Llanerchaeron, Aberaeron, Ceredigion, SA48 8DG

Telephone
01545 573024

Llanerchaeron@nationaltrust.uk

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.
Llangoed Hall | Corporate

Address

Llyswen, Nr Brecon, Powys, LD3 0YP

Telephone
01874 754525

eventsmanager@llangoedhall.com

Nr Brecon

Llangoed Hall Hotel is a truly unique country house hotel situated in the stunning Wye Valley. This impressive building dating from 1632, was formerly known as Llangoed Castle. Llangoed Hall Hotel is set within 17 acres of beautiful landscaped…
Usk & Railway Inn

Address

Sennybridge, Brecon, Powys, LD3 8RS

Telephone
01874 636101

hello@uskandrailwayinn.com

Brecon

Convieniently positioned at the centre of Sennybridge Village, within the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park, the fully refurbished Usk & Railway Inn is the ideal base for all there is to do and see.
Madog's Wells

Address

Llanfair Caereinion, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 0DE

Telephone
01938 810 446

info@madogswells.co.uk

Welshpool

Dates

Madog's Wells is situated in eight acres of beautiful countryside with woodland walks all around, plenty of wildlife and is ideal for bird-watching, walking or touring Mid Wales. Three wheelchair accessible cottages sleeping 3-6.

Price
Price £205.00 to £305.00 per unit per week
Nyth Robin | Glamping Holidays

Address

Nyth Robin, Aberdyfi, Gwynedd, LL35 0RG

Telephone
07731 783534

hello@nythrobin.co.uk

Aberdyfi

Dates

From:

31 Mar 2026to30 Oct 2026

Nyth Robin Glamping offers fabulous holidays in a variety of unique accommodation options. You can choose from a family-friendly bell tent, yurt, or dome, a cosy woodland cabin, a unique vintage caravan, or a quirky converted horsebox!
All the…

Price
Price £80.00 to £130.00 per unit per night
Y Llofft

Address

Samaras, Tresaith, Ceredigion, SA43 2JG

Telephone
07821694599

info@holidaytresaith.co.uk

Tresaith

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Y Llofft is a light, single-storey cottage tucked away in a peaceful wooded valley, just half a mile from Tresaith’s sandy beach on the Ceredigion coast. Recently refurbished throughout, it sleeps up to three guests and makes an ideal base for…

Price
Price £303.00 per unit per week
Penygelli Apartments (Mid Wales)

Address

Pen-y-gelli, Wern-ddu Lane, Newtown, Powys, SY16 3DN

Telephone
01686 951497

bookings@penygelli.co.uk

Newtown

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Penygelli's two dog-friendly studio apartments in Newtown, Mid Wales, are perfect for business trips, romantic getaways or small groups of friends. Each apartment has a kitchenette, Wi-Fi, and Sky TV. Mid Wales offers a relaxed escape where you can…

Price
Price £70.00 to £80.00 per unit per night
Gwynedd Holiday Park

Address

Neptune Road, Tywyn, Gwynedd, LL36 0DL

Telephone
01654 710461

scl@salopcaravans.co.uk

Tywyn

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

This immaculately kept park is small and unashamedly select, with manicured lawns and landscaped gardens.
Nyth Robin Touring Site

Address

Nyth Robin, Aberdyfi, Gwynedd, LL35 0RG

Telephone
07731 783534

hello@nythrobin.co.uk

Aberdyfi

Dates

From:

31 Mar 2026to30 Oct 2026

Small, friendly, eco touring site, just outside the pretty seaside village of Aberdovey in mid-Wales, and within the Snowdonia National Park. Secluded site set in 7 acres of private woodland with short walks.
There are just 9 touring pitches…

Price
Price £25.00 to £35.00 per touring pitch per night normally for one car and 2 people
Aberystwyth University | Conference & Meeting Venue

Address

Aberystwyth University, Penglais, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3BY

Telephone
01970 621960

conferences@aber.ac.uk

Aberystwyth

Conference facilities and meeting rooms from 6 - 1000 delegates, all with high quality audio-visual capability and award winning hospitality. Budget accommodation available year-round, plus thousands of bedroom over the summer months.
National White Water Centre

Address

Canolfan Tryweryn, Frongoch, Bala, Gwynedd, LL23 7NU

Telephone
01678 521083

info@nationalwhitewatercentre.co.uk

Bala

The National White Water Centre has almost 40 years of experience in providing white water rafting at the best summer white water facility in the UK.
Dyffryn Seaside Estate

Address

Dyffryn Ardudwy, Gwynedd, LL44 2HD

Telephone
01341 247220

info@dyffryn-seaside-estate.co.uk

Gwynedd

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Carefree Holidays for all the family........
Whatever your tastes, Dyffryn Seaside Estate offers you a warm welcome. Beautifully situated, it sums up Meirionnydd's own proud motto, Tra Mor, Tra Meirion; betwixt sea and mountain.

Price
Price £340.00 to £410.00 per unit per week