The world famous garden, overhung with clipped yews, shelters rare and tender plants, is laid out in the Italian and French style. While the Castle and it's restaurant have recently been restored, the grounds still boasts the original statues. The castle, high on a rock above the terraces, was originally built circa 1200 and began life as a medieval fortress. It has been remodelled over more than 400 years. A haunt of the Prince of Wales, this Castle is a great place to come for a day out with exhibitions, shop, restaurant and tea rooms all on offer.

Winner of the Best Visitor Attraction in Mid Wales 2018, you'll find ancient tales of dragons - They tell the story of the red and white dragons found fighting beneath the foundations of a King's new castle, of a colossal giant so big he waded across the Irish Sea, of fierce battles including the Battle of Camlan, King Arthur's final battle against his jealous nephew Mordred. Their legendary tales are from Wales and from a time in history when the mighty warlord King Arthur came out of the darkness to help defend the native Celtic people against formidable Saxon invaders.

This was opened in 1903 to link Welshpool to the rural community of Llanfair Caereinion. It is a 2 foot 6 inch narrow gauge steam railway and now provides a tourist service for all the family and a welcome change from the rush of every day life. Built as a Light Railway to avoid some of the costs of railway construction, the narrow gauge allows for tight curves and steep gradients, enabling the line to follow the contours of the countryside. Most of the trains are steam hauled, either by one of the unique original locomotives or one from abroad. The carriages too are special; those in regular use being from Hungary and Austria with access to the enclosed seating area via an open balcony - a great way to watch the world go by.

Are you looking for a great day out that’s suitable for the whole family?

Look no further than Bethania Adventure Water sports. Bethania Adventure provides canoeing, kayaking, sailing, windsurfing on Lake Vyrnwy, one of the most beautiful lakes in Wales and many other dry land activities that are suitable for the complete beginner and the more experienced individual. Bethania Adventure’s helpful and friendly staff are here to help you get the most out of your visit by providing a safe and fun environment.

Buoyancy aids are provided for all customers. Guest boats are allowed on the lake for a small launch fee. Boats will be checked for seaworthiness and they must be launched from the boathouse slipway strictly while the safety boat is on the water.

Whether you have never held a gun in your life or are an experienced shot. Lake Vrynwy Hotel's multi-stand, fully automatic clay pigeon venue provides a comprehensive facility for beginners and experienced guns alike.

Their fully qualified APSI shooting instructors provide a welcoming environment when taking your first steps into clay shooting. Utilising their experience and knowledge your instructor will soon have you picking up the skills and techniques required to hit your targets.

Offa’s Dyke

The dyke, makes a dramatic crossing of Wales from South to North. It follows loosely the line of King Offa of Mercia’s original ditch, and, in doing so, also follows loosely the line of the offical border between the two nations.

Glyndwr’s Way

Celebrate Welsh cultural and natural history along Glyndŵr’s Way. Explore rolling farmland, open moorland, forests, lakes and reservoirs and re-live the adventures of Owain Glyndŵr.

Snowdon

With its well-definted trails leading past sheer rock faces and grassy slopes speckled with flowers, Snowdon is one of the UK’s most popular mountain hiking destinations. 

Cadair Idris

Dominating southern Snowdonia, the Cadair Idris range offers mountains walking that is just as challenging and scenic as its more famous northern relatives.

Nestled in the stunning Dyfi Biosphere in Mid Wales, The Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT) is a world-renowned eco centre that demonstrates practical solutions for a sustainable future. Arrive in style - take one of Europe’s steepest water-balanced cliff railways up to the visitor centre and discover a hidden world, packed full of working examples of renewable energy, beautiful organic gardens, experimental green buildings and sustainably managed woodland habitats. With plenty to see and do, CAT is a great place for the kids! Run off extra energy in the eco-adventure playground, discover a world of green living on family-friendly trails and scavenger hunts or come during the school holidays for a fun-packed programme of family activities, shows and workshops. With free tours running every day, a shop full of eco gift ideas and tasty treats or hearty lunches in CAT’s vegetarian café, CAT has everything you need for a great day out. You can even bring your family dog!

The Dyfi Osprey Project has been running at Cors Dyfi Nature Reserve near Machynlleth since 2009. Find out more about the work and history of the Dyfi Osprey Project via the button below.

The Dyfi Osprey Project is part of Montgomeryshire Wildlife Trust. Montgomeryshire is one of 47 Wildlife Trusts in the UK.

Barmouth

Barmouth is southern Snowdonia's most popular seaside resort. The town's beach, Abermaw, is west facing with a mixture of sand and some fine shingle and is ideal for bathing and watersports. There are some breathtaking views of Cardigan Bay and the picturesque harbour. The town can get busy, a land train runs along the promenade and there are traditional donkey rides, swing boats and amusement arcades, but the beach itself is vast and easily big enough to get away from it all. There is good disabled access to the beach and all leisure amenities, including a full range of shops, cafes and pubs are within a short distance of the beach.

Aberdyfi

Aberdyfi Beach in Southern Snowdonia is a popular beach of perfect sand and the occasional sand dune extends for miles, from Aberdyfi all the way to Tywyn.

Tal-y-Bont

Known locally as Benar Beach, Tal-y-Bont Beach is a sandy beach and good for surfing. The beach forms part of the large sand system of Morfa Dyffryn which are designated as an area of Special Scientific Interest.