The Elan Valley Dark Sky Team brings the stars to the Elan Valley Visitor Centre with their pop-up planetarium.
Yours to explore
Starting from Rhayader, this easy circular route of 9km rolls through scenic Mid Wales lanes and has a downhill finish.
From Rhayader, head out on the old Aberystwyth mountain road for approximately 1km before turning left over a road bridge that crosses the stream of Nant Gwynllyn. From here, ascend into the ancient oak woods of Coed y Cefn, noted for its many colonies of wood ant – the ants are everywhere! After a short section of ‘B’ road, go cross-country to link up with the Wye Valley and the return leg back to Rhayader.
A short (15km) route that takes you around Caban Coch reservoir which should take about an hour to complete.
• GO TO ROUTE •Taking about three hours, this 29km trail leads you through parts of the Wye Valley in addition to the Elan Valley.
• GO TO ROUTE •This 32km route takes three to four hours to complete and includes the ancient site of its title as well as open hills and four reservoirs.
• GO TO ROUTE •The Elan Valley Dark Sky Team brings the stars to the Elan Valley Visitor Centre with their pop-up planetarium.
This is the perfect activity for the family that seeks adventure with their holidays.
Platforms, bridges, unusual obstacles, a zip line and an adrenaline jump…
An opportunity to enjoy the beauty and tranquillity of the area from the water…
Elan Valley’s new Dragon Quest Trail for youngsters is roaringly good fun!
