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 route takes in a lengthy descent which sweeps down Rhayader’s old nine-hole golf course.
Heading out from the Cwmdauddwr Car Park in Rhayader, you start on a gentle, level section of the old Aberystwyth mountain road. You’ll have to work hard as the climb steepens before you finally reach the Golf Links Byway to your right.
Once you’ve caught your breath, it’s time to return. And what a return! Downhill all the way, it’s an adrenalin-packed finish to your ride.
Taking about three hours, this 29km trail leads you through parts of the Wye valley in addition to the Elan valley.
• GO TO ROUTE •A trail that takes in open hills, dappled woodland and working farmland. Its 19km length should take about two hours…
• GO TO ROUTE •A difficult technical route of 30km with big climbs taking in both the Elan and Claerwen Valleys for some glorious views.
• 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!
