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Llanwrtyd Wells is Britain's smallest town but it has a big heart. Llanwrtyd hosts a wide variety of events throughout the year which appeal to all kinds of people.
For peace of mind we have a bike lock up and wash down facility. Should the welsh weather have had the better of you, we have a drying and washing service available.
Mid-Wales offers some of the finest scenery, ranging from rolling hills, woodland and country lanes to open hills, reservoirs and mountains. If you enjoy walking then this is the place to be. At the cottage we have the local maps and already walked routes for the area. You can walk on your own or join one of the walking events we have here in Llanwrtyd Wells at various times of the year.
Local Walking Events Lord Crawshaw Memorial Walk 6th February 2010 Drovers Walk 26th June 2010 Welsh Walking Festival TBC Real Ale Ramble TBC New Year Walk TBC
Local Walking Events
Subject to change, for further details contact www.green-events.co.uk
Llanwrtyd Wells was one of the first places in Wales to offer serious routes and fascilities for mountain biking. There are numerous routes direct from the cottage door step which explore the Irfon Valley, southern reaches of the Cambrian Mountains , Llyn Brianne and Dothie Valley (famed for a stunning single track route). Coed Trallwm is located up the valley from the cottage and offers three purpose built single track trails. There are routes to suit all abilities and range from 1 hour to spending the whole day exploring the stunning scenery. Route maps and guides are provided at the cottage. Bike hire is available in the town.
Events subject to change, for further details www.green-events.co.uk
If you fancy a ride out in the beautiful Abergwesyn Valley, trek through the Crychan Forest, swim the horses in the Wash Pool or enjoy a quiet ride by Dulais , Cammarch or Irfon rivers led by experienced guides, Ffos Farm is able to offer all of this subject to availablity and weather conditions. Ffos Farm is a small, friendly stables offering riding tailored to individual needs whether you are a total beginner, norvice or experienced rider. They cater for singles, family groups, adults and children over five years.
The cottage is only 20 minutes drive from the show ground , where events are staged such as the Royal Welsh Show, the Winter Fair and the Smallholder and Garden Festival. As well as accommodating its own three events, the showground hosts a very busy calendar of other activities.
Calander of Events for 2010
19th-22nd July - Royal Welsh Show
15th-16th May - Small Holder
29th-30th Nov - Winter Fair
Calander of Events for 2011
18th-21 July - Royal Welsh Show
21st-22nd May - Small Holder
28th-29th Nov - Winter Fair
Please use the link below for more details on the Royal Welsh Show Grounds.
Mid Wales was home to the last remaining Native Red Kites. Now, due to the hard work of the Conservation bodies here in Wales, Red Kites are once again in ascendance and now we have the greatest density and diversity of birds of prey in southern Britain.
At Gigrin Farm the Red Kites are fed daily at 3pm (summer time) and 2pm ( in winter), every day of the year. The number of Kites visiting the station can vary from a few dozen to more than four hundred, depending on the weather and the time of year. Gigrin Farm is approximately 30 minutes drive from the cottage.
