Sharon’s guidebook to Mid Wales
Sightseeing
A must see if you are staying at Ty Haf. This National Trust property boasts one of the most beautiful Italian-style terraced gardens in the UK. Wheelchair accessible routes too.
167 locals recommend
National Trust - Powis Castle and Garden
A must see if you are staying at Ty Haf. This National Trust property boasts one of the most beautiful Italian-style terraced gardens in the UK. Wheelchair accessible routes too.
Visit this magnificent feat of Victorian civil engineering. Bike hire is available if you fancy the twelve mile ride around the lake. Or drive round and stop at a number of picnic sights and enjoy the sculptures. There is a cafe near the dam or for something a bit more special; lunch at the Lake Vyrnwy Hotel with commanding views over the lake.
108 locals recommend
Lake Vyrnwy
Visit this magnificent feat of Victorian civil engineering. Bike hire is available if you fancy the twelve mile ride around the lake. Or drive round and stop at a number of picnic sights and enjoy the sculptures. There is a cafe near the dam or for something a bit more special; lunch at the Lake Vyrnwy Hotel with commanding views over the lake.
If you are interested in alternative ways of living or just fascinated by green technology do visit CAT. Situated just outside the historic market town of Machynlleth and seat of the Welsh Prince Owain Glyndwr. Machynlleth boasts shops, cafes an the impressive MOMA Machynlleth (Museum of Modern Art). There is also an impressive clock tower.
79 locals recommend
Centre for Alternative Technology
If you are interested in alternative ways of living or just fascinated by green technology do visit CAT. Situated just outside the historic market town of Machynlleth and seat of the Welsh Prince Owain Glyndwr. Machynlleth boasts shops, cafes an the impressive MOMA Machynlleth (Museum of Modern Art). There is also an impressive clock tower.
Mid Wales has miles of beautiful coast line but the town of Aberdyfi (Aberdovey) is a beautiful backdrop to its impressive beach. We love Aberdyfi; it has an excellent fish and chip shop, Walkes and spectacular views over the Dyfi estuary to Ynys Las. The drive out to the coast alone make this trip worth while.
92 locals recommend
Aberdyfi
Mid Wales has miles of beautiful coast line but the town of Aberdyfi (Aberdovey) is a beautiful backdrop to its impressive beach. We love Aberdyfi; it has an excellent fish and chip shop, Walkes and spectacular views over the Dyfi estuary to Ynys Las. The drive out to the coast alone make this trip worth while.
Don't miss an opportunity to visit MOMA if you pass through Machynlleth.
21 locals recommend
The Museum Of Modern Art (MOMA) Machynlleth
Heol Pen'RalltDon't miss an opportunity to visit MOMA if you pass through Machynlleth.
This little known house and garden in Tregynon is well worth a visit. Donated to the former University of Wales by the Davies sisters. Margaret and Gwendoline were wealthy heiresses. Both unmarried, they set out to create a centre of excellence for the arts, music and crafts that would enrich the lives of the people of Mid Wales after the war. The sunken garden is impressive as is the arboretum. The house is not open to the public but there is a gift shop and tea room in the stable courtyard.
22 locals recommend
Gregynog Hall
This little known house and garden in Tregynon is well worth a visit. Donated to the former University of Wales by the Davies sisters. Margaret and Gwendoline were wealthy heiresses. Both unmarried, they set out to create a centre of excellence for the arts, music and crafts that would enrich the lives of the people of Mid Wales after the war. The sunken garden is impressive as is the arboretum. The house is not open to the public but there is a gift shop and tea room in the stable courtyard.
Food scene
The Royal Oak is Welshpool's only large Hotel and restaurant. It is good for morning coffee, lunch or afternoon tea. This is a nice place to eat and probably one of the best in town.
11 locals recommend
The Royal Oak Hotel
The Royal Oak is Welshpool's only large Hotel and restaurant. It is good for morning coffee, lunch or afternoon tea. This is a nice place to eat and probably one of the best in town.
The corn Store is an understated place that has brilliant food at good prices. The staff are friendly and the atmosphere convivial. The portions are very generous. Definitely recommend a trip here.
10 locals recommend
The Corn Store
4 Church StThe corn Store is an understated place that has brilliant food at good prices. The staff are friendly and the atmosphere convivial. The portions are very generous. Definitely recommend a trip here.
Well worth popping in for afternoon tea or lunch. The Bay Tree is a quirky tea room with decor to match.
9 locals recommend
The Bay Tree Vintage Tea Room
5-6 Church StWell worth popping in for afternoon tea or lunch. The Bay Tree is a quirky tea room with decor to match.
The Raven is a newly renovated family pub. The decor and atmosphere are. good along with the food.
6 locals recommend
Raven Inn
Raven SquareThe Raven is a newly renovated family pub. The decor and atmosphere are. good along with the food.
The Nags Head is about 5 miles towards Newtown but definitely worth the trip. The food is excellent and good value for money. The decor is good. The biggest asset I have found, after the food, is that the staff are friendly, welcoming and helpful.
22 locals recommend
The Nags Head Inn
The Nags Head is about 5 miles towards Newtown but definitely worth the trip. The food is excellent and good value for money. The decor is good. The biggest asset I have found, after the food, is that the staff are friendly, welcoming and helpful.
Sports
My golfing friends and family members told me this is an excellent course and a very friendly club. Open to nonmembers a big bonus is the fantastic views it has over the surrounding countryside.
Welshpool Golf Club
My golfing friends and family members told me this is an excellent course and a very friendly club. Open to nonmembers a big bonus is the fantastic views it has over the surrounding countryside.