LOCAL INFORMATION
Mid Wales
Much of the
beautiful Heritage Coast of Ceredigion is dotted with villages, small ports and
harbour towns. History has left
its mark here, with crumbling remains of Celtic forts and signs of Romans built
camps at places like Y Gaer in the Brecon
National Park. The
conflicts of medieval times are reflected in castles such as Montgomery's dramatic ruins and the monument
at Climery near Builth Wells.
This is outdoor
pursuit country; very popular with mountain bikers and pony trekking
enthusiasts. The Cambrian Mountains are
perfect for walkers, along with Glyndwr's Way and the Wye Valley Walk. Find
Pistyll Rhaeadr, Wales's
highest waterfall, in the remote Berwyn
Mountains. Another great
walk is Offa's Dyke Path, which follows the 8th-century earthen dyke - the
first official England/Wales border.
The ‘Heart of
Wales’ train line goes between Swansea and Shrewsbury (some 120 miles) and
takes you through such wonderful countryside while you relax back in your seat!
Visit Hay-On-Wye, where the streets of this world-renowned 'town of books' are
great for a few hours browse.
Mid Wales hosts
many events such as the Hay Festival of Literature, Gregynog Festival, The
Royal Welsh Show, Brecon Jazz, Welsh International Four Day Walk and the
Mid-Wales Beer Festival. More unusual are those held at Llanwrtyd Wells
-including the ‘Man v Horse’ marathon and the World Bog Snorkelling
Championships!
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