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Elan Valley Visitor Centre at Cwm Elan | Elan Valley

Visitor Centre, free entry

COVID-19 Coronavirus: Outdoor attractions/activities will be able to reopen for 'day visitors' from the 6th July 2020 - Please check before travelling

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** THE VISITOR CENTRE IS NOW CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE IN LINE WITH UK WIDE EFFORTS TO DELAY THE SPREAD OF CORONAVIRUS **

The Elan Valley Visitor Centre is the perfect place to start a visit to the area. The Visitor Centre includes an exhibition (which shows the history and natural history of the area), an audio-visual show, information desk, shop and cafe, toilets, children's play area, cycle hire, large picnic area and a large car and coach parking area. Well behaved dogs are welcome in the Visitor Centre.

The Visitor Centre provides easy disabled access.

www.elanvalley.org.uk

Please note that the amenities listed can be found at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre rather than relating to the whole Estate. 2 EV Charging Points. Parking Charge per vehicle.

Opening Details

Open all the time

The Elan Valley Visitor Centre is open 7 days a week 9am - 5pm until Sunday 3rd November 2019
From Monday 4th November until 1st April 2020 we will be open 7 days a week 10am - 4.30pm
We are closed on Christmas Day

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Free entry

Parking £2 - covers you for all car parks all day. Season tickets are also available.

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www.elanvalley.org.uk

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Address

Nr Rhayader,
Powys,
LD6 5HP

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Map reference: SN 928646 Lat: 52.26932 Long: -3.57227

By Car: The Elan Valley is 3 miles from the town of Rhyader on an unclassified road leading from the B4518. The town of Rhyader is crossed by the main A470 (North/South) and A44 (East) roads.

By Public Transport: Rhayader has no train station (the nearest being Llandrindod Wells) but is connected by a local bus network. The Elan Valley is connected by local public transport via Rhayader on request/pre-booking ONLY.

www.traveline-cymru.info

Parking: with charge

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Facilities

Baby changing facilities
Coach parties accepted
Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Credit cards accepted (with charge)
Disabled toilets
Education/study area
Facilities for groups
Facilities for educational visits
Gift shop
On-site catering
On-site light refreshments
Picnic site
Postbox
Public toilets
Welcome Host
Accepts groups
Electric car charging point

Children welcome
Disabled access
Dogs accepted
Smoking not allowed

Please note that the amenities listed can be found at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre rather than relating to the whole Estate. 2 EV Charging Points. Parking Charge per vehicle.

Self-Assessed Accessibility Details

Parking

Designated parking for guests with disabilities

Within 50 metres approx. of entrance

The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
- is solid
Drop-off point for guests outside entrance

Public Areas

Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
- From the entrance to reception / ticket area
- To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
- To the gift shop
Good contrast between the floor and walls
Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
Baby changing facilities
Hearing loop installed in public areas

General

Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
Clear signage
Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
Good colour/tonal contrast for visually impaired visitors
Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
Audible alarm system

Entrance

Entrance is well lit

Food

Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
Good contrast between the floor and walls
Menus available in large print (14pt and over)
Restaurant / cafe provide meals for visitors with special dietary requirements:
- Sugar free (diabetic)
- Gluten free (coeliacs)
- Nut free
- Vegetarian
Seating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchair
High chairs for children
Children's menu