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Winter at Cwm Elan | Elan Valley & Visitor Centre
Winter at Cwm Elan | Elan Valley & Visitor Centre
Food, Drink and Craft Fair
Details
Winter walks in the Elan Valley are a great way to blow off the cobwebs and get some fresh air. Enjoy the landscape of this 70 square mile estate. There are many walks and trails with a good mixture of lengths to cater for all, including nature trails and scenic walks. Choose your trail here: https://www.elanvalley.org.uk/explore/walking
Cycling in the valley is accessible all year round, bring your own bike or hire one from us, we have a range of mountain and trail bikes to choose from in various sizes. Hire an E-bike to get the most out of exploring the estate this winter. https://www.elanvalley.org.uk/explore/cycling
After a walk or cycle in the Elan Valley, you will have earned a treat from Elan Valley’s Waterside Café.
Check our Facebook page for more information and updates: https://www.facebook.com/ElanValley
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 every day except Christmas day.
Prices
Elan Valley Visitor Centre and the surrounding site is free to enter. Parking is £3 per car per day.
Cwm Elan | Elan Valley & Visitor Centre
Cwm Elan/Elan Valley & Visitor Centre
Walking Trail from Rhayader
Elan Valley Visitor Centre | Cafe
Gift Shop
Elan Valley | Dams & Reservoirs
International Dark Sky ParkEvents at this Venue
| date | event |
|---|---|
| Sun 29 May | Birdwatching Walk |
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Nr Rhayader,
Powys,
LD6 5HP
Directions
Plan route using Google mapsMap 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. £2.50 car parking charge covers you for the whole of the Estate's car parks, all day.
Season tickets for car parking are also available, costing £20 for twelve months, please ask at the Visitor Centre Information Desk.
There are two electric charging points located at the Visitor Centre Car Park.
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
Nearby
Local AccommodationFacilities
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
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
Designated parking for guests with disabilitiesPublic 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
