Cyfie Farm Guidebook
Sightseeing
We are only six miles from Lake Vyrnwy with its nature trails excellent bird watching (RSPB centre) and children’s puzzle trails.
Bicycles can be hired at Lake Vyrnwy Visitors Centre and the 12 mile cycle around the lake affords some wonderful views. (SY10 0LZ, 01691 870278)
Water sports are available at Lake Vyrnwy (01691 870615).
108 locals recommend
Lake Vyrnwy
We are only six miles from Lake Vyrnwy with its nature trails excellent bird watching (RSPB centre) and children’s puzzle trails.
Bicycles can be hired at Lake Vyrnwy Visitors Centre and the 12 mile cycle around the lake affords some wonderful views. (SY10 0LZ, 01691 870278)
Water sports are available at Lake Vyrnwy (01691 870615).
Straddling the border between England and Wales, the reserve lies at the southern end of the carboniferous limestone outcrop that stretches from Anglesey and the Great Orme at Llandudno. (SY22 6HD)
9 locals recommend
Llanymynech Rocks Nature Reserve
Straddling the border between England and Wales, the reserve lies at the southern end of the carboniferous limestone outcrop that stretches from Anglesey and the Great Orme at Llandudno. (SY22 6HD)
The Llanymynech Limeworks is steeped in history. 19th Century Industrial archaeology has been preserved and can be found within managed woodlands and meadows. (SY22 6EZ)
13 locals recommend
Llanymynech Heritage Area
North RoadThe Llanymynech Limeworks is steeped in history. 19th Century Industrial archaeology has been preserved and can be found within managed woodlands and meadows. (SY22 6EZ)
At 240ft this is Britain’s tallest single drop waterfall. (SY10 0BZ)
71 locals recommend
Pistyll Rhaeadr
At 240ft this is Britain’s tallest single drop waterfall. (SY10 0BZ)
Boasting vast areas of moor-covered upland totalling nearly 20,000 acres within the magnificent Berwyn Mountain range; the Reserve is made up of seven separate locations on the mountain. (SY10 0BZ)
Y Berwyn National Nature Reserve
Boasting vast areas of moor-covered upland totalling nearly 20,000 acres within the magnificent Berwyn Mountain range; the Reserve is made up of seven separate locations on the mountain. (SY10 0BZ)
From the North end of Lake Vyrnwy, follow the valley pathway to the beautiful waterfall. (SY10 0NE)
Rhiwargor Waterfall Car Park
From the North end of Lake Vyrnwy, follow the valley pathway to the beautiful waterfall. (SY10 0NE)
From the top of Roundton Hill it's easy to see why an Iron Age hillfort was once sited here - the vantage point offers great viewing across the surrounding countryside. In later years miners worked the hill for lead and barites. (SY15 6EL)
Roundton Hill National Nature Reserve
From the top of Roundton Hill it's easy to see why an Iron Age hillfort was once sited here - the vantage point offers great viewing across the surrounding countryside. In later years miners worked the hill for lead and barites. (SY15 6EL)
This 20 acre shallow upland basin is one of the three lakes high on the moors above the Carno valley. (SY17 5NE)
Llyn Mawr Nature Reserve
This 20 acre shallow upland basin is one of the three lakes high on the moors above the Carno valley. (SY17 5NE)
Dyfi Osprey Project
A must for bird enthusiasts. (SY20 8SR)
With its miles of sandy beach this is our favourite. With shops and eateries this is a beautiful day out.
Aberdyfi Ice Cream
2 Sea View TerraceWith its miles of sandy beach this is our favourite. With shops and eateries this is a beautiful day out.
This seaside location has something for everyone, with beach, shops, eateries and activities.
121 locals recommend
Barmouth
This seaside location has something for everyone, with beach, shops, eateries and activities.
Portmeirion
Portmeirion village is an Italian styled village. It is a must see.
Harlech
National Trust - Powis Castle and Garden
Montgomery Castle Car Park
11 Arthur StNational Trust - Chirk Castle
Glansevern Hall Gardens
LlanfyllinWorkhouse
National Trust - Erddig
Powysland Museum
Byd Mary Jones World
Newtown Textile Museum
5-7 Commercial StThe Old Bell
7 Arthur StNational Trust - Bodnant Garden
Bodnant RoadRevolution Bike Park
Cadair Idris - Penygadair
Snowdon Mountain Railway station
Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway
Tanat Valley Light Railway
Nantmawr BankCambrian Heritage Railways Llynclys South Station
28B Oswald RoadBala Lake Railway
Station RoadBala
Rhiw Valley Light Railway
Llangollen Railway Station
5 Abbey RdTalyllyn Railway
Neptune RoadGregynog Hall
Bluebell Park
Bluebell ParkDyfnant Forest
Welshpool
Golf
Welshpool Golf Club
Llanymynech Golf Club
Mile End Golf Club
Shrewsbury RoadHorse Riding
Penycoed Riding Stables
Blackbridge LaneWater Sports
Lake Vyrnwy
Water sports are available at Lake Vyrnwy (01691 870615).
Water Sports, Abseiling, Gorge Scrambling, Hill Walking, Kayaking and Paddle Boarding are all available at Bala Lake. (LL23 7SR, 01678 521059 & 01678 521392)
87 locals recommend
Llyn Tegid
Water Sports, Abseiling, Gorge Scrambling, Hill Walking, Kayaking and Paddle Boarding are all available at Bala Lake. (LL23 7SR, 01678 521059 & 01678 521392)
The National White Water Centre - Canolfan Dŵr Gwyn Genedlaethol
Zip world
Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
Zip World Fforest
A470Zip World Bounce Below
Other sports
Haimwood Shooting Ground
Border Quad Trekking
Mick Extance Experience
Shopping
The Old Station
Severn RoadCharlies Stores Coed-Y-Dinas