Local attractions

• Visitor information for the Dyfi Valley
• Autumn festival in Machynlleth with films, workshops, wildlife events and lantern procession: October 20-28
• Walking - two mile nature trail to Llyn Ruck (photo below) to see wild flowers, a stream, oak woods, a lake, birds and a panoramic view of the Dyfi estuary.

• Long walks further afield: Cadair Idris (8 miles), Darren Hendre and Cwm Maethlon (3 miles)
• Machynlleth (1 mile) unspoilt market town with independent shops, swimming pool, Y Tabernacl arts centre, Owain Glyndwr Centre, pubs and restaurants
• Mountain bike hire and trails from Machynlleth
• Centre for Alternative Technology (3 miles) - displays and activities on renewable energy and sustainable living
• Seaside - Aberdyfi (8 miles) with 5 miles of sandy beach, Yacht Club and water sports
• Dyfi Active outdoor activities
• Children's activities - Talyllyn Steam Railway with Thomas the tank engine, King Arthur's Labyrinth, pony trekking, Corris Railway
• Birdwatching - Ynyshir nature reserve (6 miles), Red Kite Safaris (book in advance)
• Golf: Aberdyfi, Harlech (top championship courses in N Wales), Borth, Machynlleth.
• Fishing - book in advance through the New Dyfi Fishing Association
• Machynlleth Festival - last week in August with art & music (welsh choral, folk, jazz, classical).