The Elan Valley in rural Mid Wales has been inspiring visitors for centuries. Inhabited since the stone age, the area became known for mining, religious sites and taking part in the Rebecca Riots of the 1840s.
Today the valley is famous for its spectacular dams and scenery. The nearest large town is Rhayader, on The Cambrian Way snaking through Mid Wales. Over 80% of the valley is designated as Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), home to reservoirs, aqueducts, hundreds of animals and loads of opportunities to have fun. We’ve put together a few suggestions on how to have a truly memorable and adventurous time in the beautiful Elan Valley.
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