Nestled inside the inexperienced valleys of Mid Wales, the Elan Valley may simply be certainly one of Wales’ most scenic and underrated locations to go to. Now, what makes the Elan Valley much more particular is that there are heaps of trails, lakes (or reservoirs) and gorgeous drives to take.
Over time, I’ve visited the Elan Valley many instances, and truthfully, it’s lovely. It’s a kind of issues about Wales, there’s all the time some view, some area or gorgeous shoreline to go to. Actually, I’d go so far as saying that’s the fantastic thing about Wales; it’s nature.
Now, to be sure to get essentially the most out of your go to, I’m sharing my Elan Valley journey information that may show you how to navigate certainly one of Wales’ most lovely locations.
How one can get to the Elan Valley?
Okay, so the general public transport infrastructure, exterior of most important areas in Wales, is sort of restricted. Virtually non-existent in sure areas. It’s tremendous if you happen to’re following larger populated routes like North Wales or South Wales – however it’s more durable in that center bit.
If you wish to go to by prepare, the simplest cease to get off at is Llandrindod Wells (Google Maps pin) within the county of Powys. Once more, most cities round this rural area of Wales are small, so decisions could be restricted (however not out of date) with regards to discovering motels or inns to remain at.
Personally, simply because of the geographic area and restricted prepare and bus choices, I’d all the time advocate visiting the Elan Valley by automobile. The roads are nice, somewhat winding, however nice nonetheless.
The place to remain within the Elan Valley?
For a bigger base to remain in, you’ll be able to think about the city of Aberystwyth (which is a couple of 75-minute drive) or a lot nearer locations like Llanguirig (Google Maps pin) or Builth Wells. Alternatively, if you happen to fancy tenting in Wales, then try close by Glangwy Farm Camping. It’s a stunning web site within the coronary heart of the Elan Valley, making it really easy to drive to and from right here.
The place to go to within the Elan Valley?
One place I all the time advocate visiting within the Elan Valley is the Elan Valley Visitor Centre. The staff listed below are nice to advise on routes, closures, recommendation on trails and to be taught extra concerning the historical past of Elan Valley itself.
Additionally, proper subsequent to it’s the Cnwch Wood trail that may lead you out, past the woods, to Caban Coch, one of many 4 largest lakes within the Elan Valley area. You can too drive subsequent to the Elan Valley Public Footpath that takes you round among the greatest lakes right here. It is a nice solution to get your bearings of the world, or you probably have restricted mobility. You continue to get to see a lot of the unimaginable surroundings, no matter whether or not it’s on foot or by automobile.
Now, as you wander handed Caban Coch lake, you need to be sure to additionally cease off at Garreg Ddu lake. They virtually really feel like the identical physique of water, and there’s only a street separating the 2. As soon as right here, be sure you spot the long-lasting Foel Valve Tower (Google Maps pin).
Make sure you go to Pen y Garreg and Craig Goch lakes too. Each of those are gorgeous, and you may form of observe the street from the Elan Valley Customer Centre and see all of them. They virtually appear to be ribbon lakes, however clearly created to gather water.
Oh, and my Elan Valley journey information could be full with out me recommending the stunning Elan Valley Waterfall Trail, which is round 1 mile or so. It’s a comparatively straightforward hike – extra of an intense stroll and completely straightforward to observe if you happen to fancy getting out from behind the wheel of the automobile.
Alternatively, simply keep on with the Garreg Ddu Loop, which makes it straightforward to observe as you already know you’ll find yourself again the place you began. It’s all the time a neater choice if you happen to’re not nice with map studying.
I forgot to say! In the summertime months, there are ‘Dam Open Days‘ the place you’ll be able to really go contained in the dams themselves. It’s really way more attention-grabbing than it sounds and effectively value testing on these self-guided excursions. There’s a small cost to go inside, but it surely actually isn’t an excessive amount of in any respect.
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