Mid Wales
Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons National Park). A dry stone wall and a view across the landscape at sunset. Britain 100. Image credits to VisitBritain/Joe Cornish (used with permission)
Mid Wales, a sparsely populated region, between the national parks of Snowdonia and Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) and dominated by the Cambrian Mountains, sometimes referred to as the “Green Desert of Wales”.Read More
Families that enjoy the outdoors will find many activities in Bannau Brycheiniog. As well as the many paths and trails for walkers and cyclists, visitors can also enjoy horse riding, pony trekking, rock climbing and visit the magnificent Dan yr Ogof (National Showcaves Centre for Wales). The more adventurous may like to try canoeing or kayaking on the river Wye or the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal.
Mid Wales boasts miles of unspoilt coastline and award winning beaches. Some of the popular beaches for families may be found at New Quay and Llangrannog that are also some of the best areas for Dolphin and Seal watching. Penbryn is renowned as a film location for the James Bond film, ‘Die Another Day’.Read More
The university town of Aberystwyth has two separate beaches and visitors can enjoy attractions such as the Vale of Rheidol Railway, the Cliff railway, the Castle and the Royal Pier.
Where to Stay
Listed below are a selection of properties to meet all budgets and covering a wide area of Mid Wales. All have rooms to fit a family of 5 plus, and are conveniently located near tourist attractions and amenities of the region.
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Blue Grass Cottages
- Cottages in village location with Bed & Breakfast
- Soar Cottage sleeps 5
- Townhouse in Aberystwyth sleeps 11
Blue Grass Cottages are located in the village of Chancery, close to the historic market town of Aberystwyth. The area provides tranquil and relaxing surroundings. You can unwind and enjoy the countryside away from the hustle and bustle of city life and ideal base to explore the Cardigan Bay coastline.Read More
There are 3 cottages. 2 of them each provide accommodation for 3 guests and Soar Cottage may accommodate 5. Situated in its own grounds with spectacular views. Upstairs has a double, twin, single and a bathroom. Downstairs there is a kitchen, dining room (doubles up as a Games Room), television lounge, conservatory and also shower room. The utility room is situated between the other 2 cottages. It has a washing machine and airier which is shared by the cottages.
For larger/extended families Myrddin is a large Victorian town house situated in a quiet cul-de-sac by the Marina and South Beach in Aberystwyth. It is conveniently located for the castle, main promenade, bus, rail station and shopping facilities. The house can sleep up to 11 people and offers 6 bedrooms – 2 King, 1 Double, 2 Twin and 1 Single (One ground floor bedroom). In addition, 3 bathrooms consisting of 2 showers, 2 baths and 4 toilets. There is also a Lounge, Dining Room and a Games Room. Outside has an enclosed rear courtyard garden with BBQ
All Cottages and the Townhouse provide Wi-Fi access.
For further details and reservations, click HERE to visit their website.
Pentre Riding Stables & Accommodation
- 4 star rated Farm-House accommodation at Riding Stables and Trekking Centre
- Self Catering Family room sleeps 5
Pentre Riding Stables is situated in the Upper Swansea Valley in the heart of Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons National Park), opposite Craig-y-Nos Castle, and close to the Dan-yr-Ogof National Showcaves of Wales. It is ideal for singles, couples and families wishing to combine a break with horse-riding and lots of further outdoor activities and to enjoy this beautiful region.
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Bed and Breakfast accommodation is offered in the newly built Pentre Farm-House. All rooms have en-suite or private bathrooms, tea/coffee making facilities, TV and DVD players.
There is a self-catering family room on the top floor. A large room with sloping ceilings, sleeps up to 5 plus a cot. The main room doubles as a sitting room in the day time. There is also a well-appointed bathroom, fully equipped kitchen/dining room including microwave, fridge and cooker. High chair and cot available by arrangement.
A drying room available for outdoor clothes. Secure storage can be arranged for mountain bikes or children’s’ outdoor toys. Self-Catering guests have access to a barbecue area and hot tub.
Guests staying on Bed and Breakfast basis, are offered hearty traditional breakfasts with locally-sourced produce. Special diets for vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free can also be catered for by arrangement.
For further details and reservations, email direct at: enquiries@pentrestables.co.uk
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