Other Places and Activities of Interest

Narrow Gauge Steam Railways Centre for Alternative Technology Pony Trekking Mountain Biking Fishing Animal Farms Walks Castles and Historic Attractions Quad Biking and Shooting Corris Craft Centre Others

Golf

Royal St. David's, (Harlech) Tel. 01766 780 857 45 miles north of Aberdyfi is this challenging 18 Hole Championship Links Course. Machynlleth. Tel. 01654 702 000 9 hole golf course that is 11 miles east of the hotel. This is the only club in the area that does not require visitors to have a handicap certificate. Borth. Tel. 01970 871 557 18 hole links course that is 24 miles south of the hotel. Concession rates are available for hotel residents.

NARROW GUAGE STEAM RAILWAYS: These reduced size full working steam locomotives are a great way to explore and see the countryside of the many different parts of Wales and one that can be enjoyed no matter the weather. This is very suitable for children and adults alike. Each of the railway lines in times gone by has served a different function and allows one to relive the experience again whilst also allowing one to get up close to these nostalgic and historic work horses of the past.

Tal-y-llyn Railway: Tel: (01654) 767 472 www.talyllyn.co.uk Located 4 miles away in Tywyn, this is the first Railway Preservation Society in the World and has set an example for other declining railways to follow. On the site is a museum that follows the history of the railway line from its conception to the present day as well as a café. The line is 7 ¼ miles long and a return journey takes 2 ½ hours with stops along the route that offer pleasant walks. There is also a café at Abergynolwyn station. Runs daily through out high season. Vale of Rheidol Railway: Tel: (01970) 625 819 www.rheidolrailway.co.uk Located in Aberystwyth, a 50 minute journey to the south of the hotel. This line takes you into the hills inland from Aberystwyth, rising up over 600 ft. ending at The Devil's Bridge and Mynach Falls. Well worth a visit. Welshpool and Llanfair Railway: Tel: (01938) 810 861 www.wllr.org.uk Running daily through out the high season, this line follows the road and has views of the rolling hills. A 45 minute journey from the hotel. Fairbourne and Barmouth Railway: Tel: (01341) 250 362 www.fairbourne-railway.co.uk A 30 minute drive from the hotel this little railway follows the sea wall and ends at a little café at the end of the spit with views of the Mawddach Estuary and north of the mountains of Snowdonia. Bala Lake Railway: Tel: (01678) 540 666 www.bala-lake-railway.co.uk Located 1 hour away this little railway runs along the side of Wales' largest lake. The return journey takes 1 hour. Ffestiniog Railway: Tel: (01766) 516 006 www.festrail.co.uk Located 1 hour to the north of the hotel at Porthmadog, this line offers some of the best mountain views as it takes you deep into Snowdonia climbing over 700 ft. passing through pasture and forest along the way. Llanberis Lake Railway: Tel: (01286) 870 549 www.lake-railway.co.uk Located 1 ½ hours to the north of the hotel this railway journey is only 40 minutes long but you travel at the base of Snowdon Mountain and along the side of Llanberis lake. The scenery here is spectacular and there is also the Welsh Slate museum here to enjoy. Centre for Alterative Technology. Tel: (01654) 705 950 www.cat.org.uk Located 3 miles north of Machylleth (5 mins. Away) is this world renowned centre that aims to inspire, inform and enable people to explore new ways of living. This is an ideal place for the whole family to visit for the day. Pony Trekking. Abergwynant Pony Trekking Centre: Tel: (01341) 422 377 This trekking center is a Wales Tourist Board Certified Activity Provider and offers treks for 2 hours that take you through a variety of countryside with great views of the Mawddach Estuary and of Cader Idris. Booking is recommended to avoid disappointment.

Mountain Biking There are any different place that you can go biking that will be challenging for all levels of biker. The Coed y Brenin Forest Park has some well known trails that are well worth riding. For further information please ring (01341) 440 666 For further routes please contact Aberdyfi Tourist Information Centre on (01654) 767 321 or Greenstyles Cycles on (01654)703 543.

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Fishing: The area is rich with choice for fishing, either fresh water or sea fishing. A few of the options are: Fresh water fishing: Tyn-y-Cornel Tel. (01654) 782 282 Well stocked lake at the base of Cader Idris with some good catches. Boats available. Gwernan Lake - Tel. (01341) 422 488 Cregannan Lake. Dysini Estuary. Williams Wynn

Sea Fishing Tel. Tel. (01654) 710 869. One of Aberdovey's most respected captains who takes trips out on his boat on Miss Claudia weather permitting. Prior bookings are recommended to avoid disappointment.

Animal Farms. Animalarium at Borth: Tel: (01970) 871 224 Located on the other side of the estuary to the hotel, it takes 30 mins to get to. A great collection of animals, most of whom have come from other zoos, Rescue Centres or the RSPCA. Fantasy Farm Park, Llanrhystud Tel: (01974) 272 285 www.fantasyfarmpark.com Located to the south of Aberystwyth this is an ideal place to take the family for an interesting trip.

Hill Walking The area is rich in hills and mountains that are laced with paths that will satisfy the novice to the seasoned walker. For further information please ring the Tourist Information Centre on (01654) 513 4227 Great Castles and Historic Attractions: Tel: (029 2050 0200) www.cadw.wales.gov.uk

Quad Biking: Madian Quads: Tel: (01654) 702 746 www.madianquads.co.uk Open all year offereing good quad biking and laser shooting. Dovey Valley Activity Centre: Tel: (01650) 511 252 Open all year and again has shooting, though here it is a very well set series of clay pigeon traps. He can take you off road driving as well.

Corris Craft Centre: www.menternet.org.uk/crafts/corris.htm Located 25 mins from the hotel at Corris are six craft workshops set in the spectacular gardens of Corris Craft Centre, with restaurant, picnic areas and children's adventure playground. Extensive free parking. Tourist Information Centre and the starting point for King Arthur's Labyrinth. King Arthur's Labyrinth. Tel. (01654) 761 584 www.kingarthurslabyrinth.com Located at Corris Craft Centre, 25 mins from the hotel. A tour through the underground tunnels and caverns that tell the tale of King Arthur as well as other stories. Suitable for all of the family.

Others: Celtica: Tel: (01654) 702 702 www.celtica.wales.com An award winning all weather audio-visual attraction that is fun for all the family that takes you on a journey through the history of Celtic history and beliefs. The National Library of Wales: Tel: (01970) 632 800 www.llgc.org.uk This building is in Aberystwyth, about 50 mins from the hotel. It houses the largest collection of literature in Wales with over 4.5 million books and is the leading research center for Welsh and Celtic studies. Pleasure Cruises. Tel. (01766) 540 375 Scenic boat trips on Trawsfynyd Lake. (45 mins.) Shell Island: This is a great place for the family to enjoy a day out where you can go for a lovely walk and enjoy the coastal flora and fauna where 13 species of wild orchid have been seen in a season. Honey Ice-cream Factory: 4 miles to the north is Tywyn where you will find the honey ice cream factory with its unique blend of ice cream. A great place to go for a little treat.

 

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