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Things to do in Powys, Wales: The Best Bodies of Water
Wales' spectacular scenic rural heartland, and the site of Brecon Beacons National Park, Powys is a lush land of verdant mountain valleys, craggy caves and quirky towns. The staunchly nationalistic area offers appealing outdoors opportunities. Canter on horseback through the rugged Brecon Beacons mountain range. Walk or cycle the charming valleys. Other draws are commanding Powis Castle near Welshpool and the Centre for Alternative Technology, a sustainable development center, near Machynlleth.
Restaurants in Powys
1. Lake Vyrnwy
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 556 reviews
Considered Wales’ most beautiful lake and located just a short drive from the Shropshire border, Lake Vyrnwy is ideal for twitchers, cyclists and fishing fans. Swimming, overnight camping and open fires are strictly prohibited.
Reviewed By AndreK933 - London, United Kingdom
Whilst staying at the hotel, we ventured out around the lake a few days. The weather can change quite rapidly but the walks and views are well worth getting caught in a downpour. Walking across the bridge was a highlight, offering some points of interest like the well appointed RSPB shop and a lovely cafe. If you’re a nature lover there is easily days worth of walks/hikes in the area to keep your interest. Extremely scenic area and well worth the long drive to get to!
2. The Warren
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By MoreRoamin - Glasgow, United Kingdom
We walked along the river from Hay Bridge following the old railway line. The path is through a wooded area then opens up to the meadow before reaching the shingle beach and swimming spot. A local artist has installed wooden sculptures along the path as you walk away, upstream from the bridge to the Warren - kingfisher, woodpecker, numerous owls. The Warren is a clean open area. Popular with families and dog walkers. Terrific for a paddle or swim. Or sit at watch the canoes and kayaks drift by coming down from Glasebury.
3. Pen y Garreg Dam
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By AdeT365 - Swindon, United Kingdom
A great place to explore on the whole, beautiful scenery and amazing dams to visit. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the area!
4. Llangorse Lake
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4.0 based on 181 reviews
Reviewed By Sammy509 - Abergavenny, United Kingdom
beautiful spot , the backdrop of the black mountains and the bird life abundant on the lake make a beautiful picture . Plenty of free parking , a lovely cafe and public toilets that require a small donation . You can hire a Kayak , or canoe as plenty do . There is a walk about 2 miles that takes you away from the lake and back . I see some negative reviews about the ground being wet and the trail not being near the lake well dont visit during wet weather as the ground is at the same level at as the lake and we are in the mouthains so the water flows this way , a little research will tell you everything you need before driving a distance .
5. Claerwen Reservoir
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4.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By lakey446 - Pontypridd, United Kingdom
I couldn't disagree with the last review more!! ☹️ Bleak it maybe, but, in a sublime way! Walk up to the waterfalls, walk across the dam,look down from the dam, walk from the dam top to dam bottom, then look up, then sit!!!! Look at the amazing scenery! We where absolutely mesmerised by what we where seeing!! Fantastic, could have looked at that view all day! ♥️
6. LLyn Coed y Dinas
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3.5 based on 22 reviews
Created from a gravel pit, quarried to provide material for the creation of the Welshpool bypass, Llyn Coed y Dinas is a fantastic home for all sorts of wildlife. Some of these call the reserve home all year round, while others visit at specific times of the year, either to breed and raise their young or to shelter from the winter weather. Some prefer to use the site as a “wildlife service station
Reviewed By CazzaWestMids - The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, United Kingdom
Spent a lovely couple of hours here buying plants, gifts for our home and having a general browse. We stopped and had coffee as well which was nice. The place is massive so you do need to probably spend a couple of hours there to get through everything. The parking is excellent, staff were very helpful and polite and there was even what looked like a soft play area for younger children. We would recommend and will be visiting again soon.
7. Dolymynach Reservoir
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
