Things to do in Powys, Wales: The Best Churches & Cathedrals

The shrine church of St. Melangell is a beautiful small church near the North and Mid Wales border. It nestles in a secluded valley at the edge of the Berwyn mountains. Inside you will find the oldest Romanesque shrine in Northern Europe; a place of pilgrimage and tranquility. We are an Anglican Christian Church but welcome people of all faiths and none. In the churchyard, 2000 year old yew trees can be found, these are protected by Kew gardens and truly magnificant.

The Bleddfa Centre for the Creative Spirit is set in the heart of the Radnorshire Hills. The Centre is run by the Bleddfa Trust, a charity helping people gain a deeper understanding of self and the world through the visual arts, philosophy and study of the relationship between creativity and spirituality. The Centre runs a variety of events and exhibitions throughout the year, operating from two buildings on the same site. Old School House houses the gallery, gift shop and Reading Room cafe, and Hall Barn offers a versatile event space for workshops, classes, concerts, film screenings, meditation, yoga, lectures, and is available for hire for weddings and other parties. Please note the Centre is open from Easter to Hallowe'en only, except for special events. See our website for up to date information. NB: We have COVID-19 safety measures in place, including a one way system, track & trace forms, hand gel and requesting visitors (where possible) wear masks.

The 18th-century cottage was built onto the end of one of Wales's shrines of Nonconformity, the Maesyronnen Chapel. In this peaceful location, perched on a high shelf above the Wye you can look out across the Black Mountains. Maesyronnen Chapel can be booked for short breaks with the Landmark Trust, a charity that restores historic buildings at risk and makes them available for holidays.