Elan Valley Visitor Centre

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Escape and unwind at Elan Valley in the heart of the Cambrian Mountains of mid Wales. A haven for wildlife and nature, its 72 square miles of stunning scenery offers year-round opportunities for exploration and outdoor activities.


Choose your adventure at Elan Valley and discover spectacular dams, rolling countryside and walking trails.


Elan Valley offers perfect cycling conditions for all ages and abilities. Hire from a wide range of bikes or bring your own ride. Enjoy a gentle family ride on an e-bike or an exhilarating mountain bike adventure.

We offer:
foodfood & drink
otherarts & crafts
  • Where are we?

    Elan Valley Visitor Centre
    Rhayader
    Powys
    LD6 5HP

    Location on map
  • Get in touch

    01597 810880
    rangers.elan@dwrcymru.com
    http://www.elan-valley.co.uk/

Our activities

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Spooky Dam Open Day
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Our reviews

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a month ago

Easy to find. Good parking and facilities. Gift shop and room with video and audio presentations and supporting wall art and 3d modelling explaining the history and how valleys were dammed to store water for Birmingham ...

KEITH Hammond

KEITH Hammond

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a month ago

Beautiful place to have a stroll and sit. So tranquil and picturesque. Definitely worth a visit to blow away the cobwebs on a Sunday afternoon

Sheena Evans

Sheena Evans

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a month ago

Elan Valley in Wales is a true hidden gem, nestled in the Cambrian Mountains, this area is a paradise for nature lovers, photographers, and outdoor enthusiasts alike. The journey would take you through lush forests, ...

Omer Mirza

Omer Mirza

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2 months ago

Lovely place with a very large gift and souvenir shop. Toilets were on site and the staff were very helpful. The parking is free for 60 minutes or £3 all day. You can visit the Caban Coch Dam from this point and either ...

Adam Barnard

Adam Barnard

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2 months ago

Wow what a place the local area is fantastic and the visitors centre is nice and well laid out food was good and not too pricey. I didn't see any chickens it was more about the sheep. It's a must visit for it's location ...

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