Elan Valley

Elan Valley is one of my favourite places in Wales. It's really peaceful, and there's normally hardly anyone there, especially if you head up some footpaths. Ideal for stargazing too, becasue theres next to no light pollution. A rarity in the UK. #GreatOutdoors
Elan Valley is one of my favourite places in Wales. It's really peaceful, and there's normally hardly anyone there, especially if you head up some footpaths. Ideal for stargazing too, becasue theres next to no light pollution. A rarity in the UK. #GreatOutdoors
Cheeky little panoramic
Another peek at the small dam by the visitor centre. Loads more dams and reservoirs nearby
A must see in the Elan Valley

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Huge must visit. Allow several hours to dwell, we had spent 2hours by the first 2 dams and visitor centre. Go to visitor centre for map as they tell you best route.

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Our first visit to the Elan Valley dams and we could not have picked a better day. If you are in Wales and love great views, wonderful driving roads and the great outdoors I highly recommend visiting and walking around the area. It will take at least a day for a relaxed visit, walks and photographs or 3 hours with a few stops and a good drive through the valleys. The drive north to Devils bridge was excellent. #wales #elanvalley #elandams #landscapes #landscapephotography

Elan Valley Reservoirs

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Elan Valley Reservoirs during your travels in Llanwrthwl. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Elan Valley Reservoirs

Nantgwyllt Church

After visiting Nantgwyllt Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rhayader. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Nantgwyllt Church

Carn Gafallt

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Carn Gafallt during your travels in Llanwrthwl.

Carn Gafallt

Groe Park

Explore the great outdoors at Groe Park, a lovely green space in Rhayader. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Groe Park

Gilfach Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Gilfach Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Rhayader. Discover the area's countryside and bars.

Gilfach Nature Reserve

Rhayader Library

After visiting Rhayader Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rhayader. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Rhayader Library

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