Events in the Elan Valley for September 2012

1 Sat and 2 Sun Bothy Weekend

Join the Chairman of the Elan Valley Trust and experienced walker, Andrew Leonard for this two day hill walking experience combined with an overnight stay in the Trust's Claerddu Bothy, situated near the Teifi Pools. Over the two days the distance covered will be in the region of 25 miles of sometimes energetic hillwalking. 

Numbers will be strictly limited and places should be reserved by contacting the Elan Estate Office on 01597 810449 or email: info@elanvalleytrust.org  when detailed arrangements will be issued. Sorry no dogs.

                                                                                                              Photo by John Stephens

2 Sat Village Tour

A very easy one mile walk to look at the history of Caban Coch Dam, Workers' Village and surrounding features. Meet at the Visitor Centre at 2pm, back about 3.30pm.

This event will also be held on Sunday 24 February 2013.

16 Sun Y Foel Walk with Purple Heather and Breathtaking Landscape

Join a Ranger in a lovely walk to the top of Y Foel hill in the purple heather cloaked hills. There is a climb of approx 150m so you may want to bring a walking stick....don't forget the camera! There will be an opportunity to see some moths, learn about the history, water supply and conservation of this beautiful area.

Meet at the Foel car park at 10am (or at the Visitor Centre at 9.45am for a lift to start), back about 1pm.

16 Sun Trans Cambrian Cyclo Sportive

The Trans Cambrian Cyclo Sportive is a road cycling event which explores the hills and valleys of the Cambrian Mountains of Mid Wales.

A choice of 3 different routes allows riders to choose their own level of challenge. At 87 miles, the Trans Cambrian route is a grand tour of the central Cambrians and adjacent coastline, while the 46 mile Devil's Return is a great ride through open hill country to Devil's Bridge and back.

The Tour of the Elan Valley, at just 18 miles, is nonetheless a real challenge, including the 3½ mile climb of Penrhiw-wen.

All riders are timed by electronic timing and food and drink is provided at feed stations and at the finish.

For more information and online entering, visit www.clivepowell-mtb.co.uk
or phone 01597 811343.

22 Sat Fungus Foray

Come along on this short walk to look at the fascinating world of fungi with Ray Woods of Plantlife.

Meet at the Visitor Centre at 2pm, back around 5pm.

29 Sat Luscious Layers

Layering delicious fabrics, outlining squares and rectangles, then using hand embroidery stitches, beads, buttons, unusual threads and yarns to create a one-off piece of luscious textile art. The finished piece can be made into a bag, picture, cushion cover etc. Let your imagination lead you and have fun. Beginners welcome.

There is a £20 charge which will cover the materials required. Booking essential.

For more information please contact:
Fiona King on 01597 870311
or by email at s.seahorsedesigns@btinternet.com

This workshop will take place at the Visitor Centre between 10.30am and 4pm.