Featured events
The following is a list of featured events happening at Elan Valley but there is always an upcoming activity for your diary so click through the menu on the left to see everything that may interest you.
Our digital version of the Elan Valley Events Guide 2020-2021 is out now!
Print copies will soon be available from the Elan Valley Visitor Centre or local retail outlets.
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*CANCELLED* Exhibition: Rhayader Art Group
Wed 1 Jul to Wed 30 Sep / 10am - 5pm
Location: Elan Valley Visitor Centre
*CANCELLED*
Rhayader Art Group's "Summer Exhibition" showcases their range of talents with all original artwork for sale. Prints and greetings cards also available.
Open daily from 10am until 5pm at the Visitor Centre.
Gorffennaf hyd Fedi
Grŵp Celf Rhaeadr
Arddangosfa o dalentau amrywiol a’r gwaith celf unigryw ar werth. Printiau a chardiau cyfarchion hefyd ar gael.
*CANCELLED* Dambusters Walk
Sat 18 Jul / 2 - 5pm
Location: Meet Elan Valley Visitor Centre
*CANCELLED*
A 4 mile guided walk to learn about the area, including the remains of Nant y Gro Dam which was used for tests before the WW2 Dambusters Raid.
There is a steep climb of 40 metres up the steps to the top of the dam and then a very steep 140 metre climb.
Meet at the Visitor Centre.
Dydd Sadwrn 18 – Taith Gerdded y Dambusters
2-5yp. Taith gerdded tywys am 4 milltir i ddysgu mwy am yr ardal, gan gynnwys gweddillion argae Nant y Gro a ddefnyddiwyd ar gyfer profion cyn Ymosodiad y Dambusters yn ystod yr Ail Ryfel Byd.
*CANCELLED* Dam Open Day
Tue 28 Jul / 1 - 4pm
Location: Penbont car park
*CANCELLED*
Join our Rangers at one of our big Dam Open Days - an exclusive chance to venture into Pen y Garreg Dam and up to the central tower. You’ll enjoy a bird's-eye view of the dam wall – and learn about the feat of engineering that made Elan.
Park at Penbont car park and take a walk through the woodland, up the steps to the dam entrance. There is no need to book, simply turn up anytime between 1pm and 4pm.
*CANCELLED* High Ropes Challenge
Wed 29 Jul / 10am - 1pm
Location: Meet Elan Valley Visitor Centre
*CANCELLED*
These events are delivered by the Elan Valley Lodge and require booking in advance - please go to http://www.elanvalleyleisure.co.uk/high-ropes-challenge/
Platforms, bridges, unusual obstacles, a zip line and an adrenaline jump – all in a stunning setting alongside Caban Coch Reservoir.
You don’t need experience or to be super fit, however you must be over 1.4m tall, have a waist of less than 43” and be able to climb a rope ladder.
*CANCELLED* Kayaking on the Reservoir
Wed 29 Jul / 2 - 5pm
Location: Meet Elan Valley Visitor Centre
*CANCELLED*
These events are delivered by the Elan Valley Lodge and require booking in advance - please go to http://www.elanvalleyleisure.co.uk/kayaking
Hit the water and get a different view of the Valley from a two person kayak.
After a safety briefing, head off around the reservoir in the company of your instructor, and learn about the history of the dams on the way.
Suitable for beginners and those with some experience.
*CANCELLED* Kayaking on the Reservoir
Thu 30 Jul / 10am - 1pm
Location: Meet Elan Valley Visitor Centre
*CANCELLED*
These events are delivered by the Elan Valley Lodge and require booking in advance - please go to http://www.elanvalleyleisure.co.uk/kayaking
Hit the water and get a different view of the Valley from a two person kayak.
After a safety briefing, head off around the reservoir in the company of your instructor, and learn about the history of the dams on the way.
Suitable for beginners and those with some experience.
*CANCELLED* Kayaking on the Reservoir
Thu 30 Jul / 2 - 5pm
Location: Meet Elan Valley Visitor Centre
*CANCELLED*
These events are delivered by the Elan Valley Lodge and require booking in advance - please go to http://www.elanvalleyleisure.co.uk/kayaking
Hit the water and get a different view of the Valley from a two person kayak.
After a safety briefing, head off around the reservoir in the company of your instructor, and learn about the history of the dams on the way.
Suitable for beginners and those with some experience.
*CANCELLED* Dragons and Damsels
Tue 4 Aug / 2 - 3.30pm
Location: Meet Dol y Mynach layby
*CANCELLED*
A fun afternoon of pond dipping - suitable for all the family. No unaccompanied children please.
Booking is essential - only 20 places available.
Please call 01597 810880 to book.
Meet at Dol y Mynach layby.
Dydd Mawrth 4 - Dreigiau a Mursennod
2-3.30yp. Prynhawn hwylus yn pysgota yn y pyllau – addas ar gyfer y teulu oll.
Dim ond 20 lle ar gael. Dim plant digwmni.
Man cyfarfod yng nghilfan Dôl y Mynach.
High Ropes Challenge
Wed 5 Aug / 10am - 1pm
Location: Meet Elan Valley Visitor Centre
These events are delivered by the Elan Valley Lodge and require booking in advance - please go to http://www.elanvalleyleisure.co.uk/high-ropes-challenge/
Platforms, bridges, unusual obstacles, a zip line and an adrenaline jump – all in a stunning setting alongside Caban Coch Reservoir.
You don’t need experience or to be super fit, however you must be over 1.4m tall, have a waist of less than 43” and be able to climb a rope ladder.
Kayaking on the Reservoir
Wed 5 Aug / 2 - 5pm
Location: Meet Elan Valley Visitor Centre
These events are delivered by the Elan Valley Lodge and require booking in advance - please go to http://www.elanvalleyleisure.co.uk/kayaking
Hit the water and get a different view of the Valley from a two person kayak.
After a safety briefing, head off around the reservoir in the company of your instructor, and learn about the history of the dams on the way.
Suitable for beginners and those with some experience.
