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.
The printed leaflet for 2019/20 is now available. To read a PDF copy, click the following links:
Elan Valley Events Guide 2019 -2020 English
Cwm Elan Digwyddiadau 2019-2020 Cymraeg
Exhibition: Rhayader Art Group
Mon 1 Jul to Mon 30 Sep / 10am - 4pm
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 4pm 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.
Natural Elan: the Natural World and Well-being
Fri 26 Jul to Mon 29 Jul / Various
Free activities, workshops and talks exploring the natural world and wellbeing.
Events include:
Healing with Earth's Treasures Talk
Nature Day - including drop in whittling and discovering local species with nature experts
Dam Open Day
Tue 30 Jul / 1 - 4pm
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.
There are steps inside the dam which may be wet and in some areas there are low light levels. Children should be carefully supervised at all times.
Kayaking on the Reservoir
Wed 31 Jul / 2 - 5pm
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.
Minimum age 8, you will need transport, shoes to get wet, appropriate clothing, a complete change of clothes and a towel just in case!
Adult £20, 8-18s £17.50
Kayaking on the Reservoir
Thu 1 Aug / 10am - 1pm
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.
Minimum age 8, you will need transport, shoes to get wet, appropriate clothing, a complete change of clothes and a towel just in case!
Adult £20, 8-18s £17.50
Kayaking on the Reservoir
Thu 1 Aug / 2 - 5pm
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.
Minimum age 8, you will need transport, shoes to get wet, appropriate clothing, a complete change of clothes and a towel just in case!
Adult £20, 8-18s £17.50
One Day Spoon Carving Workshop
Sat 3 Aug / 9.30am - 4.30pm
This course is designed for adults only, you must be 18 or older to attend. Suitable for beginners or those who’ve carved before and want to improve.
Learn to carve greenwood spoons using traditional tools. We’ll cover a range of safe carving techniques with axe, straight knife and hook knife. We will look at different types of wood and their properties.
All tools and materials provided. A packed lunch can be provided at additional cost.
Places are limited so please book in advance by calling 01597 810880. £60 per person, payable in advance.
Kayaking on the Reservoir
Wed 7 Aug / 2 - 5pm
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.
Minimum age 8, you will need transport, shoes to get wet, appropriate clothing, a complete change of clothes and a towel just in case!
Adult £20, 8-18s £17.50
Dragons and Damsels
Wed 7 Aug / 2 - 3.30pm
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.
7 Awst
Dydd Mercher - 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.
Kayaking on the Reservoir
Thu 8 Aug / 10am - 1pm
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.
Minimum age 8, you will need transport, shoes to get wet, appropriate clothing, a complete change of clothes and a towel just in case!
Adult £20, 8-18s £17.50
