Featured events
Elan Valley is a place of peace and tranquillity - but it never stops. There is always something to see, whether it is the natural changes of the seasons to organised events within the Estate. We will keep you posted of planned events in this section of the site.
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.
To download a copy of this year’s Events Guide please click on the following links:
English / Cymraeg
Exhibition: Rhayader Art Group
Sul 1 Gorff to Sul 30 Medi / 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 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.
Dragons and Damsels - CANCELLED
Maw 21 Awst / 2 - 3.30pm
** 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.
21 Awst
Dydd Mawrth – 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.
Blast Off! Bottle Rockets
Mer 22 Awst / 1 - 3pm
Come along to the Visitor Centre to design, manufacture and launch your own rocket!
Only £3 for your rocket materials.
Please book in advance on 01597 810880.
No unaccompanied children please.
22 Awst
Dydd Mercher – Chwythiad! Rocedi Potel
1-3yp. Dewch i’r Ganolfan Ymwelwyr i gynllunio, cynhyrchu a lansio’ch rocet eich hun. Dim ond £3 am eich deunydd roced. Dim plant digwmni.
Exploring Night-time Nature
Sul 26 Awst / 7.30pm
Please note, this event has changed to Sunday 26th August 2018.
An evening event. To celebrate European Bat Weekend, join Sorcha Lewis for an evening bat and moth discovery walk at Llannerch y Cawr. Please bring torches. Suitable for families. Meet at Llanerch y Cawr car park SN 901616.
Bushcraft Taster Session
Maw 28 Awst / 2 - 4pm
This is a great way to find out what bushcraft is all about or to build on your current experience. These sessions will cover a variety of subjects such as knife skills, foraging, and natural cordage to name a few.
These sessions will be led by our qualified bushcraft instructor. All tools and equipment provided.
Minimum age 12 years. No unaccompanied children please.
Places are limited so please book in advance on 01597 810880.
£10 per person, payable in advance.
Meet at the Visitor Centre.
Dragons and Damsels - CANCELLED
Mer 29 Awst / 2 - 3.30pm
** 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.
29 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.
Elan Valley Walking Festival
Sad 1 Medi to Sul 9 Medi / See event
Come and join us between the 1st and 9th September on our third annual Walking Festival at the Elan Valley.
Click the events below to find out more:
Ancient Sites of the Elan Valley
Sad 1 Medi / 10am
Join local enthusiasts David James and Vic Pardoe as they explore Bronze Age and Medieval sites around the Pont ar Elan area. This moderate 6.5 mile walk will take in the Pillow Mounds, Banc Cynnydd Cairns, Carn Nant Y Ffald, Carn Wen and finally, Rhiw Afon Cairn. Meet at Pont ar Elan car park SN 903716
Dam Open Day
Sad 1 Medi / 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. Turn up anytime between 1pm and 4pm.
You’ll enjoy a bird's-eye view of the dam – 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 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.
Minimum entry £1 for adults and children.
Cwm Elan Mines Experience
Sul 2 Medi / 10am
Join Elan Valley Trustee, Bob Vaughan on a 5 mile walk to explore the history and remains of Cwm Elan Lead Mines. You will also be able to see the recent stabilising works. Meet at Nantgwyllt car park SN 909639
