Walking

Spoilt for choice, there are many lovely walks around Rhayader and further afield in the Cambrian Mountains.

The Elan Valley Walking and Cycling Trail begins in Rhayader and takes you to the Elan Valley and its lakes. There are many walks around Rhayader – including a town trail – and information with descriptions and maps can be downloaded from www.leapingstiles.co.uk Regular organized walks found on Rhayader’s website under ‘Events’ or in the newsletter in the Bunkhouse.

The Wye Valley Walk is a perfect mix of hill and river walking. The stretch from Rhayader to Builth Wells and then onto Hay on Wye runs alongside the Wye , Can be picked up in /Rhayader or Llanwrthwl.

Glyndwr’s Way begins at Knighton and meanders through open moorland, rolling farmland, woodland and forest of Mid Wales. The stretch between Knighton, Llangunllo and Llanbadarn Fynydd is easily accessible and travels over Beacon Hill before dropping down to the River Ithon at Llanbadarn.

Walking World A website for suggested walks in an area and you can download maps. www.walkingworld.com

The Monks Trod footpath.