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The Great Britain Guide

Gorges · Mid Wales

Elan Valley

In or near Rhayader Town F.C..

Elan Valley — a gorge in wales mid.

Cycle route above the road, Garreg-ddu reservoir - geograph.org.uk - 7523760

David Smith — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h

About

A British gorge — a narrow, steep-sided valley typically carved by a river through resistant limestone or sandstone country.

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Place summary

Elan Valley is a gorge located in Mid Wales, within the parish of Rhayader (postcode LD6). This area is renowned for its stunning landscapes and impressive reservoirs, which were constructed in the Victorian era to supply water to Birmingham. The valley offers opportunities for walking and exploring the natural environment, making it a notable destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

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Coordinates
52.2843, -3.5844
District
Powys
Parish
Rhayader
Postcode
LD6 5HW
Parliamentary constituency
Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe

Sources

Other places nearby

Nearby

Bridge over River Elan and Cnwch Wood - geograph.org.uk - 7525883📷 5

Mountains & hills · Mid Wales

Y Foel

Y Foel — a hill or mountain in wales mid.

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Old post near Moelfryn Mawr - geograph.org.uk - 2649819📷 5

Mountains & hills · Mid Wales

Moelfryn Mawr

Moelfryn Mawr — mountain in wales mid. Elevation: 504 m.

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Elan valley scene - geograph.org.uk - 2526560📷 4

Reservoirs & lochs · Mid Wales

Elan Village

Elan Village in Wales Mid, United Kingdom.

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Elan valley scene - geograph.org.uk - 2526560📷 5

Historic bridges · Mid Wales

Small Stone Bridge, Elan Village

Small Stone Bridge, Elan Village — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-mid, United Kingdom.

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Felled trees at Elan - geograph.org.uk - 3981521📷 5

Campsites · Mid Wales

Elan Oaks

Elan Oaks — a campsite in wales mid.

Canmlwyddiant Elan Centenary - geograph.org.uk - 4074407📷 3

Natural landmarks · Mid Wales

Elan Valley Visitors Centre

Elan Valley Visitors Centre — a other in wales-mid, United Kingdom.

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Where to eat & stay near Elan Valley

Places to stay

Felled trees at Elan - geograph.org.uk - 3981521📷 5

Campsites · Mid Wales

Elan Oaks

Elan Oaks — a campsite in wales mid.

Small lay-by by A470 north of Rhayader - geograph.org.uk - 7510624📷 5

Campsites · Mid Wales

Wyeside Caravan & Camping Park

Wyeside Caravan & Camping Park — a campsite in wales mid.

Rhayader village centre - geograph.org.uk - 6148377📷 7

Hotels · Mid Wales

Lion Royal Hotel

Lion Royal Hotel — a hotel in wales mid.

Flush Bracket 11683 on the Castle Hotel, Rhayader - geograph.org.uk - 5125693📷 7

Hotels · Mid Wales

Crown Inn

Crown Inn — a hotel in wales mid.

Esso Garage - geograph.org.uk - 6184887📷 5

Caravan parks · Mid Wales

The Pines

The Pines — a caravan park in wales mid.

The track to Penlanole - geograph.org.uk - 4170959📷 5

Caravan parks · Mid Wales

Doldowlod Static Caravan Park

Doldowlod Static Caravan Park — a caravan park in wales mid.

Places to eat & drink

House attached to Penrally House - geograph.org.uk - 8189197📷 5

Historic pubs · Mid Wales

Old Swan

Old Swan in Wales Mid, United Kingdom.

National Cycle Museum - geograph.org.uk - 7809711📷 7

Restaurants · Mid Wales

The Temple Bar

The Temple Bar — a restaurant in wales mid.

Llywernog Mine - Silver Mountain Experience - geograph.org.uk - 7540243📷 5

Cafés · Mid Wales

Llywernog Silver Lead Mine

Llywernog Silver Lead Mine — a café in wales mid.

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Gorges · Mid Wales

Nant yr Eira

Nant yr Eira — a gorge in wales mid.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Elan Valley?
Elan Valley is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LD6 5HW), in the parish of Rhayader.
What is Elan Valley?
Elan Valley — a gorge in wales mid.
How do I get to Elan Valley?
Drivers can use postcode LD6 5HW.
How do I get to Elan Valley?
Drivers can navigate to postcode LD6 5HW. It sits within the Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe parliamentary constituency.