The Spectacular Elan Valley
70 square miles of dams, reservoirs and rugged Welsh landscapes.
There’s plenty to see and do in the Elan Valley. By day, explore this special landscape by bike, car or on foot. When the sun sets and the night falls, look up and marvel at the star-studded skies.
Come and explore this magical place, nestled in the heart of the Cambrian Mountains of Mid Wales.
Notice Board
Claerwen Byway to All Traffic Closure
Powys County Council has closed the Claerwen Byway Open to All Traffic 144/299/1 as a matter of urgency.
Bridge Improvement Works
Elan Valley Trail closed between Garreg Ddu and Penbont
14 October to 31 October 2024
Visitor Centre
Opening Hours: 10am – 4pm Mondays-Sundays, November to March.
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Autumn Adventure Weekend
If you are stuck for something to do on this upcoming October half term, Powys Events have prepared a weekend of fun and activities, day and night, right here in the Elan Valley!
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Eyes on the Night Sky – October 2024
Welcome to this month’s update to what’s in the night sky for October. The nights are really drawing in this month and it’s a great time to stargaze…
Dark Skies
In 2015, the Elan Valley Estate achieved International Dark Sky Park status.
Find out more about how you can enjoy our pristine, dark skies…
Follow along
We would love all of our visitors to share their experiences and photos of the dark skies. Share your images with us on instagram using the hashtag #DiscoverElan