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The Perfect Base for Tour de France 2027 Stage 3
Rhayader, proudly known as the Outdoor Capital of Wales, is set to take centre stage in the summer of 2027 as Wales hosts Stage 3 of the Tour de France Grand Départ. With the men’s race starting in Welshpool and finishing in Cardiff on Sunday 4 July 2027, the eyes of the cycling world will […]
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Rali Ceredigion
Rali Ceredigion 2026 is back again in Mid Wales and in the Outdoors Capital of Wales! If it is like 2025 – the engines roared, the crowds cheered, and the hills of Mid Wales came alive once again as Rali Ceredigion 2025 brought high-octane excitement to the region. As Wales’ only closed-road stage rally, this […]
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Rhayader Town
Rhayader (Mid Wales Holiday Lets fantastic location), located in mid-Wales, has earned the reputation of being the “Outdoor Capital of Wales.” The town boasts stunning natural beauty, with rolling hills, rivers, and lakes that offer a wealth of outdoor activities for visitors of all ages and abilities. For walkers, Rhayader is an ideal destination, with […]
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Elan Valley Dark Sky Park
Mid Wales Holiday Lets are on the doorstep of the Elan Valley Estate which was granted the silver-tier status by the International Dark Sky Association (IDA) based in Arizona, USA. 45,000 acres of the Elan Valley are protected against light pollution for the benefit of those who live and work here, in addition to the […]
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Bwlch Nant Yr Arian
Mid Wales Holiday Lets is a perfect base to explore the Cambrian Mountains on mountainbike. We have fantastic bike wash facilities, indoor bike storage, bike maintenance area and a hot tun in Glandwr House to relax after a day on some of our epic single tracks. With the Elan Valley natural singletracks on our doorstep […]
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Fishing in Mid Wales
Mid Wales Holiday lets are based in the heart of Rhayader, a stones through away from the River Wye, River Elan, River Marteg, Llyngwyn Lake and the Elan Valley reservoirs! We even sell Fishing Permits. You can fish 5 miles of the River Wye running through Rhayader; 3 miles of the River Marteg, a tributary of […]
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Pump Track Wales
We are pleased to announce that the UK’s biggest Split, sprint pump track is literally on our doorstep in Rhayader, Mid Wales – and we were involved in founding it! Not only that but we offer the perfect accommodation where you can see the track out of the window in some of our apartments! And […]
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Explore the Cambrian Mountains
Mid Wales Holiday Lets are in the heart of the Cambrian Mountains and the heart of Wales. Rhayader is the perfect base to explore this wonderful part of the world! Rhayader, or Rhaeadr Gwy, meaning Waterfall on the Wye, lies in the very heart of Wales and is the first Town on the River Wye. […]
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Nicky Grist Stages Rally Mid Wales
Near to Mid Wales Holiday Lets is a mixed surface event that proves without doubt that rallying is a team sport. The driver and co-driver may have to cover the special stages in the least time possible but on Saturday night it is down to the team to change the suspension, brakes and roll-bars over […]
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The Cambrian Way
Mid Wales Holiday Lets have apartments in the Cambrian Mountains in the heart of Visit Wales’ Cambrian Way. We are situated on the A470 in Rhayader near the Elan Valley which is the heart of the Cambrian Way, and the link between the Cambrian Way and the Costal Way through the winding roads of the […]
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Welsh 2 Day Enduro
Are you planning on participating or spectating the Welsh Two Day Enduro? Well… you are in luck as our Apartments in Mid Wales surround the route and will be ideal for your stay. NEW for 2019 we have a 6 bedroom apartment ideal for the Welsh 2 Day Enduro! It will have motorbike storage, hot […]
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Yamaha Offroad Experience
Mid Wales Holiday Lets are proud to be biker friendly and accommodate your motorbikes in the same style as one of our guests in our award winning apartments in Mid Wales. But sometimes we know you are unable to bring your motorbikes on holiday – so why not enjoy a local Offroad experience in nearby […]
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Walking in the Elan Valley
The Elan Valley is in the Cambrian Mountains and has multiple walks, some to venture alone and others that you can do with rangers, and this is what they say… Whether you just fancy a leisurely stroll or a challenging hike Elan has something for everyone. There is open access over most of the 70 square […]
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Elan Valley Dam Open Day
Mid Wales Holiday Lets apartments are a stones throw from the Elan Valley and we work closely with Welsh Water to offer all of our guests a memorable stay in Mid Wales. The Elan Valley Rangers offer ‘Big Dam Open Days’ throughout the year – giving you the chance to explore the Elan Valley and […]
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Mountain Biking in Mid Wales
Great news – Mid Wales Holiday Lets have teamed up with Mountain Bike Wales to offer bike friendly accommodation in the Cambrian Mountains, a stones throw away from the Elan Valley and a short drive from Nant Yr Arian. Mid Wales Holiday Lets are the ideal base. Stay at The Bakehouse, The Old Drapers or […]
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Rhayader Round the Lakes Road Race
30km Race The 30km Race is a demanding race which runs through the picturesque countryside of the Elan Valley, over one of the most scenic courses in the British Isles. The race starts from Bryntirion Lane a short distance from the Leisure Centre in Rhayader and will take you out around the lovely Elan Valley Reservoirs […]
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One of the best scenic roads in the world
Richard Parks referred to the Rhayader to Cwmystwyth road as one of the best scenic drives not only in the UK but in the World. Described by the AA as “one of the 10 best scenic drives in the world”, the B4518 road links Cwmystwyth and Rhayader. Its spectacular scenery crosses the watershed of the […]
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Claerwen and Elan Valley
The Elan Valley and Claerwen Valley are two stunning areas located in mid-Wales. Both valleys are known for their beautiful scenery, abundant wildlife, and opportunities for outdoor activities. Here’s what you need to know about each valley: Elan Valley: The Elan Valley is a series of reservoirs and dams that were built in the late […]
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Gilfach Nature Reserve
Gilfach is a traditional Radnorshire hill farm that has remained unimproved since the 1960’s. Mid Wales Holiday Lets self catering accommodation in Rhayader is 2.5 miles from this spectacular area. Radnorshire Wildlife Trust purchased the farm back in 1988 and with fantastic support from volunteers, spent the next few years renovating the longhouse and barn; […]
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Rhayader Carnival 2026
Nestled in the Outdoors Capital of Wales, Rhayader provides an unforgettable setting for its over 100-year-old annual Carnival Week. Now in its 121st year, this is one of the longest-running carnivals in Wales—a living tradition that draws visitors from far and wide. And it’s not just a week—it’s eight whole days of non-stop fun, packed […]
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Walking in Rhayader
Rhayader has a wonderful variety of wild plants and animals living among its building, parks and gardens. The fast flowing, boulder strewn river Wye passes right through the town forming a very important natural corridor along which wildlife travels, enriching the town for the enjoyment of everyone. Mid Wales Holiday Lets self catering apartments are […]
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Wye Valley Walk
Mid Wales Holiday Lets is the ideal base for Wye Valley Walkers. Our 4 star, stylish self catering accommodation in Rhayader town, sits on the Rhayader to Plynlimon section of the walk. The Wye Valley Walk is a 136 mile (218km) walk of startling contrasts from ravine gorge cloaked in woodland, through meadow and orchard, to rugged and remote uplands. […]
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