Things to do in West Wales

Oakwood Theme Park

With 30 rides and attractions to choose from, there’s something everyone will love at Oakwood. Thrill seekers can head for the 5 large adrenalin rides which are Megafobia, Vertigo, The Bounce, Hydro and Speed. Megafobia has been voted one of the best wooden roller coasters in Europe and the...

Folly Farm

Folly Farm Adventure Park and Zoo is one of the top paid-for visitor attractions in Wales and winner of the Best Family Day Out in Pembrokeshire. Located near Tenby in the beautiful Pembrokeshire countryside, Folly Farm offers affordable fun days out for the whole family. There are six...

Llys Meddyg

Llys Meddyg Restaurant nestles under Carningli (Mountain of the Angels), on the Nevern estuary, and within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Revive in the bracing sea air, refuel with the finest food made from locally-sourced ingredients in our restaurant, cellar bar or summery kitchen garden....

Heatherton Sports Country Park

Heatherton Sports Country Park is open all year as an 'All Weather Attraction' with most activities under cover. Admission to the theme park is free, we operate a credit pass system, pay as you play or pre booked packages. You can also use our new gift vouchers This provides unique tailored days...

National Botanic Garden of Wales

The National Botanic Garden of Wales is a very special place. Not only is it the first botanic garden of the new millennium but, in the short time it has been open, it has become the most visited Garden in Wales. This might be because there is so much to see and do. It has quickly...

Tree Tops Trail

The Tree Tops Trail will without doubt give you a day to remember. With four high ropes adventure courses and two junior courses to test your skills, you will be swinging through the trees at heights up to 40 feet for about 2 hours before returning to earth via the numerous zip wires. Initially...

Llanerchaeron

Llanerchaeron is an 18th-century Welsh gentry estate built by John Nash which is now in the care of the National Trust. It is set in the beautiful Aeron valley with extensive estate and parkland walks. It has many unaltered features including the dairy, laundry, brewery and salting house and a...

Cae Iago

Cae Iago Riding Centre (est. 1968) is a family run business in the village of Ffarmers, two miles off the A482. We are located on the edge of the beautiful Cambrian Mountains in the heart of rural Wales, ensuring spectacular riding country and varied wildlife. Old Roman roads and ancient drovers...

Ritec Valley Quad Bikes

"Ritec Valley is the number 1 quad bike hire operation in Wales." We have been giving you the best in quad entertainment for 22 years. We run 3 Quad Bike activities: TRAIL RIDING: A serious gear based activity on 250cc semi-automatic geared sports quads. This instructor based activity runs...

Aberglasney House and Gardens

Aberglasney Gardens have been an inspiration to poets since 1477. The house and 10 acres of gardens set in the beautiful Tywi valley are being restored and offer the visitor a chance to see an extensive range of rare and unusual plants set in a world-renowned garden. There are three walled...

Brecon Mountain Railway

Brecon Mountain Railway is one of the most popular railways in Wales. Travel in one of our all weather observation coaches behind a vintage steam locomotive, through beautiful scenery, into the Brecon Beacons National Park, along the full length of the Taf Fechan Reservoir to Dol-y-Gaer on one of...

Devil’s Bridge

Devil’s Bridge is a village in the foothills of the Cambrian Mountains 12 miles from Aberystwyth which is famous for its three bridges, built one on top of the other, and the cascading waterfalls of the River Mynach. It is also known for the Vale of Rheidlo narrow gauge steam railway which takes...

The Lovespoon Workshop

The Lovespoon Workshop was opened in 1975 and is a family business providing an opportunity to learn about the Welsh lovespoon tradition. The woodcarver and his son use their skills to hand carve spoons in a variety of different woods. Talks and demonstrations are given providing an insight...

Gower Heritage Centre

Set in the heart of the Gower Peninsula just west of Swansea, South Wales, the Gower Heritage Centre was established in 1990 as a countryside crafts centre situated in historical and beautiful surroundings. The 12th century water powered corn and saw mill was renovated, and experienced crafts...

Llywernog Silver-Lead Mine

Llywernog Silver Lead Mine is an authentic 18th century silver mine which is now a fascinating and educational family adventure and a Prince of Wales award-winning museum. You can explore the Miners Trail, self-guide footpath around the old workings of the 7 acre mine site, or go deep underground...

Dolaucothi Gold Mines

These gold mines were worked 2000 years ago by the Romans and mining resumed there in the 19th century and carried on through the 20th century. Their underground workings are now open to visitors to this National Trust property. There are guided tours, an exhibition about the history of gold mining...

Strata Florida Abbey

Strata Florida (‘Vale of Flowers’) is located in a picturesque valley and is the site of a 12th century Cistercian Abbey whose ruins are now in the care of Cadw: Welsh Historic Monuments. There are ancient woodlands to be found there, hillforts, homes and plenty of other glimpses into the past....

Bwlch Nant-yr-Arian

Bwlch Nant-yr-Arian is a forest recreation centre famous for the daily Red Kite feeding which can be seen in the afternoon from around the lake and from the award-winning Visitor Centre. Here there are also restaurant facilities and a gift shop. Outside are an adventure playground, a virtual bird...

Penrallt Garden Centre and Nursery

“Probably the largest, most comprehensive collection of plants in West Wales!” Penrallt Garden Centre grows and sells a vast range of plants and also stock an extensive range of items to suit most gardening and landscaping needs. Set in 70 acres of farmland, woodland and coastal walks, the...

Aberystwyth Arts Centre

Award winning Aberystwyth Arts Centre is Wales' largest arts centre and recognised as a 'national flagship for the arts'. It has a wide-ranging artistic programme, both producing and presenting, across all art forms including drama, dance, music, comedy, visual arts, applied arts, film, new media,...