Machynlleth - usually shortened to “mach” as most non-welsh speakers tend to mangle the pronunciation, is at the junction of The A487 and A489 in Powys. This small, (population 2000) friendly town, in the shadow of the Cambrian Mountains, provides an ideal base to explore some of the most beautiful scenery in rural Wales. It was here in 1404 that Owain Glyndwr – the Welsh hero Prince held his parliament . Parliament House now hosts an exhibition dedicated to him. Also visit Celtica - a multi exhibition centre exploring the culture of the Celts - children will particularly like the Tir na nOg soft play area. Machynlleth has a museum of modern art , MOMA Wales at The Tabernacle, a former Wesleyan Chapel - admire the Taliesin Mosaic . It’s well worth visiting in August during the week long annual festival which includes jazz, drama and other eclectic performances. , The Centre for Alternative Technology - or CAT - was set up 25 years ago, close to Machynlleth, on the site of a former slate quarry .It describes itself as "an environmental charity aiming to inspire, inform and enable people to live more sustainably” Fun and information for the eco-friendly here.
Attraction
Celtica
Centre for Alternative Technology
King Arthur's Labyrinth
Senedd-Dy Owain Glyndwr
Camping
Celyn Brithion
Eco Retreats
Gwerniago Campsite
Llwyngern Farm
Caravan Park
Bryn Uchel Caravan Park
Morben Isaf Caravan Park
Warren Parc
Classes
Cottage
Dentist
Dental Practice
Eco Dyfi Dental Practice
Doctor
Corris Health Centre
Glantwymyn Health Centre
Machynlleth Health Centre
Estate Agent
Matthews Estate Agent
Shearer & Morris
Golf Club
Holiday Park
Inn
Penrhos Arms
The Brigands Inn
Wynnstay Hotel
Pub and Bar
Braich Goch Bunkhouse and Inn
Red Lion Inn
Skinners Arms
Wildfowler Inn
Restaurant
Maengwyn Cafe & Restaurant
Maharani Indian Restaurant
School
Ysgol Bro Ddyfi
Ysgol Gynradd Machynlleth
Solicitor
Taxi
Shops
Tallyannes
Moonshiners
L Rowland & Co Ltd
Clive E Williams
Spectrum Gallery
Quarry Shop & Café
Rowlands Pharmacy
Alive & Clicking
Activities
Madian Quad Treking(Motor Sports)
Places to Stay near Machynlleth
Wynnstay Hotel (0.15 miles)
This 18th century former coaching inn is renowned for its atmosphere and critically acclaimed food.
Surrounded by beautiful Welsh countryside, The Wynnstay offers the full hotel services you would expect from a ... More
Plas Talgarth Health & Leisure Club (3.01 miles)
Set in acres of parkland, this resort nestles in the lovely valley of the river Dyfi and has the welcoming atmosphere of a small village with it's own cosy pub ... More | visit website
Plas Mawr (4.95 miles)
Plas Mawr, Eglwysfach is a Georgian country house in the heart of the Dyfi Valley. We offer excellent accommodation in three rooms; all have new modern en-suites, flat screen free ... More
Ynyshir Hall (5.09 miles)
Gwesty Minffordd Hotel (6.19 miles)
The Minffordd Hotel in Talyllyn valley, Mid Wales is set in probably the most breathtaking scenery in Britain and is literally situated at the base of the Cader Idris with ... More
Dolgoch Falls Hotel (6.28 miles)
Dolgoch Falls Hotel is unique in its position, being located at the south western corner of Wales' Snowdonia National Park just 5 miles from the beautiful West Wales coastline. Both ... More
Dovey Inn (8.69 miles)
Dovey Inn is the social hub of the picturesque town of Aberdyfi, set in the heart of the town on the Dovey Estuary at the top of the spectacular Cardigan ... More
The Old School House (8.71 miles)
Cross Foxes - Bar Grill Rooms (9.32 miles)
Gwesty Gwernan Hotel (9.56 miles)
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