Open space with a Double and 2 single camp beds. No showers inside the unit - Shared facilities available. Campers' Kitchen with cooking equipment provided.

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Daisy- Bell Tent

Campervan Pitch without Electric Hook-up near the car park.
We are proudly off-grid to minimise wildlife disturbance & so guests can enjoy the spectacular night skies. Bring solar lights, torches, binoculars, wellies or walking boots - there are woodland paths to explore – its steep here but the views make the climb worth it! There’s no electric hook up or chemical disposal point.
Washing up den with tea towels & biodegradable washing up liquid just in case you’ve left them at your tent. Recycling boxes are emptied regularly. We aim to be as plastic free as possible.
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Campervan Pitch (Non-EHU)

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Idris our Shepherds Hut sits in a 3 acre wild flower meadow. Park on your private hard standing & follow the gravel path to find him. Take a moment to look at the view.. And listen - peaceful silence- just the stream rushing & the birds singing.
Once settled, take a seat either by the firepit, under the canopy or snuggled inside on the sheepskin bench & relax!
Tonight you’ll be sitting around the fire, toasting marshmallows, watching the starry skies the area is famous for.
Awake & from your bed take in breath-taking Cambrian mountain scenery, morning valley mists below, Red kites soaring above.
Now for breakfast - Cook up a feast on the gas BBQ in the adjoining undercover camp kitchen (preorder meat from our local butcher to be delivered & awaiting you) & enjoy a long hot shower in our beautiful off grid restored horse trailer bathroom & compost toilet hut with British organic shower products which is located right beside you.
Time for decisions – will you be off adventuring? The area is known for its walking /mountain bike routes. Or you can explore the woodland paths & hilltops on the farm and walk into Llanidloes if you want to go further & get great organic coffee. This area offers so much choice.
Will you instead just stop? Be still & quiet & enjoy a digital detox? Grabbing a book and immersing yourself in your meadow is just as nice a way to spend your stay.

Idris was so named after the farmer who preserved this place as his life's work. Our farm is 1200ft high, totally private & unspoilt. We are privileged to be its custodians & the profits from our glamping help us to manage the land. We ask for you to embrace this ethos, recycle using the bins provided, keep fires to the designated fire pit area & respect the countryside code.
We are mostly off grid so expect fairy lights & solar but there’s USB charging & heating in Idris. Along with your welcome basket of welsh produce there’s towels, bedding included. In the kitchen there’s tea/coffee.

We look forward to welcoming you!

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Shepherds Hut

Just 6 car free pitches are surrounded by tall grass & flowers across our 3 acre wild meadow. Peace, privacy & space guaranteed.

Prices include 2 adults & 2 children. 6 adults max per pitch. Small PUP tents free. Each pitch has log seating and a campfire.

We are a tent only site due to our narrow lane access and hill top location. Therefore pitches might not be completely flat & it can be windy at 1300ft so strong pegs recommended!

Cars are parked nearby & barrows are available to transport gear to pitches or we can help out with our quad bike!

Feel free to bring a BBQ or you can pre-book a fire bowl & logs. Marshmallows included! There’s usually a communal BBQ most weekends. 

We are proudly off-grid to minimise wildlife disturbance & so guests can enjoy the spectacular night skies. Bring solar lights, torches, binoculars, wellies or walking boots - there are woodland paths to explore – its steep here but the views make the climb worth it! There’s no electric hook up or chemical disposal point.

Washing up den with tea towels & biodegradable washing up liquid just in case you’ve left them at your tent. Recycling boxes are emptied regularly. We aim to be as plastic free as possible. 

Each pitch now has its own private compost loo, with 2 communal nice hot shower shacks.
Dogs welcome but must be kept on leads at all times. ‘Deposits’ must be collected & disposed of. As well as our own, we are surrounded by sheep farms & keeping our neighbours happy is paramount.

Groups wanting to pitch together, no problem, just contact us to check available dates.
Contact us with any queries or requests, we will always try our best to make your stay amazing.

Greener Camping Club membership required. Please add it on extra products if you're not a member

Meadow Camping

This Hut can aacomodate upto two adults and either a dog or child

One of the unique qualities of Raven's Retreat is that, unlike some other shepherds huts, you have your own bathroom attached via the back door to the veranda - so no getting wet. The Hut is well insulated and has a log burning stove to keep you warm even in winter. Logs and kindling are provided and the fire will be lit for you if you wish to arrive toasty warm. There is a pull out double bed and space for a single mattress. The bathroom has a Villa compost toilet (odourless) a shower/mini bath and heated towel rail. The kitchen area contains a microwave/grill, fridge, toaster, hob and kettle and eating and cooking equipment, including a cafetiere.

The hut is situated off a quiet lane and there is car parking for two vehicles.

WIFI is provided, but as there is no mobile signal we can lend you a pair of walkie-talkies to keep in touch.

There's an enclosed garden to keep the dog safe and a large play area (not presently fenced) which could also be used for a tent. There's a kennel and run at the house where we can keep an eye on your dog(s) if you want a day away. A continental style breakfast hamper with a choice of menus can be delivered to your door.

If you are interested or want more details please do feel free to contact us and we look forward to welcoming you to the "glamping" experience at Raven's Retreat.

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The Shepherds Hut

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First bag of logs is free, £5 thereafter.

The accommodation offered is an open plan living room, kitchen area and sectioned off bathroom with hot water, shower and heated towel rail. The living area has a table to seat four, chest of drawers, bookcase and a king-sized pull-out day bed, all warmed by a log burner and back up electric heater. A spiral staircase leads up to the sleeping platform above complete with double bed. The kitchen area has a fridge/freezer, combination microwave oven, gas hob, four slice toaster, kettle, hot water, cafetiere, cutlery, china and pots and pans and plenty of cupboard space.

Accessed through the back door from the kitchen area is a conservatory with a table and seating for four/five people. The Cabin is surrounded on two sides by a wide, covered veranda which houses the gas barbecue and where you can sit and admire the beautiful wooded landscape or watch the bats in the evening leaving for their nightly foray.

The property is accessed from the lane through a double gate into our garden where a car can be parked for unpacking (parking for one car is in the car park by the house). The Cabin is fenced off from our garden for peace and quiet and keeping the area as dog-proof as possible. There is a kennel with a run in the front garden area and the extensive veranda has a gate at either end so that dogs can be contained, whilst giving you some peace and keeping out muddy paws.
Such a uniquely beautiful valley can hardly fail to tempt those amongst you who have an artistic bent and there is a full size easel you can borrow. As the Cabin was initially designed as a studio, the living area has a large Velux window ideal for natural light and a selection of art and writing reference books for inspiration.

Look out for "Eddie" and friends! What used to be a bird hospital 15 years ago is now home to injured creatures of a wooden kind!

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We live in a beautiful part of Mid Wales - often referred to as a little bit of paradise - and have the bonus of being next to a Woodland Trust wood, Gwernafon, where you can walk your dog off-lead. So we look forward to sharing all this with you, with or without your dog(s) and giving you a much needed peaceful break. 
The Dogdays Holidays properties – Raven’s Retreat Shepherd's Hut and our traditionally built Cablogin Studio (complete with resident maternity bat roost) - are within three miles of the Dark Sky Discovery Site at the Star Inn, part of the Astro-tourism trail of the Cambrian Mountains and not far from forest, sea, mountains and lakes.

Prices include:

- "NEW" Double cereal/sweets/dog biscuits dispenser. Name your choice of goodies!
- FREE tea and coffee and biscuits and coffee percolator
- FREE dog biscuits
- FREE bedding and towels
- FREE dog treat toy
- FREE high speed WiFi
- FREE basket of logs (£5.00 thereafter)
- FREE electricity
- Free copy of "A Vision of Wings" or "Celtic Wings of Gold" both written by Sue

Raven's Retreat

Presenting, the Pemberton with its own private space, private parking, large decking area, hot tub, fire pit, outdoor dining area, loungers and an outside cool box with integrated bottle opener. Our Luxury Glamping Pod offers you all the delights of the camping experience with all the comforts of home.

There is so much to explore, so whether you choose to walk, cycle or drive, you will be spoilt for views of the beautiful Cambrian Mountains, home of the source of the River Severn.

The Pemberton

Brynllwyd Glamping is set on six acres of private land where Darren and Sue live on the outskirts of Devils Bridge in the heart of Mid Wales. We have a mixture of woodland, open fields and a beautiful lake with centre island.

Presenting, the Pemberton with its own private space, private parking, large decking area, hot tub, fire pit, outdoor dining area, loungers and an outside cool box with integrated bottle opener. Our Luxury Glamping Pod offers you all the delights of the camping experience with all the comforts of home.

There is so much to explore, so whether you choose to walk, cycle or drive, you will be spoilt for views of the beautiful Cambrian Mountains, home of the source of the River Severn.

Brynllwyd Glamping

Oak Cottage was built in 1932 and is situated in the village of Abermule, between Montgomery and Newtown in Mid Wales.
This two bedroomed, single storey cottage has been refurbished and the layout altered to maximise room space to make them cosy and yet practical.
Off road parking and access is through the conservatory at the side of the property.
Our Galley Kitchen is fully equipped and has a small breakfast bar for impromptu snacks and coffee breaks. The utility room has a washer/dryer and ironing board for your convenience.
A spacious living room with dining area opens out through double doors onto the patio area overlooking the large lawns. An ideal place for an evening meal or a relaxing breakfast. Fully equipped with TV and log effect electric fire for those cosy evenings in, the lounge has 2 large reclining sofas for relaxing.
The master bedroom contains a full-size double bed, ample wardrobe and drawer space and shares a family shower room with the twin room. A second toilet and wash basin makes this cottage ideal for 4 people sharing.
The conservatory alongside the cottage is a sun trap even on the coldest of days.
Gas central heating throughout.

Oak Cottage

A full service camping pitch, with a 16 amp electrical hook up, a TV lead with free-view channels, drinking water and grey waste disposal. he usual toilet and laundry facilities are of course provided. Just a few yards away, the village has the  Abermule pub to quench your thirst and provide hearty respite and the well stocked shop is open 6 days a week. The local Community Centre is a very short walk and has tennis courts, bowling green and other facilities available, with a small membership charge. 

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Each pitch has a 16 amp electrical hook up, a TV lead with free-view channels, drinking water and grey waste disposal. The usual toilet and laundry facilities are of course provided. 

Grass Camping Pitch

Alwyn and Olive began the family business in Abermule as a Garage serving fuel, repairing vehicles and buying and selling cars. When the property behind the Garage became available they bought their first Park and as it was a ‘Smithy’ they naturally named it Smithy Park. Lifestyles changed, the garage was sold and Westbrook Farm was purchased whilst retaining Smithy Park. Westbrook Farm had access to ½ mile of fishing on the River Teme and in due course fishermen requested caravan and camping pitches alongside so that they could stay for longer, and so The Bestparks Family evolved along with two young boys, Glenn and Wayne.

Smithy is a special place where the River Mule flows into the River Severn, and the Montgomery Canal runs alongside. Mature trees and shrubs give the park a garden like setting along with peace and tranquility. The Park has a friendly, family feel, and is happy to nestle unobtrusively tucked away from the Village at Abermule and yet is only a minutes walk from the local Inns and shop.

An on site Park Warden helps with the day to day running as well as the ground maintenance. Fully heated facilities are available for caravan and camping customers along with a small children’s play area. Holiday Home owners just allow themselves to be enfolded in this blissful park in Mid Wales.

Smithy Park

If you want breathtaking scenery & unbridled natural beauty then Belan Bluebell Woods is for you.

Red Kites circle above. Flower meadows around. Water babbles in the brook. And breathe...

Factor in a warm Welsh welcome on arrival to set the tone for your stay. 

Whether you want to walk or bike the spectacular Cambrian mountains or have a lazy weekend wrapped in nature with a potter into the our local town. We hope you’ll love staying with us & sharing our mountain views & bluebells.

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BHS authorized Lion Royal Hotel Trekking provide a friendly welcome to join in their trip that is daily out of the farm every morning around 10:30am. It is possible to just generate and join in either with your mount that is very own or using certainly one of their experienced ponies and horses which is allocated to you with temperament and size in your mind, based on your level of confidence and experience. Every day exploring the local hills, valleys and woodlands surrounding the scenic rivers Elan and Wye, more often than not down road though fairly evenly tracked and your helmet etc of course!They simply take an alternative route.  The daughter associated with owner is about 8 years old and often goes along, this is certainly beneficial to know in the event your kids lack self-confidence as seeing another ride that is youngster capably usually provides some reassurance and determination.No other facilities offered except livery, it's not for classes or day camps, you can't have a pony and there is no manage. What you can do it just take a gentle romp into the semi wild with well mannered mounts and a friendly, experienced guide.

Lion Royal Hotel Trekking

Steeped in myths and legends, tucked away full of the ancient Cambrian hills, the Silver Mountain Experience features tumbling channels, mystical feeling forests and long abandoned mine workings that will take you on an atmospheric journey through ab muscles mists of the time!For more youthful family members young ones is let loose to have the full magic of Woo Hoo Wood and additionally explore the tunnels where the Grovels reside... Whether making dens in the woods, building dams over in the stream or playing with the intriguing waterwheels into the Silver River play area there is plenty to accomplish for the whole family, regardless of the weather!Walk the Miners' Trail to see, hear and have the history all around you. Start with their Silver Mine exhibition then explore in full this prize website that is winning your leisure, following into the footsteps of these brave miners from so very sometime ago. Also remember to have a spin at gem panning!Dare your teenagers enter the dreaded Ebony Chasm? Rated 12A, this is certainly Wales' scariest experience that is underground where your worst nightmares will become truth mwahahaha! Watch out for the Coblynau, Morgens, Orcs as well as others that dwell in the darkness. Not for all those of a disposition that is nervous no way for less than 12s, but it might offer your mouthy 13 year old a good pause for thought!

A PLACE WHERE HISTORY, MYTH & LEGEND COLLIDE...

The Silver Mountain Experience

There are not just hundreds and a huge selection of exotic butterflies of all sizes flying freely across the facility, but in addition unusual insects too and giant caterpillars, plus really rare and plant that is exciting at The Magic of lifetime Butterfly home! It's a wonderfully immersive and environment that is relaxing many kids will adore. FYI the greatest methods to encourage them to secure as you go or you will make full utilization of the informative boards and find literally every stage of a butterfly's life from pupae to peacock wannabe on you're wearing bright clothes and standing very still!Depending in the age and attention span of the young ones you'll wander freely and revel in recognizing the stunning insects! It is an excellent resource that is academic well to be thoroughly fascinating throughout, ideal for all many years!And perfectly because of the maintained environment you will find just like numerous butterflies around to view during the springtime and autumn as you can find during the summer. Hooray! Exactly what a fantastic solution to brighten an off period day.And you meadow and woodland walks and some waterfalls if you fancy expanding your adventure a little further why not simply take a map along and explore round the Rheidol Valley, where! Brilliant territory for a household ramble, though if you believe the entire world that is genuine will undoubtedly be a patch on the collection inside, you have got another think coming!

The Magic of Life Butterfly House, Aberystwyth, Wales

The Magic of Life Butterfly House.
      Exotic plants and butterflies in the Rheidol Valley, Mid Wales. An
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The Magic of Life Butterfly House

Quackers is colourful, bright and clean with lots to accomplish. Bring along your friends for a party with you to have a go regarding the drop slip, that will be 17.5 legs high, or even to crawl through our under-slide tunnel simply because they do special prices for group bookings or you can book a party package in another of the themed party rooms.Challenge all your pals and adults whom come.

Quackers Play Centre, Newbridge-on-Wye

Giant playbarn in the heart of Wales with giant dropslides, go-karts, cafe.

Quackers Indoor Soft Play Centre

Glyndurs Way (Glyndwr) is an 135 mile (217 Km) long National Trail meandering through the open moorland, rolling farmland, woodland and forest of mid-Wales. Starting in Knighton and ending in Welshpool, the Trail is named after Owain Glyndur, Prince of Wales and Medieval Welsh nationalist leader who organised a rebellion against the English king, Henry IV in 1400.

You dont have to walk the Trail in one go to enjoy the best it has to offer. You can enjoy it as a series of day walks.


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Belan Bluebells

Cefn Bwlch, Llanidloes, Cwmbelan, Powys SY18 6QL, Wales

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Quackers Indoor Soft Play Centre

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