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Topic page for content exploring Wales' beautiful countryside. 

Beautiful lake lined with trees reflecting in the water

The smallest town in Wales

Its population is 850, but Llanwrtyd Wells has one of the most active communities in Wales.

Topics:

  • Wellness activities
  • Countryside
  • City / Town
  • My place
Mid Wales
Three red kites flying in the air

Up close with the red kites in Wales

Jude Rogers takes her family to Gigrin Farm in Rhayader to view their incredible red kites up close.

Topics:

  • National symbols
  • Countryside
  • Amazing places
  • Outdoor
Mid Wales
Machynlleth from above.

Spotlight on Machynlleth

Things to do in and around the quirky Mid Wales market town of Machynlleth.

Topics:

  • Eco
  • Trains and railways
  • Historic buildings
  • Countryside
  • List
Mid Wales
An estuary meeting the sea overlooking a small town.

A Cilgerran to Cardigan walk through history

Follow the River Teifi from Cilgerran Castle to the sea along this fascinating six-mile (10km) walk.

Topics:

  • Cadw
  • National Trust
  • Countryside
  • Trip
West Wales
Two mountain bikers heading down a trail.

Get off the beaten track

Three friends, five days, mountain biking in Wales, from North to South.

Topics:

  • Tours
  • Mountains
  • Countryside
  • Travelogue
boats and jetty, with visitor centre in background.

Welsh lakes and reservoirs to explore

Go kayaking, cycling, walking or wildlife-watching in our beautiful Welsh lakeland landscapes.

Topics:

  • Countryside
  • List
  • Outdoor
View from top of a mountain looking over houses and woodland.

Top mountain spots for an amazing view

Mountains define the Welsh landscape. Here are ten of the best places to stop and admire them.

Topics:

  • Mountains
  • Countryside
  • Amazing places
  • Outdoor
River Teifi in low light with boars on the river.

Teifi Valley adventures

Discover the best things to see, eat, drink and do along the shores of the River Teifi.

Topics:

  • Countryside
  • List
  • Food
  • Outdoor
Ceredigion / Cardigan Bay
Image of a person wearing a snorkel and mask in a bog.

Can you beat the bog?

Fancy a 60 metre swim in a peat bog? Of course you do. There’s a World Title up for grabs.

Topics:

  • Countryside
  • Summer
  • Outdoor
Mid Wales
waterfall in full flow, with surrounding trees.

Let's fall in love: the hidden cascades of Wales

Waterfalls are good for you. It's a fact. Meet some of our secret falls on roads less travelled.

Topics:

  • Wellness activities
  • Countryside
  • List
  • Outdoor
two women and dogs in beer garden.

Pubs for pups: Enjoy a round with your hound

Here are a selection of pubs that are cosy dog-friendly Welsh boozers.

Topics:

  • Countryside
  • Food
  • Pub
  • Outdoor
Dark skies image of Bannau, Sir Gaer and Fan Brycheiniog from Llyn y Fan Fach.

Stargaze in Brecon

Manager for Dark Sky Wales, Allan Trow, shows us the best spots for some Brecon stargazing.

Topics:

  • Countryside
  • Brecon Beacons National Park
  • List
  • Outdoor
Mid Wales

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