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Explore things to do in Wales' beautiful and varied countryside.

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Featured Story

Feel close to nature on a Celtic Rainforest walk

Did you know Wales has rainforests you can visit? Get close to nature on an ancient woodland walk.

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Tempt your taste buds along the Cambrian Way

A food trail full of mouthwatering treats along the Cambrian Way, through the heart of Wales.

Topics:

  • Rural
  • List
  • Food
  • Drink
Two women in protective clothing holding chainsaws in a forest.

The women working hard to care for our land

Hear from the women who are protecting and promoting special sites all around Wales.

Topics:

  • Rural
  • Summer
  • Winter
  • Outdoor
An ornate stone dam next to a footpath and narrow road.

Elan Valley walking trails

Admire the magnificent dams and stunning scenery on one of these walks around the Elan Valley.

Topics:

  • Health and wellbeing
  • Rural
  • List
  • Outdoor
Powys
Two women with orange and blue helmets and backpacks on mountain bikes in the green countryside and with yellow flowers in the foreground

Crossing Wales east to west by mountain bike

Outdoor bloggers Andrea and Bernadette from Germany reveal their tips for the perfect mountain biking experience in Wales.

Topics:

  • Guided tours
  • Groups
  • Mountains
  • Rural
Mid Wales
View over a large reservoir from high up a hillside.

Big skies and big adventures in rural Mid Wales

Immerse yourself in the outdoors around Llanidloes and Clywedog in the Cambrian Mountains.

Topics:

  • Cadw
  • Dark Skies
  • Self led itineraries
  • Rural
  • Outdoor
Mid Wales
A friendly Guard by an open railway carriage door.

Explore Cwm Rheidol by steam train

A day out on the heritage steam railway line between Aberystwyth and Devil's Bridge

Topics:

  • Trains and railways
  • Transport and travel
  • Rural
  • Outdoor
Ceredigion / Cardigan Bay
Red cloudy skies above snow capped mountain peaks over a forest.

Return to my trees

Author Matthew Yeomans shares a snapshot of some of the National Forest sites that you can explore too.

Topics:

  • Self led itineraries
  • Eco-friendly
  • Insider guide
  • Health and wellbeing
  • Rural
Canoes being paddled across a narrow canal aqueduct, with a steep drop on one side.

Watersports and walking adventures in Llangollen

Follow Chris Knight as he paddles, rafts, and hikes through one of North Wales’ most scenic landscapes.

Topics:

  • Guided tours
  • Insider guide
  • Health and wellbeing
  • Canals
  • Rural
  • Outdoor
North East Wales
Four cyclists on road bikes by a stone wall overlooking mountains.

Road cycling paradise

Expert cyclist Gruffudd ab Owain shares his favourite places to explore Wales by road bike

Topics:

  • Self led itineraries
  • Health and wellbeing
  • Rural
  • Outdoor
A lake with surrounding greenery, blue skies and clouds.

A guide to Maldwyn 

Immerse yourself in the plentiful experiences offered by Powys - a region steeped in agriculture, Welsh history and arts.

Topics:

  • Trains and railways
  • Historic places
  • Family
  • Rural
Powys
Dog friendly hotel room at Llanerch Vineyard

A hotel getaway for you and your pooch

Find the perfect pet-friendly hotel for your next holiday in Wales.

Topics:

  • Annual holidays
  • Rural
  • List
  • Accommodation
  • Hotel
Couple isat in the back of a campervan putting on walking boots in preparation for a hike with their dog.

Where to camp with your canine

Find the perfect spot in Wales to camp with your pet.

Topics:

  • Annual holidays
  • Rural
  • Accommodation
  • Camping and glamping

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