Cycling and Mountain Biking:
Mid Wales is a cyclist's paradise, with mile upon mile of quiet country roads and lanes to explore. Rhayader is on one of the most the scenic sections of the Welsh National Cycle Route 8 (Lôn Las Cymru). This section has many miles of safe off road cycleways for the whole family to enjoy. The National Cycle route runs the entire length of Wales, from Chepstow in the south to Holyhead on the isle of Anglesey in the north. Cycles can be hired locally.

For mountain bikers, the countless bridlepaths in the area offer endless possibilities for off-road riding.
As part of the recent Millennium celebrations, a purpose-made cycle path was constructed which leads from Rhayader to the very top of the Elan Valley.

Start of Millenium Cycle Path

Bird Watching:
With so many birds in their natural habitat, Mid Wales is a bird-watchers' dream come true. You can visit the wetlands and see more than 80 different species or explore the hills and mountains to see the birds of prey in all their majestic glory.

The highlight of your tour must surely be to view the Red Kites soaring effortlessly in the skies above - you can even see the Kites being fed at the local Gigrin Farm where purpose-built hides have been constructed from which to view these truly beautiful creatures at close quarters.