2024

KING ARTHUR'S LABYRINTH

Site of archaeology crafts and science and technology

Escape into the mysteries of Arthurian legends and let yourself be guided on a true adventure, which younger visitors will particularly enjoy. Between vast caverns and winding tunnels, this attraction takes you back to the Middle Ages, to the time of King Arthur. Discover ancient stories and other Welsh legends, with the help of a mysterious hooded guide. Please note that the attraction may be closed in the event of heavy rain, so be sure to call ahead. Numerous stores and cafés in the center.

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 Machynlleth
2024

CENTRE FOR ALTERNATIVE TECHNOLOGY (C.A.T.)

Visit science and technology

Located on a former mine, the Alternative Technology Centre attracts convinced eco-lovers and curious people by the thousands every year. Originally, the C.A.T. was a community of idealists who decided to live in self-sufficiency. To do this, they had to produce their own electricity, recycle their waste, not use fertilizers, etc. The goal: to minimize its environmental impact. The experience almost immediately attracted the curiosity of ecologists from all over the world. More than 30 years after the foundation of this community, some of the idealists of the time still live at the C.A.T.

From now on, the Centre's vocation is to explain the basics of sustainable development by exposing the different ways of using renewable resources: the sun, wind, water; the funicular that runs on water provides an excellent illustration. The C.A.T. also tries to go further in its approach to promoting renewable energies: it offers, for example, courses explaining how to build a straw-based house or how to build panels using old radiators to heat water and your home... During these courses, you can be housed in the "eco-cabins" on site. You can also taste the specialities of the vegetarian tea room or buy organic products. It is really an exciting and worthwhile visit, to better understand the climate emergency and the challenges of global warming.

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 Machynlleth
2024

MID WALES FALCONRY

Natural Crafts

Fauconnerie in operation since 2000 and which attracts many nature and animal lovers every year. After being familiar with birds of prey and falcons of all kinds, departure to fly and recover birds. Possibility to leave for a half-day or take a two-hour walk for more reasonable prices. Beautiful birds of prey, incredibly domesticated. A great opportunity to discover the intelligence of these birds! Photo workshops can be organized, prices on request.

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 Welshpool
2024

RED KITE FEEDING STATION

Natural Crafts

Centre of the red kite, a threatened species of bird of prey that has returned in force in recent years. The farmer, a great lover of these falcons, feeds them every day at 3pm in summer and 2pm in winter. Hidden in wooden shelters, they are seen turning and hitting the prey in a red flash. It is a privilege to attend the meal! And the farmer's passion and sympathy allow us to learn more about these birds. And for photography lovers, it's an opportunity to make beautiful images!

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 Rhayader