Llangurig

Situated on the banks of the River Wye among the beautiful rolling hills of Plynlimon, Llangurig is the perfect location to discover Montgomeryshire, and an ideal holiday base to explore Wales. With a 15th century church containing fine armorial stained glass, and also the Royal pew of Prince Albert, later King George VI, the village has good examples of arts and crafts architecture by W.A.S. Benson.

Different types of accommodation offer a wide choice throughout the year. The surrounding countryside, with outstanding scenery, provides the opportunity for an extensive range of activities, including walking, scenic car drives, golf, sailing, fishing, clay pigeon shooting, horse riding and canal trips, bird watching, and visits to fine gardens and country houses.

Places of interest

Llangurig Parish Church, founded before 550AD. The present building is largely 15th century, and was sensitively restored by Sir Gilbert Scott. Fine woodwork and stained glass windows adorn the building, and it's worth asking about the metal grid, one of the last remaining.

Devil's Bridge, 20 miles west on the A44, worth finding out why it's called that. There's a spectacular waterfall, and it's the terminus of the Rheidol Light Railway.

Elan Valley Dams, with a visitor centre and cafe, 10 miles south on the A470, then turn right. Spectacular scenery, and the water supply for Birmingham, along with Powis Castle and its many gardens.

Red Kite Centre, Rhayader, where you can see them feeding.

Clywedog Reservoir, 7 miles north east, for fly fishing and sailing. Licenses and boat hire from the Travellers Rest Restaurant in Llanidloes.