Guidebook for Cilycwm

Dafydd & Meryl
Dafydd & Meryl
Guidebook for Cilycwm

Food Scene

A friendly pub with a cosy log fire. Quality home cooked food, great beer or fine wine. Children welcome.
8 residents recomanen
Neuadd Fawr Arms
8 residents recomanen
A friendly pub with a cosy log fire. Quality home cooked food, great beer or fine wine. Children welcome.
The biggest local supermarket.
6 residents recomanen
Co-op Food - Llandovery
High Street
6 residents recomanen
The biggest local supermarket.
Health foods, local produce, vegetarian and vegan foods, fresh fruit and vegetables. Locally produced artisan stone baked sourdough and speciality breads, Liliwen herbs and Welsh honey.
8 residents recomanen
Iechyd Da
11 Broad St
8 residents recomanen
Health foods, local produce, vegetarian and vegan foods, fresh fruit and vegetables. Locally produced artisan stone baked sourdough and speciality breads, Liliwen herbs and Welsh honey.
A small pub / restaurant between Llandeilo and Carmarthen. Saltmarsh lamb, Welsh beef and free range, rare breed pork are all on the menu.
48 residents recomanen
Y Polyn
48 residents recomanen
A small pub / restaurant between Llandeilo and Carmarthen. Saltmarsh lamb, Welsh beef and free range, rare breed pork are all on the menu.
83 residents recomanen
Wright's Food Emporium
83 residents recomanen
The cool cafe on an industrial estate that has been named the best in Wales. Breakfast, brunch, lunch. Vegetarian friendly, vegan and gluten free options.
12 residents recomanen
The Hangout
Talley Road
12 residents recomanen
The cool cafe on an industrial estate that has been named the best in Wales. Breakfast, brunch, lunch. Vegetarian friendly, vegan and gluten free options.
A huge selection of Welsh and world wide products including cheeses, wines, olives, artisan breads and charcuterie.
30 residents recomanen
Ginhaus Deli
Market Street
30 residents recomanen
A huge selection of Welsh and world wide products including cheeses, wines, olives, artisan breads and charcuterie.
10 residents recomanen
Welsh Venison Centre
10 residents recomanen
Penderyn Distillery - enjoy a tour and learn about the history of whisky making in Wales and even taste the products!
Penderyn
Penderyn Distillery - enjoy a tour and learn about the history of whisky making in Wales and even taste the products!

Sightseeing,walking, biking, shopping, castles, beaches, gardens

A man-made lake constructed in the early 70's, nestled in the Doethie Valley and surrounded by the beautiful Tywi Forest. The area is popular with road cyclists, mountain bikers and walkers and it is the ideal location for an afternoon picnic. Drive around the dam to the market town of Tregaron via Soar y Mynydd Chapel or, alternatively, drive to Abergwesyn via Devil's Staircase to the small town of Llanwrtyd, where the well known song "SosbanFfach' was composed.
21 residents recomanen
Llyn Brianne
21 residents recomanen
A man-made lake constructed in the early 70's, nestled in the Doethie Valley and surrounded by the beautiful Tywi Forest. The area is popular with road cyclists, mountain bikers and walkers and it is the ideal location for an afternoon picnic. Drive around the dam to the market town of Tregaron via Soar y Mynydd Chapel or, alternatively, drive to Abergwesyn via Devil's Staircase to the small town of Llanwrtyd, where the well known song "SosbanFfach' was composed.
Walk through enchanting woodland, past the fast-flowing river Tywi. The Reserve is home to all manner of bird life including red kites, pied flycatchers, redstarts, common sandpipers, dippers and grey wagtails. Enjoy beautiful bluebell walks in the spring. Visit the cave of Twm Sion Cati - the Welsh Robin Hood.
13 residents recomanen
RSPB Gwenffrwd-dinas
13 residents recomanen
Walk through enchanting woodland, past the fast-flowing river Tywi. The Reserve is home to all manner of bird life including red kites, pied flycatchers, redstarts, common sandpipers, dippers and grey wagtails. Enjoy beautiful bluebell walks in the spring. Visit the cave of Twm Sion Cati - the Welsh Robin Hood.
Learn about the story of the quest for gold more than 2,000 years ago. Pan for gold or venture on an underground tour.
24 residents recomanen
Dolaucothi Gold Mines
24 residents recomanen
Learn about the story of the quest for gold more than 2,000 years ago. Pan for gold or venture on an underground tour.
A spectacular Welsh castle. Spell-binding views. Explore the natural cave that runs beneath the castle. Enjoy circular walks around the castle and meet the historic rare-breed long horn cattle.
106 residents recomanen
Castell Carreg Cennen
106 residents recomanen
A spectacular Welsh castle. Spell-binding views. Explore the natural cave that runs beneath the castle. Enjoy circular walks around the castle and meet the historic rare-breed long horn cattle.
Aberglasney was made famous by the BBC television series " A Garden Lost in Time". Today, it is one of Wales' finest gardens.
100 residents recomanen
Jardins d'Aberglasney
100 residents recomanen
Aberglasney was made famous by the BBC television series " A Garden Lost in Time". Today, it is one of Wales' finest gardens.
Opened in 2000 as one of the National Millennium projects, today it is a profusion of rare plants. You will find a unique double walled garden, a Japanese garden, vegetable plots, tranquil lakes and elegant lily ponds. Inside the award-winning Great Glasshouse there is a special collection of plants from around the world.
197 residents recomanen
Jardí Botànic Nacional de Gal·les
197 residents recomanen
Opened in 2000 as one of the National Millennium projects, today it is a profusion of rare plants. You will find a unique double walled garden, a Japanese garden, vegetable plots, tranquil lakes and elegant lily ponds. Inside the award-winning Great Glasshouse there is a special collection of plants from around the world.
Cwm Rhaeadr, which means " Valley of the waterfall" is a remote woodland and picnic area. A short trail, suitable for all abilities, passes two peaceful ponds. Catch a glimpse of the dramatic falls on the Waterfall walk. There is also a mountain biking trail for experienced riders.
18 residents recomanen
Cwm Rhaeadr MTB Trail
18 residents recomanen
Cwm Rhaeadr, which means " Valley of the waterfall" is a remote woodland and picnic area. A short trail, suitable for all abilities, passes two peaceful ponds. Catch a glimpse of the dramatic falls on the Waterfall walk. There is also a mountain biking trail for experienced riders.
A 10 hectare lake on the Black Mountain, Carmarthenshire. A legend is connected with the lake, known as The lady of the lake. The son of a widow from Blaen Sawdde, Llanddeusant, agreed to marry a beautiful girl who arose from the lake, on the condition that he would not hit her three times. They brought up a family at Esgair Llaethdy, Myddfai but she went back into the lake, taking her cattle with her, after he hit her three times. She came back only to instruct her sons who became known as The Physicians of Myddfai. Walk along a track to the lake and enjoy truly wonderful views. This is also a great place for bird spotting.
48 residents recomanen
Llyn y Fan Fach
48 residents recomanen
A 10 hectare lake on the Black Mountain, Carmarthenshire. A legend is connected with the lake, known as The lady of the lake. The son of a widow from Blaen Sawdde, Llanddeusant, agreed to marry a beautiful girl who arose from the lake, on the condition that he would not hit her three times. They brought up a family at Esgair Llaethdy, Myddfai but she went back into the lake, taking her cattle with her, after he hit her three times. She came back only to instruct her sons who became known as The Physicians of Myddfai. Walk along a track to the lake and enjoy truly wonderful views. This is also a great place for bird spotting.
A family day out. 3 caves to explore, dinosaurs and shire horses. Voted " Britain's Finest Natural Wonder"
133 residents recomanen
Centre Nacional de Coves d'Exhibició per a Gal·les
133 residents recomanen
A family day out. 3 caves to explore, dinosaurs and shire horses. Voted " Britain's Finest Natural Wonder"
Discover Dinefwr Castle and the history of Lord Rhys, a key figure in welsh history. Enjoy a hands -on atmospheric circa 1912 experience in Newton House. Explore the park and meet the White Park cattle, deer and badgers.
94 residents recomanen
Castell Dinefwr
94 residents recomanen
Discover Dinefwr Castle and the history of Lord Rhys, a key figure in welsh history. Enjoy a hands -on atmospheric circa 1912 experience in Newton House. Explore the park and meet the White Park cattle, deer and badgers.
The highest mountain in Southern Britain with truly spectacular views from the summit. It is said that if you stand on Pen y Fan and look northwest, you can see all the way to Snowdon. Visit Wales website / Crowning Glory for more details of walks.
225 residents recomanen
Pen-y-Fan
225 residents recomanen
The highest mountain in Southern Britain with truly spectacular views from the summit. It is said that if you stand on Pen y Fan and look northwest, you can see all the way to Snowdon. Visit Wales website / Crowning Glory for more details of walks.
The highest waterfall in South Wales at 90 foot. Truely beautiful.
57 residents recomanen
Cascada de Henrhyd
Dol Henrhyd
57 residents recomanen
The highest waterfall in South Wales at 90 foot. Truely beautiful.
4 waterfalls including Sgwd Clun - Gwyn, Sgwd y Pannwr, Sgwd Isaf Clun- Gwyn and Sgwd yr Eira where you can walk behind the falls.
24 residents recomanen
Cascada Sgwd Yr Eira
24 residents recomanen
4 waterfalls including Sgwd Clun - Gwyn, Sgwd y Pannwr, Sgwd Isaf Clun- Gwyn and Sgwd yr Eira where you can walk behind the falls.
Llyn Syfadan - the largest natural lake in South wales, famous for coarse fishing and watersports.
87 residents recomanen
Llac de Llangorse
87 residents recomanen
Llyn Syfadan - the largest natural lake in South wales, famous for coarse fishing and watersports.
Llandrindod - the happiest place in Wales!
16 residents recomanen
Llandrindod Wells Lake
16 residents recomanen
Llandrindod - the happiest place in Wales!
A world famous attraction with 3 bridges and unique waterfalls.
59 residents recomanen
Pontarfynach
59 residents recomanen
A world famous attraction with 3 bridges and unique waterfalls.
5 walking trails of varying length and difficulty way marked from the main car park.
40 residents recomanen
Hafod Estate
40 residents recomanen
5 walking trails of varying length and difficulty way marked from the main car park.
A National Trust property including a John Nash villa, a working farm with traditional Welsh breeds, a walled garden with 51 varieties of apple.
36 residents recomanen
Llanerchaeron
36 residents recomanen
A National Trust property including a John Nash villa, a working farm with traditional Welsh breeds, a walled garden with 51 varieties of apple.
The Westminster Abbey of Wales. It is the final resting place for generations of Welsh princes. The great poet Dafydd ap Gwilym is said to be buried under a yew tree.
16 residents recomanen
Strata Florida Abbey/ Abaty Ystrad Fflur
Abbey Road
16 residents recomanen
The Westminster Abbey of Wales. It is the final resting place for generations of Welsh princes. The great poet Dafydd ap Gwilym is said to be buried under a yew tree.
A university town and home to the National Library of Wales, Constitution Hill and Cliff Railway, Vale of Rheidol Railway and Aberystwyth arts Centre.
151 residents recomanen
Aberystwyth
151 residents recomanen
A university town and home to the National Library of Wales, Constitution Hill and Cliff Railway, Vale of Rheidol Railway and Aberystwyth arts Centre.
A Georgian harbour town, the gem of Cardigan bay. Take a walk along the coastal and cycle paths.
123 residents recomanen
Aberaeron
123 residents recomanen
A Georgian harbour town, the gem of Cardigan bay. Take a walk along the coastal and cycle paths.
A popular seaside resort and traditional fishing town. Key attractions are the picturesque harbour and expansive sandy beach and the ability to see the dolphins of Cardigan Bay. Nearby is the New Quay Honey farm.
31 residents recomanen
New Quay Beach
31 residents recomanen
A popular seaside resort and traditional fishing town. Key attractions are the picturesque harbour and expansive sandy beach and the ability to see the dolphins of Cardigan Bay. Nearby is the New Quay Honey farm.
A beautiful hidden cove a popular beach with families, walkers and dolphin watchers.
48 residents recomanen
Mwnt
48 residents recomanen
A beautiful hidden cove a popular beach with families, walkers and dolphin watchers.
The second largest town in Ceredigion with a Norman Castle which was the location of the first National Eisteddfod in 1176. The castle underwent restoration in 2014.
60 residents recomanen
Cardigan
60 residents recomanen
The second largest town in Ceredigion with a Norman Castle which was the location of the first National Eisteddfod in 1176. The castle underwent restoration in 2014.
The smallest city in Britain. City status was awarded in 1995 although the roots of St. David's go back to the 5th century when St. David himself lived there.
191 residents recomanen
St Davids
191 residents recomanen
The smallest city in Britain. City status was awarded in 1995 although the roots of St. David's go back to the 5th century when St. David himself lived there.
A walled seaside town with 2 and a half miles of sandy beaches. Boats sail from Tenby's harbour to offshore monastic Caldy Island.
85 residents recomanen
Tenby Harbour
85 residents recomanen
A walled seaside town with 2 and a half miles of sandy beaches. Boats sail from Tenby's harbour to offshore monastic Caldy Island.
Best Animal day Out and Best for Little Kids award 2019.
289 residents recomanen
Folly Farm Adventure Park & Zoo
289 residents recomanen
Best Animal day Out and Best for Little Kids award 2019.
Wales' only walking safari! Pet giant rabbits, watch lemurs ump about, hand feed wallabies and more.
124 residents recomanen
Manor Wildlife Park
124 residents recomanen
Wales' only walking safari! Pet giant rabbits, watch lemurs ump about, hand feed wallabies and more.
Fun for the whole family including toddler friendly rides and fast thrills and spills including Megafobia.
222 residents recomanen
Oakwood Theme Park
Canaston Bridge
222 residents recomanen
Fun for the whole family including toddler friendly rides and fast thrills and spills including Megafobia.
A shopper's haven!
152 residents recomanen
Narbeth
152 residents recomanen
A shopper's haven!
Wide open beach with miles of sand. Scene of many attempts on world land speed records.
11 residents recomanen
Pendine
11 residents recomanen
Wide open beach with miles of sand. Scene of many attempts on world land speed records.
A natural beauty spot. The falls range from quiet and peaceful when the river is low to an impressive force of nature when the river is in full flood. A well known salmon leap.
64 residents recomanen
Cataractes de Cenarth
64 residents recomanen
A natural beauty spot. The falls range from quiet and peaceful when the river is low to an impressive force of nature when the river is in full flood. A well known salmon leap.
Always wanted to be a traindriver? Feel what it was really like to drive a steam locomotive. Enjoy a cream tea or a curry night. Please check dates.
27 residents recomanen
Ferrocaril de vapor de Gwili
27 residents recomanen
Always wanted to be a traindriver? Feel what it was really like to drive a steam locomotive. Enjoy a cream tea or a curry night. Please check dates.
One of Wales' top visitor attractions. Set in 500 acres of woodland and 8 miles of golden sands
101 residents recomanen
Parc i platja de Pembrey
101 residents recomanen
One of Wales' top visitor attractions. Set in 500 acres of woodland and 8 miles of golden sands
A beautiful sandy beach located below historic Llansteffan castle. Views over estuary to Ferryside. Take the Llansteffan to Ferryside ferry 'Glansteffan'.
47 residents recomanen
Llansteffan
47 residents recomanen
A beautiful sandy beach located below historic Llansteffan castle. Views over estuary to Ferryside. Take the Llansteffan to Ferryside ferry 'Glansteffan'.
Visit the castle founded in 1106, a fourteenth century bridge and gate, the former quay ( now a nature reserve) and an industrial museum.
13 residents recomanen
Kidwelly
13 residents recomanen
Visit the castle founded in 1106, a fourteenth century bridge and gate, the former quay ( now a nature reserve) and an industrial museum.
A long sandy beach, backed by dunes and salt marshes. Has been described as one of Europe's best beaches.
20 residents recomanen
Cefn Sidan Sands
20 residents recomanen
A long sandy beach, backed by dunes and salt marshes. Has been described as one of Europe's best beaches.
Hand feed the rarest goose in the world, see colourful flamingos, go bug hunting and pond dipping, enjoy bird watching from the hives.
48 residents recomanen
Centre Humedal de WWT Llanelli
48 residents recomanen
Hand feed the rarest goose in the world, see colourful flamingos, go bug hunting and pond dipping, enjoy bird watching from the hives.
Top class horse racing.
23 residents recomanen
Ffos Las Racecourse
Culla Road
23 residents recomanen
Top class horse racing.
The UK's first area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, famous for beautiful coastline and sandy beaches. Sample Penclawdd cockles, succulent salt Marsh lamb and the famous Laverbread.
115 residents recomanen
Gower
115 residents recomanen
The UK's first area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, famous for beautiful coastline and sandy beaches. Sample Penclawdd cockles, succulent salt Marsh lamb and the famous Laverbread.
The largest indoor market in Wales, an award winning, historic market that offers a unique shopping experience.
44 residents recomanen
Swansea Market
44 residents recomanen
The largest indoor market in Wales, an award winning, historic market that offers a unique shopping experience.
Swansea's premier leisure complex.
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Swansea's premier leisure complex.
A Neo Gothic Folly erected in honour of Lord nelson. Feel on top of the world and enjoy splendid views over the Tywi Valley.
19 residents recomanen
Paxton's Tower
19 residents recomanen
A Neo Gothic Folly erected in honour of Lord nelson. Feel on top of the world and enjoy splendid views over the Tywi Valley.
Sited on a rocky hill, it overlooks the Tywi Valley with extensive views.
29 residents recomanen
Dryslwyn Castle
B4297
29 residents recomanen
Sited on a rocky hill, it overlooks the Tywi Valley with extensive views.
Llandeilo is a gem. An ancient capital of Wales, the town has the largest single arch stone bridge in Wales which is fringed by pretty pastel painted houses that sweep up to the town centre. There's an array of small independent shops.Shopping in Llandeilo is an absolute pleasure!
97 residents recomanen
Llandeilo
97 residents recomanen
Llandeilo is a gem. An ancient capital of Wales, the town has the largest single arch stone bridge in Wales which is fringed by pretty pastel painted houses that sweep up to the town centre. There's an array of small independent shops.Shopping in Llandeilo is an absolute pleasure!
A market town described by the early travel writer George Borrow as " the pleasantest little town in which I have halted." Llandovery has an ancient castle, a museum and a private school. It has a leading Welsh Premiership rugby union team nicknamed The Drovers.
28 residents recomanen
Llandovery
28 residents recomanen
A market town described by the early travel writer George Borrow as " the pleasantest little town in which I have halted." Llandovery has an ancient castle, a museum and a private school. It has a leading Welsh Premiership rugby union team nicknamed The Drovers.
A fun filled family day out. A huge indoor soft play area and lots of outdoor adventure play.
38 residents recomanen
Cantref - Adventure Farm
38 residents recomanen
A fun filled family day out. A huge indoor soft play area and lots of outdoor adventure play.
A family play centre with the biggest drop slide in Mid Wales!
21 residents recomanen
Quackers
21 residents recomanen
A family play centre with the biggest drop slide in Mid Wales!
An award winning indoor soft play centre.
9 residents recomanen
Play Barn at Brynich
9 residents recomanen
An award winning indoor soft play centre.

Sports

Llandovery Swimming Pool
Cilycwm Road
Llandovery Squash Club
New Road
Llandovery College Golf Course
11 residents recomanen
Builth Wells Golf Club
Golf Links Road
11 residents recomanen
Brecon Golf Club
Newton Park
6 residents recomanen
Glynhir Golf Course
Glynhir Road
6 residents recomanen

Mountain Biking

6.7 km red grade quality single track riding including a descent over a rocky ridge , along with stunning views over the scenic valley and waterfall. Great reviews.
18 residents recomanen
Cwm Rhaeadr MTB Trail
18 residents recomanen
6.7 km red grade quality single track riding including a descent over a rocky ridge , along with stunning views over the scenic valley and waterfall. Great reviews.
Dramatic views and deep river valleys for fantastic mountain biking. 3 big climbs and descents. More experienced riders can test their skills on the formidable black graded Raven Trail whilst the Derwen Trail is perfect for families and novices.
6 residents recomanen
Brechfa
6 residents recomanen
Dramatic views and deep river valleys for fantastic mountain biking. 3 big climbs and descents. More experienced riders can test their skills on the formidable black graded Raven Trail whilst the Derwen Trail is perfect for families and novices.
A number of cycling routes all suitable for families looking for road riding in a stunning location.
9 residents recomanen
Crychan Forest
9 residents recomanen
A number of cycling routes all suitable for families looking for road riding in a stunning location.
A superb country park set around a historical and mythological lake, known for its wildlife. Mountain biking and cycling around the lake.
18 residents recomanen
Parc Nacional Llyn Llech Owain
18 residents recomanen
A superb country park set around a historical and mythological lake, known for its wildlife. Mountain biking and cycling around the lake.
Numerous bike tracks and cycle ways all suitable for families. Bike hire available at the Ski Centre.
101 residents recomanen
Parc i platja de Pembrey
101 residents recomanen
Numerous bike tracks and cycle ways all suitable for families. Bike hire available at the Ski Centre.

Theatre

A choice of theatres - The Miners, Ammanford; The Lyric, Carmarthen; The Ffwrnes, Llanelli; The Grand , Swansea and Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon.
14 residents recomanen
Teatre Líric
29 Shaftesbury Ave
14 residents recomanen
A choice of theatres - The Miners, Ammanford; The Lyric, Carmarthen; The Ffwrnes, Llanelli; The Grand , Swansea and Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon.

Fishing

A number of fish species including carp, perch, tench, roach and rudd.
Bryncoch Farm
A number of fish species including carp, perch, tench, roach and rudd.
Extensively stocked with carp, mirror, tench and beam
Sylen Lakes
Extensively stocked with carp, mirror, tench and beam