Braich Goch Bunkhouse and Inn

The Dyfi Valley is an area of outstanding natural beauty and internationally significant habitats, with numerous national and local nature reserves. Its most obvious asset is its landscape. The estuary area, including its human and built elements, has been designated as Wales's first biosphere reserve

Machynlleth was briefly made the Welsh capital in 1404, when Owain Glyndwr had himself crowned King of a free Wales at Parliament House in Maengwyn Street. But his efforts were thwarted by the English crown. Today the small town is a lively place, full of buildings with character and many shops selling local produce, arts and crafts. There is a Wednesday market and a good selection of shops, bike shops, pubs, Inns and cafes.
Beautiful natural landscapes in the Dyfi Valley include: the Tarren escarpment, Aran Mountains, Snowdonia, Ynyslas dunes and Cors Fochno National Nature Reserve, The Pennant valley, peat bog, moorland and deciduous and coniferous forests.
Ample walking opportunities using the network of footpaths and forest walks, including the Glyndwr's Way National Trail.
Bird watching, especially on the estuary, with Red Kites on the moors and mountains.
Cycling using the north-south national cycle Route 8 and a range of mountain bike and leisure cycle ways, including the recently launched ClimachX, Mach 1, 2 and 3 routes.
Dinghy sailing and yachting based in Aberdyfi, sea and river angling, including salmon and sea trout fishing on the River Dyfi.
Numerous visitor attractions based on a culture and heritage, local crafts and special interest activities such as steam railways. Consult your Discovery Information for the options