Little Adventures

With Rhayader the Outdoor capital of Wales on the doorstep and Mid Wales to explore you are spoilt for choice of Little adventures and places to explore while staying with us at The Vulcan Lodge Cottages.

  • Bird Watching

    Red Kite Feeding Centre

    We are a 160 acre family-run working farm, now famous for our Red Kite Feeding Centre. Hundreds of Red Kites feed here every day. It is a truly breath-taking spectacle which we hope you will come along and witness for yourself.

  • Fishing

    Rhayader and Elan Valley Angling Association

    The River Wye and the Elan Valley Dams offer some of the most scenic fishing waters in Wales. The R&EV Association can help you find the best fishing in the area and fishing equipment can be bought in Rhayader.

  • Pony Trekking & Lessons

    Underhill Riding Stables

    Enjoy horse and pony riding in the peace and beauty of the the Mid Wales countryside with us. Our friendly, qualified, and experienced staff will ensure you have a relaxed ride whatever your age or riding ability.

  • Shooting Range

    Griffin-Lloyd shooting range

    offers a wide variety of clay target shooting to suit your needs whether an national/international athlete wishing to stay at the top of your game or a novice looking to try something new and exciting.

  • Pony Trekking

    Lion Royal Pony Trekking Centre

    Situated in the Elan Valley - Mid Wales, we really do have one of the most beautiful parts of the country right on our doorstep. We take out all levels of riding ability from novice to advanced riders.

  • Art Lovers

    Oriel Davies Gallery

    The Gallery is a key public art gallery of Wales, based in Newtown, rural Powys presenting world-class, thought-provoking and challenging art by national and international artists in an environment that is welcoming, engaging, informative and free. The Gallery and exhibition spaces are family-friendly, physically accessible and ideal for experiencing contemporary art.

  • Car Rally School

    Phil Price Rally School

    Provide a great venue for you using authentic welsh rally stages and use RWD & 4WD Subaru Impreza’s.

  • Paragliding

    The Mid Wales Paragliding Centre

    The centre is the longest established BHPA School serving the Whole of Mid and West Wales,

  • Castles

    Powis Castle

    A medieval castle, fortress and grand country house near Welshpool, in Powys, Wales. The castle and garden are under the care of the National Trust.

  • Walking and exploring

    The Elan Valley

    There are many reasons to visit Elan Valley. Part of the rugged Cambrian Mountains, Elan is a beautiful and unspoilt area made even more compelling by the dams and reservoirs which together create a wonderful, living landscape. The views are stunning and you are never far away from points of interest.

  • Historical Buildings

    Abbey Cwm Hir Hall

    A magnificent 52 room, Grade II* Gothic Revival mansion in 12 acre gardens, near Llandrindod Wells in Mid Wales. Open daily throughout the year to guided tours by the Humpherston family for individuals / couples / small and large groups. Outstanding architecture, Stunning interiors, Fascinating collections,