Tregynon Hall's Local Community
Newtown is a small market town is situated on the banks of the river Severn. It has excellent shopping as well as a having a theatre, museum and art gallery. Newtown is steeped in history. It is the resting place of the Pryce family, founders of Pryce Jones, the world's first ever mail order company and was also home to Robert Owen, the founder of the Co-operative movement.
Places to stay
Highgate House
Highgate House is a 17th century black and white farmhouse, 3 miles away from Newtown. They have 3 large ensuite double bedrooms and 1 single room, all comfortably and tastefully decorated.
Highgate, Nr Newtown Montgomeryshire SY16 3LF.
Telephone 01686 623 763
www.highgate-accommodation.co.uk/
The Elephant & Castle Hotel
The Elephant and Castle Hotel situated in the heart of Newtown is a 38-bedroom establishment offering excellent value, including our own superb restaurant and bar meals and lively public and cocktail bars.
Broad Street, Newtown, Powys, SY16 2BQ
Tel: (01686) 626271
www.elephantandcastle-newtown.co.uk/
Places to visit
Powys Castle and garden
Powys castle is a medieval castle which is now home to the Earl of Powys. The garden is world famous with Italianate terraces and the castle houses one of the finest collections of paintings and furniture in Wales. In addition the Clive museum houses a beautiful collection of Indian treasures.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Centre for Alternative Technology
One of the world’s most renowned eco-centres, featuring interactive displays and practical examples of sustainable living, renewable energy and organic gardening. On arrival visitors ascend 180ft via a cliff railway powered by water. The site spreads over 7 acres and includes interactive displays that demonstrate the power of wind water and sun. It also has examples of environmentally responsible buildings, energy conservation, organic growing and waste management.
www.cat.org.uk
Welshpool and Llanfair Light Railway
The railway was first opened in 1903 to link the market town of Welshpool to the rural community of Llanfair Caereinion. Today the narrow gauge railway is used by visitors and those wanting a less rushed form of transport. All the trains are steam powered and some of the carriages have open balconys which give passengers access to the fantastic views along the route.
www.wllr.org.uk
Aberdovey
Aberdovey is a thriving harbour resort set within Snowdonia National Park. Aberdovey has watersports galore including sailing, sailboarding, canoeing, fishing and boat trips.In addition Aberdovey has award winning beaches and a championship golf course.
www.aberdovey.org.uk |
