Some 10.5mi/17km up the Dovey valley from Aberdovey is Machynlleth (pop. 1,900), an attractive little town with broad tree-lined streets, little shops and a tall Victorian clock-tower. In the Middle Ages the rebel Owen Glendower (Owain Glyndwr) held his first parliament in 1404 to govern Wales. Plas Machynlleth, built in 1671, was formerly a residence of Lord Londonderry. Anyone interested in alternative technology should pay a visit to the new Centre for Alternative Technology.
Celtica is a new visitor attraction that features the history and culture of the Celtic people. Its displays bring to life the Celtic life past, present and future.
Address: Celtica, Machynlleth SY20 8ER, Wales
Disability Access: Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Take a boat ride along an underground river in King Arthur's Labyrinth. Through a combination of stunning sound and light effects and tableaux the enduring tales of the ancient king are presented.
Address: King Arthur's Labyrinth, Corris Craft Centre, Machynlleth SY20 9RF, Wales
There are nine craft workshops on display at the Corris Craft Centre. The skills of pryography, wooden toy-making, pottery, jewellery, leather working and candle-carving are featured.
Address: King Arthur's Labyrinth, Corris Craft Centre, Machynlleth SY20 9RF, Wales
Hours:
April 1 to October 31: 10am-5pm
Parking: Free
Disability Access: Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
The Dyfi charcoal-burning furnace dates from the mid-18th century. It is one of Britain's best-preserved charcoal-burning blast furnaces and its waterwheel has been restored to working order.
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