Rhayader News

Rhayader war memorial clock tower

Artwork celebrates significance of Powys war memorial celebrating 100th birthday

Michael Evans spat directly in PC Weale’s eye after police officers were called to an incident at a caravan park in July.

Michael Evans spat directly in PC Weale’s eye after police officers were called to an incident at a caravan park in July.

Suspended prison sentence for man who spat in police officer's face

The Red Kite can now be found almost all over mainland Britain but is still considered synonymous with Wales, and was officially named as the national bird of Wales in 2007. Picture by Derek Bird

The Red Kite can now be found almost all over mainland Britain but is still considered synonymous with Wales, and was officially named as the national bird of Wales in 2007. Picture by Derek Bird

Powys farm famous for being red kite feeding spot insists it is not closing

The Dark Lane toilets in Rhayader

The Dark Lane toilets in Rhayader

Public toilets shut for eight weeks - and then you'll have to pay to use them

Charlotte Church (centre) takes part in a pro-Palestine march in central London during a national demonstration for ceasefire in Gaza.

Charlotte Church (centre) takes part in a pro-Palestine march in central London during a national demonstration for ceasefire in Gaza.

Charlotte Church

Charlotte Church offers activists 'pay what you can' deal at her Powys retreat

Plans submitted for new houses at site of Powys industrial estate

Plans submitted for new houses at site of Powys industrial estate

Planning and development

Plans submitted for new homes at site of Powys industrial estate

Elan Valley dam by Joni An Chris Gooch

Elan Valley dam by Joni An Chris Gooch

Celebrating the iconic Elan Valley reservoirs, 120 years after opening

The Rhayader St John Ambulance Cymru branch insists it is growing and trying to rebuild the branch to the level it was previously at.

The Rhayader St John Ambulance Cymru branch insists it is growing and trying to rebuild the branch to the level it was previously at.

Powys first responders insist closure speculation 'not the case at all'

Powys memories from 1982.

Powys memories from 1982.

Powys playschool memories and pub fundraisers remembered from 1982

The fight occurred on the evening of Rhayader Carnival, outside the Castle pub.

The fight occurred on the evening of Rhayader Carnival, outside the Castle pub.

Police officer assaulted while breaking up fight between brothers at carnival

Michael Evans, who could potentially have hepatitis, spat in the face of a Dyfed Powys Police officer.

Michael Evans, who could potentially have hepatitis, spat in the face of a Dyfed Powys Police officer.

Police officer 'tested for hepatitis' after being spat at in Powys caravan park

Mr Morris was travelling southbound on the A470 at around 4.40pm on August 4 when he was involved in a side-on collision with a Land Rover.

Mr Morris was travelling southbound on the A470 at around 4.40pm on August 4 when he was involved in a side-on collision with a Land Rover.

Motorcyclist died in Powys after hitting Land Rover as it pulled onto main road

The family of Mark Morris who died in a collision on the A470 have paid tribute to the 'overwhelmingly popular member of the motorcycling community'.

The family of Mark Morris who died in a collision on the A470 have paid tribute to the 'overwhelmingly popular member of the motorcycling community'.

Tributes paid to 'loving father' and 'loyal friend' who died in Powys crash

Dyfed-Powys Police

Dyfed-Powys Police

Man in custody over Powys crash that left left man in critical condition

Person airlifted to hospital after crash on on A470 in Powys

Person airlifted to hospital after crash on on A470 in Powys

Person airlifted to hospital after car ploughs into hedgerow on Powys road

Flagging off Josep Garcia and Andrea Verona are Cllr Angela Davies Cllr Geoff Morgan and Cllr Clare Evans together with Francisco Pita of Prime Stadium.

Flagging off Josep Garcia and Andrea Verona are Cllr Angela Davies Cllr Geoff Morgan and Cllr Clare Evans together with Francisco Pita of Prime Stadium.

Powys town hosts stars as 8,000 people thrilled by world enduro round

Dyfed-Powys Police

Dyfed-Powys Police

Biker killed in crash with 4x4 on A470 in Powys

Amelia who is missing from the Rhayader area.

Amelia who is missing from the Rhayader area.

Dyfed-Powys Police

Police seek help in finding missing Powys teenager Amelia

Rhayader Youth Motor Club has re-formed.

Rhayader Youth Motor Club has re-formed.

Popular Powys town youth motocross club re-forms ahead of practise day

Nine time world champion Steve Holcombe.

Nine time world champion Steve Holcombe.

Powys town set to host stars as world enduro championship arrives

Narrative Coffee opened in early July on West Street in Rhayader.

Narrative Coffee opened in early July on West Street in Rhayader.

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Coffee shop opens in former solicitors offices in Powys town centre

At an inquest opening held at Pontypridd Coroner's Court held on July 2 it was heard that Mr Wilson was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident.

At an inquest opening held at Pontypridd Coroner's Court held on July 2 it was heard that Mr Wilson was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident.

Motorcyclist, 20, died after colliding with telegraph pole near Llanidloes

Billy Lloyd has made 103 blood donations over the last 30 years

Billy Lloyd has made 103 blood donations over the last 30 years

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Powys man who gave blood over 100 times encourages others to make donation

A fashion show in Llanfyllin in 1982.

A fashion show in Llanfyllin in 1982.

Fashion show fundraisers and nights down the pub from Powys life in 1982

Rhayader, Powys.

Rhayader, Powys.

Pair to go on trial over GBH attack on man in Powys town

A fashion show at Newtown's Northside Centre in 1980.

A fashion show at Newtown's Northside Centre in 1980.

Fun on the fashion catwalk and dramatic days remembered from Powys life in 1980

Adam Walton of Rhayader in action.

Adam Walton of Rhayader in action.

Stars of enduro to descend on Powys town as world championships return

The A470 on the approach into Rhayader will be closed in both directions for the next two nights.

The A470 on the approach into Rhayader will be closed in both directions for the next two nights.

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A470 in Powys town to be closed in both directions for the next two nights

The accident occurred near the Elan Valley on Wednesday. Pic: Joni An Chris Gooch

The accident occurred near the Elan Valley on Wednesday. Pic: Joni An Chris Gooch

Road closed for several hours after car and lorry crash at beauty spot

Pen-y-Garreg reservoir in all its splendour.

Pen-y-Garreg reservoir in all its splendour.

Powys reservoir water levels 'very healthy', despite concerning images

Dyfed-Powys Police

Dyfed-Powys Police

Driver arrested and drugs seized from passenger after illegal off-road reports

Undated Handout Photo from Charlotte Church's Dream Build. Pictured: Charlotte Church. See PA Feature SHOWBIZ TV Quickfire Church. Picture credit should read: PA Photo/Really/Rekha Garton. WARNING: This picture must only be used to accompany PA

Undated Handout Photo from Charlotte Church's Dream Build. Pictured: Charlotte Church. See PA Feature SHOWBIZ TV Quickfire Church. Picture credit should read: PA Photo/Really/Rekha Garton. WARNING: This picture must only be used to accompany PA

Charlotte Church

Charlotte Church and Prince Harry to appear in phone hacking documentary

Rhayader Town supporter Brian Bufton has passed away.

Rhayader Town supporter Brian Bufton has passed away.

Family thank community for support after death of lifelong Rhayader supporter

Rhayader Youth Group has put put a plea for more volunteers.

Rhayader Youth Group has put put a plea for more volunteers.

Clubs and societies

Powys youth club fears for its future without additional volunteers

Pictured with choir chairman Philip Gayther are pianist Eleri Davies and vocalist Elsie Jones.

Pictured with choir chairman Philip Gayther are pianist Eleri Davies and vocalist Elsie Jones.

Clubs and societies

Talented local musicians join Powys choir for annual concert raising money

James Demaio is jointly accused of unlawfully and maliciously wounding Paul McCarley in Rhayader on June 28, 2022.

James Demaio is jointly accused of unlawfully and maliciously wounding Paul McCarley in Rhayader on June 28, 2022.

Case of man accused of malicious wounding in Powys delayed again

Felindre Sports Day memories from 1980.

Felindre Sports Day memories from 1980.

In pictures: Recognise any familiar faces from Powys life in 1980?

Emma Evans and Carys Jones, both from Rhayader Church in Wales Primary School, have been shortlisted for the awards and will find out in July if they have won.

Emma Evans and Carys Jones, both from Rhayader Church in Wales Primary School, have been shortlisted for the awards and will find out in July if they have won.

Powys primary school duo Emma and Carys shortlisted for Welsh teaching awards

Gareth with wife Tamsin.

Gareth with wife Tamsin.

Gareth Earp memorial football tournament on anniversary of his death

Cameron Hopes-Steele through the years, from his first day in primary school (left) to his last in high school (right).

Cameron Hopes-Steele through the years, from his first day in primary school (left) to his last in high school (right).

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Meet the Powys pupil who has not missed a single day of school in 13 years

The section, a 190-metre stretch near the Craig Goch Dam will be closed due to “critical maintenance works”.

The section, a 190-metre stretch near the Craig Goch Dam will be closed due to “critical maintenance works”.

Section of Powys road faces six months of closures

Inspector Gareth Earp tragically died in an accident near Rhayader on his way home from work.

Inspector Gareth Earp tragically died in an accident near Rhayader on his way home from work.

Hugely popular Powys policeman died overtaking car, inquest concludes

Pam and Eddie Davies, who live just outside Rhayader, tied the knot on May 16, 1959.

Pam and Eddie Davies, who live just outside Rhayader, tied the knot on May 16, 1959.

Powys couple celebrate 65th wedding anniversary with card from King Charles

James Dimaio is jointly accused of unlawfully and maliciously wounding Paul McCarley in Rhayader on June 28, 2022.

James Dimaio is jointly accused of unlawfully and maliciously wounding Paul McCarley in Rhayader on June 28, 2022.

Man accused of wounding Powys man to enter plea later this month

Rhayader Carnival queen 2024 Freya at the Newtown Carnival on June 8.

Rhayader Carnival queen 2024 Freya at the Newtown Carnival on June 8.

Rumours about popular Powys carnival's future quashed by organisers

DEAL? The Dragons are aiming to keep Dan Lydiate as a player-coach

DEAL? The Dragons are aiming to keep Dan Lydiate as a player-coach

Powys rugby star Lydiate to keep playing as Dragons line up coaching role

Charlie Evans, Lily-Jayne Evans, Courtney Fowlie, Aria Howard, Dion Watkins, (back) Lola-Grace Jackson, Fflur Bennetts, Emily Lewis and Madison Steele.

Charlie Evans, Lily-Jayne Evans, Courtney Fowlie, Aria Howard, Dion Watkins, (back) Lola-Grace Jackson, Fflur Bennetts, Emily Lewis and Madison Steele.

Powys town names queen as preparations continue for for 120th carnival

The Black Lion in Rhayader has been forced to close just seven months after reopening.

The Black Lion in Rhayader has been forced to close just seven months after reopening.

Pub shuts just 7 months after reopening due to circumstances 'beyond control'

Patsy's BMW bike after the crash

Patsy's BMW bike after the crash

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Powys woman crashed motorbike off cliff after being forced off road

John Adamson in action at Cwmythig Hill.

John Adamson in action at Cwmythig Hill.

Thrills and spills guaranteed as motocross fans descend on Powys hill

James Dimaio again failed to appear via videolink at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court on Friday, May 24.

James Dimaio again failed to appear via videolink at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court on Friday, May 24.

Man accused of inflicting grievous bodily harm in Powys told he must attend court

River Wood James Roberts

River Wood James Roberts

New shop dedicated to the wild set to open in Powys

A dragon's cave features CARAD’s giant copper dragon sculpture, Queen Belrenin.

A dragon's cave features CARAD’s giant copper dragon sculpture, Queen Belrenin.

Cultural attractions

Exciting new tourist attraction in Powys revealed after two years of work

Llandinam was named the Best Kept Village in Wales in 1985.

Llandinam was named the Best Kept Village in Wales in 1985.

In pictures: Recognise any familiar faces from Powys life in the 1980s?