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Mari Edwards receives the Hefin Bennett Memorial Shield for best reciter from Margaret Bennett, alongside recitation adjudicator Eurig Salisbury, at the 109th Trefeglwys Eisteddfod.

In pictures: Young performers shine at 109th Trefeglwys Eisteddfod

The Quilt Association trustees Sheila Davis and Caroline Malone and Minerva Arts Centre community coordinator Stephanie Champion standing near a corner where there is a lot of water damage from a leaking roof

The Quilt Association trustees Sheila Davis and Caroline Malone and Minerva Arts Centre community coordinator Stephanie Champion standing near a corner where there is a lot of water damage from a leaking roof

Community rallies to save arts centre as £12,000 raised for roof repairs

Nearly 200 people gathered on Saturday, October 10, to celebrate the official opening of the skatepark, marking the end of a community campaign that has spanned 28 years.

Nearly 200 people gathered on Saturday, October 10, to celebrate the official opening of the skatepark, marking the end of a community campaign that has spanned 28 years.

Llandrindod Wells Town Council

After nearly 30 years in the making, town's skatepark is finally rolling

Senior gardener Dan Bull takes to the skies to trim the yew tumps at Powis Castle

Senior gardener Dan Bull takes to the skies to trim the yew tumps at Powis Castle

Gardeners take to the skies as Powis Castle’s 300-year-old yews get their annual trim

Matt Pritchard and Sue Charles send messages as new Powys skatepark opens

Charlotte, 40, purchased the picturesque Rhydoldog House – complete with its stunning 47-acre grounds and its own helicopter landing area – for around £1.5 million in May 2021.

Charlotte, 40, purchased the picturesque Rhydoldog House – complete with its stunning 47-acre grounds and its own helicopter landing area – for around £1.5 million in May 2021.

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Charlotte Church’s Powys retreat says it's 'pausing work', with no reopening date set

A number of bottles were left discarded at the Gilfach Nature Reserve, near Rhayader.

A number of bottles were left discarded at the Gilfach Nature Reserve, near Rhayader.

Wildlife trust issues statement after incident at nature reserve

The hydrofoil rider on the water at Lake Vyrnwy

The hydrofoil rider on the water at Lake Vyrnwy

WATCH: Hydrofoil rider creates ‘illusion of flying’ across Lake Vyrnwy surface

A computer-generated image of the potential lodges for the Cheshire Ice Cream Farm.

A computer-generated image of the potential lodges for the Cheshire Ice Cream Farm.

Lodges plan needed 'to boost tourism numbers' at attraction near Whitchurch

Llandrindod Wells Victorian Festival returns this month.

Llandrindod Wells Victorian Festival returns this month.

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Victorian festival and bog snorkelling lead busy Powys fortnight

The maize maze, featuring elephants, at Nash Court Farm, near Presteigne.

The maize maze, featuring elephants, at Nash Court Farm, near Presteigne.

Farm's safari maze theme for Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday

Powis Castle features in the new book

Powis Castle features in the new book

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Why Welshpool and Knighton are among Wales' overlooked gems

Y Lanfa Museum and Welshpool Library, pictured on the Montgomery Canal. The museum has temporarily closed following a building leak, while the library is operating a limited service.

Y Lanfa Museum and Welshpool Library, pictured on the Montgomery Canal. The museum has temporarily closed following a building leak, while the library is operating a limited service.

Museum shuts and library service reduced following leak

Electricity line from Ireland was due to 'go straight through Dobby's grave'

Cultural attractions

'Never seen it so low' - Powys beauty spot transformed by drought conditions

Powys County Council Leader, Councillor Jake Berriman and Pembrokeshire County Council Leader, Councillor Tessa Hodgson mark the handover at the Eisteddfod on Monday.

Powys County Council Leader, Councillor Jake Berriman and Pembrokeshire County Council Leader, Councillor Tessa Hodgson mark the handover at the Eisteddfod on Monday.

Baton handover as Powys prepares to host first National Eisteddfod in 11 years

Sir Bryn Terfel is coming to Machynlleth.

Sir Bryn Terfel is coming to Machynlleth.

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Machynlleth Festival set to showcase Welsh and world talent

The Hawkstone Farmers' Choir performance in the Main Ring on Monday evening.

The Hawkstone Farmers' Choir performance in the Main Ring on Monday evening.

Cultural attractions

Thousands flock to Llanelwedd as Royal Welsh Show opens

Llanwrtyd Wells will represent Wales at Britain In Bloom.

Llanwrtyd Wells will represent Wales at Britain In Bloom.

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Llanwrtyd Wells prepares to represent Wales at Britain in Bloom

Families could save hundreds during the school holidays thanks to the Government's temporary VAT cut. Alton Towers, National Trust, Knowsley Safari, LEGOLAND and more are offering cheaper days out.

Families could save hundreds during the school holidays thanks to the Government's temporary VAT cut. Alton Towers, National Trust, Knowsley Safari, LEGOLAND and more are offering cheaper days out.

Summer holidays

Parents urged to save as theme parks, cinemas, zoos and restaurants cut summer prices

Noisy fireworks could be taken off the shelves as Government reveals new plans

The Machynlleth sign was brought out to create a postcard for judges in the UK Town of Culture

The Machynlleth sign was brought out to create a postcard for judges in the UK Town of Culture

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Hollywood-style Machynlleth sign appears in town centre for UK Town of culture bid

A road at Lake Vyrnwy has reopened 18 months after it closed due to damage caused by Storm Darragh.

A road at Lake Vyrnwy has reopened 18 months after it closed due to damage caused by Storm Darragh.

Lake Vyrnwy road reopens as resurfacing works following Storm Darragh cause delays

Powis Castle and Gardens, Welshpool, is welcoming dogs this summer during a trial period

Powis Castle and Gardens, Welshpool, is welcoming dogs this summer during a trial period

Popular Powys attraction opens to dogs this summer

Powys town among favourites to be named UK Town of Culture 2028

The colourful parade through Llanidloes ahead of the 2027 Maldwyn Meirionydd National Eisteddfod proclamation ceremony

The colourful parade through Llanidloes ahead of the 2027 Maldwyn Meirionydd National Eisteddfod proclamation ceremony

National Eisteddfod

Hundreds turn out in Llanidloes as 2027 National Eisteddfod is officially launched

Led Zeppelin's lead singer Robert Plant has backed Machynlleth's bid to be the UK town of culture

Led Zeppelin's lead singer Robert Plant has backed Machynlleth's bid to be the UK town of culture

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Led Zeppelin ace Robert Plant throws support behind Machynlleth town of culture bid

Welsh Heritage Quilters chair Lynda Simpson-Jones with the High Sheriff of Powys, William Watkins

Welsh Heritage Quilters chair Lynda Simpson-Jones with the High Sheriff of Powys, William Watkins

Cultural attractions

New exhibition celebrating quilters' skill and creativity opens in town

Ann Evans, Jeff Luke and High Sheriff of Powys William Watkin.

Ann Evans, Jeff Luke and High Sheriff of Powys William Watkin.

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Newtown exhibition shines spotlight on retail pioneer Sir Pryce Jones

The road to Llanrhaeadr Waterfall was blocked yesterday after a motorhome slipped off the tarmac and into a field

The road to Llanrhaeadr Waterfall was blocked yesterday after a motorhome slipped off the tarmac and into a field

Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant

Motorhome leaves tourism hotspot unreachable after coming off the road

Skip the crowds with these hidden National Trust gems – all free to visit, with some offering free parking too.

Skip the crowds with these hidden National Trust gems – all free to visit, with some offering free parking too.

10 hidden gem National Trust sites with free entry - many with free parking too

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Powys town among the bookies' front-runners to be UK Town of Culture

Colourful procession in Powys town to launch 2027 Eisteddfod

Colourful procession in Powys town to launch 2027 Eisteddfod

Colourful procession in Powys town to launch 2027 Eisteddfod

“It’s just a brilliant community,

“It’s just a brilliant community,

We found out why 'picture-perfect' Powys town is one of Wales' best places to live

Based at Llanymynech Canal Wharf in the heritage area in Llanymynech, the boat trips are a regular activity for visitors and locals alike.

Based at Llanymynech Canal Wharf in the heritage area in Llanymynech, the boat trips are a regular activity for visitors and locals alike.

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'Difficult decision' as Powys canal boat trips suspended for 2026

Local farmer and opera singer help lead preparations for 2027 Eisteddfod

Local farmer and opera singer help lead preparations for 2027 Eisteddfod

DOUGLAS MACINTYRE

Local farmer and opera singer help lead preparations for 2027 Eisteddfod

Powys town celebrates Welsh language with packed month of events

Powys town celebrates Welsh language with packed month of events

Powys town celebrates Welsh language with packed month of events

Powys town launches bid to become UK’s first Town of Culture

Powys town launches bid to become UK’s first Town of Culture

Accrington Stanley vs Ipswich Town

Powys town launches bid to become UK’s first Town of Culture

The Royal Welsh Show which is held in Llanelwedd, near Builth Wells

The Royal Welsh Show which is held in Llanelwedd, near Builth Wells

Royal Welsh Show could appear on BBC iPlayer homepage across UK

A road sign for Machynlleth, Welshpool and Llangurig on the outskirts of Dolgellau

A road sign for Machynlleth, Welshpool and Llangurig on the outskirts of Dolgellau

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Road signs for Powys town graffitied as protesters target English names

Campaigners who have battled to save Rodney's Pillar since 2019 have said they are looking to fund the repairs

Campaigners who have battled to save Rodney's Pillar since 2019 have said they are looking to fund the repairs

Abbotsweld Primary Academy, Harrow

Campaigners to raise funds to save Rodney's Pillar after NRW setback

The Quilt Association trustees Sheila Davis and Caroline Malone and Minerva Arts Centre community coordinator Stephanie Champion standing near a corner where there is a lot of water damage from a leaking roof

The Quilt Association trustees Sheila Davis and Caroline Malone and Minerva Arts Centre community coordinator Stephanie Champion standing near a corner where there is a lot of water damage from a leaking roof

Huge leak at Powys arts venue sparks £20,000 repair bill

Hafren Dyfrdwy has confirmed the car park at Lake Vyrnwy will be closed all week due to ice

Hafren Dyfrdwy has confirmed the car park at Lake Vyrnwy will be closed all week due to ice

Car park at Powys beauty spot to remain closed for rest of week over ice

The stuck recovery vehicle on the road to Pistyll Rhaeadr Waterfall

The stuck recovery vehicle on the road to Pistyll Rhaeadr Waterfall

A4 Southern Bypass

Road to Powys tourist spot closed after truck got stuck in treacherous weather

Visitors to a well known beauty spot have been advised to 'leave it to another time'

Visitors to a well known beauty spot have been advised to 'leave it to another time'

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Tourists warned over conditions at beauty spot as roads remain slippery

The public enjoying the terrace of Maples last summer

The public enjoying the terrace of Maples last summer

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Tearoom at glorious gardens receive prestigious tourism award

The Powis Castle illuminations.

The Powis Castle illuminations.

We took in the illuminations at Powis Castle - and found a new festive tradition

National Eisteddfod at Meifodpic are the Montgomeryshire under 25s Cerdd Dant Winners performing on the main stage in the Pavilion

National Eisteddfod at Meifodpic are the Montgomeryshire under 25s Cerdd Dant Winners performing on the main stage in the Pavilion

National Eisteddfod

National Eisteddfod coming to Powys in 2027

Trefeglwys pupils took over the National Library of Wales, exploring roles from conservation to security on Kids in Museums Takeover Day.

Trefeglwys pupils took over the National Library of Wales, exploring roles from conservation to security on Kids in Museums Takeover Day.

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Young school pupils 'take over' National Library of Wales

The dining carriage at Welshpool and Llanfair Light Railway decked out for the Christmas season

The dining carriage at Welshpool and Llanfair Light Railway decked out for the Christmas season

Christmas Events

Special guest flying in for Christmas at Mid Wales tourist attraction

A warning has been issued over 'out of control' drones at Pistyll Rhaeadr Waterfall near Llanrhaeadr YM.

A warning has been issued over 'out of control' drones at Pistyll Rhaeadr Waterfall near Llanrhaeadr YM.

Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant

'Out of control' drone warning issued at Powys beauty spot

Natural Resources Wales says there are no plans to rebuild Rodney's Pillar on the north Powys border in the

Natural Resources Wales says there are no plans to rebuild Rodney's Pillar on the north Powys border in the

Natural Resources Wales

Rodney's Pillar stays fenced off as NRW says it doesn't have money for repairs

Panoramic carriage B4-43 ‘Glaswagen’ in Jenbach, Austria, shortly to be transferred to the Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway in Mid Wales.

Panoramic carriage B4-43 ‘Glaswagen’ in Jenbach, Austria, shortly to be transferred to the Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway in Mid Wales.

Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway

Rail carriage was built for admiring the Alps - now Powys will be in view

Spooky illuminations in the courtyard at Powis Castle and Garden, Welshpool.

Spooky illuminations in the courtyard at Powis Castle and Garden, Welshpool.

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Historic castle to feature spooky illuminations for Halloween