Elan Valley

In September, The Arches warned it was facing “very difficult decisions” which will affect its future.

Charlotte Church

Powys nursery given less than a month's notice as it faces pre-Christmas closure

The Welsh singer turned activist opened The Dreaming retreat in February 2023 at Rhydoldog House, the former home of Welsh fashion mogul Laura Ashley.

The Welsh singer turned activist opened The Dreaming retreat in February 2023 at Rhydoldog House, the former home of Welsh fashion mogul Laura Ashley.

Charlotte Church

Mid Wales town shares the love for Charlotte Church as Dreaming retreat 'pauses work'

A public bridleway near the picturesque Nantqwyllt Church will be shut due to emergency repairs to a hydroelectricity cable underground.

A public bridleway near the picturesque Nantqwyllt Church will be shut due to emergency repairs to a hydroelectricity cable underground.

Elan Valley footpath closed for 3 weeks for hydroelectricity cable repairs

The body of the man, who was wearing a wetsuit, was found lying face up in the Claerwen Reservoir, in the Elan Valley, near Rhayader, on October 18, 2024.

The body of the man, who was wearing a wetsuit, was found lying face up in the Claerwen Reservoir, in the Elan Valley, near Rhayader, on October 18, 2024.

Dyfed-Powys Police

Ancestry enquiries could be used to identify man found in Powys reservoir

Ryan Addison had been sleeping in his Ford Ranger, having drunk alcohol, before he crashed into a telegraph pole in the Elan Valley.

Ryan Addison had been sleeping in his Ford Ranger, having drunk alcohol, before he crashed into a telegraph pole in the Elan Valley.

Farm worker banned from driving after drink-driving crash into telegraph pole

DI Anthea Ponting

DI Anthea Ponting

Dyfed-Powys Police

Police renew appeal over Claerwen Reservoir body ahead of second anniversary of find

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.

Charlotte Church

Charlotte Church’s The Dreaming has found itself at 'mercy of the economy'

The popular tearoom and accommodation venue beside the Garreg Ddu Reservoir

The popular tearoom and accommodation venue beside the Garreg Ddu Reservoir

Elan Valley tearoom hopes to reopen next month after repair find

The discovery of the man’s body at the Claerwen Reservoir in the Elan Valley, just outside Rhayader, was reported to police by a walker on October 18, 2024.

The discovery of the man’s body at the Claerwen Reservoir in the Elan Valley, just outside Rhayader, was reported to police by a walker on October 18, 2024.

Inquest to be held into unidentified man found dead in Powys reservoir

Tom Cullen at the House of the Dragon season three world premiere, at Odeon Luxe, Leicester Square, central London. Picture date: Monday June 8, 2026. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: Ian West/PA Wire

Tom Cullen at the House of the Dragon season three world premiere, at Odeon Luxe, Leicester Square, central London. Picture date: Monday June 8, 2026. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: Ian West/PA Wire

House of the Dragon star who grew up in a Powys hotel lands major new ITV role

Also known as The Arches, the community group announced at the end of September that its trustees are developing a financial recovery and delivery plan.

Also known as The Arches, the community group announced at the end of September that its trustees are developing a financial recovery and delivery plan.

'Every donation will help' as community support group looks to meet financial worries

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

Charlotte Church meets volunteers and staff at The Arches in Rhayader.

Charlotte Church meets volunteers and staff at The Arches in Rhayader.

Cost of living crisis

Lifeline organisation facing 'very difficult decisions' over future

“I have been coming here since I was five-years-old, so I have found this, the closure, difficult,” said Mike.

“I have been coming here since I was five-years-old, so I have found this, the closure, difficult,” said Mike.

Sadness as sole member of 300-year-old Powys church closes doors for last time

Rhayader locals have been left angered and frustrated by the fact the once-grand building – which was previously a youth hostel and a youth club – has been left to disintegrate, rather than be repaired.

Rhayader locals have been left angered and frustrated by the fact the once-grand building – which was previously a youth hostel and a youth club – has been left to disintegrate, rather than be repaired.

Future of Powys building gutted by fire in 2018 could be decided soon

Welsh Water says Claerwen Reservoir has been lowered by around 25 metres to allow specialist diving work at the dam, with recent rainfall and exposed sediment changing the water's appearance.

Welsh Water says Claerwen Reservoir has been lowered by around 25 metres to allow specialist diving work at the dam, with recent rainfall and exposed sediment changing the water's appearance.

Why a Powys reservoir looks different as Welsh Water explains discolouration

A bridge in need or repair in the Elan Valley will be closed for three months from November, so that the work can be carried out.

A bridge in need or repair in the Elan Valley will be closed for three months from November, so that the work can be carried out.

Bridge in Elan Valley to close for 3 months for repairs

Gayle Evans captured this heartbreaking image near Rhayader's pump track, as Gwastedyn Hill burns in the background. A wildfire broke out on the hill, outside Rhayader, on August 12.

Gayle Evans captured this heartbreaking image near Rhayader's pump track, as Gwastedyn Hill burns in the background. A wildfire broke out on the hill, outside Rhayader, on August 12.

Powys Green Party members forced to flee home as heatwaves dry up water supply

It is believed this is the first time the house has been seen since the flooding of Claerwen Valley, more than 70 years ago.

It is believed this is the first time the house has been seen since the flooding of Claerwen Valley, more than 70 years ago.

Photos of lost cottage reveal 70-year history of flooded Elan Valley reservoir

The elite women riders roar through Rhayader town centre on Saturday, August 22.

The elite women riders roar through Rhayader town centre on Saturday, August 22.

2027 Tour de France

2027 Tour de France 'a huge opportunity' for Rhayader and Elan Valley

Two casualties were airlifted from the Elan Valley after being injured while cycling

Two casualties were airlifted from the Elan Valley after being injured while cycling

Two people airlifted to safety after being injured in popular Powys tourist spot

The tour races down Rhayader's East Street.

The tour races down Rhayader's East Street.

IN PICTURES: 11 of the best images as the Tour of Britain Women roars through Powys

Riders roar through Rhayader town centre, past its iconic clock tower.

Riders roar through Rhayader town centre, past its iconic clock tower.

Delight as Tour of Britain Women races through Rhayader and Elan Valley

Smoke is seen once more on Gwastedyn Hill, above Rhayader, on Sunday, spreading fear that the whole hill could catch fire again.

Smoke is seen once more on Gwastedyn Hill, above Rhayader, on Sunday, spreading fear that the whole hill could catch fire again.

Fire service says 'no risk' of blaze spread after returning to Powys hill

Cabinet Minister Adam Price with (from left) Steve Hughson MBE, Zoe Hawkins and George Reid during a visit to the Elan Valley.

Cabinet Minister Adam Price with (from left) Steve Hughson MBE, Zoe Hawkins and George Reid during a visit to the Elan Valley.

Wales 'aims to be world-class visitor destination', Minister says on Powys visit

One rider was taken to hospital with serious injuries, while the other has been arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving.

One rider was taken to hospital with serious injuries, while the other has been arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving.

Dangerous Driving

One arrested following crash between two motorcycles on Powys road

Dan Lydiate, Adele Nicoll and Natalie Powell are among the Powys sporting stars taking part in the King’s Baton Relay celebrations.

Dan Lydiate, Adele Nicoll and Natalie Powell are among the Powys sporting stars taking part in the King’s Baton Relay celebrations.

Sporting legends to carry Commonwealth Games baton through Powys this weekend

John and Stacey Darrell, from Llandrindod Wells, who are Shared Lives carers and received an award last year from Shared Lives Plus for their work.

John and Stacey Darrell, from Llandrindod Wells, who are Shared Lives carers and received an award last year from Shared Lives Plus for their work.

Powys carers who open their homes to vulnerable people honoured

The aftermath of a devastating wildfire that swept across the Elan Valley.

The aftermath of a devastating wildfire that swept across the Elan Valley.

How farmers' bid to restore peatland helped during devastating Powys wildfires

Caban Coch Dam looking down on Elan Valley Visitor Centre.

Caban Coch Dam looking down on Elan Valley Visitor Centre.

Multi-million investment into major mid Wales tourist attraction agreed

The holding at Abergwngu

The holding at Abergwngu

Chance to farm in one of the most beautiful landscapes in Wales

Elan Valley wildfire smoke visible from space on April 30 2026

Elan Valley wildfire smoke visible from space on April 30 2026

Smoke from Elan Valley wildfires seen from space as more than 8,000 hectares burn

The use of a firefighting helicopter was credited with helping to dampen the fire in the Elan Valley

The use of a firefighting helicopter was credited with helping to dampen the fire in the Elan Valley

Wildfire in the Elan Valley 'improves significantly' as crews leave scene

A fire service spokesperson confirmed crews, as well as partner agencies like Natural Resources Wales (NRW), are still on the ground for the fifth day on Thursday.

A fire service spokesperson confirmed crews, as well as partner agencies like Natural Resources Wales (NRW), are still on the ground for the fifth day on Thursday.

Water drops continue as fight to subdue Elan Valley wildfires goes on

Wildfire affecting the Elan Valley

Wildfire affecting the Elan Valley

Firefighters enter fourth day of tackling huge wildfire at Powys beauty spot

Wildfire from Claerwen Dam to Hirnant, Elan Valley

Wildfire from Claerwen Dam to Hirnant, Elan Valley

Firefighters tackle Elan Valley wildfires as public urged to avoid Claerwen Dam area

A fire engine in the Elan Valley where huge hill fires lit up the night sky

A fire engine in the Elan Valley where huge hill fires lit up the night sky

Pictures show firefighters battling massive hill fires for third day in Elan Valley

Elan Valley Powys beauty spot

Elan Valley Powys beauty spot

Elan Valley: 'Do not venture into the hills' warning after fires

A wildfire that set the night skies above the Elan Valley ablaze over the weekend has reignited this morning.

A wildfire that set the night skies above the Elan Valley ablaze over the weekend has reignited this morning.

Wildfire that lit up Powys skies has reignited, say firefighters

The road around the Garreg Ddu Reservoir, in the Elan Valley, is set to be closed for eight days in May.

The road around the Garreg Ddu Reservoir, in the Elan Valley, is set to be closed for eight days in May.

Two road closures to affect Elan Valley visitors for eight days in May 2026

The road closure will affect the Craig Goch Dam, in the Elan Valley. Pictures by Jonathan Rudd.

The road closure will affect the Craig Goch Dam, in the Elan Valley. Pictures by Jonathan Rudd.

Area around Powys beauty spot to be closed to drivers for five days

Ty Penbont says it has been without a water supply for four days.

Ty Penbont says it has been without a water supply for four days.

Popular Powys beauty spot eatery remains closed as it is without water

The first-ever Dark Sky Festival was held in Rhayader and the Elan Valley.

The first-ever Dark Sky Festival was held in Rhayader and the Elan Valley.

Hundreds flock to magical festival celebrating the night sky

Police are investigating damage to areas of the Elan Valley by off road vehicles

Police are investigating damage to areas of the Elan Valley by off road vehicles

Police investigate damage by off-road vehicles at Powys beauty spot

The resurfacing works will affect access between the Garreg Ddu and Graig Goch reservoirs. Picture by Jonathan Rudd.

The resurfacing works will affect access between the Garreg Ddu and Graig Goch reservoirs. Picture by Jonathan Rudd.

Visitors to beauty spot warned of upcoming road closures for resurfacing works

Dyfed-Powys Police worked with Face Lab at Liverpool John Moores University to produce a realistic image of the man’s face, which has prompted a huge response.

Dyfed-Powys Police worked with Face Lab at Liverpool John Moores University to produce a realistic image of the man’s face, which has prompted a huge response.

Police receive dozens of new reports after 'body in the reservoir' image released

How forensic experts revealed face of unidentified body found in Powys reservoir

How forensic experts revealed face of unidentified body found in Powys reservoir

Dyfed-Powys Police

How forensic experts revealed face of unidentified body found in Powys reservoir

Face Lab, based at Liverpool John Moores University, has helped produce a digitised image of what the man might have looked like.

Face Lab, based at Liverpool John Moores University, has helped produce a digitised image of what the man might have looked like.

Police release facial reconstruction of wetsuit-wearing man found in Elan Valley

The only real clue police have so far is that the man was wearing a wetsuit similar to the one pictured here.

The only real clue police have so far is that the man was wearing a wetsuit similar to the one pictured here.

Crimewatch feature garners new information on body found in Powys reservoir

Llyn Clywedog looking dry after the 2025 summer's hot weather.

Llyn Clywedog looking dry after the 2025 summer's hot weather.

Some Powys reservoirs ended summer less than half full, figures show

Craig Goch in the Elan Valley. Picture by Jonathan Rudd.

Craig Goch in the Elan Valley. Picture by Jonathan Rudd.

Divers and drops in water levels to be seen at 'stunning' Elan Valley dam

Foel Tower and the Garreg Ddu Reservoir, Elan Valley

Foel Tower and the Garreg Ddu Reservoir, Elan Valley

Inquest opens for Powys woman who drowned at reservoir beauty spot

Foel Tower and Garreg Ddu Reservoir, Elan Valley

Foel Tower and Garreg Ddu Reservoir, Elan Valley

Woman's body found in Powys reservoir following searches

A new hillwalking pack, containing eight curated walks covering Elan Valley's lesser-known areas, is now available. Details have also been shared of planned Easter activities at Elan Valley

A new hillwalking pack, containing eight curated walks covering Elan Valley's lesser-known areas, is now available. Details have also been shared of planned Easter activities at Elan Valley

Leaflet of eight curated Elan Valley walks made available for ramblers