Come and learn how to identify birds for those who are new to the hobby.
Ynys-hir Nature Reserve lies just off the main road between Aberystwyth and Machynlleth. It covers 427 hectares (1,056 acres), and provides a range of exciting habitats.
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16–17 & 23–24 Jan
11am – 4pm
National Museum Cardiff
Cathays Park, Cardiff
CF10 3NP
Discover how to spot garden birds, take part in fun games and get involved.
www.rspb.org.uk/birdwatch
http://www.museumwales.ac.uk/en/cardiff/
Free – no booking required.
Phone: (029) 2039 7951
Fax: (029) 2057 3321
Hergest Croft Gardens lie in the heart of the Welsh Marches with stunning views towards the Black Mountains. There are gorgeous flower borders, old fashioned Kitchen Garden, Azalea Garden, Maple Grove, and Park Wood. With a Gift Shop and Tearooms the Gardens are the perfect place to explore and relax.
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Europe’s leading and largest eco-visitor attraction, dedicated to promoting alternative technologies.
Centre for Alternative Technology, Machynlleth, Powys SY20 9AZ
01654 705950
Residential education, arts, activity and holiday centre on a working organic farm.
Clynfyw Countryside Centre, Abercych, Boncath Pembrokeshire SA37 0HF
01239 841236
The three hundred acre nature reserve and traditional hill farm is managed by Radnorshire Wildlife Trust. The farm has been certified Organic and has been designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest. Wildlife found on the reserve include otters, rare butterflies, bats and red kites. The 16th century Grade II* listed Longhouse (a traditional style of Welsh farmhouse) has been restored and converted into a visitor centre. Please visit the RWT website for directions and details of events.
Gilfach, St Harmon, Rhayader, Powys LD6 5LF
01597 870301
18th century estate, restored by the National Trust to be a working organic farm and parkland.
Llanerchaeron, Ciliau Aeron, nr Aberaeron, Ceredigion SA48 8DG
01545 570200
Leisure and training courses in ecology and the environment, for example organic wildlife gardening.
Rhyd-y-creuau, The Drapers’ Field Centre, Betws-y-coed, Conwy LL24 0HB
01690 710494
