Visit Rhayader, the outdoors capital of Wales 🏴
Our Town
For more information on the Town, follow the link below to take you to the town website.
Rhayader is a busy and historic market town in the north-west of the ancient county of Radnorshire.
It is the first town on the banks of the River Wye and has long been a vital centre for the farming community with its flourishing livestock market serving a large rural area. The town lies at the crossroads of important routes from south to north and east to west through central Wales with a bridge over the River Wye.
In the 18th and 19th century, sheep and cattle drovers traversed the Cambrian mountains destined for English market towns of Banbury, Hereford and London. The clock tower in the middle of Rhayader acting as the historic crossroad midway between North and South Wales and was a mid 19th century vital staging post on the famous coach road from Aberystwyth to London.
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Rhayader Town Council Projects
Our Community
You'll find information on local events, community groups, and volunteer opportunities. Explore the rich cultural heritage of Rhayader, connect with neighbours, and see how you can contribute to our thriving community.
Our
Environment
Discover our ongoing efforts to protect local wildlife, promote sustainable practices, and maintain our parks and green spaces.
Business
Initiatives
We champion local enterprises by offering resources, support, and opportunities to thrive in our vibrant community.
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This is your chance to share your thoughts, suggestions, and feedback on local issues and projects. Whether you have ideas for community improvements, events, or services, we want to hear from you.
