Wynnstay Hotel

Maengwyn Street (Machynlleth, Powys) SY20 8AE

This rambling, Georgian building was once the coaching inn for the Shrewsbury Stage. It was described by The Sunday Times as "a bit of a Tardis", being actually much more spacious than at first appears, yet retaining an essential intimacy. It has long been a place for the weary traveller to rest. As the main hotel in the centre of town, The Wynnstay is a social hub; a place to meet old friends and to make new ones, where locals mix with visitors in an atmosphere that encourages conversation, debate and tall tales

The Wynnstay is fortunate to have access to an abundance of fresh, local produce, including Welsh lamb and Beef; sea fish from Cardigan Bay, including wild sea bass, crab & lobster; and when in season, game such as pheasant, duck, partridge, woodcock; together with wild salmon, sea trout, and brown trout. They also provide Welsh cheeses and some wonderful wild mushrooms, including Porcini and Chanterelles.

Served either in the bar or the restaurant, the food is prepared by dedicated, experienced chefs who will be able to please both the gourmet and the arch traditionalist. To accompany your meal are a wide selection of expertly selected fine wines - the Wynnstay was the winner of the Les Routiers Best Wine List in Britain Award 2005.

Alternatively, try a home-made made pizza made the traditional way in the renowned Pizzeria to the rear of the hotel.

Disabled access to the ground floor only. Being an 18th century building, wheelchair access to the upper floors is sadly not practical.

Machynlleth, a town boasting a refreshing array of independent shops, is surrounded by mountains, the most famous being Cader Idris. This dramatic scenery falls from the craggy tops down to the lush, gentle valley of the Dovey River. It's a country ideal for walkers and all lovers of the great outdoors.

After Machynlleth the Dovey river widens into a spectacular estuary, with massive stretches of wonderful clean sand. On the south shore, Ynys-las is vast, wild and abounds with shells and sea birds; Aberdovey, on the north shore, is perfect for families and sailors; an unspoilt seaside village.

Nearby attractions include:

Centre for Alternative Technology (5 km / 3.2 miles) - a pioneering eco-centre, packed full of hands-on displays and working examples of sustainable living, renewable energy and other environmentally responsible activities. Numerous activities for children, including the remarkable water-powered cliff railway.

Borth Animalarium (23 km / 14.5 miles) - a collection of exotic, unusual and interesting animals, most of which have come from Pet Rescue Centres, the RSPCA, zoos, pet shops, or were unwanted or abandoned pets.

A selection of single, double, twin and family rooms are available. All rooms have modern selection of convenient facilities.

By Car from the A458:
- Follow the A458 to Mallwyd and turn left at the roundabout (1st exit) onto the A470.
- At the next roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto the A489.
- This will ultimately bring you to Heol Maengwyn (Maengwyn Street) and the Wynnstay Hotel is at the end of the street on your left.

By Train (from Machynlleth Railway Station, 650 metres):
Exit the station and head for the main road (Heol y Doll). Turn left and follow the road until you take Heol Pen'rallt on the right. Heol Maengwyn (Maengwyn Street) is your next left. Turn here and the hotel is on your right.