Llanfyllin

Llanfyllin has a long and interesting history. It is set in a deep valley surrounded by gently rolling hills, which are typical of Mid-Wales. Tradition alludes to St Myllin, the 7th century Celt, as the first cleric to baptise by total immersion in his holy well. The town is named after him and the church is also dedicated to St Myllin.

Llanfyllin was granted its charter as a borough in 1293 by Llewelyn ap Gruffyd ap Gwenwynwyn, Lord of Mechain, and shares with Welshpool the distinction of being one of only two Welsh boroughs to receive their charters from native Welsh rulers.

The carnival has been recently revived and takes place biannually in June with the agricultural and horticultural shows held annually in mid-August.

During June/July each year, the Festival of Music takes place, which includes classical music by internationally acclaimed artists.

The edge of the Snowdonia National Park is in the Berwyn Mountains near Lake Vyrnwy

Near Llanfyllin in the village of Llanrhaedr ym Mochnant is Pystedd Rhaedr. It is the highest waterfall in England and Wales. It is also has a greater drop than Niagara Falls

Lake Vyrnwy was created by the Victorians in 1895 as a reservoir for Liverpool. It is an incredibly beautiful place and an RSPB Reserve. Hire a bicycle to ride around it on the flattest continous road in Wales. Better still relax on the terrace of the Tavern Bar in the Lake Vyrnwy Hotel, which is open to non-residents.

The Lake has its own spectacular waterfall. Yes! Sometimes it rains here!