Statkraft Rheidol Visitor Center and cafe — Local services in Melindwr

Interesting visitor centre for the hydro electric dams in the Rheidol Valley. There are a couple of rooms dedicated to the original construction of the scheme, with interactive displays suitable for youngsters and adults showing how electricity is generated using just water and gravity. There's a nice cafe for coffee and cakes. And nice toilets too. The car park isn't the largest, but there is another parking area just a short walk away over looking the reservoir. There's also a large grassy area with picnic tables. We didn't explore it,but there's a walking path from the left hand side of the Centre. All good. 😎👍👍👍👍 PS don't miss the Butterfly Centre behind the...

The tour is free and worth a visit if you are passing. Very forward thinking facility considering it was built over 50 years ago. The tour lasts about 40 min and covers most aspects of the plant. However do not expect a bus tour which I expected. You stay within the one building which isn't that big. Can be difficult for small children as there are no interactive displays to keep...

Recently we visited the Rheidol Power Station with our 10yr old Grandsons. Our guide Barbara gave an excellent explanation of the history and process which helped the boys realise the practical use of local natural resources. The tour pre booking process is very easy. Kirsty was most helpful in the Visitors Centre which has a wonderful cafeteria including...