Situated on the River Wye, Rhayader has many beautiful landscapes to explore nearby.

A small market town, Rhayader has long been a natural stopping point for travellers – from the Romans who had a camp in the Elan Valley, to the monks who travelled between the abbeys of Strata Florida and Abbeycwmhir and drovers who were heading to market with their livestock.

Today Rhayader offers a choice of pubs and cafes for a welcome refreshment stop.

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August 8, 2022

Road cycling

Claiming to be the Outdoor capital of Wales Rhayader is a market town in mid Wales and an important junction for lots of road rides in this area.

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September 6, 2022

Road cycling

Great place to rest for a cafe stop or to use as a base for day riding.

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Best routes to Rhayader Town Clock

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1. Radnor Ring West — Sustrans Route 825

77.7km

05:22

1,200m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Rhayader and Llanwrthwl loop from Newbridge-on-Wye

39.0km

02:39

490m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Rhayader and Llangruig loop from Llanidloes

65.9km

04:54

1,340m

This difficult 41.0-mile touring cycling loop from Llanidloes offers challenging climbs and stunning views through the Elan and Wye Valleys.

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Elevation 220 m

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Max wind speed: 16.0 km/h

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Location: Rhayader, Powys, Wales, United Kingdom

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Steep Hill on Quiet Lane

Rhayader Town Clock

1. Radnor Ring West — Sustrans Route 825

2. Rhayader and Llanwrthwl loop from Newbridge-on-Wye

3. Rhayader and Llangruig loop from Llanidloes

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