Local Activities
Make The Most Of Your Stay At Lower Fishpool Lodges
Explore Mid Wales & Shropshire
Make the most of your time staying with us at The Lower Fishpool Lodges by getting out and exploring the wealth of walking routes, cycle tracks, bridle paths, attractions, adrenaline-filled activities, traditional pubs and award-winning restaurants across Mid Wales and Shropshire.
Below we have picked out the most popular activities for our guests, along with some of our favourite lesser-known spots for exploring and our recommendations for great local food and drink.
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Local Walks & Adventures
Places To Visit & Attractions
Places To Eat And Drink
Local Walks & Adventures
Surrounded by forests, and former royal hunting grounds, that boast a diverse woodland and fascinating range of wildlife, our lodges are the perfect starting point for exploration trips by foot, bike or horseback.
The Fishpool Trail
Discover the inspiration behind The Lower Fishpool name, beginning from our lodges, the Fishpools Trail is suitable for all the family. Enjoy the fantastic views of Bleddfa, the Lugg Valley and the old battle site of Pilleth during your Welsh ramble.
Radnor Forest
The Radnor Forest is a former royal hunting ground, boasting a diverse woodland and fascinating range of wildlife. If you are a keen walker, horse rider, cyclist or mountain biker, the Radnor Forest has miles upon miles of scenic tracks to explore – all easily accessible from our lodges.
Elan Valley Reservoirs & Dams
Elan Valley is a 73-mile long aqueduct including a vast network of dams and reservoirs. Originally built to supply drinking water to Birmingham; today, the site boasts great walks and stunning scenery that can be explored by foot, bike, horseback or boat.
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Brecon Beacons & Pen Y Fan
Take a road trip to the Brecon Beacons along one of the UK’s most famous and picturesque roads. Filled with hiking routes and peaks, the Bannau Brycheiniog’s highest peak is Pen Y Fan, a relatively comfortable hike with stunning panoramic views.
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Offas Dyke Centre and Walks
A famous 177-mile national trail that runs along the Wales and England border, the Offa’s Dyke is on many hikers’ bucket list. Typically completed in sections, the nearby market town of Knighton is home to the Offa’s Dyke Centre and a section start point.
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Places To Visit & Attractions
Looking for new places to explore or new sights to see whilst you stay with us? Below we have put together a list of the most popular local attractions and locations for you to get your travel fix.
Phil Price Rally School
Voted the No.1 Rally School in the UK multiple times, the Phil Price Rally School provides a hands-on driving experience behind the wheel of a rally car. Teaching you slides, drifts, Scandinavian flicks, opposite locks and much more, get your adrenaline pumping as you speed through the forest tracks.
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Underhill Riding Stables
Located less than a mile from The Lower Fishpool Lodges, Underhill Riding Stables is a family-run business offering horse riding lessons, hacks, pub rides and half-day or whole-day rides. Led by highly experienced qualified staff you can enjoy horse or pony riding whatever your age or riding ability.
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Go-Karting at Kinsham Raceway
Kinsham Raceway is the LARGEST outdoor circuit in the West Midlands, featuring banked and adverse camber bends, high-speed corners, hairpins and chicanes. You can pre-book practice sessions to refine your go-carting skills or for groups of 6 or more, you can compete in your very own grand prix.
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Griffin-Lloyd Clay Pigeon Shooting
Experience the thrill of clay pigeon shooting amidst stunning surroundings. The Griffin-Lloyd’s shooting range has 26 stands, high towers, and varied targets in a picturesque valley. A WCTSA / CPSA Ground, they offer registered competitions, practice sessions, ‘Have-A-Go’ experiences, and individual lessons.
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The Bleddfa Centre
One mile from our lodges lies the village of Bleddfa, ‘the place of the wolf’ as the name translates in English. In the heart of Bleddfa is the Bleddfa Centre hosts a wide range of creative workshops, exhibitions, meditations, talks and retreats, centred around local culture, traditions, visual arts, music and philosophy.
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Gigrin Red Kite Feeding Centre
Hundreds of Red Kites come to feed at the Gigrin Centre every day. Witness these beautiful birds as they go about their business from one of the many scenic and photographic hides. Fed once daily (typically 3 pm – check website for times), and watch in awe as these majestic birds come within metres of you to feed.
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Llandrindod Wells & The Lake
The Victorian spa town of Llandrindod Wells (known locally as Llandod) is home to the glistening Llandrindod Wells Lake Park, the remarkable Rock Park, the fascinating National Cycle Museum and the historic Radnoshire Museum. After a morning of exploring the elegant architecture, refuel in one of the many great local restaurants.
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Builth Wells
Discover Builth Wells’ rich history and culture. Visit the mural of Prince Llewelyn, and explore Builth Castle’s grassy motte and the ancient church ruins. Enjoy Victorian architecture, the bustling Wyeside Arts Centre, and scenic walks along the Wye River. Don’t miss Groe Park, the Stone Circle, and the Royal Welsh Show in July.
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The Judge’s Lodgings
In the centre of Presteigne is the opportunity to step back in time to the 1870s. The award-winning Judge’s Lodging is a real working Victorian house that provides an insight into a historic time. A great day out for budding historians, this is no ordinary museum, allowing you to interact and touch everything to get a real feel for Victorian life.
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Places To Eat And Drink
Fancy going out for a treat or a night off from cooking? There is a great selection of local pubs, restaurants and takeaways close to Lower Fishpool Lodges for you to enjoy high-quality food and drink.
Horse and Jockey, Knighton
A traditional pub in the centre of Knighton, The Horse & Jockey is a local favourite. Instantly recognisable with the historic pub front, you can enjoy your favourite sports or a game of pool with a drink or food. For a more relaxed dining experience, try the restaurant area in the former stables that adjoins the pub.
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The Harp Inn, Old Radnor
An old Welsh longhouse inn, The Harp Inn sits overlooking the Radnor Valley. As beautiful on the inside, as it is on the outside, The Harp is a proper pub with ancient slate floors, oak beams, antique settles and a huge open log fire. Family-run, the restaurant offers hearty home-cooked classics and modern dishes.
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The Metropole Hotel & Spa, Llandrindod Wells
An award-winning restaurant and spa, The Metropole Hotel & Spa in Llandrindod Wells offers a premium dining experience and is open for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner. If you are looking for a full day of treats, why not visit the Rock Spa or join in one of the murder mystery events?
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The Stagg Inn, Titley
Just over the border in Herefordshire, The Stagg Inn boasts a reputation for high-quality locally sourced food. Open year-round for lunch and dinner, The Stagg Inn also offers another unique experience, with the opportunity to hire one of their collection of Morgan classic cars to explore the local area.
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The Banc, Knighton
Housed in a historic bank and vault building, the Banc was converted in 2018 into a modern-style restaurant and bar that sits in the heart of the market town of Knighton. Still featuring many of the bank’s original features, it is a favourite choice for mouthwatering food and drinks at affordable prices.
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The Radnorshire Arms, Presteigne
With a history dating back to 1616, visiting The Radnoshire Arms is an experience in itself. The Grade II listed building still has its original exposed beams and timber-panelled walls that create the perfect setting to enjoy a feast of traditional pub classics or a cracking Sunday roast.
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