Summer Workshops (6 Weeks For £27)

  • arts & crafts

  • 1 hr

  • Max 12 people

6 summer workshop for £27!

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Workshop Schedule


BOTTLE ROCKETS22nd July - Why not design, build and fire your own rocket made using a pop bottle, card, tape and not forgetting rocket fuel!!And hopefully we can have lift off (weather permitting)


ROBOT HAND29th July - Come and learn a bit about how your hands work by turning your own hand into a robot using materials like paper, string, tape and drinking straws, to construct a hand and then use it to see if you can pick things up!


FUN SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS5th August - We will do some fun science experiments and tricks like How to put an egg in a bottle without touching it Coin inertia How strong is a piece of paper Make your own eco-friendly slime


HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON12th August - Think you have want it takes to train a fire breathing dragon? Join us in making your own dragon using household items and turn yourself into a dragon. Join us this summer at Elan Valley Visitor Centre for an unforgettable series of six creative and hands-on workshops – all for just £27! Perfect for curious minds and crafty hands, each one-hour session offers a unique opportunity to explore arts, crafts, and science inspired by the natural beauty of Powys and the wonders of the Elan Valley.


ANIMAL TRACK IDENTIFICATION19th August - Come and see what tracks some animals have left behind and try and match them up with the right animal. We will play a game and learn some tracks you might find here in the Elan Valley. Then we will go for a walk through the wood to see what tracks and other animal signs we are able to find!


MAKE YOUR OWN FOSSIL - 26th August - Step back in time and make your own fossils from things you can find at home. You can then put in the garden or to bury for someone else to find. From building a moving robot hand and making your own fossils to launching bottle rockets and identifying animal tracks, every workshop is packed with fun learning and outdoor adventure. Discover the secrets of science with exciting experiments, then channel your imagination to craft your very own fire-breathing dragon. Whether you're a local family looking for a memorable summer activity or a visitor eager to connect with nature through creative play, these workshops promise plenty of laughter, learning, and discovery. Book now to secure your spot and dive into six weeks of imagination and exploration in one of Wales’ most spectacular settings!

What to bring

suitable clothing for the day


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See what people are saying about Elan Valley Visitor Centre.

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Great walk, we visited 3 of the dams in Elan Valley. We would definitely return hopefully on a clearer day. Incredible engineering that has stood the test of time.

Ricky Hotchkiss

Ricky Hotchkiss

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Fantastic views, amazing lake and dams, lovely cafe and shop too Food was so nice and reasonable priced.

Michael M A Ellis

Michael M A Ellis

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Elan Valley is stunning and would recommend a visit to anyone who is holidaying in the area. The reservoirs and dams are a sight to see in themselves and are surrounded by some great scenery. The visitor centre has a ...

Paul Robinson

Paul Robinson

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Really lovely park and surrounded area. I went when all the dams were overflowing due to all the rain we have since the start of the year. Great gift shop and cafe. Need to visit and walk all 5 dams.

Mike Alcock

Mike Alcock

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Visited Elan Valley Dam recently and it was absolutely breathtaking. The scenery is beautiful and peaceful, but the highlight was seeing the dam overflowing - it was an incredible sight and so powerful to watch. The ...

A Mathew

A Mathew

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