20/02/21 Wales has taken top spot thanks to its rugged scenery, glorious countryside, beautiful coastline and more affordable property. Wales is less crowded than the West Country making it a better option for social distancing and enjoying relative peace. It comments that the scenic university town of Aberystwyth is popular with plenty to do, an [...]
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Dark skies are a lasting memory!
A friend was remembering his visit to Ty Mari almost 50 years ago when we started up the self-catering business. His stand-out memory was that of stunning night skies. He would be so pleased to know of the wonderful developments with the local dark sky park. I welcome the recognition that the Cambrian Mountains offer some of the best dark skies in the UK. The picture of Ty Mari, Welsh Hideaways, taken on a clear night emphasises the glory of the night sky.

Alpacas born near Welsh Hideaways!
The University news reports on the potential for alpaca farming in Wales. A herd of alpaca at Aberystwyth University’s upland research centre welcomed two new arrivals during the lockdown. One male and one female baby alpaca, known as cria, were born at the Pwllpeiran Upland Research Platform (close to Welsh Hideaways). They are settling down [...]

Visit Wales safely
This link enables you to sign up to these values: ~VisitWalesSafely after lockdown. Care for each other, yes, visit Wales safely. Look after my health — by regularly washing and sanitising my hands. Keep a safe distance from other groups — by choosing open spaces and respecting local rules. Act immediately if I feel [...]
Welsh Wine Week
We’d love you to become better acquainted with Welsh Wine and our Winemakers. Our industry is growing and becoming renowned for boutique-style wines using grapes suited to cooler climates. We truly believe Welsh wine has something unique to offer the discerning wine drinker. The nearest vineyard to Welsh Hideaways is close to Aberaeron. You can [...]
Welcoming back tourists to Ceredigion
As BBC reported, Ceredigion was praised for its virus response, but will see visitors from areas with higher infection rates now the tourism sector has reopened. At Welsh Hideaways we want to strike a balance between restarting our welcome to ensure visitors have a wonderful break in one of the most stunning areas of UK [...]
Exciting news! Self-catering in Wales opens from 11 July 2020 for a while!
During today's Welsh Government briefing, International Relations Minister Eluned Morgan announced that the date for reopening self contained accommodation has changed from the 13th July 2020 to the 11th July 2020 Pubs and restaurants can open outdoors from 13 July 2020 but pre booking and table service needs to be available
Global award to redevelop Uni Old College
Old university college on right; photo courtesy of the Uni. Just so good that Aberystwyth University staff have won a prestigious global award for the first phase of their fundraising appeal to redevelop the Old College. The Development and Alumni Relations team at the University have succeeded in raising £12.3 million towards the costs of [...]
21 April 2020 Coronavirus progress
Ceredigion has the lowest number of recorded cases of Covid-19 in Wales, with no new people diagnosed positive in the last three days. Let's all work to maintain this progress as we patiently wait to see one of the most beautiful counties in UK come to life again and able to welcome visitors from across [...]
Visit Mid Wales… later, but don’t forget!
Please do not visit Mid Wales at this time, April 2020, and avoid all unnecessary travel within Wales. Mid Wales has very limited NHS resources with only 2 main hospitals serving the counties of Powys, Ceredigion & Gwynedd. We look forward to welcoming you back in future; but for now, let’s all #staysafe and look after each [...]
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