January 2026
Holiday home ownership is more than just a holiday destination. It’s your permanent escape; a community you invest time into; a place you will make everlasting memories. Family holidays, romantic getaways, yearly staycations with friends, or even a lifestyle investment.
Here is our guide on what you need to know, from the practicalities of Cwm Hafren Holiday Park to nearby towns in Mid Wales.
Each year, a new season brings a new longing for a holiday. A summer adventure, a wintery festive break, a cosy autumnal getaway, a spring trip over Easter.
Owning a static home means your holiday is always waiting for you, personalised to your taste, with neighbouring towns you already feel at home in. No pre-booking or check-ins, no endless searches for the right destination. From upfront hire costs to booking charges, the costs can feel endless. With a static home of your own, there are no nasty surprises.
Cwm Hafren is perfectly nestled in the heart of mid Wales, with breathtaking countryside, rolling hills, and rich heritage in every direction.
However, the getaway starts right at the park, where owning a static holiday home means reconnecting with nature right from your doorstep. Whether you’re buying a new or a pre-owned holiday home, you’ll enjoy family and dog-friendly amenities, less maintenance than a permanent residence, and a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The park team ensures park maintenance, security, and support for owners throughout the year, making park life easy and enjoyable.
When you own a static holiday home, the neighbouring towns become your day-to-day adventure spots, each with its own unique character. From riverside walks to historic castle gardens, local food spots, and access to cultural events, Cwm Hafren is the perfect base for your Welsh days out.
Just minutes from your holiday home is the quaint village of Caersws. With strong Welsh traditions and a relaxed pace of life, it makes for a perfect base for those wanting a quieter, more authentic corner of Wales. For the thrill seekers, Caersws Bike Park will get your hearts racing.
Newtown, just 13 minutes from your holiday home, offers a serene morning walk along the Montgomery Canal; a traditional Welsh day out at the Oriel Davies Gallery; a family adventure at Gregynog Hall and Gardens; and a wholesome evening at The Hafren Theatre.
The next town along, if you’ve explored everything Newtown has to offer, a 17-minute drive to Llanidloes opens up another world of Wales. From exploring the impressive Clywedog Reservoir or hiking the local Bryn Y Fan to unwinding at the local Wild Oak Café, you’ll never be bored with your home away from home.
Further afield to Welshpool, only a half an hour drive, it doesn’t get much more Welsh. Powis Castle and Gardens is rich with Welsh history and local wildlife, the Welshpool Llanfair Light Railway tours the rolling hills of the Welsh countryside, and Welshpool Golf Club provides that countryside escape every golfer needs.
Owning a static holiday home, you will find your go-to spots and ‘must-not-miss’s. A walk along the Severn Way will certainly be a go-to, whether you want a journey through Welsh industrial history and the flourishing nature reserves, a spot of fishing in the summer months, or a bite to eat at a riverside café.
A National Trust membership will set you up for any getaway, with properties dotted all throughout mid-Wales. In the countryside, owning a static holiday home comes hand-in-hand with a National Trust membership, from seasonal events, family-fun days or relaxing strolls with a friend.
If you want to own a static holiday home, then Cwm Hafren is the ideal destination, surrounded by Welsh countryside and bustling market towns. We have a range of holiday homes from leading brands available, all you have to do is browse the catalogue and enquire about your favourites.
Have a look at our Holiday Homes for sale and plan your itinerary from Welshpool to Newtown.
If you’re interested in purchasing a holiday home from us or want to see more of what the park has to offer, download our brochure for full details.
