Llandovery

The following places are all within an hour's drive of the town:

Swansea
beaches, museums/galleries and shopping. See also Swansea Bay.
Carmarthen
and Brecon - larger market towns.
Middleton
The National Botanic Garden of Wales (http://gardenofSPAMwales....).
Esgair Fwyog Forest Park
Cynghordy. Tel:+44 1550 720-394.
Llyn Brianne
Rhandirmwyn - a beautiful lake.
Dolaucothi Gold Mines
in the valley of the River Cothi, near Pumsaint. The National Trust organises tours of the mines.
Carreg Cennen Castle
(http://www.castlewales.co...) - spectacular castle ruins offering views over the country-side
Trapp
a picturesque river-side village near Carreg Cennen Castle.