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About
CAT is open for courses, special events, group visits and Graduate School of the Environment students, but is unfortunately not currently open to day visitors.
Nestled in the stunning UNESCO Dyfi Biosphere in Mid Wales, The Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT) is a world-renowned eco centre that demonstrates practical solutions for a sustainable future. Discover a hidden world, packed full of working examples of renewable energy, beautiful organic gardens, experimental green buildings and sustainably managed woodland habitats.
Whether you’re coming with a school, college or university, as a team away day, or as a community group that’s working to create change, CAT is the perfect place to visit as a group.
CAT is fully equipped for a unique and inspiring group visit – with 24 acres of gardens, woodlands and displays and experts in a wide variety of sustainable solutions. Choose from a range of workshops, talks and tours, which we can tailor to suit your group.
– Britain’s leading eco-centre
– On-site 4* group accommodation
– Full catering packages available from CAT's fully vegetarian cafe
– Free entry for coach drivers/tour guides
– Free car or coach parking
– Dedicated group visits team
– Fully accessible visitor centre, conference facilities and accommodation.
Find out more at www.cat.org.uk.
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Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult | £8.50 per adult |
| Child (4 -16 years) | £3.50 per child |
| Concession | £7.50 per concession |
Under 4s free | All under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.
Students, people over 60 years and unemployed people_
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled access
- Disabled toilets
- Mobility Scooter Hire
- Wheelchairs available
Booking & Payment Details
- Advance booking essential
- Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Catering
- On-site catering
- On-site light refreshments
- Picnic site
Children
- Baby changing facilities
- Children welcome
Groups
- Education/study area
- Facilities for educational visits
- Facilities for groups
- Guided tours for groups
- Mini Coach Parties Accepted
Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities
- Facilities for conferencing
- Facilities for corporate hospitality
Parking
- EV Charging
- Free Parking
Property Facilities
- Dogs Accepted
- Gift shop
- Public toilets
- Smoking not allowed
- Telephone (public)
Site Features
- Regional Tourist Board Member
- Welcome Host
Suitability
- School Trips
Target Markets
- Accepts groups
- Coach parties accepted
Map & Directions
Road Directions
The Centre for Alternative technology is ideally situated right in the heart of Mid Wales, just two hours by train from Birmingham International Airport and Train Station.
CAT is located three miles north of Machynlleth on the A487, look out for the brown signs. Free car parking at Visitor Centre. EV Car Charging point: Free to Cat Visitors - notify reception on arrival and they will assist you with the charging facilities.
Accessible by Public Transport: Machynlleth station is 3 miles away.
Public Transport Directions
Travel Planner - https://www.traveline.cymru/
Bus services run from Machynlleth and other major towns. The T2 runs regular routes from Aberystwyth to Bangor. The T2 also passes the centre as well. It's worth looking online if you're planning to travel by bus and ask the driver about the best place to alight for the centre.
National Cycle Network Route 8 passes via CAT's entrance and the road from Mach to CAT is quiet and safe (see map above).
Trains are frequent and it doesn't take long to get from the Midlands to Machynlleth
