Community space to host activities and workshops

Borth Community Hub will run a community space at Natural Resources Wales’ (NRW) Dyfi National Nature Reserve.

The community management agreement will start in early August allowing part of the Ynyslas building to be used for activities and workshops to engage with and benefit the local community.

Founded in 2007, Borth Community Hub is a charity which hosts a range of activities and workshops offering resources and services to communities from northern Ceredigion to Machynlleth.

They will also provide a selection of beverages and cold food, including snacks and ice creams, for the public at selected times.

Elsie Grace, NRW’s Head of Sustainable Commercial Development, said:

“We are very pleased to be working with Borth Community Hub. We recognise the great work they do in the community, providing a range of services which help support people.

“Choosing a partner who will provide long-term, sustainable health and well-being benefits to the area was at the forefront of our decision making.”

Helen Williams, Borth Community Hub Manager, said:

“Borth Community Hub exists to provide a range of accessible and much needed services to local people and visitors and we are glad we are able to expand our offer with this new project.

“We are planning a range of activities including wellbeing and nature walks, nature-based science, technology, engineering, and mathematics activities for families, arts for wellbeing for older adults as well as the sale of ice creams and light refreshments for part of the week.

“We are pleased to be starting this new project which will enhance our existing services in the area, as well as ensuring a continued service to visitors and locals alike at Ynyslas. We are always mindful of improving the services we offer."

All paths, trails, car park, and toilet facilities remain open and managed by NRW while the important work undertaken to protect wildlife and maintain Dyfi National Nature Reserve will continue to be overseen by land management staff.

NRW is looking to launch a marketing exercise for Bwlch Nant yr Arian and Coed y Brenin later this year.

This process will look for viable partners, community groups and businesses, who can enhance the sites for visitor and recreation purposes.

Following a period of preparation work, legal checks, internal governance and subject to final approval, it is hoped the process can be launched in November with the aim of awarding contracts by the end of April 2026.

You can find out more information on our consultation hub.