Free workshops and guided tours planned at leading eco centre near Machynlleth
A FULL programme of workshops, demonstrations and guided tours focused on practical solutions for sustainable living is being offered at a free Spring Open Day at the Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT) near Machynlleth.
The event will take place on Saturday, May 23, running from 10am to 4pm, and is open to everyone from families and holidaymakers to local residents and CAT’s wider member network.
Set in the heart of the Dyfi Biosphere, CAT is recognised as one of Europe’s leading environmental education centres and is well known for promoting low-impact living and renewable technologies.
Visitors will be able to take part in a range of seasonal craft activities, with creative sessions designed for children of all ages, alongside hands-on gardening workshops including willow weaving.
The programme also includes opportunities to explore the use of earth and clay as sustainable building materials, as well as pond dipping sessions, green woodworking workshops and live demonstrations.
Guided tours will run throughout the day, giving visitors the chance to explore CAT’s gardens, woodlands and eco-buildings.
Lunch and refreshments will be available from CAT’s fully vegetarian café.
The open day is completely free and no booking is required. Visitors are encouraged to travel sustainably where possible, with the T2 bus stopping outside CAT and bike parking available on site.
Further details can be found at: cat.org.uk/about-cat/whats-on/.
