Centre for Alternative Technology
149 Reviews
About the Business
Home - Centre for Alternative Technology | To avoid disastrous climate change we must take radical action now. CAT offers practical solutions and hands-on learning to help create a zero carbon world.
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Llwyngwern Quarry, Pantperthog, Machynlleth SY20 9AZ
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- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Good for kids
Recommended Reviews
Rachel Anderson
13.03.2024
Centre for Alternative Technology
There's something about this place which is just magical and which you can't capture elsewhere. Really reasonably priced and lovely staff. If you want to feel what living in a sustainable community could be like - this is it.
Matthew Innes
08.03.2024
Centre for Alternative Technology
I first came to CAT about twenty years ago. I loved it then so I was made nervous by some reviews saying how run down it had become. In fact, it's even better; the tech has been updated and there are excellent, interactive displays on satellite monitoring of the planet, on biomass heating, on recycling and drought proofing gardens. Children should enjoy exploring the very well done 'mole hole'. We had a great time on the quarry walk with our two dogs and the setting is beautiful. Lovely staff too. Go there and learn something while having fun - it's great.
Eddie Dobson
06.02.2024
Centre for Alternative Technology
I love CAT. Wonderful staff and informative bird walk. Stunning ecological work on all levels and it’s interesting to see the more interactive exhibits as I last visited about 25 years ago. Thank you all for your wonderful work.
Mimi Villaret
06.02.2024
Centre for Alternative Technology
The Centre's in a disused slate quarry and is reached by a water-powered vernacular railway. Incredibly useful and informative site but the different routes visitors can take could be more clearly marked. It's easy to wander and get them mixed up. The café/shop was nice and, although the spinach dhal and rice I had for lunch was lovely, it was a mean portion for £7.25 and the little naan bread was a burnt biscuit! Service at checkout needs to be sorted better. Our meals were almost cold by the time we sat down to eat. That said, it was a very enjoyable day and I recommend going to anyone with the slightest interest in sustainability.
Cal
05.02.2024
Centre for Alternative Technology
A very informative place to visit, the history of the area, the walks and how new technologies are paving the way to help fight climatic changes within the environment.Activities for young and old to enjoy, learn and experience.Staff are very friendly and knowledgeable.Cafe on site, could be deemed expensive but everything made is fresh, it's wholesome and quality. The smell is delightful as you walk around too. All food is vegetarian or vegan.
Tasneem Akhtar
31.01.2024
Centre for Alternative Technology
Had an amazing time with my group from Civic Square in Birmingham from 21 to 22nd October 2023. Surpassed all my expectations : location, facilities, staff, accommodation, food and the whole experience. Cannot wait to do again. Good thing there is a train station nearby. The funicular rail is a gem. I have been recommending it to all my friends and family
Adam Miller
22.12.2023
Centre for Alternative Technology
Was an OK day out, lots of outdoor space for the kids but it was a bit underwhelming.The reviews hyped it up, but it's just an OK day out. It all felt very dated.The food was really bad.If you had a choice of this place of Arthur's Labyrinth which is another great local attraction, I would suggest the Labyrinth instead.
Ahmad
19.12.2023
Centre for Alternative Technology
I cannot understate how incredibly impressed I was during my visit to the CAT centre. Everything was a dream. The staff were all so lovely and welcoming, the accommodation is beautiful and relaxing, the food is flavourful and filling and I was able to learn so much. The work they do is very innovative and definitely worth checking out. I would highly recommend visiting.
Martine Hughes
19.12.2023
Centre for Alternative Technology
We enjoyed a delicious vegetable curry in the restaurant, all made with veg grown on site. Walking around the veg plots afterwards put it all into context - visiting while the gardens are in bloom is wonderful!The displays about green energy are enlightening and not at all preachy, we felt very comfortable going there to learn without having a wind farm of our own at home!
Apo
17.12.2023
Centre for Alternative Technology
A fantastic day out for the family. Lots to see and quite a few interactive areas. CAT does a very good job of explaining how we can live sustainably and how various technologies work. Very educational and done in way that is entertaining for all age groups.We also had lunch at their canteen and the food was very good. They only have vegetarian options but the pies we tried were very tasty.The site is actually larger that we originally thought but is very well laid out with toilets dotted around, really handy if you have kids.
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Llwyngwern Quarry, Pantperthog, Machynlleth SY20 9AZ
Centre for Alternative Technology