Llain Activity Centre

Activity centres in Wales often promise the world and deliver little more than a soggy assault course, but Llain Activity Centre near Aberaeron bucks this trend with proper outdoor adventures that'll keep teenagers happy for hours. The centre specialises in water sports and land-based activities, though you'll need to ring ahead to check what's running when you visit.

Families staying at nearby parks like Haven Quay West Holiday Park or Wide Horizons Holiday Park will find this a decent way to burn off energy on a rainy day. The instructors know their stuff and don't talk down to kids, which makes a refreshing change from some Welsh activity centres I've visited.

Being just outside Aberaeron means you can easily combine a session here with a proper lunch in town afterwards. The Georgian harbour town is well worth exploring, especially if you fancy some locally caught crab or a wander along the colourful seafront.

Allow half a day minimum if you're booking activities, though some sessions run longer. Without knowing their exact offerings or prices, I'd suggest calling ahead rather than just turning up. The location puts you within easy reach of several holiday parks, making it a handy addition to a Ceredigion break rather than a destination in itself.