Moriath Glass

Glass-blowing in rural Carmarthenshire isn't what you'd expect to find down a quiet lane outside Llandysul, but that's exactly where Moriath Glass sits. This is a working studio where you can actually watch craftspeople shape molten glass into bowls, vases and vessels - the kind of place where you stand close enough to feel the heat coming off the furnace.

The real draw is seeing the skill firsthand. There's something mesmerising about watching someone take a blob of glowing orange glass and turn it into something functional and beautiful in what feels like no time at all. You can browse the finished pieces in their shop - prices are fair for handmade work, ranging from small decorative items to serious statement pieces.

It's worth stopping by if you're exploring the Teifi Valley, though I'd ring ahead to check opening hours and whether they're running demonstrations on the day you visit - craftspeople aren't always there at their benches. Allow 30-45 minutes maximum, longer if you're genuinely keen on glass art. The surrounding area has plenty of accommodation, from the luxury yurts at Embrace the Space just down the road to the more straightforward camping at Woodland Rise, making it easy to build this into a longer Carmarthenshire break. Best for curious types and anyone who likes watching skilled work happen in real time. Kids can find it interesting but it's not a full afternoon's entertainment.