River Wood is a gallery-bookshop dedicated to wildlife and wild places. It is situated in Rhayader, the outdoor capital of Wales, close to the famous Elan Valley, a dark skies reserve and a wild landscape of lakes, woods and mountains.
The gallery shows the wildlife art of James Roberts who works in a unique style using ink and salt on paper. Original paintings, prints, pamphlets and cards are available.
Visit jamesroberts.art for more information about his work
The bookshop adjoining the gallery has a small selection of nature and wildlife titles, both new and secondhand.
The gallery is housed in a grade 2 listed building, one of the oldest shops in Wales, dating back to the 17th century, with many original features.
A studio space is located upstairs where workshops are held, including writing, drawing and painting, and connecting to nature via creative practice.
Winter opening times are 11am – 4pm, Friday and Saturday and by appointment (please email [email protected]). Closed over the Christmas period.