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Tywyn's most famous annual event — runners race a Talyllyn Railway steam train across 14 miles of countryside between Tywyn and Abergynolwyn. Around 600 runners take part and only a handful ever beat the train. The atmosphere in Tywyn on Race the Train day is electric, with thousands of spectators lining the route and filling the town. Book accommodation well in advance if you want to be here for this one.

A celebration of local Welsh food and drink in the picturesque village of Aberdyfi, just 5 miles from the cottages. Local producers, street food vendors and artisan makers gather alongside live music and family entertainment. A great day out whatever the weather.

A relaxed community festival centred around Aberdyfi's picturesque wharf, with craft stalls, family activities, local food and live entertainment across the bank holiday weekend. DoveyFest has a wonderfully informal feel — more village fête than music festival — with the stunning Dyfi estuary as a backdrop.

A vintage vehicle and steam rally at the Talyllyn Railway in memory of L.T.C. Rolt — the writer and engineer who led the effort to save the line in 1950, creating the world's first railway preservation society. Classic cars, traction engines, veteran motorcycles and working steam exhibits make this a great day for transport enthusiasts of all ages.

A free, all-day celebration of live music on Tywyn's seafront promenade, with a line-up spanning jazz, rock, indie and live beats. Tywyn Live has grown into one of the highlights of the local summer calendar and draws visitors from across Wales. With the beach on one side and the mountains on the other, the setting is hard to beat.

A week-long programme of guided walks exploring the stunning coastline, mountains and history around Barmouth — about 20 miles north of Tywyn. Routes range from gentle coastal strolls to challenging mountain ascents, with expert local guides and a great social atmosphere throughout.

A special heritage weekend on the world's first preserved railway, with period trains, historical talks and exhibitions on the remarkable story of the Talyllyn's rescue by a band of volunteers in 1951. Steam engines from the railway's collection run throughout the weekend, and the narrow gauge museum at Tywyn Wharf is well worth a visit.

A weekend of live stand-up comedy across venues in the lively university town of Aberystwyth, around 25 miles south of Tywyn along the coast road. A well-curated line-up of touring comedians in intimate settings — a great excuse for a night away from the cottage.

Bonfires and firework displays light up the November sky in both Tywyn and Aberdyfi. The display over the beach at Tywyn is particularly spectacular — the fireworks reflect off the sea and there's plenty of space on the promenade to watch. Check local Facebook groups for exact times and locations.

Aberdyfi welcomes the festive season with seasonal stalls, local food, handmade gifts and entertainment along the seafront. One of the prettiest Christmas markets in Mid-Wales, with the lights reflecting off the estuary and a genuine community warmth that's hard to find at larger events.

Festive craft and food stalls in Tywyn town centre, held alongside the town's Christmas lights switch-on ceremony. Local traders, mulled wine, mince pies and the first proper Christmas atmosphere of the season — a lovely community event just a short walk from the cottages.

Community carol concerts and singalongs fill the historic churches of Tywyn and Aberdyfi throughout December. St Cadfan's Church in Tywyn — reputedly the site of the oldest known inscription in the Welsh language — is a particularly special setting for a candlelit carol service.

Ring in the new year with live music, dancing and fireworks at Neuadd Dyfi and pubs across Aberdyfi and Tywyn. The coastal setting makes midnight especially atmospheric — and if you're feeling brave, the New Year's Day Dip is just a few hours away.