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cat.org.uk
Newest Review: ... your own polytunnel, compost heaps, HEP, etc. All of which are priced too high [as you'd expect!] and if your that interested then I'd simply advise you to look on their website for most of the information you'd need: www.cat.org.uk As an example, one single sheet of paper with tips about compost heaps will set you back 50p. A double sided sheet will set you back £3.50. · Café Can't comment on what this is like because the times I've been I've taken my own lunch. It is supposed to be quite pricey in here too though and all the food on offer is vegetarian so if that’s not your ‘cup of tea... more |
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cat.org.uk: Don't forget your wellies! (1947 words)
by Sarah_Louise - written on 19.10.02 (Very useful, 476 readings)
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The Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT for short!) is situated among beautiful scenery of Machynlleth (in Mid Wales). If you're interested either in alternative technology, science, technology, geography, etc. then this place will be of interest! I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve been to CAT. My dad is really into it there so I’ve been quite a few times throughout my childhood. I also went two years ago with college as part of my AS physics. I have also just been again today as part of AS environmental science. (I’m sure I should get a season ticket, or, better still, get in free!) The only disadvantage ...
Make a donation to the compost (1011 words)
by SusanLesley - written on 06.10.01 (Very useful, 79 readings)
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A few years ago I made a list of all the things that I would like to do and all the places that I would like to go and the Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT for short) was on that list. When Dave and I got together he seemed to be taking my list as a personal crusade (not that I am complaining you understand!) and so I got the chance to visit the CAT. CAT is situated in the beautiful Welsh countryside about three miles north of Machynlleth on the A487. It is easily reached by bus using the Arriva Cymru service from Aberystwyth, Machynlleth or Dolgellau, which stops three hundred metres away from the entrance to CAT. CAT was originally established ...
by - written on 08.07.00
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Alternative technology is that which works with nature rather than against it and at CAT, which is in Machynlleth in Wales, you can see this truly in action. The place is quite amazing - it is totally self sufficient in electricity and runs the whole complex on the equivalent of an electric kettle. Everything that can be is recycled including toilet waste.We went there on a cold wet day and still enjoyed every minute of the day The web site gives a very good indication of what you will find at the centre. There is a virtual tour for those who want to come but can't leave their computer. This tour with pictures and informative text takes you to some of ...
