SELF GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAYS
Walk the Ceredigion Coast Path between Cardigan and Ynyslas, following high cliffs, sheltered coves and harbour towns along the wildlife-rich shores of Cardigan Bay.
The Ceredigion Coast Path runs for 60 miles between Cardigan and Ynyslas, linking high cliffs, small coves, fishing villages and the larger coastal towns of New Quay, Aberaeron and Aberystwyth.
South of New Quay, the path passes Mwnt, Aberporth, Llangrannog, Ynys Lochtyn and Cwmtydu, with long stretches of Heritage Coast and regular places to stop and look out across Cardigan Bay. Bottlenose dolphins, harbour porpoises and grey seals use these waters, although sightings can never be guaranteed.
North of Aberaeron the character changes again. Gentler coastal ground gives way to a more demanding stretch between Llanrhystud and Aberystwyth, before the path continues over the cliffs to Borth and the dunes at Ynyslas.
The terrain changes noticeably along the Ceredigion coast. Between Cardigan, Aberporth and Llangrannog there are high cliffs, secluded beaches and repeated climbs and descents. The coast between Llangrannog and New Quay continues past Ynys Lochtyn and Cwmtydu, with further undulating sections above small coves.
The walking becomes gentler around Aberaeron and Aberarth before climbing again. The section between Llanrhystud and Aberystwyth is one of the more demanding parts of the route, and north of Aberystwyth the path continues over undulating cliffs and slopes towards Borth and Ynyslas.
Our longer Machynlleth to Cardigan itineraries begin with two stages through the Dyfi area to Aberystwyth before continuing south along the Ceredigion coast.
New Quay adds a literary thread to this stretch of coast. Dylan Thomas moved with his family to Majoda, a bungalow just north of the town, in September 1944 and remained in the area into the following year.
It was a productive period. He wrote Quite Early One Morning here, a radio work regarded as an important precursor to Under Milk Wood. The Coast Path between New Quay and Aberaeron follows places Thomas knew, including Llanina and Cei Bach.
At low tide it is possible to walk the beach between New Quay and Llanina. When the beach cannot be used, the alternative route passes Majoda before rejoining the coast.
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Your main bag moves ahead to the next stop, so you walk the day with only what you choose to carry.
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Cardigan Castle stands close to the start of the Ceredigion Coast Path and is an easy visit before setting out. The site has more than 900 years of history and is closely associated with the first Eisteddfod, held here by Lord Rhys in 1176.
Llanerchaeron is a Georgian villa near Aberaeron, designed by John Nash in the 1790s. The estate includes a walled garden, traditional farmyard, lake and parkland.
It lies around 2½ miles inland from Aberaeron and can be reached on foot along the old railway line, making it a worthwhile option if you have extra time in the town.
Looking for different mileages or a different number of nights? Please contact us to discuss how our itineraries can be adjusted to meet your specific needs.
Looking for different mileages or a different number of nights? Please contact us to discuss how our itineraries can be adjusted to meet your specific needs.
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