
Rheidol Valley woodland
Educational Visits
Devils Bridge,
Aberystwyth,
Ceredigion,
SY23 3JW
Details
Devil's Bridge Falls attraction is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and is a remarkable area for those interested in Geography, Geology, Geomorphology, and rare mosses and ferns. It is also a sight of Historical and architectural interest.
The 300ft Mynach Waterfalls are set deep withing the ancient wooded gorge. It's damp atmosphere creates a perfect habitat for rare mosses as well as different varieties of fern and other plants. The waterfalls are a good example of a hanging valley and the deep pools show erosion.
The coloured lichen can be seen on the trees and rocks all the way around the nature trail. An impressive tilted slate rock face can be seen as you descend Jacob's Ladder. The unique Three Bridges built on on top of each other is an impressive architectural fete considering the age and location of them. Under the three bridges there is what's called The Devil's Punch bowl which shows how the water force has smoothed the rock into a circular shape. The different layers of rock can clearly be seen from the lower view point.
The legend is part of the beginning of tourism in this area dating back to the 18th Century.
Minimum group size 15
Educational literature available on request.
Free car park. Gift shop, light refreshments and W.C only available during main season. The walk is Not suitable for wheel chairs or pushchairs or people suffering from health problems due to many steep, uneven steps.
Opening Details
Open all the time
Visits during attendant hours only
Prices
Minimum group size 15
Address
Devils Bridge,
Aberystwyth,
Ceredigion,
SY23 3JW
Location and nearby places
Directions
Map reference: SN 741770 Lat: 52.37701 Long: -3.84976
Devils Bridge Waterfalls are located on the A4120 (Aberystwyth - Ponterwyd) road. It is in close proximity to the A44 (from the east) and the A487 coast road at Aberystwyth. The nearest Mainline railway station is at Aberystwyth,
BY STEAM TRAIN
The Vale of Rheidol Steam Railway runs from Aberystwyth to Devil’s Bridge. From the station it is a 5 minutes walk to the Waterfalls attraction. Turn left out of their car park pass the Hafod Hotel and bear left over the bridge. The entrance kiosk is on the left.
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Parking: free
Facilities
Baby changing facilities
Coach parties accepted
Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Credit cards accepted (with charge)
Disabled toilets
Education/study area
Facilities for groups
Facilities for educational visits
French signs/guides
German signs/guides
Gift shop
On-site light refreshments
Picnic site
Public toilets
Regional Tourist Board Member
Spanish signs/guides
Welcome Host
Accepts groups
Children welcome
Dogs accepted
Free car park. Gift shop, light refreshments and W.C only available during main season. The walk is Not suitable for wheel chairs or pushchairs or people suffering from health problems due to many steep, uneven steps.
Self-Assessed Accessibility Details
Parking
- The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
is solid
- The route from the parking area to the entrance:
Has a ramp
Public Areas
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
To the gift shop
Good contrast between the floor and walls
Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
Baby changing facilities
Visitor information available in large print (14pt and over)
Visitor information available in audio format
General
Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
Good colour/tonal contrast for visually impaired visitors
Audible alarm system
Visual alarm system
Entrance
Steps to the main entrance
- 1Number of steps to entrance
Food
Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
Good contrast between the floor and walls
Menus available in large print (14pt and over)