BREATHTAKING
COASTAL
GETAWAYS
WE KNOW JUST THE PLACE
You’re into tasting local delicacies and wandering small seaside towns or villages? Tick.
Walking a vast coastline and taking in the tranquil wildlife is more your thing? Great.
Adrenaline and big swells feature heavily in your vocabulary? Nice, we’re fluent.
Mid Wales has one of the largest and finest shorelines in the UK and the Wales Coast Path hugs the coast which means we have a whole lot to offer.
Its Mid Wales' authenticity that makes it a really big deal, and that means the hardest decision you’ll ever have to make while visiting is: “What’s next?”
Whatever you look for in a retreat, rest assured – this is where you’ll find it.
Have a scroll and plan your perfect visit.
Find plAces to Stay on the Mid Wales coast
Aberystwyth University | Campus Accomm.
Aberystwyth
Campus Accommodation with 600 bedrooms, £30-£36 pppn
Glamping Hideaway in the Hills
Llanbedr
Alternative Accommodation with 3 units, £375-£425 pupw sleeps 1-4
Mid Wales Coast Path
The Wales Coast Path runs for 870 miles and is the first path in the world to follow a country's coastline in it's entirety. Explore the Mid Wales section which goes from Cardigan in the South up to Harlech in the North.
Scenic Places
There is no denying that Mid Wales offers some of the most beautiful coastline in the UK, but do you know what else we have to offer just a stones throw from the water?
Scenic Places
UNESCO DYFI BIOSPHERE
The Dyfi Biosphere is part of a network of UNESCO 'Biosphere Reserves' throughout the world and one of only six in the UK.
Mid Wales Beaches
Mwnt Beach
Cardigan
Mwnt is a haven for wildlife, one of the best places in Ceredigion to spot dolphins and always popular for days out on the beach.
Barmouth Beach
Barmouth
Barmouth is southern Snowdonia’s most popular seaside resort. In summer, its big sandy beach is a magnet for visitors, yet there’s so much space along miles of unbroken sands that it never gets overcrowded.
Dyffryn (Llanendwyn) Beach
Barmouth
Dyffryn (Llanendwyn) is a long sandy beach backed by an extensive sand dune system between Shell Island and Dyffryn Ardudwy.
Harlech Beach
Harlech
A large, sandy and peaceful beach surrounded by dunes within the Snowdonia National Park.
Aberystwyth South Beach
Aberystwyth
Quieter than the town's North Beach, Aberystwyth's long South Beach is sandwiched between the town's castle and the harbour breakwater.
Poppit Sands Beach
Cardigan
Facing north, the beach is sheltered from the prevailing southwesterly winds and is popular for windsurfing, kayaking, surfing and wildlife watching.
Cwmtydu Beach
New Quay
Cwmtydu is a small cove that was once a harbour used as a traditional smugglers’ hideaway.
Aberporth - Dolwen & Dyffryn Beaches
Cardigan
Aberporth, a pretty coastal village, shelters two beautiful sandy beaches named Dolwen and Dyffryn. Low tide comes complete with little rock pools on the sandy beach where children gather for hours of entertainment.
Borth Beach
Borth
Borth's sandy beach is the longest in Ceredigion. With three miles of gently shelving golden sand this Blue Flag Beach is especially popular with families with younger children and sailboard enthusiasts.
Aberystwyth North Beach
Aberystwyth
Aberystwyth's North Beach and seafront is a focal point of the town and a favourite attraction for visitors and locals alike.
Aberystwyth - Tanybwlch Beach
Aberystwyth
The large sweep of the pebbled Tanybwlch beach is to the south of the harbour at Aberystwyth.
Tywyn Beach
Tywyn
The west facing beach at Tywyn is a long stretch of sand and pebbles backed by sand dunes.
Aberdyfi | Aberdovey Beach
Aberdovey
Aberdyfi Beach in Southern Snowdonia is a popular beach of perfect sand and the occasional sand dune extends for miles, from Aberdyfi all the way to Tywyn.
Fairbourne Beach
Fairbourne
Fairbourne Beach is a two mile stretch of sand backed by steep pebble banks and surrounded by the Snowdonia National Park.
Llandanwg Beach
Harlech
Llandanwg beach is just south of Harlech; the village is famous for its church which stands just a stone's throw from the sea.
Aberaeron South Beach
Aberaeron
Aberaeron South Beach is a rock and shingle beach just to the south of the town and harbour.
Llanrhystud Beach
Llanrhystud
The beach at Llanrhystud is a narrow shingle bank at high tide, but at low tide it becomes wide and sandy.
Llangrannog & Cilborth Beaches
Llangranog
Originally a hidden village above the old port, Llangrannog is now a popular beach and together with Cilborth immediately to the north, provides a favourite destination for families on days out, beach holidays and with surfers.
Ynyslas Beach
Borth
Ynyslas has three stunning miles of golden beach stretching from Borth in the south to the sand dunes in the north. It is a majestic spot for walking, picnics and windsurfing.
Tal-y-bont Beach/Bennar Beach
Talybont
Known locally as Benar Beach, Tal-y-Bont Beach is a sandy beach and good for surfing. The beach forms part of the large sand system of Morfa Dyffryn which are designated as an area of Special Scientific Interest.
Uniting communities through nature and culture, the UNESCO Dyfi Biosphere Reserve straddles towns and villages along the Dyfi Estuary, including the towns of Machynlleth and Aberdyfi in Southern Snowdonia.
With the Snowdonia Coast a stone’s throw away from Mid Wales, the Cambrian Coast Line is recognised as one of the world’s finest and links the many distinctive coastal villages and impressive beaches.
Visit the likes of Portmeirion, Barmouth and Cader Idris with ease. So, if you weren’t on-board already, what’s stopping you now?
Our historic town of Cardigan is the textbook starting point for a real Mid Wales adventure. Follow the Wales Coast Path north to Aberystwyth, Mid Wales largest town.
EXPLORE COASTAL TOWNS
WHERE'S GOOD TO VISIT?
Mid Wales Tours
Aberystwyth
The only licenced tour guiding company in the UK providing clients with fully guided tours on a motorcycle and sidecar.
Aberystwyth Arts Centre
Aberystwyth
Award winning Aberystwyth Arts Centre is Wales’ largest arts centre and recognised as a 'national flagship for the arts'. It has a wide-ranging programme across all art forms including drama, dance, music, visual arts film & new media.
Trenewydd Farm Holiday Cottages
Cardigan
Trenewydd Farm. 6 cottages onsite, foot golf, outdoor heated swimming pool, hot tubs and more - Trenewydd is the ideal place to unwind, relax, and escape from the stresses of everyday life.
Rheidol Visitor Centre and Power Station
Aberystwyth
The Rheidol hydropower plant is the largest of its kind in England and Wales. Guided tours of the power station are available by prior booking, visitor centre and interactive display.
Royal St David's Golf Club
Harlech
Nationally and Internationally renowned, Royal St David's Golf Course in Harlech is one of Wales' premier golf courses and a traditional championship links course of quality.
Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway
Tywyn
Historic narrow-gauge steam railway set in beautiful, unspoilt Snowdonia. Running from Tywyn to Abergynolwyn and Nant Gwernol, the line passes the delightful Dolgoch Falls and there are excellent forest walks at Nant Gwernol.
Portmeirion Village & Gardens
Minffordd
This unique village is set on its own private peninsula on the southern shores of Snowdonia. It was created by Welsh architect Clough Williams-Ellis to demonstrate how a naturally beautiful place could be developed without spoiling it.
Gwersyll yr Urdd Llangrannog
New Quay
Gwersyll yr Urdd, Llangrannog is a residential centre on the West Wales coast that was set up in 1932.
Aberystwyth University
Aberystwyth
Aberystwyth is a lively university town and a home-from-home to 9,000 students. With over 300 Undergraduate courses to choose from and a high level of flexibility to adapt your learning to meet your individual needs.
Silver Mountain Experience
Aberystwyth
The Silver Mountain Experience is a visitor attraction encompassing a historic Silver-Lead mine, exciting Escape Rooms and much more. With a Gift Shop, the onsite Miner's Rest Cafe and beautiful hillside views it is well worth the visit!
Cardigan Bay Watersports
New Quay
New Quay’s sheltered water is a natural home for water based activities and Cardigan Bay Watersports Centre provides high quality experiences and a good range of up to date equipment.
Cardigan Castle & Gardens
Cardigan
Cardigan Castle is one of the most important castles in Wales - the first stone castle built by a Welshman and the birthplace of the first eisteddfod in 1176.
Cadair Idris | Visitor Centre & Tea Room
Tywyn
Cadair Idris Visitor Centre & Tea Room is 250 metres from the car park. The Minffordd path to the Cadair Idris summit passes by them.
Welsh Hideaways
Aberystwyth
Escape to the Cambrian Mountains with a stay at Welsh Hideaways – dog-friendly, self-catering, holiday cottages in the heart of Mid-Wales.
Dyfi National Nature Reserve & Centre
Borth
The whole Reserve is made up of three parts: Cors Fochno, an internationally important peat bog; Dyfi Estuary, an internationally important feeding ground for thousands of wading birds and the beach and sand dunes of Ynyslas.
Cymru Stock
Aberystwyth
Cymru Print is a digital gallery for our Welsh Creative members, enabling them to showcase, engage and sell their photography, art and illustrations to a world wide audience. Give the gift of print this christmas.
Ceredigion Museum & Gallery
Aberystwyth
Ceredigion museum is a celebration of Welsh history and heritage, housed in a restored Edwardian theatre. It is host to lively events and temporary exhibitions throughout the year. Situated in the heart of Aberystwyth, near the promenade.
Aberystwyth Cliff Railway
Aberystwyth
The Aberystwyth Electric Cliff Railway is the longest in Britain and the only one in Wales. Its 778 feet undulating track and tilted carriages are the unique work of Victorian engineer G. Croyden Marks.
Parc Penrhos | Penrhos Park
Llanrhystud
Parc Penrhos is a family owned leisure & holiday complex with hotel & holiday park accommodation, restaurant & golf club with immaculate 18 hole course & 9 hole academy course situated between Aberystwyth & Aberaeron.
Harry's Bar & Bistro
Aberystwyth
Join us at Harry’s Bar & Bistro and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, occasional live music and delicious food. Come for a quiet drink in our bar or partying the weekend away.
