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Things to Do in Aberystwyth | Activities, Beaches and Culture

What Is There to Do in Aberystwyth?

More than you might expect for a town of 15,000 people. Aberystwyth has two beaches, a Victorian promenade, a cliff railway to the top of Constitution Hill, a ruined castle on the headland, and the National Library of Wales. It is a university town, which gives it a cultural life that punches well above its weight.

Along the Seafront

The promenade runs the length of the North Beach, from the castle ruins at the south end to Constitution Hill at the north. The cliff railway, the longest electric cliff railway in Britain, takes you to the top where there are views along the coast to the Llyn Peninsula on clear days. At the base, the old pier building sits between the two beaches.

Culture and Arts

Aberystwyth Arts Centre, part of the university campus on Penglais Hill, has a cinema, theatre, galleries and a cafe with views across the bay. The National Library of Wales holds free exhibitions and is one of only six legal deposit libraries in the UK. The Ceredigion Museum in the town centre, housed in the old Coliseum theatre, covers local history from the Iron Age onwards.

Walks from Town

The Ceredigion Coast Path runs through Aberystwyth in both directions. Walk north to Clarach Bay and on to Borth, or south towards Aberaeron on a cliff path with views down to rocky coves. Inland, the Vale of Rheidol leads to Devils Bridge, reachable on foot, by car, or on the Vale of Rheidol steam railway.

Nearby Days Out

Nant yr Arian forest, 20 minutes east, has walking trails, mountain biking and daily red kite feeding. Borth is ten minutes north with a long sandy beach and the Borth Animalarium. The Rheidol hydroelectric power station at Cwm Rheidol offers free tours in summer.

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Gregynog | Weddings

Address

Gregynog Hall & Gardens, Tregynon, Nr Newtown, Powys, SY16 3PL

Telephone
01686 650024

enquiries@gregynog.org

Nr Newtown

Gregynog's weddings are as unique as you are - whatever your dream day we can help turn it into a reality.
Penygelli Apartments (Mid Wales)

Address

Pen-y-gelli, Wern-ddu Lane, Newtown, Powys, SY16 3DN

Telephone
01686 951497

bookings@penygelli.co.uk

Newtown

Penygelli's two dog-friendly studio apartments in Newtown, Mid Wales, are perfect for business trips, romantic getaways or small groups of friends. Each apartment has a kitchenette, Wi-Fi, and Sky TV. Mid Wales offers a relaxed escape where you can…

Price
Price £70.00 to £80.00 per unit per night
Penrhos Park | Holiday Home Park

Address

Penrhos Park, Llanrhystud, nr Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 5AY

Telephone
01974 202999

info@penrhospark.com

nr Aberystwyth

Holiday Park and Hotel set in 150 acres of lush green countryside between the valleys of mid Wales and the outstanding coastline of Cardigan Bay. As a family run holiday destination for over 50 years, we truly understand the importance of relaxation…
Craig Y Nos Castle | Group Accommodation

Address

Brecon Road, Craig-y-nos, Penycae, Swansea, SA9 1GL

Telephone
01639 731167

info@craigynoscastle.com

Penycae

Serviced accommodation Craig-y-Nos Castle stands in the Brecon Beacons National Park in the Upper Swansea Valley in South Wales.

Price
Price £150.00 to £250.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast
The Rodd - Gallery House and Grounds | Sidney Nolan Trust

Address

The Rodd, Presteigne, Powys, LD8 2LL

Telephone
01544 260149

info@sidneynolantrust.org

Presteigne

Rural arts centre near Presteigne set in the beautiful landscape of the Welsh borders, dog friendly. Visit atmospheric Jacobean Manor House Rodd Court, see contemporary art exhibitions, explore nature walks through the gardens and into the wider…

Price
Price £5.65 per concession to £6.30 per adult
Dyfi Distillery

Address

Dyfi Distillery, Unit 5 Corris Craft Centre, Corris, Gwynedd, SY20 9RF

Telephone
01654 761551

danny@dyfidistillery.com

Corris

The award-winning Dyfi Distillery is run by brothers Pete and Danny Cameron who established the first commercial gin distillery in Mid Wales in 2016. The Icons of Gin awards named this the second best craft distillery in the world in 2023
Brecon Beacons Resort

Address

Dan-yr-Ogof National Showcaves Centre for Wales, Abercrave, Powys, SA9 1GJ

Telephone
01639 730284

info@showcaves.co.uk

Abercrave

A holiday at Brecon Beacons Resort offers traditional stone and slate cottage style apartments in a truly breathtaking mountain setting in the heart of the Brecon Beacons National Park.

Price
Price £850.00 per unit per week
Aberystwyth University | Fferm Penglais

Address

Conference Office, Penbryn, Penglais, Aberystwyth, SY23 3BY

Telephone
01970 621960

conferences@aber.ac.uk

Penglais

Fferm Penglais offers you the very latest in modern self catering flats with 6 or 8 ensuite rooms, purpose-built campus accommodation.

Price
Price £1,008.00 to £1,344.00 per person per night
Royal Oak Hotel Weddings

Address

Royal Oak Hotel, The Cross, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 7DG

Telephone
01938 552217

relax@royaloakhotel.info

Welshpool

The Royal Oak is ideally located centrally within Wales, close to transport networks.
Llanfair Station Tearoom

Address

Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway, The Station, Llanfair Caereinion, Powys, SY21 0SF

Telephone
01938 810441

info@wllr.org.uk

Llanfair Caereinion

A narrow gauge train trip in up the steepest gradients in Britain. Steam locos and coaches from around the world. Shops and picnic areas at both termini.
Andrew Logan Museum of Sculpture

Address

Aqueduct Road, Berriew, Powys, SY21 8PJ

Telephone
01686 640689

almos@andrewloganmuseum.org

Berriew

“The nicest and friendliest Museum in the UK” - visitor
ALMoS is a wonderland, a fantastical jewelled treasure trove in Mid Wales and houses a glittering selection of artist sculptor Andrew Logan’s signature works.
Llanerchaeron | Weddings

Address

Llanerchaeron, Aberaeron, Ceredigion, SA48 8DG

Telephone
01545 573024

Llanerchaeron@nationaltrust.uk

Aberaeron

An elegant Georgian villa, set in the wooded Aeron valley. Remarkably unaltered for over 200 years, this self-sufficient estate includes a farm, walled gardens and lake.
Penbontbren Y Ffermdy Holiday Cottage

Address

Ponbontbren, Glynarthen, Llandysul, Ceredigion, SA44 6PE

Telephone
01239 810248

contact@penbontbren.com

Llandysul

The holiday cottage at Penbontbren was once the original farmhouse for the farm and is located less than 3 miles to Penbryn and Tresaith beaches (safe and sandy), with many other beaches within 10 minutes drive.

Price
Price £875.00 to £1,575.00 per unit per week
Silver Sherpa

Address

Powys & Shropshire border, SY21 9PL

Telephone
01938552277

silversherpa.uk@gmail.com

Silver Sherpa offers an exceptional travel experience for visitors exploring the stunning landscapes of Mid Wales and Shropshire. We specialise in daily luggage transfer services for walkers on Offa's Dyke Path, covering the central section between…
Hafan Yr Afon Visitor & Community Centre

Address

Hafan yr Afon, Back Lane Car Park, Newtown, Powys, SY16 2NH

Telephone
01686 880777

bookings@opennewtown.org.uk

Newtown

This new visitor and community centre is centrally located on the banks of the River Severn alongside Back Lane car park, and forms an attractive gateway to Newtown’s green and blue spaces.
Penrhos Park Hotel

Address

Llanrhystud, nr Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 5AY

Telephone
01974 202999

info@penrhospark.com

nr Aberystwyth

Simplicity, privacy and convenience. Hideaway in one of our hotel rooms and let the world pass you by. Our hotel suites offer the privacy and practicality of a hotel room with a self-catering option.
Penrhos Park Hotel is set in 150 acres.…

Price
Price £49.00 to £160.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast
By the Wye | Glamping

Address

Hay-on-Wye, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR3 5RS

Telephone
01497 828166

hello@bythewye.uk

Hereford

Riverside glamping in Hay-on-Wye, Powys, with luxury safari tents set amongst ancient woodland beside the River Wye. Ideal for couples, families and nature lovers seeking a peaceful escape. Optional wellness experiences and outdoor activities can be…
Glandyfi Castle | Weddings

Address

Glandyfi Castle, Glandyfi, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8SS

Telephone
07498 668367

enquiries@glandyficastle.co.uk

Machynlleth

Historic castle wedding venue near Machynlleth, Mid Wales, overlooking the Dyfi estuary. Host up to 50 guests within the castle, with the option of larger marquee celebrations in the grounds. Licensed indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces, and 2-night…
Townhouse

Address

1 Rheidol Terrace, Aberystwyth, SY23 1JU

Telephone
01970 612 799

blue.grass@lineone.net

Aberystwyth

The Townhouse is a large Victorian house with enclosed courtyard garden, and is situated next to the Marina and just around the corner to South Beach. Free on street parking.

Price
Price £1,350.00 to £2,250.00 per unit per week
Tyddyn Rhys Farm

Address

Aberdovey, Gwynedd, LL35 0PG

Telephone
01654 767769

tyddynrhys@googlemail.com

Gwynedd

Tyddyn Rhys commands a privileged position half a mile above the village of Aberdovey with a panoramic view overlooking the Dovey Estuary and Cardigan Bay. The Welsh speaking family offer a warm Welsh welcome amidst some of Wales' most beau

Price
Price £85.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast