Summer in Mid Wales
Mid Wales in summer is the coast at its best, the mountains at their most walkable, and the longest days for being outside. School holidays run from late July to early September, but June is often the driest month and September can be warmer than August.
Beaches and Coast
The Cardigan Bay coast stretches from Barmouth in the north to Cardigan in the south. In summer, the beaches have lifeguards, the rock pools are warm enough to paddle in, and New Quay runs boat trips to see bottlenose dolphins. Aberystwyth has a prom, a cliff railway and two beaches. Borth has three miles of sand that rarely feels full even in the school holidays.
What About the Countryside?
Summer is walking and cycling season. The mountains of the Brecon Beacons and Southern Snowdonia have the longest daylight for peak ascents. Mountain biking trails at Nant yr Arian and Coed y Brenin are at their best. The quiet lanes of Radnorshire and the Cambrian Mountains are made for road cycling.
Events and Festivals
The Royal Welsh Show at Builth Wells in late July is the biggest event in the Welsh agricultural calendar. Hay Festival of Literature runs in late May and early June. Aberystwyth hosts the MusicFest in August. Smaller events run across the region throughout summer, from food festivals to village fetes.
Booking Tips
Book self-catering cottages early for July and August, especially on the coast. Midweek arrivals are often easier to find than Saturday starts. Camping and touring sites have more last-minute availability. September is often excellent value and still warm.
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