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Beaches in Mid Wales | Cardigan Bay and the Ceredigion Coast

Beaches Along the Mid Wales Coast

The Mid Wales coastline runs along Cardigan Bay, from Barmouth in the north to Cardigan in the south. In between, there are long sandy beaches backed by dunes, quiet coves beneath the coast path, and seaside towns where the beach is the main attraction.

Best Beaches for Families

Barmouth has a long sandy beach with easy access from the town, lifeguards in summer and the famous railway bridge at one end. Aberdovey has a sheltered beach on the Dyfi estuary, good for younger children. Borth stretches for three miles, with a prehistoric submerged forest visible at low tide that fascinates children and adults alike. Tywyn has a wide sandy beach that rarely feels crowded.

Quiet Beaches and Hidden Coves

Penbryn, south of New Quay, is reached by a steep path through woods. It stays quiet even in high summer. Mwnt, near Cardigan, is a small sandy bay beneath a tiny church on the clifftop, one of the most photographed beaches in Wales. Llangrannog has a village beach backed by cliffs and a second beach, Cilborth, reached by the coast path.

Can I Take My Dog to the Beach?

Many Mid Wales beaches allow dogs year-round or have seasonal restrictions only during the main summer months. Borth, Tywyn and most of the smaller coves along the Ceredigion coast are dog friendly. Check local signs for specific restrictions May to September.

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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
Dolphin Bay Holiday Cottages

Address

Blaencelyn, Nr Llangrannog, Ceredigion, SA44 6DG

Telephone
01239 654613

dolphinbay.co.uk@gmail.com

Nr Llangrannog

Luxurious, Characterful holiday accommodation sleeping between 2 and 6 people, situated just 2 miles from the stunning Cardigan Bay Coastline.

Price
Price £400.00 to £1,195.00 per unit per week
Woodlands Devil's Bridge | Camping & Touring

Address

Devil's Bridge, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3JW

Telephone
01970 890233

enquiries@woodlandsdevilsbridge.co.uk

Aberystwyth

The Woodlands is a well established, family run caravan park set amidst some of the most beautiful scenery Mid Wales has to offer. It is situated in Devils Bridge, a small village nestling at the top of the Rheidol Valley.

Price
Price £13.00 to £31.00 per touring pitch per night normally for one car and 2 people
Portmeirion Village & Gardens | Weddings & Occasions

Address

Portmeirion Village & Gardens, Portmeirion, Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd, LL48 6ER

Telephone
01766 772337

weddings@portmeirion.wales

Penrhyndeudraeth

Situated on its own peninsula in Southern Snowdonia, Portmeirion is a sight to behold, with vistas in every direction and pathways to explore and be amazed by. Sit & soak up the atmosphere or wander aimlessly around the village and gardens.
Hidden Valley Holiday Home Park

Address

Maesmawr, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 9DB

Telephone
01938 850300

info@hvcp.co.uk

Welshpool

Hidden Valley Mid Wales, an award winning holiday home site, offering static caravans, lodges and chalets, near Welshpool in the heart of Mid Wales.
Set in a peaceful wooded valley it overlooks its own private trout lake, which provides you with the…
Trenewydd Farm Holiday Cottages

Address

Moylegrove, Cardigan, Pembrokeshire, SA43 3BJ

Telephone
01239 611971

hello@trenewydd.com

Cardigan

A lovely little complex of six dog friendly self-catering cottages and a shepherd's hut situated on the Pembrokeshire coast, with hot tubs and swimming pool. Conveniently located just outside St Dogmaels and Cardigan in the breathtaking landscapes…

Price
Price £140.00 to £280.00 per unit per night
Portmeirion Village | Cottages

Address

Portmeirion Village, Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd, LL48 6ET

Telephone
01766 770000

info@portmeirion-village.com

Penrhyndeudraeth

Portmeirion has thirteen self-catering cottages sleeping from three to eight people. The cottages are let on a weekly basis or three nights at the weekend (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) and four nights during the week.

Price
Price £727.00 to £1,945.00 per unit per week
Beyond Breakout

Address

Clydfannau, Dolwen, Llanidloes, Powys, SY18 6LH

Telephone
01686 449172

info@beyondbreakout.co.uk

Dolwen, Llanidloes

Breakout rooms are real life games where you and a group of friends or colleagues have an hour to solve puzzles, find the clues to complete your quest in our fully themed games
Llechwedd Mawr

Address

Talybont, Talybont, Ceredigion, SY24 5HL

Telephone
01970 832735

evancarol@btinternet.com

Talybont

A splendid isolation personified.There are no neighbours.There is no Tarmac road to it (you have to drive on a well-surfaced gravel track and cross a ford to get there: a 4×4 or vehicle with good ground clearance is recommended

Price
Price £500.00 to £930.00 per unit per week
Brynarth Country Cottages

Address

Brynarth, Lledrod, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 4HX

Telephone
01974 261367

bookings@brynarth.co.uk

Aberystwyth

Brynarth Country Cottages offer self-catering accommodation near Aberystwyth, Mid Wales, nestled within the foothills of the Cambrian Mountains and only 25 mins drive from the coast. Situated in a beautiful welsh valley with 8 acres of active…

Price
Price £90.00 to £200.00 per unit per night
Let's Glamp Retro

Address

Ty Newydd, Ffostrasol, Llandysul, Ceredigion, SA44 4TH

Telephone
01239 851169

mark@letsglampretro.com

Llandysul

Let’s Glamp Retro is a small, family-run glamping site near Llandysul, Ceredigion, in Mid Wales. There are three spacious retro-themed LodgePods, each with its own private wood-fired hot tub and countryside views. Inside you will find comfy beds, a…

Price
Price £35.00 per unit per night to £44.00 per person per night
Barn View Cottages | Oak Cottage

Address

The Old Farm House, Drainbyrion, Old Hall, Llanidloes, Powys, SY18 6PW

Telephone
01686 413527

fjhough@hotmail.com

Old Hall, Llanidloes

Located near the small town of Llanidloes in Powys, Oak Cottage is a converted barn set within the grounds of a former grinding mill. This adult-only property offers a quiet, comfortable base for couples looking to take a break from the usual…
Aberystwyth Cliff Railway | Business Events

Address

Cliff Terrace, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 2DN

Telephone
01970 617642

manager@aberystwythcliffrailway.co.uk

Aberystwyth

With great rates, on site meals and refreshments, and easily the best location in Aberystwyth, holding a business meeting, seminar or conference, Y Consti at Constitution Hill is a great option.
Valley View Holiday Park

Address

Llanfyllin Road, Pentrebeirdd, Guilsfield, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 9DL

Telephone
01938 500265

valleyview@thornleyleisure.co.uk

Guilsfield, Welshpool

Valley View Holiday Park is set in over 30 acres with magnificent valley and country views and on park facilities, including a fishing lake and an indoor heated swimming pool, Valley View Holiday Park offers something for all.
National Library of Wales | Conferences

Address

National Library of Wales, Rhiw Penglais, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3BU

Telephone
01970 632801

visitor-services@llgc.org.uk

Aberystwyth

The National Library of Wales is one of the world's great libraries. It is a legal deposit library, and holds the world's largest collection of works about Wales and other Celtic nations.The glorious building offers a spectacular backdrop to for…
The Metropole Hotel | Meetings & Conferences

Address

The Metropole Hotel, Temple Street, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5DY

Telephone
01597 828590

adele@metropole.co.uk

Llandrindod Wells

Managing Director Justin Baird-Murray, his Management Team and staff are all dedicated to providing you with a professional service in a relaxing and welcoming manner. Your comfort and enjoyment are our first priority.
Hotel Portmeirion

Address

Portmeirion Village, Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd, LL48 6ET

Telephone
01766 770000

stay@portmeirion.wales

Penrhyndeudraeth

The historic Hotel Portmeirion was originally built in 1850 and developed by Clough Williams-Ellis in 1925. It offers 14 rooms and suites in the beautiful surroundings of Portmeirion Italiante Village.

Price
Price £54.50 per person per night to £290.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast
Dragon Inn, Crickhowell

Address

High Street, Crickhowell, Powys, NP8 1BE

Telephone
01873 810362

enquiry@dragoninncrickhowell.com

Crickhowell

The Dragon is a quiet and relaxed Inn in the heart of Crickhowell in the Brecon Beacons National Park. It is a perfect base for exploring the countryside and is very popular with walkers, golfers, birdwatchers.

Price
Price £32.50 per person per night to £130.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast
Gregynog Hall | Courtyard Cafe

Address

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

Telephone
01686 650224

enquiries@gregynog.org

Nr Newtown

The Courtyard cafe, situated in the historic Gregynog Hall courtyard, is a beautiful location for a relaxing lunch with indoor and outdoor seating.
The Animalarium

Address

Ynys Fergi, Borth, Ceredigion, SY24 5NA

Telephone
07957775581

tracytweedy@hotmail.com

Borth

The Animalarium is a hands-on animal attraction in Borth, Ceredigion, with a small selection of domestic and farm animals you can pet and feed. There are outdoor play areas, daily animal handling sessions, and a cafe open every day. Dogs are welcome…