T e stretch of Mid Wales coastline south of Snowdonia features mile upon mile of wide, sandy beaches. If you are lucky enough to own a holiday home in this part of the country, you can be assured of picturesque shorelines, varied wildlife, and a wealth of intriguing heritage sites.


Running down Cardigan Bay from Borth to the large town of Aberystwyth and the seaside resort of New Quay - you will f nd an area which enjoys an unhurried way of life, and which comes alive during the warmer months.


The seaside village of Borth is home to a beach with a diff erence. You can actually spot a submerged forest when the tide is low – oak, birch and pine stumps which have been preserved due to anaerobic conditions in the peat. The raised Cors Fochno peat mine is Wales’s only UNESCO Biosphere reserve, and makes up part of the Dyfi National Nature Reserve, and includes the sand dunes of Ynyslas, off ering a variety of walking routes.


Aberystwyth is a popular seaside resort and vibrant university town, off ering all the amenities you would expect for a population which can tip over 20,000 during term time. Sitting on the confl uence between the Rheidol andYstwythrivers, Aberystwyth is dominated by its long pier and seafront, which can make for a satisfying stroll at any time of year,


off ering views across Cardigan Bay. Another way to soak up the splendour of the area is to hop on the Aberystwyth Cliff Railway or Rheidol Valley Railway. Mountain biking and a host of other outdoor activities awaits in the nearby Bwlch Nant yr Arian Forest. Sites of historical interest include Aberystwyth Castle and the Ceredigion Museum while if you are a reader, note that the National Library of Wales is located in the town.


Further south, New Quay is one of the most relaxed spots along the Cardigan Bay coast. Characterised by its picture postcard harbour, the town has a marine wildlife centre, which can guide you in spotting the fascinating creatures which inhabit Cardigan Bay, including bottlenose dolphins and Atlantic grey seals.


Our top 5 things to do in the area: 1


Visit the RNLI lifeboat station


Aberystwyth’s RNLI lifeboat station goes back to 1961 and was the fi rst to have an inshore life boat. Arrange a tour via the website. Tel: 01970 612478


www.aberystwythlifeboat.org.uk 3 Go dolphin spot ing


One and two hour cruise which off ers the opportunity to get up close to these fascinating creatures, as well as bird colonies. Tel: 01545 560800


© newquayboattrips.co.uk www.newquayboat rips.co.uk 5


Water sports in Cardigan Bay


There are many water sports to try along Cardigan Ba y, from sailing to kayaking and wind surfi ng. Tel: 01545 561 257


© Crown Copyright 2020 www.cardiganbaywatersports.org.uk 97 2


Explore the National Library of Wales


Go ‘shelf surfi ng’ at the biggest library in Wales, or attend one of many exhibitions and events. Tel: 01970 632 800


© Crown Copyright www.library.wales 4


Visit Bwlch Nant Yr Arian Forest


From mountain biking to Red Kite feeding this forest, with its informative visitor centre, off ers a fun family day out. Tel: 0300 065 5470


www.naturalresources.wales/bwlchnantyrarian


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