At the heart of Cardigan Bay Aberystwyth or Aber as it is often affectionately known is proud of its reputation as an unspoilt seaside town which is also the setting for a vibrant, university culture and the home of the National Library of Wales. Aber’s reputation as a friendly, academic community has spread far beyond Wales, but you don’t have to be a student to enjoy the beautiful rural surroundings, the recreational opportunities and the lively bars, café’s and restaurants that make Aberystwyth and its surroundings attractive at any time of year. Aberystwyth’s arc of promenade stretches from the electric cliff railway at the northern tip to the ruined castle ( 12c in origin ) at the southern. The seafront, the camera obscura and the original university buildings are all reminders of past Victorian splendours . In the streets behind the sea facing guesthouses and hotels, shopping opportunities abound ranging from high street standard to Welsh crafts and specialist “deli’s”. Approaching from the south, the coast road sweeps through Aberaeron with its picturesque harbour and melange of pastel painted Georgian houses – stop, if you can, for honey ice-cream at The Hive on the Quay . The journey can sometimes be slow but with scenery that visitors have favourably compared with Australia’s Great Ocean Road why hurry - better to pause and watch for dolphins and seals. Early in the New Year it is worth making a detour north to nearby Borth beach where the winter tides scour the sand away exposing one of Europe’s few petrified forests, hidden from view for the rest of the year. Historically many people in Wales have held a belief that Aberystwyth could have been chosen as the nation’s capital and with its diverse natural features and local attractions this belief is easy to understand.
Attraction
Bwlch Nant yr Arian Visitor Centre
Ceredigion Museum
Great Aberystwyth Camera
Llywernog Silver & Lead Mines
National Library of Wales
Resort Beach
Rheidol Power Station
Vale of Rheidol Railway
Camping
Brynowen Holiday Park
Pengarreg Caravan & Camping Park
Tyllwyd Campsite
Caravan Park
Aeron View Caravan Site
Brynowen Holiday Park
Clarach Bay Holiday Park
Erwbarfe Farm Caravan Park
Glan Y Mor Leisure Park
Ocean View Caravan Park
Pengarreg Caravan & Camping Park
Classes
Cottage
The Hay SuiteDentist
Dental Practice
Dental Surgery
Ystwyth Dental Practice
Doctor
Church Surgery
Llanilar Health Centre
Padarn Surgery
Ystwyth Medical Group
Estate Agent
Aled Ellis & Co Ltd
Shearer & Morris
Farmers Market
Golf Club
Holiday Park
Aberystwyth Holiday Village
Bryn-y-gors Holiday Park
Brynowen Holiday Park
Clarach Bay Holiday Park
Midfield Holiday & Residential Park
Morfa Bychan Holiday Park
Ocean View Caravan Park
Market
Aberystwyth Farmers MarketAberystwyth Market
Performing Arts
Aberystwyth Arts Centre
Philomusica of Aberystwyth
Pub and Bar
Angel Inn
Coopers Arms
Druid Inn
Harry's
Mill Inn
Tollgate Inn
Restaurant
Conrah Country House Hotel
Druid Inn
Harry's
Tollgate Inn
School
Penglais School
St Padarn’s RC Primary School
Self-Catering
Crosswood Park
North Road serviced Apartments
Solicitor
Taxi
A1 Taxis
Aber Cars
Acticab
Bobs
Cambrian Cabs
Castle Cabs
Club Class Connect
Damons Taxis
Dominos Taxis
Eddies
Gethin's Taxis
H Cabs
Jimmys Taxis
Padarn Cars
Sevens Taxis
Swan
The Happy Taxi
TL Taxis
Theatre
Venue
Vet
Sports Clubs
Aberystwyth CC (Cricket)
Aberystwyth Panthers (WISP) (Martial Arts)
Clwb Rhwyfo Aberystwyth Rowing Club (Rowing)
Talybont CC (Cricket)
U.C.W.Aberystwyth Judo Club (Martial Arts)
Shops
Columbine
Galloway Booksellers Ltd
Expressions Florists
Kraxi Ltd
Boots
Blodau'r Bedol
Rob Rattray Butchers
Dorothy Perkins
Gareth James Pharmacy Ltd
Clive Williams
Blodau'r Bedol
Clive Continental Menswear
Morgans of Aberystwyth
Queenie Wahini
Maeth Y Meysydd
Mentro Lluest
Nantclyd Farm Produce
Treehouse (The)
H Samuel
Blodaur Bedol
Edinburgh Woollen Mill
Julian Graves
Antiques
Activities
Mid Wales Paragliding Centre(Airsports)
Places to Stay near Aberystwyth
North Road serviced Apartments (0.09 miles)
A LUXURY SECOND FLOOR APARTMENT OVERLOOKING THE TOWN AND SEA JUST A SHORT WALK FROM THE TOWN CENTRE. A FULLY EQUIPED KITCHEN. TWO BEDROOMS. TWO BATHROOMS DINING/LOUNGE AREALEADING TO A ... More
Harry's Restaurant Hotel (0.15 miles)
A residence with a sense of elegance, Harry’s is conveniently located in the heart of Aberystwyth near the waterfront, train station and shopping centre; an ideal choice for any visit. With a ... More
Four Seasons Hotel (0.23 miles)
Belle Vue Royal Hotel (0.30 miles)
Boasting stunning views over Cardigan Bay, this 3-star hotel is situated on Aberyswyth's Victorian promenade, just a short walk from the town centre, train station and coastal path. Both the restaurant and ... More
Richmond Hotel (0.31 miles)
The Richmond Hotel, set on the main Georgian promenade at the heart of the historic town of Aberystwyth. The Richmond Hotel has been a family run hotel for over 30 years. ... More
Belgrave House (0.34 miles)
Overlooking the seafront from the promenade, this 4-star guest house has easy access to the shops and is a short walk from the railway station. Open for over 12 months, the hotel ... More
Queensbridge Hotel (0.48 miles)
Small family run hotel situated on the seafront at the north end of the Promenade. Our reputation for comfort and good service remains steadfast. We have received an AA Triple Q Quality award, an RAC ... More | visit website
Conrah Country House Hotel (3.24 miles)
Llety Ceiro Country Guest House (3.71 miles)
Dovey Inn (8.98 miles)
Dovey Inn is the social hub of the picturesque town of Aberdyfi, set in the heart of the town on the Dovey Estuary at the top of the spectacular Cardigan ... More
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