One of the most rural counties in Wales, overlooking Cardigan Bay, Ceredigion offers unspoilt countryside, uncrowded beaches.
Much of the coastline is designated as a ‘heritage coast’, and is one of Britain’s most diverse areas for marine wildlife. The coast is home to a resident pod of some 130 bottlenose dolphins as well as porpoises and grey seals. Eco-friendly boat trips to fully experience the coastline and its wildlife run frequently in the summer months from New Quay and Aberaeron. Hidden coves and sandy beaches allow an escape from the crowds.
Inland the countryside is a green vastness of hills and valleys dotted with small villages and market towns. There are several nature reserves, home to rare species of flora and fauna.
There are many walking trails across the county and for the more adventurous, there is an awesome 35 km mountain biking trail in Nant Bwlch yr Arian high in the Cambrian Mountains. And fterwards, treat yourself to an award wining honey ice cream from Aberaeron!
Must see and do
- Vale of Rheidol Railway, Aberystwyth
- Bwlch Nant yr Arian Visitor Centre, Ponterwyd
- Cilgerran Castle, Cardigan
- Rhiannon Welsh Gold Centre, Tregaron
- Llanerchaeron, near Aberaeron