Holiday rentals and lettings in Cardigan Bay

Wales is known for its rugged natural landscapes and sandy beaches. Patch Beach, near Gwbert, has dramatic currents perfect for extreme sports fans. Wildlife enthusiasts can observe basking sharks, orcas, and minke whales. Penbryn Beach is famous for stargazing. It was also a backdrop for a James Bond movie, and historically used by smugglers. The sunken petrified forest, at the gorgeous Borth Beach, is a hidden wonder that can be seen at low tide. And Ynyslas Beach boasts 3 miles of golden sand. Perfect for kite surfing and sandcastle building.

Have you ever wondered how honey is made? Take a weekend course with Sam Cooper at his Afon Mêl Honey Farm and Meadery in Quay. He’ll introduce the entire bee-keeping process and get you involved with a hands-on workshop experience. Try the favoured brew of the Vikings at his onsite Meadery. Cardigan Island Coastal Farm Park has been family operated since 1884 and features a dynamic working farm with spectacular views of Cardigan Island. The coastal cliffs allow observation of grey seals, peregrine falcons, whales, and bottle-nosed dolphins are among the wildlife that frequent the area.

Scale Mount Pumlumon and enjoy uninterrupted panoramic views of the Cambrian range from the highest point in Ceredigion. Keep watch for rare red kites, warblers, red deer and more from this lofty height. Devil's Bridge Falls Nature Trail is a must for avid hikers and nature lovers alike. The trail takes you through the ancient Sessile oak forest to the gorge displaying the five-tiered waterfall and three stacked bridges. Keep your camera handy for these unparalleled photo-ops. At the bottom of the trail, over the humped bridge, lies the Robbers Cave. After hiking the trails, get refreshed at Hafod Bar & Brasserie for delicious vittles and brews.

Aberystwyth Arts Centre is known for its artistic productions including dance, film, community arts and much more. Discover the three unique show caves in the Cardigan Bay area. Dan-yr-Ogof features fabulous rock and crystal formations like heavenly “angel”, alabaster pillar, and “Rasher of Bacon” which were discovered over a hundred years ago. Cathedral Cave is famed for its huge caverns and a forty-foot waterfall in the Dome of St. Paul. Bone Cave seems to be a burial site of the cave-dwellers because it houses hundreds of human skeletons. There are also hundreds of life-size model dinosaurs above ground to enjoy with the family.

There are so many castles to see. Cardigan Castle houses 900 years of historical artefacts, and rare blooming plants in its gardens. The Georgian Mansion is the birthplace of the Eisteddfod, one of the greatest cultural events in Wales. The Cilgerran Castle of 1223, offers an adrenaline-pumping wall-walk for adventurers to have a close encounter with its towers.

There is so much to see and do along the Teifi River. Cardigan Guildhall Market is a great place to start. This Ruskinian Gothic-style civic building, built in 1858, incorporates the pride of the region. It was the first of its kind and still amazes today. Art galleries, shops, and much more fill the basement arches for you to explore.

Mantle Brewery specialises in producing small batch Welsh Real Ales in the lovely city of Cardigan. Stop by the family operated microbrewery in Pentwood Industrial Estate for a private tour and tasting experience. Then stock up on your favourites to enjoy later.

After strolling around the Market in Cardigan city, have dinner at The Copper Pot for local fare like steak, fish, cheesecake, and delicious beers. Crwst Café specialises in organic artisanal bread, pastries, and brunch. Pizzatipi is housed in a tipi, offering wood fired pizzas, full bar, and awesome music for an evening on the town.

Stop by the Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre to enjoy the wild marine life in the bay. Volunteers will help you spot dolphins, seals, and other exciting seafaring mammals. Boat rides are available for close encounters as well as many educational events.