Wales Coast Path
The Wales Coast Path and its coastline are the Lonely Planet’s top region to visit in 2012.
In Ceredigion the route of the Wales Coast Path was completed in good time for the grand opening on the 5th May, with new footpath creations having been made near Furnace, Borth and Cardigan.
In the Dyfi Valley these new links have resulted in a route that displays great variety of character - from the open expanses of the wetland at Cors Fochno NNR, through intimate forestry trails, to pastures and heaths with stunning views across the estuary.
We hope that this makes the journey inland to the first river crossing an enjoyable one that adds to the Wales Coast Path experience despite having to be some distance from the sea.
At Cardigan a new path creation now links to St Dogmaels. This 2 mile section is significant as it joins the Ceredigion Coast Path to the Pembrokeshire Coast Path.
On the Ceredigion Coast Path another new link, which runs through farmland north of Cardigan, has also been opened. This link connects Cardigan to Patch with only a minimal amount of road walking.
Path Improvements
Works to resurface the path and remove all steps between Clarach and Constitution Hill have now been completed.
The final stage of works between Aberporth and Tresaith re-routes the Ceredigion Coast Path immediately southwest of Tresaith to avoid the need for any steps.
The entire 3.2km (2 mile) section of path between these villages is now surfaced and provides an all weather pedestrian route along this popular section.
The first phase of these works was the Inclusive Access Cliff Top Trail at Aberporth which is a 1km long, high quality surfaced path built to wheelchair gradient standards.
‘Ceredigion Coast Path – from the Teifi to the Dyfi’
is available from TIC's or by mail order
price £12.50.
Ceredigion's Coast Path awaits you!
The Ceredigion Coast Path follows the spectacular and varied coastline of Cardigan Bay on the west coast of Wales. Stunning scenery, picturesque villages and a wealth of wildlife - including the highest numbers of dolphin sightings in the UK - make Ceredigion a perfect place for a weeks coastal walking. The 60 mile / 96km long trail is described here in sections that also offer a selection of short walks, while the walk downloads section details circular walks which extend inland. Discover the area’s rich history, from iron-age hill forts to medieval fish traps to 19th century harbours.
Ceredigion’s coastline is special.
Its diversity includes the dune system at Ynys-las, high cliffs, storm beaches, sandy bays and sea caves. Four sections are designated as Heritage Coast whilst two areas within Cardigan Bay are Marine Special Areas of Conservation because of their importance for wildlife.
Whether you are looking for a short walk from a seaside resort or a more challenging adventurous hike along remote rugged shorelines, the Ceredigion Coast Path has something to offer you.
Expand your walking options with the Cardi Bach, a local bus service that links settlements along the southern sections of the coast (plans are being made for the operation of the service in 2011) or by using the train in the north. Explore inland with a range of coastal circular walks. Stay in a wide variety of accommodation and benefit from the Walkers Welcome and Cab-a-Bag (luggage transfer) schemes.
If you enjoy walking, the Ceredigion Coast Path is an experience you will not want to miss.
The Ceredigion Coast Path has been developed by Ceredigion County Council with the support of the European Union (Objective 1), the Countryside Council for Wales and the Ramblers Association. Its development is now being continued as part of the Wales Coast Path with the support of the Welsh Government, the Countryside Council for Wales and the European Union.