Aberporth - Traeth-y-Dyffryn Beach

Aberporth, Ceredigion

The picturesque village resort of Aberporth overlooks two sandy beaches and is one of Ceredigion's favourite holiday destinations. Rock pools are exposed at low tides and the cliff top walks along the Ceredigion Coast offer amazing views.

Beach Type

Sand

Facilities

Toilets
Including disabled facilities
Showers
First aid post
Cafe/restaurant and a slipway

Activities

Swimming
Surfing
Sailing
Windsurfing and fishing
A safe swimming zone will be introduced for the 2004 season

Nature and Wildlife

Aberporth lies on the Ceredigion Heritage Coast and within the Ceredigion Marine Heritage Coast and Cardigan Bay Special Area of Conservation - recognised for its varied wildlife. There are rock pools on the beach to explore at low tide and the cliff top

Parking

There is parking available for 50 cars. including disabled spaces. There is a charge for using the car park.

Water Quality

Not Tested

Lifeguard

No

Cleaning and Litter

The beach is cleaned daily between Easter and the end of September and weekly during the rest of the year by Ceredigion County Council. Litter and dog bins are provided and dogs are restricted to a section of the beach from 1st May to 30th September.

Location

Nearest town: Aberporth
County: Ceredigion
Latitude/Longitude: 52.1357, -4.54418
Postcode: SA43 2EY
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)

Explore more of the area around Aberporth Community, Ceredigion at Explore Britain.

Access

Turn right off the A487 at Blaenannerch (north of Cardigan) for Aberporth. Access to the beach is via a pathway suitable for disabled beach users.

Public Transport

550/551 bus service between Cardigan and Aberystwyth stops near the beach.

Tourist Information

Cardigan Tourist Information Centre. Theatr Mwldan. Cardigan. SA43 2JY. Tel : 01239 613230. Email: cardigantic@ceredigion.gov.uk. For more information visit the Council website: www.ceredigion.gov.uk

Accomodation Links

Hotels and Guest Houses in Aberporth

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