BEACHES:
Less than a mile away is Poppit sands, a vast expanse of sand where even on the hottest day, it never feels crowded. This gently-shelving beach with it’s small waves and beautiful sand-dunes is perfect for small children and has life-guards on duty. Dog walkers are also catered for with a large part of the beach designated specially for them. Adventurers and those craving privacy can scramble round the rocks from Poppit to Pen-y-bryn with its picturesque boat house and pier. Sand-yachting enthusiasts, kite-flyers and riders can often be seen.
Another favourite is picture-perfect Mwnt. Approached down a steep narrow lane; Mwnt is a small cove with cliffs forming a back-drop to the beach which is reached via a flight of steps. At the top of the cliffs, there is a tiny white-washed church dating from the 6th century, often surrounded by grazing sheep.
These just give you a taster – there are so many idyllic beaches to visit that you will be spoilt for choice!
PUBS, RESTAURANTS, ETC..:
The Ferry Inn in St. Dogmaels is a five minute walk from the cottage. It has spectacular views over the Teifi River and is popular for its Sunday lunches. The Webley Inn just before Poppit Sands has great views over the rills and dykes as the estuary reaches the sea. Other recommended pubs are the Black Lion in Cardigan, a good choice for light lunch snacks. In Cardigan, the XXX is an Indian restaurant on a boat which has sweeping views up the river towards St. Dogmaels. The Shed at Porthgain is a fish-restaurant which has won rave reviews across the UK and is one of the best fish-restaurants in Wales.
Theatr Mwldan in Cardigan is a thriving arts-centre, a cinema, an art-gallery, tourist information and a cafe. There is another excellent art-gallery in Cardigan. During the summer, there are open-air Shakespeare productions in St. Dogmaels abbey. Other highlights are a Food and Wine festival, Barley Saturday, St. Dog’s medieval day, Cilgerran Castle and Henllys Iron Age Fort.
SPORTS/ACTIVITIES:
Boat trips are available for dolphin and porpoise watching in Cardigan Bay. Riders are well catered for with options for riding on beaches, in the mountains or in the countryside. Short-term licenses can be bought from the post office for those interested in fishing on the Teifi for salmon, trout, or the local fish knows as sewin. There are also trips for those who want to go out sea-fishing. There are ample opportunities for cycling. A fantastic trip is along the old railway line from Cardian, through the Wildlife Park, alongside the Teifi River to the nearby village of Cilgerran with its celebrated castle and pubs. A local company organises canoeing trips along the Teifi River. For those looking for a real adrenaline rush, a local company organises coastering trips where in effect participants throw themselves off cliffs into the sea! Other activities include learning to surf. Kayaking trips are also arranged along the Teifi from Cardigan Wildlife Centre.
Other Activities:
Boat trips for dolphin-watching
