Aberporth beach is the main attraction of Aberporth, and it pulls in visitors from around the world who are looking for a beautiful but slightly quieter coastal holiday. Aberporth beach is made up of two beaches – Dyffryn Beach (Big Beach) and Dolwen Beach (Little Beach), they are separated by a small headland that hosts the beach car parks, toilets and shower block. During high tide they are separate beaches but at mid to low tide the beaches connect to form one large glorious shoreline. Both beaches in Aberporth offer soft golden sand and each feature their own rivers – Howni & Gilwen. Estyn Y Mor is situated just up the slipway from Dyffryn beach and just to the side of the river Howni.
Aberporth beach is in a very sheltered cove and offers one of the safest bathing areas in Cardigan Bay. It’s really popular with swimmers and surfers all year around, and during spring and summer it’s popular for all water sports – Paddle boarding, rowing, kayaking, windsurfing, water skiing, snorkelling, rock jumping, fishing and more. During the summer months the beach is patrolled by the RNLI Lifeguards, they monitor a dedicated area for bathers between their flags – check their daily sea conditions and weather updates for Aberporth beach here.
Food & Drink
For a fairly small village Aberporth enjoys a good selection of places to eat and drink – a great pub, a selection of cafes, takeaways and shops.
On the beach front:
The Ship Inn Aberporth – A fabulous pub, restaurant and deli overlooking the beach (picture above), and just 1 minute walk from Estyn Y Mor. Book ahead to avoid disappointment.
The Cwtch Glanmordy – Located on the village green headland offering ice-creams, hot and cold snacks and drinks. Lots of outside seating available overlooking the beach.
Caffi Sgadan Chip Shop – Takeaway Fish & Chip shop.
Village centre, just up the hill:
Driftwood Cafe – Just up the hill from the cottage, Driftwood offers eat in and takeaway options for breakfast and lunch.
Golden Dragon Takeaway – Chinese Takeaway and Fish & Chip shop open until late.
Sugandha – Indian Restaurant & Takeaway open till late.
Tarten – Lite bites & drinks takeaway at the start of the coastal path from Aberporth to Tresaith.
Shops
London House Stores – Local convenience shop and off-licence
Penrhyn Pharmacy – Pharmacy, Post Office & gift store.
Aberporth Hardware Store – A treasure chest of useful diy and homeware items.
3 U’s Gallery – A lovely little art gallery and gift shop.
Laundrette
Walks
Aberporth is a great place for walking, from small walks in and around the village, to countryside walks inland, and of course, the fabulous Wales Coastal Path which passes through.
Nearby Beaches
Our small stretch of coastline offers a selection of fabulous beaches, all just a few miles apart. Just a mile north you have Tresaith Beach (pictured above), 2 miles north you have the beautiful National Trust Beach of Penbryn, 4 miles north you will find Llangrannog Beach, and a bit further on you will reach the bustling resort of New Quay. Going south you have Mwnt Beach around 4 miles away, and then around 7 miles away you reach Gwbert and the Teifi River up to Cardigan town.
Cardigan Town
Cardigan offers a range of supermarkets (Tesco, Aldi, B&M), a few national stores (Mountain Warehouse, Greggs, Coffee 1) and lots of independent shops & cafes. We highly recommend all the local cafe’s, we have tried them all and they’re fantastic. You’re really are spoilt for choice when it comes to eating out in Cardigan.
Top list:
Food For Thought
Crwst
Best shops:
Mundos
Yum Yums Sweet Shop
Custom House
Local Attractions
Cardigan Castle – Keep an eye on their What’s On page as they have excellent music nights here with international artists like KT Tunstall and Charlotte Church having performed here, as well as fantastic tribute bands.
Dolphin watching boat rides from New Quay with Sea Mor
Wildlife Centre in Cillgeran – Welsh Wildlife Centre
Try Surfing, Paddle boarding, Canoeing, Coasteering and more with Cardigan Bay Active
Theatre Mwldan – Cinema and theatre with a fabulous variety of local and national live shows.