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Highlights in Aberystwyth
- Beautiful mountain day trips
- Magical butterfly sanctuary
- Scenic coastal walks
- Wonderful gastronomy
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Cottages in Aberystwyth
The seaside university town of Aberystwyth is a popular holiday destination. Aberystwyth lies right in the centre of the rugged Ceredigion coastline, making it an ideal destination for a relaxing short break. Situated conveniently close to the beach, the spectacular cottages on the outskirts of the town centre will provide you with a peaceful retreat by the sound of the waves. Yet near, you can enjoy the charming independent shops, entertaining attractions, and beautiful cafés overlooking the ocean.
Modern cottages with swimming pools, hot tubs, and views of the countryside and seaAccommodation options include modern and comfortable cottages that will give you a regenerating break. You can relax in clean accommodation with comfortable sofas, renovated kitchens, pleasant bedrooms, and luxurious, well-lit bathrooms. While outside the accommodation, you can spend sunny days swimming in the pool; enjoy chilly evenings in the hot tub; and sip tea in the lovely gardens as you watch the views across the countryside and the sunset behind the sea. With luxury amenities, your stay in Aberystwyth will be thoroughly enjoyable!
Travellers and activities
Notable for its rolling hills, Aberystwyth has a variety of trails to explore. The most popular is the climb up the coastal hill of Pen Dinas, Ceredigion's largest Iron Age Hillfort. This 120-metre high hill offers a scenic walk in a dramatic seascape, with the Norman castle of Aberystwyth in the background and the Cambrian Mountains in the distance. It is quite an interesting place, with a tall chimney monument commemorating Napoleon's defeat at the Battle of Waterloo. The walk starts gently, but as you approach the monument the path becomes more uneven. Other walks in Aberystwyth include the 15.7 km Aberystwyth to Borth, a demanding section of the Heritage Coast, and the short 2.7 km Aberystwyth to Clarach section which passes over Constitution Hill and offers sweeping views of the bay. Obviously, there are many more walks to be done in the area, but this is a good starting point if you're staying for the weekend.
Aberystwyth for couplesAberystwyth offers a romantic getaway with fun activities. With three beaches in the same town, you can enjoy a romantic picnic by the sea while watching the beautiful sunsets in autumn or winter. Then a stroll along the elegant promenade and finish with a meal at Baravin is ideal. This bar and restaurant overlooking the sea has the best pizzas and is known for its amazing cocktails and great décor that will make for a romantic date night. On the other hand, the Bwlch Nant yr Arian forest at the head of the majestic valley offers marked trails that will take you through magnificent views. You can also opt for a pleasant mountain bike ride through the forest. Alternatively, if you prefer not to be physically active, the Rheidol Valley Railway will take you on a trip through wide fields, rugged mountain scenery to Devil's Bridge, home to Mynach Falls and Devil's Punch Bowl.
Aberystwyth is one of the largest towns in Mid-Wales, and its name means “mouth of the River Ystwyth”.
Top 7 travel tips in Aberystwyth
Climb aboard Britain's longest cliff railway, enjoy panoramic views as you ascend to the summit station, and step inside the world's largest camera obscura! At the top of Constitution Hill you can marvel at a bird's-eye view of over 1000 square miles of land and seascape inside the world's largest camera obscura. This Victorian attraction offers a unique experience with a precision and clarity that our ancestors could only dream of in their time.
2. Discover Aberystwyth Arts Centre's exhibitionsAberystwyth Arts Centre is one of the largest arts centres in the UK and is recognized as a 'national flagship for the arts'. Explore the changing contemporary art exhibitions, enjoy refreshments in the superb café and discover the shops including a craft and design shop and a bookshop. And don't miss the international festivals and family shows at Christmas. With a lively programme of music, dance, film, opera, comedy and theatre, the Centre embraces all art forms.
3. Try Sarah's Bunton award-winning chocolates and fudgeLocated across the road from the Vale of Rheidol steam railway station, head to Sarah Bunton's Welsh chocolate shop. Taste the combination of classic flavours and special touches of innovative chocolates and watch the chocolatiers create these award-winning handmade delights in the chocolate workshop. In this shop, you can find chocolate popsicles, chocolate in the shape of adorable animals, hot chocolate, and chocolate bars with salted caramels, fruits, and nuts!
4. Step into a world of tropical butterfliesWalk among an array of colours, observe some of the world's largest butterflies, and be dazzled by their vibrantly coloured wings as they fly freely. The Butterfly House, close to Aberystwyth, is a place that offers a hands-on learning experience where you will see how butterflies feed, court and lay eggs. However, it's not just the rainforest butterflies you'll see, but also other giant insects, fish, amphibians, and rare plants that form part of an exotic backdrop.
5. Wrap yourself in the flavours of SpainWith a variety of top-quality artisan products and one of the best selections of local Spanish, French and Welsh cheeses, Ultracomida is a popular Spanish/Welsh charcuterie and tapas bar that you won't want to miss out on experiencing. Try the delicious tapas with the great selection of wines and beers; and take home a creamy Manchego cheese, a delicious cured meat, and a sparkling wine to create a dinner with the authentic flavours of Spain! At Ultracomida you will find absolutely everything from olive oils, cured meats, fish, cheese to snacks and sweets.
6. Take an enjoyable trip through the Cambrian MountainsJoin a Cambrian Safaris tour at Devil's Bridge; take a gentle ride on the less travelled back roads of the Cambrian Mountains; get deep into the mountains; check out Devil's Bridge, the Rheidol or Ystwyth valleys; and see some of the most fabulous views in the area. With Cambrian Safaris, you can explore the highlands and valleys of North Ceredigion, forests, moorlands, and historic estates on a relaxing day trip.
7. Visit Aberystwyth Castle RuinsAberystwyth Castle is an iconic landmark of the town unmissable to visit. Built to keep out the Welsh in the 13th century, this English castle was once one of the largest in Wales. Today, the structure is ruined, but a walk-through the place will give you a glimpse of the giant monument that originally dominated the landscape. The site is an extraordinary testament of the skills of its former builders and the fact that traces of the fortress have survived for over two thousand years is an impressive sight to see.
Information about cottages in Aberystwyth
| 🏡 Cottages available: | 16 properties. |
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| 💳 Discount available: | up to -54%. |
| 🌙 Minimum price per night: | from £43. |
| ⭐ Most popular amenities: | Wi-Fi, garden and barbecue. |
| 🐾 Pet-friendly: | 6 properties. |
| 👩👩👧👦 For families: | 6% of the properties. |
| 🏊 With pool: | 1 properties. |