Tal-y-bont Guidebook
Local Activities
Not in any of the area guidebooks but one of the best places to visit for a bit of adventure or a family picnic. We love it! It has small waterfalls, jumping off places, an area of deeper water to swim and a shallow area for paddling.
Directions- Head to Capel Bangor and stay on the road for the Butterfly House (also some great walks here). Keep on this road until it ends-the entrance is on the right.
Rheidol Falls
Not in any of the area guidebooks but one of the best places to visit for a bit of adventure or a family picnic. We love it! It has small waterfalls, jumping off places, an area of deeper water to swim and a shallow area for paddling.
Directions- Head to Capel Bangor and stay on the road for the Butterfly House (also some great walks here). Keep on this road until it ends-the entrance is on the right.
Bwlch Nant yr Arian Visitor Centre is well-known for its daily feeding of red kites-check web for times. There are trails for walkers, mountain bikers and runners. There is also a skills park with a purpose-built track for mountain bikers. There is also a great café!
https://naturalresources.wales/bwlchnantyrarian?lang=en
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Bwlch Nant yr Arian Forest Visitor Centre
Bwlch Nant yr Arian Visitor Centre is well-known for its daily feeding of red kites-check web for times. There are trails for walkers, mountain bikers and runners. There is also a skills park with a purpose-built track for mountain bikers. There is also a great café!
https://naturalresources.wales/bwlchnantyrarian?lang=en
Aberystwyth is the largest town in the area and has two great beaches. It is full of restaurants and cafes (please ask if you would like any recommendations). There is a cinema and leisure centre if you are looking for indoor activities. It is worth walking up constitution hill, or taking the train for an icecream. Pin Dinas to the south of town is also a brilliant walk with views over the town and coast. You can cycle or walk the Rheidol or Ystwyth Trails from here.
https://www.visitmidwales.co.uk/Aberystwyth-The-Rheidol-Cycleway/details/?dms=3&venue=1124651
https://ldwa.org.uk/ldp/members/show_path.php?path_name=Ystwyth+Trail
https://coflein.gov.uk/en/site/92236/
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Aberystwyth
Aberystwyth is the largest town in the area and has two great beaches. It is full of restaurants and cafes (please ask if you would like any recommendations). There is a cinema and leisure centre if you are looking for indoor activities. It is worth walking up constitution hill, or taking the train for an icecream. Pin Dinas to the south of town is also a brilliant walk with views over the town and coast. You can cycle or walk the Rheidol or Ystwyth Trails from here.
https://www.visitmidwales.co.uk/Aberystwyth-The-Rheidol-Cycleway/details/?dms=3&venue=1124651
https://ldwa.org.uk/ldp/members/show_path.php?path_name=Ystwyth+Trail
https://coflein.gov.uk/en/site/92236/
This route is also known as the 'Ystwyth Trail' and starts at the car park next to the football ground; however, it can be accessed from anywhere in Aberystwyth. The route goes across the footbridge over the river Rheidol,before crossing the A487. Following the course of the old railway line for about 2 miles to Llanilar (there is parking here if you start your walk/cycle from this point in the path) the path is flat with the River Ystwyth is on the right-hand side. This is a flat path and great for walkers and bikers (young and experienced). The river here is a great place for a picnic and swim.
https://www.sustrans.org.uk/find-a-route-on-the-national-cycle-network/aberystwyth-to-llanilar-section-of-ystwyth-trail
https://www.visitwales.com/attraction/nature-or-wildlife/ystwyth-trail-stage-2-ystradmeurig-tregaron-1970686
https://www.letsride.co.uk/rides/llanilar-trawscoed-cycle-path-traffic-free
Ystwyth Trail (Stage 1)
This route is also known as the 'Ystwyth Trail' and starts at the car park next to the football ground; however, it can be accessed from anywhere in Aberystwyth. The route goes across the footbridge over the river Rheidol,before crossing the A487. Following the course of the old railway line for about 2 miles to Llanilar (there is parking here if you start your walk/cycle from this point in the path) the path is flat with the River Ystwyth is on the right-hand side. This is a flat path and great for walkers and bikers (young and experienced). The river here is a great place for a picnic and swim.
https://www.sustrans.org.uk/find-a-route-on-the-national-cycle-network/aberystwyth-to-llanilar-section-of-ystwyth-trail
https://www.visitwales.com/attraction/nature-or-wildlife/ystwyth-trail-stage-2-ystradmeurig-tregaron-1970686
https://www.letsride.co.uk/rides/llanilar-trawscoed-cycle-path-traffic-free
This is just up behind Tal-y-Bont. It’s brilliant for mountain biking and walkers. There is an expansive forest, reservoir, and many different lakes to explore.
https://www.searchforsites.co.uk/markerMobile.php?id=24575
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Nant-y-Moch Reservoir
This is just up behind Tal-y-Bont. It’s brilliant for mountain biking and walkers. There is an expansive forest, reservoir, and many different lakes to explore.
https://www.searchforsites.co.uk/markerMobile.php?id=24575
We are lucky to have this! This is one of our most favourite places-fun and adventure for the whole family. Ynyslas is part of the Dyfi National Nature Reserve, situated midway between Aberystwyth and Machynlleth. You can walk from Borth to Ynyslas. You can spend the day exploring sand dunes or enjoying the vast beach. There is also a small café and visitors centre.
https://naturalresources.wales/days-out/places-to-visit/mid-wales/dyfi-national-nature-reserve-ynyslas-visitor-centre/?lang=en
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Ynyslas Beach
We are lucky to have this! This is one of our most favourite places-fun and adventure for the whole family. Ynyslas is part of the Dyfi National Nature Reserve, situated midway between Aberystwyth and Machynlleth. You can walk from Borth to Ynyslas. You can spend the day exploring sand dunes or enjoying the vast beach. There is also a small café and visitors centre.
https://naturalresources.wales/days-out/places-to-visit/mid-wales/dyfi-national-nature-reserve-ynyslas-visitor-centre/?lang=en
This is a brilliant place to for walkers and bird watchers. This RSPB nature reserve has a number of different walks through lots of different types of habitats. There are also pond dipping experiences, walks and other activities which can be found on the website. I highly recommend and it’s just down the road (towards Machynlleth on the left). Bring a picnic and wellies!
https://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/reserves-a-z/ynys-hir/
Ynyshir
This is a brilliant place to for walkers and bird watchers. This RSPB nature reserve has a number of different walks through lots of different types of habitats. There are also pond dipping experiences, walks and other activities which can be found on the website. I highly recommend and it’s just down the road (towards Machynlleth on the left). Bring a picnic and wellies!
https://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/reserves-a-z/ynys-hir/
This is the third beach in Aberystwyth just south of the town. It links to the cycle path at the end of the beach.
Tan Y Bwlch Beach
2 Felin-Y-Mor RdThis is the third beach in Aberystwyth just south of the town. It links to the cycle path at the end of the beach.
Clarach Beach is a great place for families-rock pools at low tide, access to toilets and icecream kiosk. The coastal path goes through here and you can walk to Aberystwyth easily following the path.
Clarach Bay
Clarach Beach is a great place for families-rock pools at low tide, access to toilets and icecream kiosk. The coastal path goes through here and you can walk to Aberystwyth easily following the path.
From the Front Door
These are some of our family favourite walks from the front door.
Tal-y-bont Allt yr Grib Forestry
Many great walks start from here. A great place for a little stroll or longer walk. From you can can connect to longer rambles down the coast.
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Tal-y-bont Allt yr Grib Forestry
Many great walks start from here. A great place for a little stroll or longer walk. From you can can connect to longer rambles down the coast.
The coastal path can also be accessed
(Machynlleth to Borth/Clarach-Borth/Borth to Aberystwyth)
https://www.walkthewalescoastpath.co.uk/routes/walk-the-wales-coast-path-from-machynlleth-to-borth/
https://encounterwalkingholidays.com/ceredigion-coast-path-wales-walking-holiday-section-two-b
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The coastal path can also be accessed
(Machynlleth to Borth/Clarach-Borth/Borth to Aberystwyth)
https://www.walkthewalescoastpath.co.uk/routes/walk-the-wales-coast-path-from-machynlleth-to-borth/
https://encounterwalkingholidays.com/ceredigion-coast-path-wales-walking-holiday-section-two-b
More Tal-y-bont Walks can be found here:
https://www.discoverceredigion.wales/outdoor-activities-and-adventures/walk-ceredigion/walking-in-the-cambrian-mountains/spirit-of-the-miners-walks/
https://www.visitmidwales.co.uk/Tal-y-Bont-Tal-y-Bont-Walk/details/?dms=3&feature=1002&venue=1032636
You can walk to the forestry and find many more walks not included here.
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More Tal-y-bont Walks can be found here:
https://www.discoverceredigion.wales/outdoor-activities-and-adventures/walk-ceredigion/walking-in-the-cambrian-mountains/spirit-of-the-miners-walks/
https://www.visitmidwales.co.uk/Tal-y-Bont-Tal-y-Bont-Walk/details/?dms=3&feature=1002&venue=1032636
You can walk to the forestry and find many more walks not included here.
Walk to Borth Beach
This is a great walk through the forest and fields to Borth Beach. Basically walk to the top of the forestry area and then down towards the sea (small pink dotted lines on the map)
https://www.discoverceredigion.wales/media/1596/1-of-6-borth-to-ystwyth-section-borth-to-Tal-y-Bont.pdf
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Walk to Borth Beach
This is a great walk through the forest and fields to Borth Beach. Basically walk to the top of the forestry area and then down towards the sea (small pink dotted lines on the map)
https://www.discoverceredigion.wales/media/1596/1-of-6-borth-to-ystwyth-section-borth-to-Tal-y-Bont.pdf
Tal-y-bont River Walk
Cross the road from the pub and walk towards Allt yr Grib forestry. Once through the main gates stay on the path and make the first left (downward – not up the hill). As you walk on this (relatively) flat path there are several small paths leading down to the river. These are great places to spend time paddling and exploring
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Tal-y-bont River Walk
Cross the road from the pub and walk towards Allt yr Grib forestry. Once through the main gates stay on the path and make the first left (downward – not up the hill). As you walk on this (relatively) flat path there are several small paths leading down to the river. These are great places to spend time paddling and exploring
City/town information
Amazing beaches and lots to see and do. Book a fishing trip or spend the day crabbing from the harbour.
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New Quay
Amazing beaches and lots to see and do. Book a fishing trip or spend the day crabbing from the harbour.
Beaches and colourful town centre filled with independent shops. Locally known for its icecream and The Harbourmaster restaurant.
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Aberaeron
Beaches and colourful town centre filled with independent shops. Locally known for its icecream and The Harbourmaster restaurant.
The drive to Aberdovey (Aberdyfi) is really beautiful and so is the village. It has a great beach and icecream shops!
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Aberdyfi
The drive to Aberdovey (Aberdyfi) is really beautiful and so is the village. It has a great beach and icecream shops!
Food scene
The local pub is hub of the village- great for a pint in the beer garden or Sunday roast.
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Talybont
The local pub is hub of the village- great for a pint in the beer garden or Sunday roast.
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Water Activities Aberystwyth - lessons and hire
Aberoutdoors is a great company. They do individual or group lessons and you can hire different equipment (SUP/Kayaks/Surfboards/etc). They have a website and facebook page.
https://www.aberoutdoors.co.uk/
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Water Activities Borth - Lessons and Hire
Aberadventures usually works from Borth Beach and a local lake to provide lessons and hire equipment. The owner is friendly and knowledgeable. My children have had SUP and surfing lessons with this small company. They have a facebook page and website.
www.aberadventures.com
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Fishing - Dolphin/Seal Watching Adventures
For a brilliant day out head to New Quay done the coast. We have had loads of fun fishing with Epic Fishing Trips.
https://www.epicfishingtrips.co.uk/