Tel: 0118 971 4700
Aberystwyth Castle
Aberystwyth
Ceredigion
United Kingdom
Aberystwyth Castle was built during the late 13th century, during a very turbulent period in Welsh history. It still stands overlooking the town today, but was partly destroyed by Parliamentarian forces in 1647. Some of the original stonework from the castle has been used for buildings in the town, and the site of the ruin affords breathtaking views of Cardigan Bay.
Aberystwyth
Ceredigion
United Kingdom
Aberystwyth Castle was built during the late 13th century, during a very turbulent period in Welsh history. It still stands overlooking the town today, but was partly destroyed by Parliamentarian forces in 1647. Some of the original stonework from the castle has been used for buildings in the town, and the site of the ruin affords breathtaking views of Cardigan Bay.
Camera Obscura
Cliff Terrace
Aberystwyth
Ceredigion
SY23 2DN
United Kingdom
Tel: 01970 617642
On Aberystwyth’s Constitution Hill – known by locals as ‘Consti’ – stands one of the world’s largest Camera Obscurae. From here, visitors may obtain the most spectacular views; on a clear day 26 Welsh peaks – including Snowdon – are visible, and the uninterrupted view of a 60mile stretch of Cardigan Bay is a perfect photographic opportunity. A 14” lens reflects the panoramic view onto a screen in the darkened viewing gallery.
Cliff Terrace
Aberystwyth
Ceredigion
SY23 2DN
United Kingdom
Tel: 01970 617642
On Aberystwyth’s Constitution Hill – known by locals as ‘Consti’ – stands one of the world’s largest Camera Obscurae. From here, visitors may obtain the most spectacular views; on a clear day 26 Welsh peaks – including Snowdon – are visible, and the uninterrupted view of a 60mile stretch of Cardigan Bay is a perfect photographic opportunity. A 14” lens reflects the panoramic view onto a screen in the darkened viewing gallery.
Cliff Railway
Cliff Terrace
Aberystwyth
Ceredigion
SY23 2DN
United Kingdom
Tel: 01970 617642
The cliff railway at Aberystwyth runs up Constitution Hill, and is the longest of its type in the UK. The railway first opened in 1896, and was originally powered by water and gravity, but was converted to electricity in the 1920s. The motor hauls carriages along the 778 feet of track at a sedate pace, allowing visitors plenty of time to enjoy the breathtaking vista.
Cliff Terrace
Aberystwyth
Ceredigion
SY23 2DN
United Kingdom
Tel: 01970 617642
The cliff railway at Aberystwyth runs up Constitution Hill, and is the longest of its type in the UK. The railway first opened in 1896, and was originally powered by water and gravity, but was converted to electricity in the 1920s. The motor hauls carriages along the 778 feet of track at a sedate pace, allowing visitors plenty of time to enjoy the breathtaking vista.
Dolaucothi Gold Mines
Pumsaint
Llanwrda
Carmarthenshire
SA19 8US
United Kingdom
Tel: 01558 650177
The Dolaucothi Gold Mines lie a 15 minute drive from Lampeter. These Welsh mines are famous for being extensively excavated by the Romans. Visitors to Dolaucothi can take a tour through the site and hear about the sophisticated methods used 2000 years ago to extract the precious metal.
Pumsaint
Llanwrda
Carmarthenshire
SA19 8US
United Kingdom
Tel: 01558 650177
The Dolaucothi Gold Mines lie a 15 minute drive from Lampeter. These Welsh mines are famous for being extensively excavated by the Romans. Visitors to Dolaucothi can take a tour through the site and hear about the sophisticated methods used 2000 years ago to extract the precious metal.
Llanerchaeron
Ciliau Aeron
Aberaeron
Ceredigion
SA48 8DG
United Kingdom
Tel: 01545 570200
Llanerchaeron is an 18th century farming estate, built as an example of an advanced form of farming. The estate and its farm building remain remarkably well preserved, and are now under the helm of the National Trust. It is open to the public during the summer months, where people can see the various production buildings where beer, cheese and meat preservation took place.
Ciliau Aeron
Aberaeron
Ceredigion
SA48 8DG
United Kingdom
Tel: 01545 570200
Llanerchaeron is an 18th century farming estate, built as an example of an advanced form of farming. The estate and its farm building remain remarkably well preserved, and are now under the helm of the National Trust. It is open to the public during the summer months, where people can see the various production buildings where beer, cheese and meat preservation took place.
Llywernog Silver Lead Mine
Ponterwyd
Aberystwyth
Ceredigion
SY23 3AB
United Kingdom
Tel: 01970 890620
Llywernog Silver Lead Mine is 10 miles to the east of Aberystwyth. It offers a fascinating insight into the mining of silver and lead ores – the minerals that fuelled Aberystwyth’s prosperity from the 18th to the 20th century. The museum opened in 1973, and is constantly evolving, helping to preserve the mining traditions of the Vale of Rheidol.
Ponterwyd
Aberystwyth
Ceredigion
SY23 3AB
United Kingdom
Tel: 01970 890620
Llywernog Silver Lead Mine is 10 miles to the east of Aberystwyth. It offers a fascinating insight into the mining of silver and lead ores – the minerals that fuelled Aberystwyth’s prosperity from the 18th to the 20th century. The museum opened in 1973, and is constantly evolving, helping to preserve the mining traditions of the Vale of Rheidol.
National Library of Wales
Aberystwyth
Ceredigion
SY23 3BU
United Kingdom
Tel: 01970 632800
Aberystwyth is home to the National Library of Wales, and it houses extensive records that have proved invaluable to genealogists and those interested in family and local history. There are also copies of every printed work published in the UK and Ireland, and special events, workshops and lectures are held throughout the year.
Aberystwyth
Ceredigion
SY23 3BU
United Kingdom
Tel: 01970 632800
Aberystwyth is home to the National Library of Wales, and it houses extensive records that have proved invaluable to genealogists and those interested in family and local history. There are also copies of every printed work published in the UK and Ireland, and special events, workshops and lectures are held throughout the year.
Vale of Rheidol Railway
Park Avenue
Aberystwyth
Ceredigion
SY23 1PG
United Kingdom
Tel: 01970 625819
The Vale of Rheidol Railway offers visitors an unforgettable 12-mile journey, powered by vintage steam engines, through the beautiful scenery of the Vale of Rheidol. Originally built at the turn of the 20th century to haul timber, lead and silver, the railway is now owned and run by enthusiasts, who are constantly working to maintain and improve the historic line and the wonderful engines that run along its length, from Aberystwyth to Devil’s Bridge.
Park Avenue
Aberystwyth
Ceredigion
SY23 1PG
United Kingdom
Tel: 01970 625819
The Vale of Rheidol Railway offers visitors an unforgettable 12-mile journey, powered by vintage steam engines, through the beautiful scenery of the Vale of Rheidol. Originally built at the turn of the 20th century to haul timber, lead and silver, the railway is now owned and run by enthusiasts, who are constantly working to maintain and improve the historic line and the wonderful engines that run along its length, from Aberystwyth to Devil’s Bridge.