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Things to do in Ceredigion

Local ideas, independent places and published stories for planning time in Ceredigion.

Plan a day in Ceredigion

Coast, countryside, culture and local character

Pair the Cardigan Bay coast with Aberystwyth culture, Cardigan heritage and the wooded valleys inland. Wildlife, beaches, rail journeys, museums and independent town-centre businesses offer useful choices in every season.

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Towns and destinations

Where to begin in Ceredigion

Choose a town or landscape as the anchor for the day, then add nearby stories, food and current events rather than crossing the county for a checklist.

CardiganCastle, River Teifi, arts and independent foodPlan a visit →AberystwythSeafront, national collections, arts and heritage railPlan a visit →New QuayHarbour town and a starting point for Cardigan Bay wildlifePlan a visit →LlangrannogBeach, legends and the story of a coastal villagePlan a visit →

Coast, walks and outdoors

Follow the landscape

Cardigan Bay links Ceredigion's coastal towns, beaches and wildlife, while the inland valleys and Cambrian Mountains change the pace. Our reporting from Mwnt, Llangrannog and the bay gives useful context before a coastal day.

Best beaches in CeredigionMwnt, Llangrannog, New Quay, Aberaeron and AberystwythRead more →Inside Cardigan BayDolphins, seals and the people protecting themRead more →Where heaven meets the seaMwnt's history, geology and ancient churchRead more →

Food, attractions and local life

Use trusted local starting points

The Business Guide currently includes 305 Ceredigion profiles. These links are starting points rather than a ranking: check each profile's official website for current opening, menus, booking and visitor details.

Food and drinkEditorial routes into cafés, restaurants, pubs and producersFind local food →AttractionsCastles, gardens, railways, wildlife and family placesBrowse attractions →What's on nowThe current verified event guide for CeredigionSee current events →

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