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Cardiganshire is located in South West Dyfed, on the West Coast of Wales. It's plush landscape consists of wooded valleys and vast windswept moor-lands, punctuated by picturesque and charming towns such as Aberystwyth and New Quay. Information about Cardigan cottages can be found below.

Cardigan is one of the most sparsely populated regions in Britain and possesses a wild, untouched beauty. The thickly wooded valleys of the Rivers Aeron, Ystwyth, Leri, Llyfnant and Rheidol help break up the large horizon while the 40 miles of coastline offer some of the finest beaches in the UK.

The University town of Aberystwyth is one of the major attractions in Cardiganshire with its handsome promenade and attractive buildings. The town also boasts The National Library of Wales which houses a fine collection of Welsh literary treasures.

The quiet resort towns of Aberaeron and Borth provide a pleasant diversion with their picturesque cottages and fishing ports. The 12 century Devil's Bridge also provides further attraction while New Quay, with its terraced harbour and backdrop of wooded hills is one of the prettiest seaports in the UK. For more details about self catering breaks and Cardigan holiday cottages follow the link provided.

Rent Cardigan Holiday Cottages with Cottages 4 You

The Gallery Cottage - Cardigan Holiday Cottages From Cottages 4 You
The Gallery is a collection of refurbished, semi-detached holiday properties. It is located in the wooded hills of Mid-Wales and is close to Cardigan Bay. Nearby attractions include King Arthur's Labyrinth and the Celtica Centre. All the properties consist of a lounge, dining room and kitchen, with 1 double bedroom. They sleep 2 and pets are allowed. A wide range of Cardigan cottages and self catering properties are available to rent from the cottage rental agent featured above.

Cardigan self catering attractions and amenities

Cottages holiday makers will enjoy stunning scenery, miles of unspoiled beaches and towering cliffs along the heritage coastline. The following outlines some of the many activities and attractions to be found in this beautiful corner of Wales.

Outdoor Activities
Explore the wonderful beaches around Mwnt – a good place to go dolphin watching or take a 2 hour boat trip across Cardigan Bay with New Quay Boat Trips – make sure you book in advance as this is popular. Walkers can tackle the newly developed circular walks in the Cardigan area, ranging from 4- 6 miles. Families can enjoy a day out at Cenarth Paintball in Newcastle Emlyn or visit Dyfed Shires and Leisure Farm – pet feeding, tractor rides, quad bikes and an indoor play area. Cardigan Bay Water Sports at New Quay offers wind surfing and kayaking, and if you want to go fishing, contact Teifi Trout Association. At Cilgerran, you can fish for salmon in the River Teifi, using a coracle.

Throughout the summer, there is a host of fun-filled festivals and events. The Teifi Boat Cruiser Regatta takes place in May, Medieval Day, with jousting and armoured knights is in July and the River Food Festival, the Cigerran Carnival and The Cardigan Bay Regatta all take place in August.

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Food and drink
Restaurants, pubs and cafes offer a wealth of locally produced food: Welsh lamb, Black Beef, salmon, sea-bass and sewin (river trout) - a speciality of the River Teifi. Try the Angel Hotel in St Mary Street in Cardigan for a traditional meal or take the kids to the Go-Mango Juice bar or Ultracomida at the Guildhall Market - a deli/ take away. The Llanina Arms in Llanarth serves a varied menu – both British and European with a wide choice of wines and ales.

History and Culture
Have a glimpse of the medieval past with a visit to 12th century Cilgerran Castle, set in pretty woodland and overlooking the spectacular Teifi Gorge. Open February to March, 10am to 4pm daily. Cardigan Castle was the site of the First Eisteddfod and is currently undergoing a restoration programme.

St Dogmaels Abbey, once a Norman monastery near Cardigan, was founded by Robert Fitzmartin in 1109. If you wish to go even further back in time, there is an Iron Age fort in Castell Henlys. The National Museum of Wales is to be found in the university town of Aberystwyth and houses some of Wales’s greatest literary treasures.