The Local Area

Cardigan Town – is an attractive Welsh market town on the north shore of the Pembrokeshire Peninsula. The town sits above the wide expanse of Cardigan Bay, which is designated as a Special Area of Conservation. The Bay supports a population of some 130 bottlenose dolphins, and porpoises as well as grey seals are frequently seen close to shore. The area is also part of the Ceredigion Heritage Coast.

History

The town itself has a long and tumultuous history. It was the principal town of the old Welsh kingdom of Deheubarth.

When the Normans first invaded the kingdom in the late 11th century, Cardigan was one of the prizes they aimed for. The Normans built Cardigan Castle overlooking the Teifi River, but the Welsh refused to be beaten. The town was taken and retaken several times during the 12th century. Today the castle keep and two towers can be seen and open to the public.

Town Amenities

Cardigan town boasts a range of restaurants and bars, with something to suit everyone. There is also a wide range of local shops, providing visitors with everything they could want and need.

National Trail

Cardigan is situated just north of the border of Pembrokeshire National Park, and the long-distance Pembrokeshire Coast National Trail begins just outside the town. The path can be walked in short sections for an easy introduction to this dramatically beautiful coastline.