This is a small selection of some of our favourite places to visit in the area. The whole of Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire is peppered with fantastic sandy beaches and, since the coastal path surrounds the entire coastline there are many beautiful walks that can be taken from any of them.

Mwnt –A 14th century chapel nestled at the base of conical mound overlooking an enclosed sandy beach frequented by seals and dolphins. Mwnt is a must-see for any visitor. To cap it off the beach also has a cafe and toilets so perfect for families and its only a 30 minute walk along the coastal path from Nantmawr.

Aberporth is the nearest town to Nantmawr. It’s a three mile walk eastwards along the coastal path from Nantmawr but you’re rewarded with our favourite award-winning pub, The Ship, which serves excellent food as well as slaking your thirst and sits above two beautiful sandy beaches, one of which allows dogs all year. If that that’s not enough it also has an excellent chip shop next door to the Ship and the town also boasts a pharmacy, a post-office, convenience store as well as Indian and Chinese restaurants.

Poppit Sands – If a beach with space is what you need then Poppit Sands will meet your needs. Situated on the left bank of the Teifi estuary it has miles of flat sand at low tide with views to Cardigan island and a cafe in the car park.

Tresaith –Another glorious beach with a unique waterfall pouring out of the cliff to the east and sporting two pubs, the Ship and Skippers which are next to each other on the front. It can also be reached via the coastal path beyond Aberporth but if you’re driving there the car parking is very restricted. There’s a car park further back from the beach if you’re up for the challenge of the walk up the hill after your lunch!

New Quay - Three main sandy beaches – Harbour Beach (Blue Flag, dog restricted May to September), Dolau Beach (west of the harbour, dogs allowed), and Traeth Gwyn (eastern end of New Quay Bay, dogs allowed)– renowned for their golden sand, clear water, and frequent bottlenose dolphin sightings with several companies offering dolphin tours. 36-minute drive.

Cenarth –Situated inland and straddling the banks of the river Teifi is Cenarth with spectaculer waterfalls and rapids when the river is in full flow. Famous for its coracle fishermen it’s also a great place for a cool dip on a hot summers day and Cenarth benefits from a number of good cafes and restaurants.

Ffynone falls near Boncath are another sight to see especially in the springtime. The walk though the woods next to the stream is espcially pretty. On the way home you can stop at The Nags Head in Penrhiw which does great food under covered seating next to the river.

St. Davids –A little further away the cathedral in Britain’s smallest city is always worth a visit. Aside from the grandeur of the cathedral, the abbey ruins and the town are also worth the trip with plenty of independent shops selling crafts, antiques and curios together with a good selection of cafes restaurants and pubs.

There are many great food and watering holes around the area. We’ve just listed some of our favourites. If it’s not here it doesn’t mean that it’s bad. It probably just means we haven’t tried it yet.

The Ship, Aberporth – A quintessential family-owned Welsh pub, which also has a restaurant serving excellent food. In fact they won ‘Bar & Grill of the Year’ in the ‘Food Awards Wales’ competition in 2025. The bar staff are friendly and efficient. Our favourite pub! Best to book in summer to avoid disappointment. Bookings close at 4:30 PM on the day but if you turn up and ask you may get lucky.

The Ferry Inn, St. Dogmaels – If you cross the Teifi and drive down the west bank you arrive in St. Dogmaels and, a little way into the village you’ll find The Ferry Inn, perched on the bank of the river with a deck looking out over the estuary towards Cardigan island. They serve good food and it’s a great place for a pint on a summer’s evening.

The Black Lion, Cardigan – If you’re in Cardigan shopping and need a breakfast or lunch, then the newly refurbished Black Lion is a good bet with an interesting menu serving modern takes on traditional Welsh food. The beer is pretty good too!

Food for Thought, Cardigan – If you’re just in the mood for a light bite and a good coffee then we can recommend Food for Thought. Serves breakfast, coffees and light lunches and the food is very good.

The Copper Pot, Cardigan – If you want to celebrate with some fine dining, then we can recommend this unassuming restaurant, The Copper Pot on Cardigan High Street (Pendre). It has a mixture of traditional British food plus some Asian fusion dishes that should cater for all tastes. The food quality is excellent.

Grain, Cardigan – If you’re dying for a pizza you could do a lot worse than Grain (previously Pizzatipi) by the river. This funky restaurant has a mixture of booths and cabins, some of which overlook the river and serves a small selection of excellent pizzas cooked in a woodburning oven. You place your orders separately at the kitchen for food, and the bar for your drinks, where they serve craft beers from the local Bluestone brewery.

The Welsh Wind Distillery, Tan-y-Groes – If you’re partial to G&T (or indeed whisky, rum or vodka), then this distillery, a couple of miles up the road, might be worth a visit. Sample one of their products in their bar, take a tour of the distillery or choose one of the gin tasting or gin making experiences. Watch the drive home though.

Skippers, Tresaith – A recently opened new pub (that doesn’t happen often!) right next to The Ship in Tresaith, has a great deck overlooking the beach and serves very simple fare (burgers and pizzas) but the quality is good and it’s a nice relaxed atmosphere. If you’re into performing then you could consider the weekly karaoke or open mike nights.

The Rampin (Masons Arms), Cilgerran – A little further afield in Cilgerran is a wonderful tiny Welsh pub (you could only swing a cat if it had a very short tail) where the staff and locals are incredibly friendly and the beer is good. If you’re passing and fancy a pint it’s well worth the visit.

The Nags Head, Penrhiw – Situated on the banks of the Afon Cych this is a great place to stop for lunch especially if you’re on your way home from the Ffynone waterfall. The food is excellent and, if the weather is good, then a seat by the river is a perfect way to spend an hour or two.

You’ve probably come to Nantmawr to immerse yourself in nature and get away from the hustle and bustle of town life, but sometimes on a rainy day (it does happen!) you need a little therapy

Cardigan has a thriving high street, called Pendre. In addition to the high street standards such as Boots, there are many independent shops where you can find unique products or craft items. At the centre lies The Guildhall, which often hosts exhibitions by local artists and the market, with its three floors of market stalls. If you’re looking for a thingamyjig then Dave’s ‘Really Useful’ shop may be able to help you out.

Narberth, Pembs – About a 40-minute drive from Nantmawr is the town of Narberth, which has become famous for its range of independent shops and a hive for local crafts. Its main attraction, though are the antique and collectable warehouses that are real Aladdin’s caves with a host of interesting things that you never knew you needed. Narberth also has a great range of cafes, pubs and restaurants to take the weight off your feet after your shopping spree. A few miles further south, you’ll find the beaches of Amroth, Saundersfoot and Tenby. Definitely worth a day out.