Cilgerran Travel Guide

 
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  • Viewfrom the castle across the Gorge
      Viewfrom the castle across the Gorge
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  • Canoes for Hire  on River Teifi
      Canoes for Hire on River Teifi
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  • Old Quarry hidden by Moss & Lichens
      Old Quarry hidden by Moss & Lichens
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  • Bluebell walk along the Badger Trail
      Bluebell walk along the Badger Trail
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Welsh Wildlife Centre and Nature Reserve

Welsh Wildlife Centre and Nature Reserve, Cilgerran

 ranger49 Says:  The award winning Visitor Centre stands amid nearly 300 acres of the West Wales Nature Reserve, close to the marshes and riverbanks of the River Teifi. Constructed from sustainlable materials and energy efficient it houses, on three floors, the information point and shop;... 

Down at the Riverside

Down at the Riverside, Cilgerran

 ranger49 Says:  An area on the riverbank, where slate was once quarried, has been cleared and transformed into a an idyllic picnic area. We were taken there by a friend who was born and bred in the area and spent a lifetime working there as a civil engineer. Follow the narrow, winding lane... 

!3thC. Castle of Cilgerran

!3thC. Castle of Cilgerran, Cilgerran

 ranger49 Says:  The first time I visited this castle many years ago it was in the care of the Ministry of Works and Ancient Monuments and was in need of renovations and presentation. It is unusal now in that it is listed in the National Trust Handbook and is in the Guardianship of CADW.... 

the old drovers' bridge: Llechryd Bridge

the old drovers' bridge: Llechryd Bridge, Cilgerran

 uglyscot Says:  Preobably there had been a ford on this site long before a bridge was built. The present bridge was built in the 17th century. The most noticeable features are the triangular shaped 'passing' places which would have allowed horses carrying loads of wool to pass across the... 

Visit Cilgerran Castle

Visit Cilgerran Castle, Cilgerran

 uglyscot Says:  The ruined castle dates to the 13th century. It has plain round towers with only arrow slits facing the outer side. The two towers , east and west, both have a ground floor and 3 upper storeys. Entrance was originally at the first floor level from the courtyard by a spiral... 

Restaurants  

The Glasshouse Cafe: Panoramic views and local, organic food.

The Glasshouse Cafe: Panoramic views and local, organic food., Cilgerran

 ranger49 Says:  This cafe/restaurant lis ocated on the third and top floor of the Wales Wildlife and Nature Reserve visitor centre . Its position ensures panoramic views over the marshes and woodlands of the Reserve towards the town of Cardigan.On sunny days a table outside on the will... 

The Castle Kitchen: Next to the Car Park

The Castle Kitchen: Next to the Car Park, Cilgerran

 ranger49 Says:  The Castle Kitchen is a favourite restaurant of the friends we were with and that was where we headed for lunch - only to be disappointed. We could not eat there - it was a Wednesday so it was CLOSED!However I am including it here because I know the standards and tastes of... 

Cardiff Arms: Friendly pub & good food

Cardiff Arms: Friendly pub & good  food, Cilgerran

 ranger49 Says:  We came here after parking in the carpark across the road. There were friendly words and smiles of welcome from the few people around the bar . One of our small group is disabled and was treated most kindly,as she was helped to her seat - and again when she decided to eat in... 

Local Customs  

Coracles and coracle races.

Coracles and coracle races., Cilgerran

 ranger49 Says:  The use of small boats, so light that the fisherman - or woman - carry them strapped to their back is particularly associated with this part of Wales and with Cilgerran and nearby Cenarth Falls.But these little boats were in use throughout the British Isles in pre-Roman... 

Sports & Outdoors  

The Preseli Circle Walking Trail

The Preseli Circle Walking Trail, Cilgerran

 ranger49 Says:  This is a long distance walk of 67 miles. We have only had small/medium sized bites of it with second helpings of some, usually picking it up somewhere in the loop.To do it properly start in Goodwick/Fishguard , continue through the Gwaun Valley, across the Preseli Ridge to... 

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 The ruined castle dates to the 13th century. It has plain round towers with only arrow slits facing the outer side. The two towers , east and west, both have a... 

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Cilgerran, Pembrokeshire

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 In the UK ? Yes, but more precisely in Wales, in the County of Pembrokeshire, very close to the border with Cardiganshire. It is an historic village located high above the Gorge in the beautiful... 

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 Wandering through West wales, we managed to get lost, and as a result discovered Cilgerran and its 13th century ruined castle that overlooks the Teifi Gorge where the River Teifi merges with the... 

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