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Cemaes Head

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Pembrokeshire

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Cemaes Head

View towards Cemaes Head From Poppit Sands
View towards Cemaes Head Credit: Kevin Waterhouse

Cemaes Head is a prominent headland located on the western coast of Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is situated approximately 4 miles northwest of the town of Fishguard and is part of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. The headland juts out into the Celtic Sea and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding coastline.

Cemaes Head is characterized by its rugged cliffs, which rise to a height of approximately 150 meters above sea level. The cliffs are composed of sedimentary rock, primarily sandstone and shale, which have been shaped by the relentless action of the waves over millions of years. The headland is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including seabirds, seals, and various species of wildflowers.

One of the main attractions of Cemaes Head is the coastal path that runs along its edge, providing visitors with a stunning vantage point to admire the dramatic scenery and observe the abundant wildlife. The path is well-maintained and offers access to several secluded coves and sandy beaches, which are perfect for picnicking, swimming, and exploring.

In addition to its natural beauty, Cemaes Head also has a rich historical and cultural heritage. The headland is dotted with ancient ruins, including the remains of Iron Age hillforts and a medieval chapel, which offer a glimpse into the area's past. Furthermore, the headland is steeped in folklore and legends, adding to its mystique and allure.

Overall, Cemaes Head is a captivating coastal feature that combines stunning natural scenery with rich history and abundant wildlife, making it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

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Cemaes Head Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.117063/-4.72981 or Grid Reference SN1350. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View towards Cemaes Head From Poppit Sands
View towards Cemaes Head
From Poppit Sands
Old lifeboat station and breakwater below Penrhyn Castle The first lifeboat house was constructed here in 1849 and was paid for by public subscription following a series of ship wrecks with substantial loss of lives, vessels and cargoes. This one replaced it in 1876 and was in use until 1932, subsequently replaced by the Poppit Sands Inshore Lifeboat Station in 1971. The boat house and the breakwater are now marked Private but there is a PROW up behind it.
Old lifeboat station and breakwater below Penrhyn Castle
The first lifeboat house was constructed here in 1849 and was paid for by public subscription following a series of ship wrecks with substantial loss of lives, vessels and cargoes. This one replaced it in 1876 and was in use until 1932, subsequently replaced by the Poppit Sands Inshore Lifeboat Station in 1971. The boat house and the breakwater are now marked Private but there is a PROW up behind it.
Steps up towards Penrhyn Castle Public right of way at the northern end of Poppit beach, between the old lifeboat station and Penrhyn Castle (private), and leading in this direction to an access lane.
Steps up towards Penrhyn Castle
Public right of way at the northern end of Poppit beach, between the old lifeboat station and Penrhyn Castle (private), and leading in this direction to an access lane.
Cemaes Head View from the northern side of the Teifi Estuary.
Cemaes Head
View from the northern side of the Teifi Estuary.
View over the Teifi estuary towards Pengarn
View over the Teifi estuary towards Pengarn
Sunset over Cemaes Head View across the Teifi Estuary from Gwbert.
Sunset over Cemaes Head
View across the Teifi Estuary from Gwbert.
Pembrokeshire Coast Path above Cemmaes Head A family walk along a short stretch of the coast path, scanned from a slide in my late father's archive; the exact date isn't recorded, but my recollection is that it was around Easter. Cardigan Island is visible in the distance, above my head.
Pembrokeshire Coast Path above Cemmaes Head
A family walk along a short stretch of the coast path, scanned from a slide in my late father's archive; the exact date isn't recorded, but my recollection is that it was around Easter. Cardigan Island is visible in the distance, above my head.
Pembrokeshire Coast Path above Cemmaes Head A family walk along a short stretch of the coast path, scanned from a slide in my late father's archive; the exact date isn't recorded, but my recollection is that it was around Easter. Clearly something in the water had attracted our attention, maybe a seal
Pembrokeshire Coast Path above Cemmaes Head
A family walk along a short stretch of the coast path, scanned from a slide in my late father's archive; the exact date isn't recorded, but my recollection is that it was around Easter. Clearly something in the water had attracted our attention, maybe a seal
Heather and rocks on Cemaes Head
Heather and rocks on Cemaes Head
Cemaes Head Walked off the Pembrokeshire Coast Path to have a look over the edge of Cemaes Head.
Cemaes Head
Walked off the Pembrokeshire Coast Path to have a look over the edge of Cemaes Head.
Cemaes Head From the coastal path.
Cemaes Head
From the coastal path.
Cemaes Head Cemaes Head is the most northerly point of the Pembrokeshire coast.
Cemaes Head
Cemaes Head is the most northerly point of the Pembrokeshire coast.
A dairy herd graze above Poppit Sands This herd of Holstein-Friesians graze the hillside overlooking Poppit Sands, surely a vista not completely lost on them, as those lying down do seem to be facing the view. Anyway, I bet their milk tastes nicer thanks to their environment.
A dairy herd graze above Poppit Sands
This herd of Holstein-Friesians graze the hillside overlooking Poppit Sands, surely a vista not completely lost on them, as those lying down do seem to be facing the view. Anyway, I bet their milk tastes nicer thanks to their environment.
Hillside beside the Pembrokeshire Coast Path This section of the footpath passes hillside where gorse and bracken have taken over. The view is over part of Cardigan Bay towards Cardigan Island.
Hillside beside the Pembrokeshire Coast Path
This section of the footpath passes hillside where gorse and bracken have taken over. The view is over part of Cardigan Bay towards Cardigan Island.
Bluebells on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path The blue of the sea is echoed by the blue haze of the bluebells ahead on the eastern flank of Cemaes Head.
Bluebells on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path
The blue of the sea is echoed by the blue haze of the bluebells ahead on the eastern flank of Cemaes Head.
Bluebells on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path Yellow gorse flowers, blue sea, white cottages, golden sands, green fields now enhanced with a haze of bluebells. A simple palette but all the better for that.
Bluebells on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path
Yellow gorse flowers, blue sea, white cottages, golden sands, green fields now enhanced with a haze of bluebells. A simple palette but all the better for that.
Entrance to Cemaes Head Nature Reserve A wonderfully wild feeling and remote section of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path enters this nature reserve and straightaway you can feel the difference and see the evidence; more beetles stalking the pathway, more birds take flight at your approach, especially skylarks and wagtails and the odd grey seal can be seen bottling off the coast.
Entrance to Cemaes Head Nature Reserve
A wonderfully wild feeling and remote section of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path enters this nature reserve and straightaway you can feel the difference and see the evidence; more beetles stalking the pathway, more birds take flight at your approach, especially skylarks and wagtails and the odd grey seal can be seen bottling off the coast.
A family spot a grey seal off Cemaes Head These families were rooted to the spot having seen first one then two grey seals below. One was basking on a rock but plopped off and the two swam and dived while we all watched with binoculars.
A family spot a grey seal off Cemaes Head
These families were rooted to the spot having seen first one then two grey seals below. One was basking on a rock but plopped off and the two swam and dived while we all watched with binoculars.
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Cemaes Head is located at Grid Ref: SN1350 (Lat: 52.117063, Lng: -4.72981)

Unitary Authority: Pembrokeshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

What 3 Words

///rinse.jumped.piglets. Near Cardigan, Ceredigion

Nearby Locations

King Road Ffrwrn Pwll y Mŵn Cemaes Head

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Located within 500m of 52.117063,-4.72981
Trwyn Cemaes / Cemaes Head
Ele: 189
Name Cy: Trwyn Cemaes
Name En: Cemaes Head
Natural: cape
Wikidata: Q20878109
Wikimedia Commons: File:Cliffs on Cemaes Head, Pembrokeshire Coast - geograph.org.uk - 430187.jpg
Wikipedia: en:Cemaes Head
Lat/Long: 52.117922/-4.731358
OpenStreetMap
Google Maps
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.
West Beacon Point Pembrokeshire
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