Pen yr Hwbyn

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Cardiganshire

Wales

Pen yr Hwbyn

Bench with a view as you go east from Mwnt Recently opened when this picture was taken, the section of the Ceredigion Coast Path leaves Mwnt near the small church <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/886615" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/886615">Link</a> and has fine views all the way to Aberporth. Returning westerly, you cannot see the dramatic cliff faces so well. Here you can rest just after leaving (or just before arriving in) Mwnt. This first section is a permissive path. — Bench with a view as you go east from Mwnt Credit: Zorba the Geek

Pen yr Hwbyn is a prominent headland located in Cardiganshire, Wales. Situated along the rugged coastline, it offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding area and the Irish Sea. The name "Pen yr Hwbyn" translates to "the end of the ridge," which accurately describes its geographical formation.

This coastal feature is characterized by its towering cliffs and rocky outcrops, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The headland is primarily composed of sedimentary rocks, including sandstone and shale, which have been shaped over millions of years by the constant erosion caused by the crashing waves.

The headland is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with various seabirds nesting in the cliffs and wildflowers dotting the landscape during the warmer months. The surrounding waters are also teeming with marine life, making it a popular spot for fishing and snorkeling.

Pen yr Hwbyn is easily accessible via a well-maintained footpath that winds its way along the cliff edge, providing visitors with breathtaking vistas at every turn. The headland also boasts a small, secluded beach nestled at its base, which can be reached via a steep and narrow staircase.

Due to its exposed location, Pen yr Hwbyn is subject to strong winds and powerful waves, making it important for visitors to exercise caution while exploring the area. Nonetheless, its natural beauty and dramatic scenery make it a must-visit destination for those seeking an authentic coastal experience in Cardiganshire.

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Pen yr Hwbyn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.134062/-4.6576934 or Grid Reference SN1851. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bench with a view as you go east from Mwnt

Recently opened when this picture was taken, the section of the Ceredigion Coast Path leaves Mwnt near the small church Link and has fine views all the way to Aberporth. Returning westerly, you cannot see the dramatic cliff faces so well. Here you can rest just after leaving (or just before arriving in) Mwnt. This first section is a permissive path.

Zorba the Geek

Ffynnongrog Farm

No longer a working farm; two of the barns are converted to holiday lets, as is the old house. One of the lets has an interesting poster from 1953, advertising the sale of various agricultural implements and farm stock of the time, including a 1934 Morris ('in running order', no less), a Deere tractor, umpteen cattle & pigs, working horses (one of which was in foal) and so on. Times gone by, eh?

Richard Law

Barn conversions at Ffynnongrog

Self catering lets at Ffynnongrog Farm; the left-hand unit sleeps two, the right-hand one will cater for six.

Richard Law

View to cliffs from the coast path near Mwnt

I just missed a bird of prey heading off around this cliff corner at my approach. Just one of many birds and animals seen on my walk along this stretch of coast this morning (including Red Kite pairs, single Buzzard, fox, many snails, quite a few Choughs, but no seals!).

Jeremy Bolwell

On the Wales Coast Path near Mwnt in August

A quiet section of the path that I cannot recommend enough - secluded enough to spot lots of wildlife and scenically pretty varied with a great outlook along the coast and often inland too.

Jeremy Bolwell

Footpath Diversion

At this point the coastal footpath heads inland away from the cliff top. The original intention was for the path to follow the cliff but the landowner successfully challenged this. To be fair there are other sections which are also not that near the sea.

Sandy Gerrard