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Carreg y Frân

Island in Pembrokeshire

Wales

Carreg y Frân

Carreg Sampson A Neolithic burial chamber or cromlech. The capstone lies on three of the six uprights and is approximately 6m by 3m in size.
Carreg Sampson Credit: E Gammie

Carreg y Frân is a small island located off the coast of Pembrokeshire in Wales. The island is known for its rugged cliffs and rocky terrain, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. Carreg y Frân is home to a variety of bird species, including puffins, razorbills, and guillemots, making it a great spot for bird watching.

The island is uninhabited by humans, but there are remains of ancient structures such as a burial chamber and Iron Age fort, providing insight into the island's history. Visitors can explore these archaeological sites and enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding coastline.

Access to Carreg y Frân is limited, with the only way to reach the island being by boat or kayak. The island is not suitable for overnight stays, but day trips can be arranged through local tour operators. Overall, Carreg y Frân offers a unique and remote experience for those looking to explore the natural beauty of Pembrokeshire's coastal landscape.

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Carreg y Frân Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.962749/-5.1069043 or Grid Reference SM8633. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Carreg Sampson A Neolithic burial chamber or cromlech. The capstone lies on three of the six uprights and is approximately 6m by 3m in size.
Carreg Sampson
A Neolithic burial chamber or cromlech. The capstone lies on three of the six uprights and is approximately 6m by 3m in size.
Entrance to the bay Choppy waters at the entrance to the narrow sheltered bay of Abercastle. See <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2018024" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2018024">Link</a> for a comparative view (2010) at a lower tide level.
Entrance to the bay
Choppy waters at the entrance to the narrow sheltered bay of Abercastle. See Link for a comparative view (2010) at a lower tide level.
Aber Castle Boats moored in the narrow bay of Aber Castle with Ynys y Castell on the right, at the mouth of the bay.
Aber Castle
Boats moored in the narrow bay of Aber Castle with Ynys y Castell on the right, at the mouth of the bay.
Cottages by the bay Cottages on the north side of the head of the bay at Abercastle.
Cottages by the bay
Cottages on the north side of the head of the bay at Abercastle.
Boats in the bay Boats moored in Aber Castle with Ynys y Castell to the left, viewed from the Pembrokeshire Coast path.
Boats in the bay
Boats moored in Aber Castle with Ynys y Castell to the left, viewed from the Pembrokeshire Coast path.
Abercastle
Abercastle
Carreg Samson
Carreg Samson
Ynys y Castell A small tidal island guarding the entrance to Abercastle harbour.
Ynys y Castell
A small tidal island guarding the entrance to Abercastle harbour.
Narrow road to Felin Dwarch Beyond the entrance to Morfa Farm, is the narrow single track road with high hedge banks heading for Felin Dwarch and Duffryn Dwarch, which is unsuitable for long vehicles.
Narrow road to Felin Dwarch
Beyond the entrance to Morfa Farm, is the narrow single track road with high hedge banks heading for Felin Dwarch and Duffryn Dwarch, which is unsuitable for long vehicles.
Footpath junction near Abermawr A footpath junction near Abermawr. The way to the right is the official Pembrokeshire Coast Path heading for Penmorfa. The way to the left was part of a road from Tregwynt and Abermawr to Abercastle, but is now a narrow path.
Footpath junction near Abermawr
A footpath junction near Abermawr. The way to the right is the official Pembrokeshire Coast Path heading for Penmorfa. The way to the left was part of a road from Tregwynt and Abermawr to Abercastle, but is now a narrow path.
Penmorfa View of the cliffs on the south side of Trwyn Llwynog below the Pembrokeshire Coast Path near Porth Glastwr. Garn Fawr and Garn Fechan can be seen in the distance.
Penmorfa
View of the cliffs on the south side of Trwyn Llwynog below the Pembrokeshire Coast Path near Porth Glastwr. Garn Fawr and Garn Fechan can be seen in the distance.
Abercastle The sound between Ynys y Castell and the mainland, looking to Pwllcrochan. At low tide it is linked by a causeway.
Abercastle
The sound between Ynys y Castell and the mainland, looking to Pwllcrochan. At low tide it is linked by a causeway.
Harbour cottage What an amazing place to live
Harbour cottage
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Coast Path to Abercastle Heading in an easterly direction
Coast Path to Abercastle
Heading in an easterly direction
Path out of Abercastle Heading for Pwllcochran
Path out of Abercastle
Heading for Pwllcochran
Grain Store Ruin overlooking the Harbour Cargoes out of Abercastle included grain, limestone, butter, honey, corn, and coal. All that now remains of Abercastle's industrial past are limekiln remnants and the ruined grain store seen here above the cottage
Grain Store Ruin overlooking the Harbour
Cargoes out of Abercastle included grain, limestone, butter, honey, corn, and coal. All that now remains of Abercastle's industrial past are limekiln remnants and the ruined grain store seen here above the cottage
Aber Mawr Looking over the pebble beach of Aber Mawr and the valley behind.
Aber Mawr
Looking over the pebble beach of Aber Mawr and the valley behind.
The Western Cliffs of Penmorfa Beyond the promontory of Penmorfa there is a view of the landscape across the bay and several miles to the north.
The Western Cliffs of Penmorfa
Beyond the promontory of Penmorfa there is a view of the landscape across the bay and several miles to the north.
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Carreg y Frân is located at Grid Ref: SM8633 (Lat: 51.962749, Lng: -5.1069043)

Unitary Authority: Pembrokeshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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