Aber Mawr

Bay in Pembrokeshire

Wales

Aber Mawr

Port Lieuog With adult grey seals and their pups.
Port Lieuog Credit: David Lally

Aber Mawr is a stunning bay located in the county of Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is situated on the west coast of the country and is part of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, renowned for its outstanding natural beauty and diverse wildlife.

The bay is characterized by its large, sandy beach, backed by rolling sand dunes and lush vegetation. It is nestled within a deep, narrow valley, formed by the Afon (River) Aber, which flows into the sea at this point. The river creates a picturesque estuary, surrounded by rocky cliffs and towering hills on either side.

Aber Mawr is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The beach offers ample space for leisure activities such as picnicking, sunbathing, and beachcombing. The dunes provide a habitat for a variety of plant species, including sea holly and marram grass, while the surrounding cliffs are home to nesting seabirds including fulmars and kittiwakes.

The bay is also a favored spot for water-based activities. The river estuary is suitable for kayaking and canoeing, allowing visitors to explore the picturesque surroundings from a different perspective. Fishing is also popular in the area, with the chance to catch sea trout and salmon in the river.

Aber Mawr offers a peaceful and unspoiled environment for those seeking tranquility and natural beauty. With its breathtaking scenery and abundant wildlife, it is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the stunning coastline of Pembrokeshire.

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Aber Mawr Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.868871/-5.3460547 or Grid Reference SM6924. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Port Lieuog With adult grey seals and their pups.
Port Lieuog
With adult grey seals and their pups.
Ramsey Island cave Not sure if this is Ogof Tywood or Ogof Organ.  The rock here is a metamorphic sandstone with strata at what looks to be about a 70 degree incline.  According to our guide this distortion is due to the igneous intrusion to the south which is now Carnllundain.
Ramsey Island cave
Not sure if this is Ogof Tywood or Ogof Organ. The rock here is a metamorphic sandstone with strata at what looks to be about a 70 degree incline. According to our guide this distortion is due to the igneous intrusion to the south which is now Carnllundain.
Pembrokeshire skyline View from the arched doorway of St Non’s Chapel, Ramsey Island silhouetted by the evening sun.

From Ynys Bery, Ynys Cantwr and Foel Fawr on the left, to Carn Llundain, the highest point of Ramsey Island, on the right.
Pembrokeshire skyline
View from the arched doorway of St Non’s Chapel, Ramsey Island silhouetted by the evening sun. From Ynys Bery, Ynys Cantwr and Foel Fawr on the left, to Carn Llundain, the highest point of Ramsey Island, on the right.
Ramsey Island at sunset Across the bay from St Justinian’s.
Ramsey Island at sunset
Across the bay from St Justinian’s.
Carn Llundain The highest point on Ramsey Island.
Carn Llundain
The highest point on Ramsey Island.
Sunset behind Ramsey Island
Sunset behind Ramsey Island
Carreg-gwylan and Trwyn Bendro: Ramsey
Carreg-gwylan and Trwyn Bendro: Ramsey
Trig point on Ramsey Island The rustic triangulation pillar which has an Ordnance Survey flush bracket bench mark serial number S7057 is described in detail at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://trigpointinguk.com/trigs/trig-details.php?t=5580" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://trigpointinguk.com/trigs/trig-details.php?t=5580">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Trig point on Ramsey Island
The rustic triangulation pillar which has an Ordnance Survey flush bracket bench mark serial number S7057 is described in detail at LinkExternal link
Carnllundain, Ramsey Island
Carnllundain, Ramsey Island
Carnysgubor and The Bungalow, Ramsey Island
Carnysgubor and The Bungalow, Ramsey Island
Aber Mawr Cliffs & Carnysgubor, Ramsey Island
Aber Mawr Cliffs & Carnysgubor, Ramsey Island
Llechau-Uchaf rocks from Ramsey Island
Llechau-Uchaf rocks from Ramsey Island
Aber Mawr, Ramsey Island
Aber Mawr, Ramsey Island
Ogof Colomennod, Ramsey Island
Ogof Colomennod, Ramsey Island
The eastern side of Carnllundain From the trig point, you can see all over the island and also to the mainland, where Whitesands and St David's are clearly visible. In the far distance are the Preseli Hills.
The eastern side of Carnllundain
From the trig point, you can see all over the island and also to the mainland, where Whitesands and St David's are clearly visible. In the far distance are the Preseli Hills.
Path on Carnysgubor The main route to the third highest point on Ramsey Island (Carnllundain has a subsidiary peak higher than this). The view extends over Aber Mawr to Carnllundain with Skomer Island on the far skyline.
Path on Carnysgubor
The main route to the third highest point on Ramsey Island (Carnllundain has a subsidiary peak higher than this). The view extends over Aber Mawr to Carnllundain with Skomer Island on the far skyline.
The summit of Carnysgubor The hill has a small summit ridge with a couple of subsidiary lumps.
The summit of Carnysgubor
The hill has a small summit ridge with a couple of subsidiary lumps.
Subsidiary peak and cairn on Carnysgubor Carn Llidi and Whitesands Bay are very clear on the mainland. The image also shows the flat north eastern corner of the island where most of its farming takes place.
Subsidiary peak and cairn on Carnysgubor
Carn Llidi and Whitesands Bay are very clear on the mainland. The image also shows the flat north eastern corner of the island where most of its farming takes place.
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Aber Mawr is located at Grid Ref: SM6924 (Lat: 51.868871, Lng: -5.3460547)

Unitary Authority: Pembrokeshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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///miles.circus.cargo. Near St Davids, Pembrokeshire

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Located within 500m of 51.868871,-5.3460547
Carnysgubor
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 51.8720446/-5.3434183
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