Ogof Blawd-ceirch

Bay in Pembrokeshire

Wales

Ogof Blawd-ceirch

St David's Cathedral Credit: Chris Andrews

Ogof Blawd-ceirch is a small bay located on the western coast of Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is nestled between towering cliffs and is known for its rugged beauty and pristine natural surroundings. The bay is situated within the boundaries of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, which adds to its appeal as a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

The bay itself is characterized by its sandy beach, which stretches for approximately 200 meters at low tide. The sand is soft and golden, providing an ideal spot for sunbathing, picnicking, and beachcombing. At high tide, the beach becomes narrower, but it still offers ample space for visitors to relax and enjoy the stunning coastal scenery.

Surrounding the bay are steep cliffs that provide a dramatic backdrop. These cliffs are home to an array of bird species, including fulmars, razorbills, and cormorants. Birdwatching enthusiasts flock to Ogof Blawd-ceirch to witness these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat.

The bay is also known for its rock formations and caves, which are a result of millions of years of erosion. One notable cave is Ogof Blawd-ceirch Cave, after which the bay is named. This cave is accessible at low tide and is a popular spot for adventurous explorers.

Ogof Blawd-ceirch is a tranquil and unspoiled location, offering visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its striking natural beauty and diverse wildlife, it continues to captivate visitors from near and far.

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Ogof Blawd-ceirch Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.869079/-5.2615375 or Grid Reference SM7523. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St David's Cathedral

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St David's Cathedral

St Davids Cathedral

A half-octagonal doorway

In the Bishop's Palace, which was put up by Henry de Gower, a former fellow of Merton College, Oxford and Bishop of St. David's. The only similar mediaeval doorway in Britain is at Berkeley Castle.

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Country road near St David's

View of the narrow country road heading for Trevinert from St David's, near Ysgol Dewi Sant.

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Road junction near St.David's

A road junction, just within the grid square, with the A487 road leading to St.David's. The minor road on the left leads to Trelerw and Caer Bwdy Bay.

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St David's Cathedral

St David's Cathedral is built on the site of St David's 6th century monastery. In 1123, Pope Calixtus II bestowed a Papal “Privilege” upon St David's, making it a centre of pilgrimage for the Western World, the Pope decreed that “Two pilgrimages to St David's is equal to one to Rome, and three pilgrimages equal to one to Jerusalem!”. In response to the need for a larger cathedral, the present building was begun in 1181 and completed soon after but much of it was badly damaged by Parliamentary forces during the Civil War. The West Front was restored by John Nash in 1793 but as this proved unstable, the whole building was restored by George Gilbert Scott between 1862-70. Further parts of the cathedral were subject to restorations in the 20th century. Link

– St David’s Cathedral website

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St David's Cathedral.

– St David’s Cathedral website

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St David's Cathedral

– St David’s Cathedral website

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St David's Cathedral Gatehouse

– St David’s Cathedral website

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Bishop's Palace, St Davids

The imposing ruins of The Bishop's Palace stand next to St David's Cathedral in the tiny city of St Davids in Wales. The palace, as it now stands, was largely the work of Bishop Henry de Gower in the first half of the fourteenth century. By the middle ages, unlike the frugal Saint David who founded the monastery here in the 6th century, the bishops of St David’s enjoyed all the trapping of wealth and influence. The most obvious symbol of their status was this great palace, unequalled anywhere else in Wales. The building's enduring grandeur, even after centuries of neglect, still conveys the affluence and power of the medieval church. Link

- Sacred Destinations

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Bishop's Palace Grounds

The western wall around the grounds of SM7525 : Bishop's Palace, St Davids.

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River Alun

The ford in the river, between SM7525 : St David's Cathedral and SM7525 : Bishop's Palace, St Davids.

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Bishops Palace Courtyard

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St David's Cathedral

Approaching the cathedral from the north. St David's Cathedral is built on the site of St David's 6th century monastery. In 1123, Pope Calixtus II bestowed a Papal “Privilege” upon St David's, making it a centre of pilgrimage for the Western World, the Pope decreed that “Two pilgrimages to St David's is equal to one to Rome, and three pilgrimages equal to one to Jerusalem!”. In response to the need for a larger cathedral, the present building was begun in 1181 and completed soon after but much of it was badly damaged by Parliamentary forces during the Civil War. The West Front was restored by John Nash in 1793 but as this proved unstable, the whole building was restored by George Gilbert Scott between 1862-70. Further parts of the cathedral were subject to restorations in the 20th century. Link

– St David’s Cathedral website

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St David's Cathedral

The west wall of the cathedral, viewed from SM7525 : Bishop's Palace, St Davids. St David's Cathedral is built on the site of St David's 6th century monastery. In 1123, Pope Calixtus II bestowed a Papal “Privilege” upon St David's, making it a centre of pilgrimage for the Western World, the Pope decreed that “Two pilgrimages to St David's is equal to one to Rome, and three pilgrimages equal to one to Jerusalem!”. In response to the need for a larger cathedral, the present building was begun in 1181 and completed soon after but much of it was badly damaged by Parliamentary forces during the Civil War. The West Front was restored by John Nash in 1793 but as this proved unstable, the whole building was restored by George Gilbert Scott between 1862-70. Further parts of the cathedral were subject to restorations in the 20th century. Link

– St David’s Cathedral website

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