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Cribinau

Bay in Pembrokeshire

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Cribinau

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 Credit: E Gammie

Cribinau is a small island located off the coast of Pembrokeshire, Wales. Also known as Cribinau Bay, it is situated in the Irish Sea, approximately 1.5 miles southwest of the village of Aberffraw. The island measures roughly 0.5 acres and is accessible only by boat or during low tide when a causeway appears.

The main feature of Cribinau is the ancient St. Cwyfan's Church, which is often referred to as the Church in the Sea. Built in the 12th century, this small stone church stands on a rocky outcrop and is surrounded by the sea during high tide. The structure is famous for its unique location and picturesque setting, attracting visitors from all around the world.

The island itself is uninhabited and offers stunning views of the surrounding coastline, with rugged cliffs and a diverse range of marine life. It is a popular spot for birdwatching, as numerous seabirds nest on the cliffs, including guillemots, razorbills, and kittiwakes.

Visitors to Cribinau can explore the island and its church, which is still occasionally used for services and weddings. The historic nature of the church and its isolated location create a sense of tranquility and spirituality that adds to the island's allure.

Overall, Cribinau, Pembrokeshire is a unique and beautiful destination, offering a glimpse into Wales' rich history and natural beauty.

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Cribinau Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.967544/-5.1037998 or Grid Reference SM8634. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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.
Pebble Beach, Aberbach, 1989 View from Carreg Golchfa of the pebble bank at Aberbach on a hot and sunny day in 1989.
Pebble Beach, Aberbach, 1989
View from Carreg Golchfa of the pebble bank at Aberbach on a hot and sunny day in 1989.
Aber Bach
Aber Bach
Abercastle
Abercastle
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
What an amazing place to live
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
Ruin near Aber Bach The ruined cottage is located by the path to Aber Bach beach between Garn Barcud and Aber-bach cottages, on the north side of the valley above Felin Fawr (Great Mill). This is the front view of the ruin which was abandoned around the late 19th century. It is not marked on present OS maps, but on the 1889 OS map (1:2500), the name Temple appears between Garn Barcud and Aber-bach. In the 19th century census returns for the parish of Granston, the name Pantyffynnon appears between Garn Barcud and Aber-bach cottage entries. The last record of occupants living in Temple or Pantyffynnon was in the 1881 census.
Ruin near Aber Bach
The ruined cottage is located by the path to Aber Bach beach between Garn Barcud and Aber-bach cottages, on the north side of the valley above Felin Fawr (Great Mill). This is the front view of the ruin which was abandoned around the late 19th century. It is not marked on present OS maps, but on the 1889 OS map (1:2500), the name Temple appears between Garn Barcud and Aber-bach. In the 19th century census returns for the parish of Granston, the name Pantyffynnon appears between Garn Barcud and Aber-bach cottage entries. The last record of occupants living in Temple or Pantyffynnon was in the 1881 census.
Aber Bach A steep pebble beach and a calm blue sea. I guess it's not always like this!
Aber Bach
A steep pebble beach and a calm blue sea. I guess it's not always like this!
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.
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Cribinau is located at Grid Ref: SM8634 (Lat: 51.967544, Lng: -5.1037998)

Unitary Authority: Pembrokeshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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