Cardigan Bay

Bay in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Cardigan Bay

Landing on Bardsey There was a transfer to a smaller boat for the landing. The crossing was by a larger fast catamaran, similar to the one used for trips out of Crinan to Jura, Scarab etc. The boat is heading for the inlet of
Cafn Enlli where there is a slip. — Landing on Bardsey Credit: Richard Webb

Cardigan Bay is a vast inlet of the Irish Sea located off the western coast of Wales, specifically in the county of Caernarfonshire. With its stunning natural beauty and diverse marine life, it is a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike. The bay stretches approximately 50 miles from Bardsey Island in the south to Aberdaron in the north, encompassing a total area of around 300 square miles.

The bay is known for its picturesque landscapes, comprising sandy beaches, rugged cliffs, and rolling hills. It offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. Cardigan Bay is particularly renowned for being a habitat for various marine species, including dolphins, seals, and porpoises. In fact, it is estimated that the bay is home to the largest population of bottlenose dolphins in the United Kingdom.

Caernarfonshire is a county in North Wales, and Cardigan Bay serves as one of its major attractions. The bay is dotted with charming coastal towns and villages, such as Aberdovey, Barmouth, and Pwllheli, which offer a range of amenities and activities for visitors. From water sports like sailing and kayaking to coastal walks and birdwatching, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Cardigan Bay is not only a place of natural beauty but also holds historical significance. The nearby town of Caernarfon is home to the magnificent Caernarfon Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a testament to the region's rich history.

In summary, Cardigan Bay in Caernarfonshire is a stunning coastal area in Wales, offering breathtaking landscapes, diverse marine life, and a range of activities and attractions for visitors to enjoy.

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Landing on Bardsey There was a transfer to a smaller boat for the landing. The crossing was by a larger fast catamaran, similar to the one used for trips out of Crinan to Jura, Scarab etc. The boat is heading for the inlet of
Cafn Enlli where there is a slip.

Landing on Bardsey

There was a transfer to a smaller boat for the landing. The crossing was by a larger fast catamaran, similar to the one used for trips out of Crinan to Jura, Scarab etc. The boat is heading for the inlet of Cafn Enlli where there is a slip.

The main - and only - road on Bardsey Island

The main - and only - road on Bardsey Island

Bardsey view From the farm buildings towards the lighthouse

Bardsey view

From the farm buildings towards the lighthouse

The Old School, Bardsey Island The School House was originally the &#039;old chapel&#039; building for islanders until a more formal school was established in 1875 for the twelve students on the island at the time.

The Old School, Bardsey Island

The School House was originally the 'old chapel' building for islanders until a more formal school was established in 1875 for the twelve students on the island at the time.

Plas Bach, Ynys Enlli These buildings are now used to house the tourists who come to Bardsey Island on vacation

Plas Bach, Ynys Enlli

These buildings are now used to house the tourists who come to Bardsey Island on vacation

Mynydd Enlli ridge A patchwork of fields at the farm, the bay between the main island and Pen Dibyn is where the boat comes in, and the lighthouse is on the flat southern end of the island.

Mynydd Enlli ridge

A patchwork of fields at the farm, the bay between the main island and Pen Dibyn is where the boat comes in, and the lighthouse is on the flat southern end of the island.

Limestone boulders on Mynydd Enlli

Limestone boulders on Mynydd Enlli

Arhoswch! Stop! Warning notice to stop people accessing bird nesting sites between March and September. This is at the top of a very steep cliff on the eastern side of Mynydd Enlli.

Arhoswch! Stop!

Warning notice to stop people accessing bird nesting sites between March and September. This is at the top of a very steep cliff on the eastern side of Mynydd Enlli.

Descending the southern slope of Mynydd Enlli to Pen Cristin

Descending the southern slope of Mynydd Enlli to Pen Cristin

Gully on Pen Cristin

Gully on Pen Cristin

Basking seals at Honllwyn There is a large breeding colony of grey seals on Bardsey and are regularly seen basking on the rocks at Honllwyn. Theirs calls can be heard far and wide - even on the top of Mynydd Enlli.

Basking seals at Honllwyn

There is a large breeding colony of grey seals on Bardsey and are regularly seen basking on the rocks at Honllwyn. Theirs calls can be heard far and wide - even on the top of Mynydd Enlli.

Track to the lighthouse on Bardsey Island

Track to the lighthouse on Bardsey Island

Squills as far as the eye can see A beautiful Spring meadow near the lighthouse on Bardsey, Scilla Verna mostly, with the odd tuft of sea pink

Squills as far as the eye can see

A beautiful Spring meadow near the lighthouse on Bardsey, Scilla Verna mostly, with the odd tuft of sea pink

Carreg yr Honwy A skerry, (small rocky island) off the west coast of Bardsey Island.

Carreg yr Honwy

A skerry, (small rocky island) off the west coast of Bardsey Island.

Thrift and Squills on Pen Diban

Thrift and Squills on Pen Diban

Bardsey Island Lighthouse Built in 1821, this is the tallest square tower lighthouse in the UK. It was automated in 1987 and is now controlled from Trinity House’s Planning Centre in Harwich. It guides shipping past outcrops of sharp rocks which surround Bardsey Island.

Bardsey Island Lighthouse

Built in 1821, this is the tallest square tower lighthouse in the UK. It was automated in 1987 and is now controlled from Trinity House’s Planning Centre in Harwich. It guides shipping past outcrops of sharp rocks which surround Bardsey Island.

Bardsey Island lighthouse Built in 1821, this is the tallest square tower lighthouse in the UK. It was automated in 1987 and is now controlled from Trinity House’s Planning Centre in Harwich. It guides shipping past outcrops of sharp rocks which surround Bardsey Island.

Bardsey Island lighthouse

Built in 1821, this is the tallest square tower lighthouse in the UK. It was automated in 1987 and is now controlled from Trinity House’s Planning Centre in Harwich. It guides shipping past outcrops of sharp rocks which surround Bardsey Island.

Rocky coastline on the west side of Pen Diban

Rocky coastline on the west side of Pen Diban

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Cardigan Bay is located at Grid Ref: SH1120 (Lat: 52.746152, Lng: -4.8014867)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

Also known as: Bae Ceredigion

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///renew.courts.dignify. Near Nefyn, Gwynedd

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Gaswallt Bae Ceredigion Henllwyn Pwll Hwyaid Cafn Enlli Cardigan Bay

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Located within 500m of 52.746152,-4.8014867

Source: PGS

Lat/Long: 52.7451687/-4.8017767

Source: PGS

Lat/Long: 52.7459917/-4.8021002

Created By: dmgroom_coastlines

Source: PGS

Lat/Long: 52.74756/-4.798656

Pen Dirban

Place: locality

Source: npe

Lat/Long: 52.7462617/-4.8001451

Ogof Diban

Natural: cave_entrance

Lat/Long: 52.7465379/-4.8002874

Ogof Ysteffwl- Glas

Natural: cave_entrance

Lat/Long: 52.7487152/-4.8002078

Ogof Lladron

Natural: cave_entrance

Lat/Long: 52.7462772/-4.8013657

Pen Diban

Ele: 20

Natural: peak

Source: npe

Lat/Long: 52.7466209/-4.8007882

Seamark Fog Signal Category: horn

Seamark Fog Signal Group: 2

Seamark Fog Signal Period: 45

Seamark Landmark Height: 30

Seamark Light Character: Fl

Seamark Light Colour: white

Seamark Light Group: 5

Seamark Light Height: 39

Seamark Light Period: 15

Seamark Light Range: 26

Seamark Light Reference: A 5234

Seamark Light Sequence: 0.3+(1.1)+0.3+(1.1)+0.3+(1.1)+0.3+(1.1)+0.3+(9.1)

Seamark Name: Bardsey

Seamark Type: light_major

Url: https://www.trinityhouse.co.uk/lighthouses-and-lightvessels/bardsey-lighthouse

Wikidata: Q10580915

Wikipedia: en:Bardsey Lighthouse

Lat/Long: 52.7499215/-4.799751

Maen Du

Place: locality

Lat/Long: 52.7451652/-4.8015817

Aeroway: helipad

Lat/Long: 52.7499734/-4.7990038

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

Bae Caerfyrddin Carmarthenshire

Bae Ceredigion Caernarfonshire

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