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Ramsey Sound

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Pembrokeshire

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Ramsey Sound

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

Ramsey Sound is a narrow stretch of water located off the coast of Pembrokeshire in Wales. It connects the Celtic Sea to the south with St. Bride's Bay to the north. The sound is known for its strong tidal currents, which can reach speeds of up to 8 knots during peak flow. These currents create challenging conditions for navigation, making Ramsey Sound a popular spot for experienced sailors and kayakers looking for a thrilling adventure.

The sound is also home to a diverse range of marine wildlife, including seals, dolphins, and a variety of seabirds. The rocky cliffs that line the sound provide nesting sites for seabirds such as puffins and razorbills, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers.

Ramsey Sound is also a designated Special Area of Conservation due to its important habitats and species. The area is protected to ensure the preservation of its unique biodiversity and natural beauty for future generations to enjoy. Whether exploring by boat or admiring from the shore, Ramsey Sound offers visitors a glimpse into the untamed beauty of the Pembrokeshire coastline.

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Ramsey Sound Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.864503/-5.3313619 or Grid Reference SM7023. 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
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.
Aber Mawr Viewed from the south side with Carnysgubor behind it.
Aber Mawr
Viewed from the south side with Carnysgubor behind it.
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Ramsey Sound is located at Grid Ref: SM7023 (Lat: 51.864503, Lng: -5.3313619)

Unitary Authority: Pembrokeshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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///stated.builds.rubble. Near St Davids, Pembrokeshire

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