Cwta Aber

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Pembrokeshire

Wales

Cwta Aber

Tresinwen, approaching from Strumble Head
Tresinwen, approaching from Strumble Head Credit: Christopher Hilton

Cwta Aber is a picturesque area located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, known for its stunning sea views, estuary, and creek. Situated along the western coast of Wales, it offers a tranquil and serene setting for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful escape.

The area boasts a beautiful coastline, with its dramatic cliffs and rocky shores providing breathtaking views of the sea. Visitors can enjoy long walks along the coast, taking in the fresh sea air and observing the diverse marine life that inhabits the area.

Cwta Aber is also home to a scenic estuary, where a river meets the sea. This estuary is a haven for birdwatchers, as it attracts a wide variety of bird species, including waders, gulls, and herons. The estuary is an important habitat for these birds, as well as other wildlife, making it a popular spot for nature lovers.

In addition to the estuary, Cwta Aber is well-known for its picturesque creek. The creek provides a tranquil environment for boating and fishing, and its calm waters are ideal for kayaking and paddleboarding.

The area surrounding Cwta Aber offers several walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the diverse landscapes and take in the stunning natural beauty. From dramatic cliffs to sandy beaches, there is something for everyone in this charming corner of Pembrokeshire.

Overall, Cwta Aber is a hidden gem in Pembrokeshire, offering a unique combination of sea, estuary, and creek. Its idyllic setting and natural beauty make it a must-visit destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Wales.

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Cwta Aber Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.026344/-5.0720066 or Grid Reference SM8940. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Tresinwen, approaching from Strumble Head
Tresinwen, approaching from Strumble Head
Foxgloves on the Coast Path The coast path to Strumble Head in June
Foxgloves on the Coast Path
The coast path to Strumble Head in June
White House at Tresinwen
White House at Tresinwen
Cottages at Tresinwen A pretty little hamlet on the road to Strumble Head
Cottages at Tresinwen
A pretty little hamlet on the road to Strumble Head
Carreg Gybi
Carreg Gybi
Trwyn Llwyd
Trwyn Llwyd
Porthsychan
Porthsychan
Ynys Onnen A small island close to Strumble Head.
Ynys Onnen
A small island close to Strumble Head.
Strumble Head lighthouse Taken from the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, with part of Ynys Onnen to the left.
Strumble Head lighthouse
Taken from the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, with part of Ynys Onnen to the left.
Strumble Head: stormy shower passing In the bottom right, the Strumble Head lighthouse.
On a day of strong wind, showers were moving fast across the sea; for 10 minutes clouds had blotted out the sun but already they were moving off inland and the sun emerging from behind them.
Strumble Head: stormy shower passing
In the bottom right, the Strumble Head lighthouse. On a day of strong wind, showers were moving fast across the sea; for 10 minutes clouds had blotted out the sun but already they were moving off inland and the sun emerging from behind them.
Carreg Onnen Bay, from Strumble Head: storm shower approaching
Carreg Onnen Bay, from Strumble Head: storm shower approaching
The bridge to Strumble Head lighthouse
The bridge to Strumble Head lighthouse
Strumble Head Lighthouse
Strumble Head Lighthouse
Strumble Head Lighthouse A hazy coastal view to Strumble Head Lighthouse a short stop after bagging Garn Fawr.
Strumble Head Lighthouse
A hazy coastal view to Strumble Head Lighthouse a short stop after bagging Garn Fawr.
The bridge to Ynysmeicl The footbridge across the sound connecting the mainland to Ynysmeicl and Strumble Head Lighthouse.
The bridge to Ynysmeicl
The footbridge across the sound connecting the mainland to Ynysmeicl and Strumble Head Lighthouse.
Strumble Head lighthouse
Strumble Head lighthouse
Strumble Light
Strumble Light
Strumble Light Strumble (not Strumble Head), as the name of the headland, is Old English, and is probably "storm-bill". The map also gets the Welsh name wrong. Pen-caer is the name of the district. The headland is called Trwyn-câr = "nose (or ness) of Pencaer".
Strumble Light
Strumble (not Strumble Head), as the name of the headland, is Old English, and is probably "storm-bill". The map also gets the Welsh name wrong. Pen-caer is the name of the district. The headland is called Trwyn-câr = "nose (or ness) of Pencaer".
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Cwta Aber is located at Grid Ref: SM8940 (Lat: 52.026344, Lng: -5.0720066)

Unitary Authority: Pembrokeshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.026344,-5.0720066
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 52.0290981/-5.0719976
Strumble Head Lighthouse
Man Made: lighthouse
Seamark Landmark Height: 17
Seamark Light 1 Character: Fl
Seamark Light 1 Colour: white
Seamark Light 1 Exhibition: 24h
Seamark Light 1 Group: 4
Seamark Light 1 Height: 45
Seamark Light 1 Period: 15
Seamark Light 1 Range: 26
Seamark Light 1 Sector End: 257
Seamark Light 1 Sector Start: 38
Seamark Light 1 Sequence: 0.1+(2.2),0.1+(2.2),0.1+(2.2),0.1+(8)
Seamark Light Reference: A 5274
Seamark Name: Strumble Head
Seamark Type: light_major
Source: US NGA Pub. 114. 2011-05-26.
Url: https://www.trinityhouse.co.uk/lighthouses-and-lightvessels/strumble-head-lighthouse
Lat/Long: 52.0297692/-5.0736741
Strumble Head
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 52.0291569/-5.0717823
Bench
Backrest: no
Lat/Long: 52.0294054/-5.0701346
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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