Aber Trwyn

Coastal Marsh, Saltings in Pembrokeshire

Wales

Aber Trwyn

Dinas Head Seen from the road from Fishguard to Newport — Dinas Head Credit: Deborah Tilley

Aber Trwyn is a coastal marsh and saltings located in Pembrokeshire, on the western coast of Wales. This unique ecosystem is situated at the mouth of the River Nevern, where it meets the Irish Sea. The area is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

The marsh is characterized by its extensive mudflats, salt marshes, and sand dunes, providing a variety of habitats for different species. The salt marshes are an important breeding ground and feeding area for many bird species, including wading birds such as redshanks, curlews, and oystercatchers. It is also a significant site for wintering wildfowl, attracting large numbers of teal, wigeon, and shelduck.

The surrounding sand dunes are home to a rich array of plant life, including sea holly, sea buckthorn, and marram grass, which help stabilize the dunes and prevent erosion. The marsh itself is home to a range of marine invertebrates, such as cockles, lugworms, and shrimp, which provide a vital food source for many bird species.

Visitors to Aber Trwyn can enjoy a network of footpaths and nature trails that wind through the marsh, allowing them to explore and observe the diverse wildlife. The site is managed by a local conservation organization, which works to protect and enhance the natural habitats and ensure the long-term sustainability of this important coastal ecosystem.

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Aber Trwyn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.027516/-4.893003 or Grid Reference SN0140. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Dinas Head

Seen from the road from Fishguard to Newport

Deborah Tilley

Perilous point

There is some inconsistency between different versions of the Ordnance Survey as to whether this or the next headland is Pen Sidan. Either way, the only reason for scrambling down here was to claim another green square! It's very steep and accessible only via paths made by sheep - and even they sometimes come a cropper, as reported in the local newspaper recently: "Things went a bit woolly for Fishguard's inshore lifeboat crew yesterday afternoon, as they had a sheep on board. The animal had become stranded at the bottom of a cliff near Dinas Head. Fishguard coastguard rescue team was also called to the scene. The baaad sheep was helped aboard the inshore lifeboat, who landed in a safe place. They then delivered the animal to the coastguard team who took her back to the farmer."

Natasha Ceridwen de Chroustchoff