Porth

Settlement in Pembrokeshire

Wales

Porth

B4332 at Blaen-morw
B4332 at Blaen-morw Credit: Colin Pyle

Porth, Pembrokeshire is a small coastal village located in the southwestern part of Wales, in the county of Pembrokeshire. Situated on the stunning Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, Porth offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and is known for its picturesque beauty.

The village is characterized by its sandy beach, which is popular among locals and tourists alike for sunbathing, swimming, and water sports. The beach is backed by towering cliffs, providing a dramatic backdrop to the idyllic scenery. Porth's beach is also a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it is home to a diverse range of seabirds and marine life.

Despite its small size, Porth has a range of amenities to offer visitors. There are several cafes, restaurants, and pubs, where visitors can enjoy local cuisine and relax with a drink while enjoying the panoramic views. The village also has a few small shops and a post office for basic necessities.

Porth is an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts, as it is surrounded by stunning natural landscapes. The Pembrokeshire Coast Path, a popular long-distance walking trail, passes through the village, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the rugged coastline and enjoy the fresh sea air. The village is also a great base for exploring other attractions in Pembrokeshire, such as the nearby town of St Davids and its famous cathedral.

Overall, Porth, Pembrokeshire is a charming coastal village that offers visitors a tranquil and scenic retreat, perfect for those seeking a peaceful getaway amidst beautiful natural surroundings.

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Porth Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.037919/-4.555094 or Grid Reference SN2440. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

B4332 at Blaen-morw
B4332 at Blaen-morw
New Years Day celebrations outside The Nag's Head Abercych Carreg-las Morris Dancers performing outside The Nag's Head, a fine hostelry, New Year's Day 2012.
New Years Day celebrations outside The Nag's Head Abercych
Carreg-las Morris Dancers performing outside The Nag's Head, a fine hostelry, New Year's Day 2012.
Holiday cabins, Aberdwylan
Holiday cabins, Aberdwylan
Nags Head Brewery Man with reflective bands around him!!! And a very nice drop of home-brewed beer served in the Nags Head pub next door.
Nags Head Brewery
Man with reflective bands around him!!! And a very nice drop of home-brewed beer served in the Nags Head pub next door.
Bryn Sion Plaque on Chapel wall reads (I think), Bryn Sion, Adeilodwyd 1831,  Adgyweirwyd 1870.
Bryn Sion
Plaque on Chapel wall reads (I think), Bryn Sion, Adeilodwyd 1831, Adgyweirwyd 1870.
Bryn Sion Capel Building on the left, could this be mortuary? as there is access from the road into the lower part of it and above this is a small room for tools and timber for the grave digger or groundsman, accessed from the graveyard.
Bryn Sion Capel
Building on the left, could this be mortuary? as there is access from the road into the lower part of it and above this is a small room for tools and timber for the grave digger or groundsman, accessed from the graveyard.
Lay-by on the B4332 I stopped here for yet another photo of a beautiful Welsh landscape.
Lay-by on the B4332
I stopped here for yet another photo of a beautiful Welsh landscape.
Ger Gelli-deg / Near Gelli-deg Cerddwyr yn dringo'r allt ger Gelli-deg.

Walkers ascending the wood near Gelli-deg (trans. fair grove).
Ger Gelli-deg / Near Gelli-deg
Cerddwyr yn dringo'r allt ger Gelli-deg. Walkers ascending the wood near Gelli-deg (trans. fair grove).
Allt Cil-Frychan Cerddwyr yn dilyn llwybr yn Allt Cil-Frychan.

Walkers following a path at Allt Cil-Frychan (trans. wood of Brychan's nook)
Allt Cil-Frychan
Cerddwyr yn dilyn llwybr yn Allt Cil-Frychan. Walkers following a path at Allt Cil-Frychan (trans. wood of Brychan's nook)
Pen-yr-allt-wen Gweddillion trist ty ffarm Pen-yr-allt-wen.

The sad remains of Pen-yr-allt-wen Farmhouse (trans. top of the fair wood).
Pen-yr-allt-wen
Gweddillion trist ty ffarm Pen-yr-allt-wen. The sad remains of Pen-yr-allt-wen Farmhouse (trans. top of the fair wood).
Ger Pen-yr-allt-wen / Near Pen-yr-allt-wen Cerflun da o bedolau ceffylau ger Ffarm Pen-yr-allt-wen.

A fine sculpture of horseshoes near Pen-yr-allt-wen Farm (trans. top of the fair wood)
Ger Pen-yr-allt-wen / Near Pen-yr-allt-wen
Cerflun da o bedolau ceffylau ger Ffarm Pen-yr-allt-wen. A fine sculpture of horseshoes near Pen-yr-allt-wen Farm (trans. top of the fair wood)
Llwybr Gelli-deg / Gelli-deg Path Llwybr cyhoeddus yn mynd i gyfeiriad Gelli-deg.

A public footpath heading in the direction of Gelli-deg (trans. fair grove).
Llwybr Gelli-deg / Gelli-deg Path
Llwybr cyhoeddus yn mynd i gyfeiriad Gelli-deg. A public footpath heading in the direction of Gelli-deg (trans. fair grove).
Gelli-deg Llwybr cyhoeddus yn mynd heibio i dai mas adfeiliedig Ffarm Gelli-deg.

Public footpath passing the ruinous outhouses of Gelli-deg Farm (trans. fair grove).
Gelli-deg
Llwybr cyhoeddus yn mynd heibio i dai mas adfeiliedig Ffarm Gelli-deg. Public footpath passing the ruinous outhouses of Gelli-deg Farm (trans. fair grove).
Llwybr ger Plas Ffynhonnau / Path near Ffynnone Mansion Llwybr cyhoeddus ger Plas Ffynhonnau.

A public footpath near Ffynnone Mansion (trans. springs)
Llwybr ger Plas Ffynhonnau / Path near Ffynnone Mansion
Llwybr cyhoeddus ger Plas Ffynhonnau. A public footpath near Ffynnone Mansion (trans. springs)
The Nag's Head and adjacent buildings The nearer buildings are in the square; the far end of the pub is not.
The Nag's Head and adjacent buildings
The nearer buildings are in the square; the far end of the pub is not.
Abercych Cerddwyr yn mynd heibio i Dafarn y Nags Head.

Walkers passing the Nags Head.
Abercych
Cerddwyr yn mynd heibio i Dafarn y Nags Head. Walkers passing the Nags Head.
Abercych Ford This ford on Afon Cych is found at Forge-Cych. A video of the ford being crossed can be seen at:
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Abercych Ford
This ford on Afon Cych is found at Forge-Cych. A video of the ford being crossed can be seen at: LinkExternal link
The B4332 in Penrhiw A sharp bend on a fairly steep hill. The minor road straight ahead leads to Abercych.
The B4332 in Penrhiw
A sharp bend on a fairly steep hill. The minor road straight ahead leads to Abercych.
Show me another place!

Porth is located at Grid Ref: SN2440 (Lat: 52.037919, Lng: -4.555094)

Unitary Authority: Pembrokeshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

What 3 Words

///scan.confined.rationing. Near Newcastle Emlyn, Ceredigion

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Located within 500m of 52.037919,-4.555094
Abercych
Is In: Pembrokeshire,Wales,UK
Place: village
Wikidata: Q4666839
Wikipedia: en:Abercych
Lat/Long: 52.0375616/-4.55641
Note: Post Office closed and replaced by a mobile service which parks at the village hall.
Source: OS OpenData StreetView
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Power: pole
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Forge Cych
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 52.0417825/-4.5549229
Ford: yes
Image: https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6135441
Lat/Long: 52.0407174/-4.5541662
Barrier: stile
Fixme: Is this a stile and is it really at this point?
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Direction: SW
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Generator Output Electricity: yes
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Generator Source: solar
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Location: roof
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Generator Solar Modules: 5
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
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