Porth-Gain

Settlement in Pembrokeshire

Wales

Porth-Gain

Cerrig Gwylan From a Lichen-encrusted Mainland These two rocky islets are popular with seabirds (Kittiwake, Cormorant and Black-backed Gulls). The brightly coloured lichen in the foreground covers the mainland rocks. — Cerrig Gwylan From a Lichen-encrusted Mainland Credit: Anthony Parkes

Porth-Gain is a small coastal village located in Pembrokeshire, Wales. Situated on the western edge of the country, Porth-Gain is known for its picturesque beauty and rich history. The village is nestled between the rugged cliffs of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and the stunning coastline of Cardigan Bay.

Porth-Gain is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, offering a tranquil and idyllic atmosphere. The village is home to a small harbor, which was once a bustling center for the local slate and granite industries during the 19th century. Visitors can still see remnants of this industrial past, including the old lime kilns and quarry buildings that now form part of the village's charm.

The village is also renowned for its stunning beach, which is a haven for walkers, surfers, and wildlife enthusiasts. The coastal path that winds its way through Porth-Gain offers breathtaking views of the surrounding cliffs and is a favorite spot for birdwatching.

In terms of amenities, Porth-Gain boasts a charming pub and a couple of cafes, offering visitors a chance to relax and enjoy the local cuisine. The village is also home to a small art gallery and a pottery studio, showcasing the creative talents of the local community.

Overall, Porth-Gain is a hidden gem in Pembrokeshire, offering visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse themselves in the beauty of nature and the tranquility of a traditional Welsh village.

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Porth-Gain Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.947577/-5.177368 or Grid Reference SM8132. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cerrig Gwylan From a Lichen-encrusted Mainland

These two rocky islets are popular with seabirds (Kittiwake, Cormorant and Black-backed Gulls). The brightly coloured lichen in the foreground covers the mainland rocks.

Anthony Parkes

Cerrig Gwylan

These two rocky islets are popular with seabirds (Kittiwake, Cormorant and Black-backed Gulls).

Anthony Parkes

Cerrig Wylan

Seen from the nearby headland, it is not entirely clear that there are two islands lying offshore.

Oliver Dixon

Cerrig Gwylan

These small islands and the headland on the right of the picture are the entire land of this grid square.

Rob Burke

Hare's foot clover (Trifolium arvense)

A low-growing plant that likes sandy soil, seen here on the sea cliffs above Traeth Llyfn. Its soft downy flower heads turn from pinkish-purple to silvery-beige as they mature.

Natasha Ceridwen de Chroustchoff

Rock samphire (Crithmum maritimum)

This plant, with the fleshy leaf spikes and knobbly greeny-yellow flowers growing in the crevice behind the sea campion in the foreground, was the one whose perilous collection from the sea cliffs Shakespeare described as a 'dreadful trade'. It has long been used as a pickling vegetable and was once supplied in large quantities to London markets. Nowadays it has been rediscovered by wild food enthusiasts, for example see Link

It is sometimes confused with the marsh samphire or glasswort (Salicornia sp.) that may be seen on fishmongers' slabs. The name samphire comes from the French 'herbe de St Pierre' because of its rocky habitat, and by further association it was deemed beneficial for kidney stone ailments! It is in fact a succulent member of the carrot family, adapted for arid conditions.

Natasha Ceridwen de Chroustchoff

Cerrig Gwylan

From the beach west of Porthgain. You will need to climb down the metal steps to get onto the beach.

Colin Hoskins

Fields near Trefin

Looking westward across Aber Draw from the footpath joining Trefin with the coast path.

E Gammie

Sawn slate wall, Porthgain

Dylan Moore

Navigation aids, Porthgain

Chris Andrews

Quarry buildings, above Porthgain

Chris Andrews

Traeth Llyfn

Chris Andrews

Navigation aids, Porthgain

These two stone markers stand high above the narrow entrance to Porthgain harbour, which might otherwise be difficult to spot from the sea. The nearer (east) marker is circular in cross-section whereas the further one is square. I confess that I do not really see much point in this: from a distance out at sea it would be difficult to distinguish the cross-section, and once you have identified both markers you know that you want to navigate between them!

David Purchase

Ynys-fach from the west

A small tidal island well seen from the Pembrokeshire Coast Path.

David Purchase

Sea Pink Covered Cliff-tops above Traeth Llyfn

Anthony Parkes

Porth-gain from the Coastal Path

Anthony Parkes

Gun from the Liberty Ship 'Dan Beard'

The gun, which once belonged to the American Liberty Ship, Dan Beard, was found by divers off the northern coast of Pembrokeshire. The ship was returning from the Normandy landings when it fell prey to a German U-Boat in December 1944. A total of 29 men lost their lives. Now the gun has been placed on display in the tiny harbour village of Porthgain

Anthony Parkes