Borth, Upper

Settlement in Cardiganshire

Wales

Borth, Upper

B4353 Princess Street in Borth
B4353 Princess Street in Borth Credit: Mat Fascione

Borth is a small coastal village located in the county of Ceredigion, formerly known as Cardiganshire, in Wales. Situated on the western coast of Wales, Borth lies approximately 7 miles north of Aberystwyth and 20 miles south of Aberdovey. The village sits on the northern shore of the Dyfi Estuary, with the Cambrian Mountains forming a picturesque backdrop to the east.

Borth is known for its beautiful sandy beach, which stretches for almost four miles, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. The coastline is also famous for its fossil-rich cliffs, which date back millions of years and attract geology enthusiasts from all over.

The village itself has a population of around 2,500 people and offers a range of amenities and facilities to cater to both residents and visitors. These include several shops, pubs, cafes, and restaurants, as well as a primary school, a post office, and a train station on the Cambrian Line.

Borth is surrounded by stunning natural landscapes, making it an excellent base for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and birdwatching. The nearby Cors Fochno Nature Reserve is a haven for wildlife, home to a variety of rare and protected species, including butterflies, birds, and plants.

Overall, Borth, Upper, Cardiganshire is a charming coastal village that offers visitors a mix of natural beauty, historical interest, and a warm community atmosphere.

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Borth, Upper Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.476341/-4.055585 or Grid Reference SN6088. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

B4353 Princess Street in Borth
B4353 Princess Street in Borth
Cambrian Terrace and Borth Station Borth Station was built by the Aberystwyth & Welsh Coast Railway, and for a short time served as the terminus of the line, before the line was extended to Aberystwyth.

The terrace on the right was built around the same time, by the entrepreneur Thomas Savin, who was also involved in building the railway. His intention was to take advantage of the railway to develop Borth as a resort. The buildings on the left are modern. Seen on a rainy day.
Cambrian Terrace and Borth Station
Borth Station was built by the Aberystwyth & Welsh Coast Railway, and for a short time served as the terminus of the line, before the line was extended to Aberystwyth. The terrace on the right was built around the same time, by the entrepreneur Thomas Savin, who was also involved in building the railway. His intention was to take advantage of the railway to develop Borth as a resort. The buildings on the left are modern. Seen on a rainy day.
Borth from the promenade The yellow building on the left is the village's post office.
Borth from the promenade
The yellow building on the left is the village's post office.
Borth Beach from the promenade Looking towards Upper Borth and the two cliffs, Craig yr Wylfa and Craig y Delyn. Borth's war memorial sits atop the former.
Borth Beach from the promenade
Looking towards Upper Borth and the two cliffs, Craig yr Wylfa and Craig y Delyn. Borth's war memorial sits atop the former.
Site of the Cambrian Hotel, Borth On the left of the building, a plaque which states 'Uppingham School in Grateful Memory of 1876 and 1877'.

This simple statement is a clue to a very important event which links  the history of Borth and Uppingham school in Rutland. The story is told in the description for <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6817576">SN6189 : Uppingham School Memorial, Borth</a>.

The Cambrian Hotel was demolished in 1976.
Site of the Cambrian Hotel, Borth
On the left of the building, a plaque which states 'Uppingham School in Grateful Memory of 1876 and 1877'. This simple statement is a clue to a very important event which links the history of Borth and Uppingham school in Rutland. The story is told in the description for SN6189 : Uppingham School Memorial, Borth. The Cambrian Hotel was demolished in 1976.
Looking north from Borth station A mile of quite straight track skirting Cors Fochno [bog].
Looking north from Borth station
A mile of quite straight track skirting Cors Fochno [bog].
Borth Promenade
Borth Promenade
Shingle beach at Borth
Shingle beach at Borth
St. Matthew's Church, Borth Seen on the drier part of a fairly damp day.
St. Matthew's Church, Borth
Seen on the drier part of a fairly damp day.
Lane from St. Matthew's Church to Borth Although open to vehicles, vehicular access to the church is encouraged to use a newly tarred lane to the south, which has a more satifactory railway crossing.
Lane from St. Matthew's Church to Borth
Although open to vehicles, vehicular access to the church is encouraged to use a newly tarred lane to the south, which has a more satifactory railway crossing.
Footpath across the hills Leading from Llandre to Borth.
Footpath across the hills
Leading from Llandre to Borth.
On the path from Llandre to Borth Above Coed Tynyllechwedd with a view towards the Dyfi Estuary.
On the path from Llandre to Borth
Above Coed Tynyllechwedd with a view towards the Dyfi Estuary.
Gate on the hillside On the path from Llandre to Borth.
Gate on the hillside
On the path from Llandre to Borth.
Borth  Viewed from near Cilolwg on the old road from Llandre.
Borth
Viewed from near Cilolwg on the old road from Llandre.
Above Borth The elevated St Matthew Church is seen on the right. Further on are Ynyslas and the Dyfi Estuary.
Above Borth
The elevated St Matthew Church is seen on the right. Further on are Ynyslas and the Dyfi Estuary.
Path becomes a metalled road By Cillolwg farm, above Borth.
Path becomes a metalled road
By Cillolwg farm, above Borth.
Minor roads crossing  In the hills above Borth.
Minor roads crossing
In the hills above Borth.
Minor road heading down to Upper Borth
Minor road heading down to Upper Borth
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Borth, Upper is located at Grid Ref: SN6088 (Lat: 52.476341, Lng: -4.055585)

Unitary Authority: Ceredigion

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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