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Things to see in Cardigan (United Kingdom): 67 places and when to go
Cardigan is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 67 places in and around it, mainly History (37), Nature (18), Mountains (10). The best known are Pentre Ifan, Cardigan Castle and Cardigan Island. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 29 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 31. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 52.084, -4.6614
- Places
- 67 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (37) · Nature (18) · Mountains (10) · Wildlife (8) · Temples (7) · Food and drink (6)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- BRS Bristol, 155 km as the crow flies
What to see in Cardigan
The places in and around Cardigan, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Pentre IfanNeolithic dolmen in the civil parish of Nevern, Pembrokeshire, Wales12 km
- Cardigan CastleGrade I listed castle in Cardigan, United Kingdom275 m
- Cardigan IslandIsland in Ceredigion, Wales5.7 km
- Cilgerran CastleGrade I listed castle in Cilgerran, Wales3.5 km
- Castell HenllysHillfort in Pembrokeshire9.3 km
- National Wool MuseumMuseum of the woollen industry in Dre-fach Felindre, Wales, United Kingdom19 km
- Foel DrygarnHillfort in Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK13 km
- Carn MenynHill (365m) in Pembrokeshire14 km
- Carreg Coetan ArthurNeolithic burial chamber near Newport, Pembrokeshire, Wales14 km
- Our Lady of CardiganCatholic national shrine of Wales700 m
- Poppit SandsSmall, dispersed settlement in Wales3.5 km
- Mynydd CarningliHill (346m) in Pembrokeshire15 km
- Cemaes HeadHeadland and nature reserve in north Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK5.7 km
- Castell MalgwynGrade II listed country house hotel in Cilgerran, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK4.5 km
- Abbey of St Mary, St DogmaelsAbbey in Pembrokeshire, Wales1.4 km
- Albro CastleGrade II* listed building in Pembrokeshire1.8 km
- Banc-y-WarrenSite of Special Scientific Interest in Wales3.0 km
- Bedd ArthurStanding stones14 km
- Cardigan GuildhallBuilding in Cardigan, Wales3 m
- Castell NadoligHillfort in Ceredigion13 km
- Manordeifi Old ChurchChurch in Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK5.9 km
- Parc-y-DomenMotte in Cenarth, Carmarthenshire, Wales10 km
- St Brynach's Church, NevernChurch in Nevern, Pembrokeshire, Wales11 km
- The Black Lion Hotel, High StreetGrade II listed building in Cardigan144 m
And the other 43, by what you come to do:
- History: Blaenannerch round barrow, Old Shire Hall, Cardigan, Carn Ingli Round Barrows, Castell Mawr Hillfort, Castle Green House, Maen Corbalengus, Ffynone House, The Emlyn Arms Hotel, Including attached Ranges Each Side & Rear Outbuildings, Bridge Street/Heol Y B, Newport Castle, Pembrokeshire, Pont Treseli, Church of St Dogfael, Meline, Allt-y-Rheini Bed & Breakfast, The Angel Hotel, St.Mary's Street, Bwthyn Barri, Llwyn-Ysgaw Waterwheel, Llwyn-Ysgaw, Rehoboth Baptist Church, Snail Trail Handweavers B&B, Church of Saint Clydai, Y Felin
- Nature: Ceibwr Bay, Coedmor National Nature Reserve, Teifi Marshes Nature Reserve, Tŷ Canol National Nature Reserve, Carn Bica, SW of Penygroes, Carn Gyfrwy, Carn Sian, Coed y Mwldan Nature Reserve, Crugllwyn Camp, Foel-y-Mwnt, Pen Trebared, Pencelli Forest National Nature Reserve
- Museums and art: Internal Fire Museum of Power
- Temples: Eglwys Annibynnol Llwyn-yr-hwrdd
- Beaches: Mwnt beach, Tresaith Beach, Penbryn Beach
- Food and drink: Bluestone Brewing Co., Dà Mhìle Distillery, Gogerddan Arms, Mantle Brewery, Nag's Head Brewery
- Diving: Suandra
- Hiking: Wales Coast Path (Pembrokeshire) link
When to go to Cardigan
The best time to visit Cardigan is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not8:00
- FebPossible9:39
- MarPossible11:31
- AprBest time13:38
- MayBest time15:27
- JunBest time16:29
- JulBest time16:03
- AugBest time14:27
- SepBest time12:23
- OctPossible10:20
- NovBetter not8:28
- DecPossible7:31
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 29 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 31. In June, 67 of the 67 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Cardigan
The nearest main airport is Bristol Airport (BRS, Bristol), 155 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Capel Dewi12 places28 km
- Kilgetty29 places38 km
- Pembrokeshire Coast Path20 places39 km
- Cross Inn24 places41 km
- Llanarthne25 places44 km
- Milford Haven20 places49 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Cardigan?
The best known: Pentre Ifan, Cardigan Castle, Cardigan Island, Cilgerran Castle, Castell Henllys. In all, 67 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Cardigan?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 29 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 31.
How do you get to Cardigan?
The nearest main airport is Bristol Airport (BRS), 155 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Cardigan as the destination and these 67 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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