Newcastle Emlyn

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Keith Ruffles

Newcastle Emlyn (Welsh: Castellnewydd Emlyn) is a market town located in both Ceredigion and Carmarthenshire, straddled across the River Teifi, located halfway between the towns of Carmarthen and Cardigan.

Understand

A thriving market town, Newcastle Emlyn is an exceptional welsh country town with a bustling community that belies its rural location.

Get in

Newcastle Emlyn lies 10 miles east of Cardigan on the A484.
Although there is no train link to Newcastle Emlyn, it is located at the epicentre of numerous bus routes with many rural activities easily accessible.

See

Newcastle Emlyn CastleAt the centre of Newcastle Emlyn is the ruined 13th century castle, the only native Welsh castle to be built in stone in this area of Wales. Well worth a visit for any day in Newcastle Emlyn, the castle is located in substantial grounds, surrounded on two sides by the River Teifi.
Cenarth Fallscascade of waterfalls
National Coracle Centre
West Wales Museum of Childhood

address: Llangeler
National Wool Museum

address: Dre-fach Felindre, near Newcastle Emlyn, Llandysul, SA44 5UP

Do

cattle marketLocal farmers flock to the cattle market that takes place every Thursday in the central car park. Definitely a highlight for any visit to Newcastle Emlyn.
Newcastle Emlyn swimming pooloffers a wide range of activities including fun swims, aqua aerobics and an active diving club.
Teifi Valley Railwaynarrow gauge railway (work in progress)

Buy

A variety of shops exist in Newcastle Emlyn, everything from local artists to knick knacks and antiques. Its easy to while away a day along the high street.

farmers markettakes places every Friday morning, although be there early to get the best choice as locals and visitors alike can be found purchasing fruit and vegetables from local farms.

Eat

For a tea break during the day, numerous charming cafes are dotted along the high street, offering good quality food. For more substantial repasts, a variety of restaurants including Fish & Chips, Indian, Kebab & Pizza are available.

Bunch of Grapes

phone: +44 1239 711185

address: Bridge St,

Drink

Several pubs offer welcome refreshment, from modern chic to traditional country pubs.

Sleep

Gwesty'r Emlyn Hotel

phone: +44 1239 710317

address: Bridge St.

Go next

Cardigan Bay heritage sites and dolphin boat tours
Brechfa Forest bike routes and forest walks.
Llandysul