Cardigan Attractions
Cardigan/Aberteifi (pop. 4,000) is a busy little market town on the banks of the Teifi (pronounced Tivi), 2.5mi/4km above its mouth. A six-arched bridge, built at the beginning of the 18th century, spans the Teifi, renowned for its salmon and trout, in the town center. Nearby two round towers from a 13th century medieval castle can be seen.
Cardigan, Aberteifi - National Woollen Museum (formerly Museum of the Welsh Woolen Industry)
The Teifi Valley is a traditional base of the Welsh woolen industry. The Museum of the Welsh Woolen Industry in Dre-Fach Felindre informs visitors about the combing and spinning of wool, and about old weaving techniques and patterns.
In addition there are displays focusing on contemporary products in the Welsh mills.
In addition there are displays focusing on contemporary products in the Welsh mills.
National Woollen Museum
Dre-Fach Felindre
Llandysul SA44 5UP
Wales
Dre-Fach Felindre
Llandysul SA44 5UP
Wales
Hours
April 1 to September 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
October 1 to March 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Bro Meigan Gardens
The Bro Meigan Gardens are located just 6 miles from Cardigan on the Preseli Tour route. This is a modern, stylish garden created by its owners. On a walk around the gardens you are presented with a large selection of garden plants and views of the Preseli Hills.
Hours
April 24 to September 25
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Restaurant or food service
Cardigan (Aberteifi - Cilgerran Castle)
Cilgerran Castle features two imposing towers overlooking the River Teif, which is famous for its coracle fishermen. The ruins of 13th C Cilgerran Castle, which was built on a high cliff on the south bank of Teifi Valley, offers a spectacular view.
Cilgerran Castle
Castle House
Cardigan SA43 2SF
Wales
Castle House
Cardigan SA43 2SF
Wales
Hours
April 1 to October 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
November 1 to March 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Day after Christmas, St Stephen's Day, Boxing Day (December 26)
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Day after Christmas, St Stephen's Day, Boxing Day (December 26)
Cardigan Heritage Centre
The Cardigan Heritage Centre is a new visitor and interpretative centre. It is situated on Teifi Wharf in an 18th century warehouse. Through a combination of artifacts, and high-tech, multi-media displays the history of the former county town of Cardigan is told from pre-Norman times to the present. The full history of the Port of Cardigan is also told, beginning with its Medieval origins through to its heyday in the 18th and 19th centuries up to the present.
Hours
March 15 to October 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Facilities
Restaurant or food service
Cilgerran - Welsh Wildlife Centre
The Welsh Wildlife Centre is one of Wales top nature reserves. The 265 acres of land provide a natural habitat to otters, birds, wildflowers and butterflies. It includes a Nature Reserve along the River Teifi and a Water World that is a habitat for mini-beasts and water wildlife.
Hours
April 1 to October 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
November 1 to December 18
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Parking
Pay
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Restaurant or food service
Dyfed Riding Centre
The center offers activities for riders of all levels. Riding trails go through wooded valleys and 120 acres of private farmland. Tuition is also available in riding and show jumping. Unaccompanied children over age 11 are welcome.
National Coracle Centre
The National Coracle Centre in Cardigan houses the world's largest collection of Coracles from around the world. Coracles are hand-crafted skin boats whose style dates back to the ice age and are still used by fishermen on River Teifi.
The centre is located along the beautiful Cenarth Falls and there are excellent views of the Salmon Leap Falls and a 200 year old bridge. You can visit a 17th century flour mill while you are in the vicinity.
The centre is located along the beautiful Cenarth Falls and there are excellent views of the Salmon Leap Falls and a 200 year old bridge. You can visit a 17th century flour mill while you are in the vicinity.
National Coracle Centre
Cenarth Falls
Newcastle Emlyn
Carmarthenshire SA38 9JL
Wales
Cenarth Falls
Newcastle Emlyn
Carmarthenshire SA38 9JL
Wales
Hours
April 24 to October 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 |
| Close | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 |
Parking
Free
Theatr Mwldan
Theatre Mlwdan Cardigan is one of Wales' leading arts and entertainment centers. It offers varied programs covering a wide range of film, dance and music throughout the year.
Hours
Always closed on:
Day after Christmas, St Stephen's Day, Boxing Day (December 26)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Parking
Free
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Restaurant or food service