things to do
things to do
Located on the outskirts of the rural hamlet of Oakford, we are perfectly located for easy access to the popular and bustling coastal town of Aberaeron and the picturesque harbour village of New Quay where on a change of tide, the dolphins can often be seen from the quay wall in the harbour.
The coast road is almost on our doorstep, offering easy access to the whole county of Ceredigion and the surrounding region.
Nine Oaks is close to the Aeron Valley route from Aberaeron to Lampeter and the Ceredigion coastal path.
We have storage facilities large enough to hold several bicycles and a cycle route is right outside. The storage facilities will also hold plenty of fishing tackle or you can hire what you need here.
CHOOSE A DESTINATION
IN AND AROUND
NEW QUAY
BOAT TRIPS AND DOLPHIN WATCHING
Sit in one of the cafes overlooking the harbour and watch the dolphins.
Sail from New Quay on a boat trip to see the dolphins, porpoise, seals and other fascinating marine life along the Cardigan Bay Heritage Coast – Boat Trips and Dolphin Watching – Cardigan Bay (cardigan-bay.com)
WALKS AND EXPLORATION
Ceredigion County Council provide an excellent map and detailed walk for you to follow the Dylan Thomas Trail which takes in many interesting sites around New Quay and is a great way of exploring this colourful seaside town – DylanThomasTrail.pdf (cardigan-bay.com)
Follow this link for more Cardigan Bay Coast Path walks and hikes – Coast Path Walks and Hikes – Cardigan Bay west Wales (cardigan-bay.com)
FESTIVALS AND EVENTS
For details of festivals and events around New Quay follow this link – Whats On Cardigan Bay – Information To Plan Your Stay (cardigan-bay.com)
BEACHES
New Quay Beaches – New Quay Beaches and Dolphin Spotting – Cardigan Bay (cardigan-bay.com)
OTHER
Derwen International Welsh Cob Centre is just one of many Welsh Cob studs in the area. A popular annual event is the Aberaeron Festival of Welsh Cobs usually held in August. This show attracts Welsh Cob and horse enthusiasts from far and wide. To be followed a while later with the Aberaeron Carnival, lead by a jazz band. The procession starts at 1.30pm from the Harbour Master Hotel on the quayside – derwencobs.co.uk
If bees are your thing, the New Quay Honey Farm is a couple of miles away which explores the fascinating world of the Honeybee and Ants. There is an on-site shop, tearoom and meadery – New Quay Honey Farm (thehoneyfarm.co.uk)
Watersports are available at Cardigan Bay Watersports – Cardigan Bay Watersports
IN AND AROUND
Aberaeron
HORSE RIDING
Horse riding is available at Celaeron Riding Centre, I mile from Nine Oaks and Rheidol Riding Centre – Celaeron Equestrian Centre – Celaeron Equestrian Centre
GOLF
A Golf course is available at Penrhos Golf Club in Llanrhystud 10 miles away – Golf at Penrhos Park | Aberystwyth | Ceredigion
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ABERYSTWYTH
(35 mins away)
Aberystwyth is a University Town and the largest town in mid-Wales. At the southern end of the promenade are the ruins of Aberystwyth 13th Century Castle. The town has a full range of shops and services and is the starting point for two combined walking and cycling trails. It also has a seaside award beach with toilets and refreshments – Aberystwyth South Beach | VisitWales
NATIONAL LIBRARY OF WALES
National Library of Wales for guided tours, events and exhibitions – Home | The National Library of Wales
CLIFF RAILWAY
Aberystwyth Cliff Railway – Welcome to the Aberystwyth Cliff Railway | Wales | UK
LIVE MUSIC AND COMEDY
Aberystwyth Arts Centre for live music, stand-up comedy acts, arts centre, productions of theatre and dance, cinema, art rooms and classes and exhibitions – Aberystwyth Arts Centre
FAMILY FUN
Childrens Activity Centre including Nature Walk, Picnic Area, Bumper Boats, Pedal Boats, Tractor & Trailer Rides, Roller Races & Model Farm, Pedal Tractors & Trailers, Wooden Adventure Play Area & Animals, Excavator Sand Pit, Go-Karts and Crazy Golf are available at Fantasy Farm Park – Fantasy Farm Park – Fantasy Farm Park, Llanrhystud, Ceredigion
MUSEUM
Ceredigion Museum & Gallery is a celebration of Welsh history and heritage – Home – Amgueddfa Ceredigion Museum
RHEIDOL RAILWAY
The Vale of Rheidol Railway carries you through beautiful scenery to Devil’s Bridge Falls for internationally famous waterfalls, a steam railway, and forest and mountain walks – Devils Bridge Falls
SLATE MINE
Corris Mine Explorers steps back in time for you to explore the workings of an old Welsh slate mine. Take a walk back to 1836 through the vast underground caverns of the disused mine, see the tools, candles and even a pack of cigarettes. It feels as if the miners have just gone and left everything behind – Underground mine exploration trips Mid Wales (corrismineexplorers.co.uk)
RED KITE FEEDING
Watch the Kites being fed. There is also a coffee shop, gift shop, picnic site and farm trail on site – Red Kite Feeding – Gigrin Farm!
VISITOR CENTRE
Watch Red Kites being fed, go walking, go mountain biking or use the skills park, go running, go horse riding at the Bwlch Nant yr Arian Visitor Centre in Aberystwyth – Bwlch Nant yr Arian Visitor Centre | VisitWales
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Tregaron & Lampeter
HISTORIC HOME
Llanerchaeron Historic House, walled garden, farmyard, lake, second-hand bookshop and café.
WORKSHOPS
Workshops including Willow Weaving, Photography, Ecology, Bird Identification, Needle Felting, Rag Rugs, Bushcraft and keeping chickens are available at Denmark Farm Conservation Centre.
GOLD MINE
You could go explore the Dolaucothi Gold Mine which has ancient Roman mines located in the valley of the River Cothi, near Pumpsaint. Here you can try panning for gold! – Dolaucothi | National Trust
NATURE RESERVE
Cors Caron is a vast wetland for you to observe wildlife, cycle, walk and horse ride – Cors Caron National Nature Reserve | VisitWales
IN AND AROUND
Llandysul & Newcastle Emlyn
OUTDOOR PURSUITS CENTRE
An Outdoor Pursuits Center is located in Llandysul that include Skiing, Go-Karts, Tobogganing, Archery, Horse Riding, Swimming, Quad Bikes, Ropes Course, Trampoline, Zip Run, Orienteering, Treasure Hunt, Rollerblading, Team Building, Problem Solving, Sports Hall and Nature Walk.
Evening activities include Folk Dancing, Coastal Walk, Potted Games, Quiz, Bingo, Egg Protector, Night Line, Singing, Disco, Olympic Games, Blind Date, guest speakers and more.
NATIONAL WOOLLEN MUSEUM
The National Woollen Museum is located near Newcastle Emlyn is worthy of a visit for you to find out about the Welsh woollen industry and history – National Wool Museum | National Museum Wales
PAINTBALL & LAZER COMBAT
Paintballing and lazer combat is available at Cenarth Paintball – A Site About The Game Of Paintball – Cenarth-adventure.co.uk
IN AND AROUND
ABERPORTH
Set picturesquely overlooking two sandy beaches, the resort village of Aberporth is one of West Wales’ most favoured family holiday locations, popular with divers and boating people. Bottlenose dolphins are seen frequently close to shore, with rare sightings of Orcas and Harbour Porpoises. Sunfish and Basking Sharks are often seen offshore in the summer. Follow this link for what’s on in Aberporth – Aberporth information for residents and visitors (about-aberporth.co.uk)
GIN DISTILLERY
The Welsh Wind Distillery specialises in the production of premium spirits including gin and Welsh whiskey. The distillery houses a shop and offers gin-making and gin-tasting experiences to visitors – In The Welsh Wind – Gin Distillery West Wales
BEACHES
Penbryn Beach is in a rural and unspoilt location with few facilities in the immediate area making it perfect for star gazing or just having a quiet spot to relax or stroll – Penbryn Beach Cardigan Bay Information and Facilities (cardigan-bay.com)
Aberporth Beaches – Aberporth Beach Cardigan Bay – Cardigan Bay (cardigan-bay.com)
Llangranog Beach – Llangrannog Beach Cardigan Bay – Cardigan Bay (cardigan-bay.com)
Tresaith Beach – Tresaith Beach Cardigan Bay Rockpools and Waterfall (cardigan-bay.com)
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CARDIGAN
Cardigan has a recently renovated castle, fashionable boutiques, traditional shops and places to eat and socialise. There is a wealth of local food producers in the surrounding area and their produce is found on many menus throughout the town. It also boasts an annual River & Food Festival in August.
CARDIGAN CASTLE
THEATRES
Theatre Mwldan – Mwldan
Small World Theatre – Small World Theatre
GOLF
BEACHES
National Trust Mwnt Beach – Mwnt Beach | VisitWales
Poppit Sands Beach is popular for Windsurfing, kayaking, surfing and wildlife watching – Poppit Sands Beach Cardigan Bay Wales Information (cardigan-bay.com)
CILGERRAN CASTLE
Another National Trust property is at Cilgerran Castle. A striking 13th Century ruined castle – Cilgerran Castle | Cadw (gov.wales)
A LITTLE FURTHER AWAY
Around 1 hour away is Oakwood Theme Park, the largest theme park in Wales – Oakwood Theme Park
Not far from Oakwood Theme Park is Folly Farm, a family adventure park – Folly Farm Adventure Park and Zoo 🏆 Family Favourites Award Winner (folly-farm.co.uk)
