Tan-y-Bwlch, Aberystwyth
Appearance
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Tan-y-Bwlch ( translates to Under the pass/gap) beach near Aberystwyth, Wales, has a nature reserve. The majority of which is located in the village of Penparcau. The area was designated in 1999 following a public meeting which attracted more than 100 local people. The 100-acre (0.40 km2) site contains the old hill fort of Pendinas. Owned by Ceredigion County Council (Welsh: Cyngor Sir Ceredigion) it is the largest Local nature reserve in the Dyfi Biosphere. The Wales Coastal Path runs along the top of the shingle beach.
External links
- Map sources for Tan-y-Bwlch, Aberystwyth
52°23′39″N 4°04′57″W / 52.39425°N 4.08243°W