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Surrounding area

 

Near the Rhiw part of the Llŷn Peninsula, you can explore historic sites like Plas yn Rhiw, walk sections of the Wales Coast Path, visit unique beaches such as Whistling Sands (Porthor) and Porth Iago.

Discover art at Plas Glyn y Weddw, spot wildlife (dolphins/whales), and enjoy watersports or coastal strolls in the stunning, unspoiled landscape of this National Landscape area. 

Wales Coast Path: Walk cliff-top paths for incredible views, access secluded beaches, and explore diverse coastal scenery.

Beaches: Relax at sandy shores like Llanbedrog Beach, find the unique “whistling” sands at Porthor (Whistling Sands), or go paddleboarding at Porth Iago.

Wildlife: Look for dolphins and whales, especially around Bardsey Island (Ynys Enlli). 

Heritage & Culture

Plas yn Rhiw: Visit this National Trust property with its historic house and beautiful gardens.

Plas Glyn y Weddw: Explore this Victorian art gallery set in woodland.

Nant Gwrtheyrn: Discover Welsh language and culture at this heritage centre in a former quarry.

St Hywyn’s Church (Eglwys Hywyn Sant): A historic church on the coast. 

Views & Landmarks

Mynydd Mawr: Hike for panoramic vistas.

Porth y Swnt: A National Trust visitor centre offering insights into the peninsula.

What's around

Nearby manor house Plas-yn-Rhiw

a short 15 minute walk away this National Trust owned manor house has tours of house and grounds and a lovely tea shop

Porth Neigwl bay view

Mynydd Rhiw

Local walks on Mynydd Rhiw offer maximum reward for moderate effort, you may see the wild ponies grazing up there

Sunny view over the welsh mountains from Yr Eifl to Garn Boduan

Big hikes and bigger views

Two favourites this shows Garn Boduan in the foreground with the majestic Yr Eifl (the Rivals) beyond, excellent walking and in 45 minutes you can be up Garn Boduan in the historical neolithic hill fort remains, looking across both sides of the peninsula surrounded by sea. Bracing and beautiful

Porth Ysgo

Shaun Cullis’s view of Porth Ysgo show the charm of this small cove accessible only by climbing down on foot, following the coastal path. Parking is about 30 minutes away. It’s worth it. Perfect for a romantic picnic

Neolithic cave

Located directly behind the cottage next to the footpath running adjacent to the back of the property – is it a burial chamber or was it a pig sty?

A dog looks magestic against the sunrise over the Hell's Mouth Bay

Penmynydd views

a ten minute scramble up a footpath behind the cottage to Penmynydd and you can see across hills to the straits beyond and over to Anglesey. This was a summer sunrise, about 5 am

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