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Llŷn Peninsula@walescoastpathwalescoastpath.gov.ukPorth MeudwyLlŷn Peninsula“ The Llŷn Peninsula and Snowdonia (“Eryri” inWelsh), the mountainous region in north westernWales and a national park is a very specialplace and I believe a unique part of Wales.It has everything, sandy beaches, craggy covesand seaside towns that bustle with touristsand locals alike.”RHYS ROBERTS, Wales Coast Path Officer, Llŷn Peninsula.Pwllheli to AberdaronA wild and beautiful area with a peninsula that stretches intothe Irish Sea. It offers a rich and unique heritage of traditionalfarmsteads, little ports, long sandy beaches, bays, sea-cliffsand headlands.Enjoy this 3-day adventure by basing yourself at Pwllheli,alternatively stay en route near the settlement at the end ofeach day.Getting thereThere is a direct, stopping train to Pwllheli from Birminghamand Shrewsbury.Suggested basePwllheli is a bustling coastal town on the edge of an Areaof Outstanding Natural Beauty and ideal location fromwhich to explore.AccommodationThere is a variety of accommodation available.pwllheli.org.uk/stay.htmlTo stay on and-llyn-northwalesEating OutThere is a great selection of restaurants, cafes, pubs andtakeaways in Pwllheli.hafanpwllheli.co.uk/more/eat.html

Llŷn ELIABERSOCHABERDARONHELL’S MOUTHLLANENGANWALK ROUTE-0024Kilometers2Miles4Llŷn PeninsulaTerrainPublic TransportThe Wales Coast Path follows many different types ofsurface from flat sandy beaches to rugged clifftop paths.You should wear clothing appropriate to the terrain andto the predicted weather. For more safety advice go toour website:Details of transport are with each walk, but please check fortimes on Travel Line Cymru traveline.cymru or National Railnationalrail.co.uk or Transport for Wales /wales-coastpath-safety-advice/?lang enThis seasonal bus service is perfect for Wales Coast Pathwalkers, running 5 days a week from April to Octoer fromTrefor to Llanbedrog, with a bookable hail and ride serviceavailable. bwsarfordirllyn.co.uk/DifficultyBus – Bws Arfordir LlynA moderate level of fitness and confidence is required.Baggage HandlersFor those wanting to stay en route, take the strain out of thejourney by using luggage handlers to transfer your luggage toyour next g-carryinghelp/?lang en

Llŷn ELILLANBEDROGWALK ROUTE0ABERSOCH012Kilometers1Miles2Pwllheli to Abersoch 9 milesEnjoy long sandy beaches , stunning arts andheritage and expansive views over Cardigan Bay.StartMake your way to the sea front with the Marinato your left to join the Wales Coast Path. Turn right and followthe path adjacent to the long sandy beach towards Llanbedrog,with its famous colourful beach huts. There is a shop and caféhere where you might want to treat yourself an ice-cream!Usefully there are public toilets nearby, which get greatreviews!The Wales Coast Path passes Plas Glyn Y Weddw Gallery, thisis a stunning arts and heritage centre housed in an impressivegrade II Gothic Victorian mansion with beautiful groundsand a café, ideal to pick up your lunch. It nestles under theLlanbedrog headland with stunning views and even better,it is free to visit!To continue on the walk, climb up through the woods fromthe gallery to visit the “Tin Man”, a metal sculpture who sits atthe top of Mynydd-Tir-y-cwmwd headland and watches overthe beach below. The steps may be a little steep but the viewsfrom the top more than make up for the effort!Follow the headland and enjoy the views.On your descent follow the path down, turn left onto a minorroad and follow the path to the clean sandy beach known asQuarry beach or Traeth Chwarel. Continue on this beach toAbersoch with expansive views over Cardigan Bay.If time and energy allow, you’ll find an abundance of things todo in Abersoch. For the very active there is sailing, windsurfing,jet skiing and canoeing. For those happy to reflect on their walkthere is a café that overlooks the beach, a picnic area, a shop,and public toilets.Return to baseBusThere is a direct bus route (number 18) back to Pwllheli thattakes approximately 15 mins. Times vary and before you leavePwllheli it’s worth checking the timetable for the time of thelast bus back.traveline.cymru

Llŷn och to Hells Mouth 9.5 milesThe coastline here is particularlyglorious, surrounded by abackdrop of the Snowdoniamountains.ABERSOCHLLANENGANStartStart at the family-friendly beach ofBorth Fawr in Abersoch. With the sea infront of you turn right. The Wales CoastPath runs inland across the golf course,behind the dunes that edge the beachbut if the tide is out enjoy the sweep ofgolden sand until you reach the slipwayat Machroes.Looking back at this point, you’llsee the green headland of MynyddTir-y-Cwmwd.At Machroes slipway you’ll find a beachcafé and toilets that you might want totake advantage of (as the rest of thewalk is quite remote). Just before aboatyard at Machroes, where the pathreaches a junction, turn right and verysoon, left, briefly through a woodedarea. Continue on the path which willedge the beach again before headingbriefly inland. Very soon you’ll takeanother left which returns you to thecoastline, where you’ll remain for therest of the walk.The coastline here is particularlyglorious, surrounded by a backdropof the Snowdonia mountains, the pathclimbs high above the sea. If you’re inluck the gorse will be flowering andeven on a dull day the sea beams blueand is home to dolphins and grey seals.Out to sea are St Tudwal’s Islands. Onone stands a lighthouse, on the otherthe remains of a priory. The path runshigh above the sea here and you’ll beexposed to the elements so be sure topack appropriately for the predictedweather. Follow the path around thenext headland and you’ll reach PorthCeiriad beach. A more remote beachthan Borth Fawr, there is a path downto it and, depending on the weather,it is an enjoyable setting for a picnic.Savour the tranquillity that this stretchof coast offers as you continue past asmall ancient burial chamber at TrwynLlech-y-doll.WALK ROUTE00Once around the next headlandthe sea almost fills the view – this isHell’s Mouth, a vast bay and a havenfor surfers!Here the path becomes more remote,it clutches to the slope of the hill bymeans of a narrow path with steep cliffsbelow. The path can be rocky and roughin places so take care. After crossing acouple of small streams, continue downthe slope of the hill where the path nowfollows a lower cliff down to the beach.Follow the Wales Coast Path toPentowyn Dunes and turn right to thecarpark and then turn right onto theroad to Llanengan, passing the villagepub where you can catch the bus backto base.0.51Kilometers0.5Miles1Transport to the startBusTake the number 18 bus from thebus station in Pwllheli to Abersoch.The journey takes approximately15 mins. Times vary so please checkthe timetable before you set off.Return to baseBusTake the number 18 bus fromCanolfan, Llanengan Road, Llanenganback to Pwllheli. The journey takesapproximately 25 minutes. Times varyand buses are not regular so pleasecheck for the time of the last bus backto Pwllheli before you set off.traveline.cymru

Llŷn NGANABERDARONWALK ROUTE001.53Kilometers1.5Miles3Hells Mouth: Llanengan to Aberdaron 12.5 milesEnjoy the vastness of Hell’s Mouth, the gloriousPlas yn Rhiw and a beautiful walk passing historicearth works of hut circles.The Path now turns inland and joins a road for a short timebefore it dips into Porth Ysgo, a pretty, sheltered, sand andshingle cove. Here you will pass an old manganese workings.The waterfall of Pistyll y Gaseg is behind the beach; at its bestafter a bout of heavy rain.StartThe next stretch of the walk follows the cliff tops above morewaterfalls, caves and geological intrigues. The cliffs are quitehigh, and you will be unable to access the beach but, in thedistance, you can see your final destination Aberdaron. At thispoint the path turns inland again, crosses a road to join a trackwhich takes a left, along the side of the Afon Daron which joinsthe sea at the tiny former fishing village of Aberdaron. Afterspending some time on the gorgeous beach there make yourway to catch the bus back to base.From leaving the bus at Llanengan make your way to the carpark at Hell’s Mouth, take the Wales Coast Path to the right,inland. The path zig zags through lush farmland until you reacha narrow road. Turn left and follow the road which is fairlynarrow but it does not last long and is the means of getting tothe next bit of the walk that will inspire and delight.The road will bring you to Plas yn Rhiw, in part, a 16th centurymanor house set in extensive gardens and now owned by theNational Trust. The house was restored from a neglectful pastby three sisters, who bought it in 1938. The views from thegrounds and gardens across Cardigan Bay are spectacularand well worth a visit.After Plas yn Rhiw continue ahead, leaving the road that veersto the right and continue on the signed track path towardsthe sea.Transport to the startBusTake the number 18 bus from Pwllheli to Canolfan, LlanenganRoad, Llanengan. The journey takes approximately 25 minutes.Times vary and buses are not regular so please check timesbefore you set off.This beautiful unspoilt section is access land and owned bythe National Trust. You will pass historic earth works of hutcircles as the path steadily climbs, leaving the vastness ofHell’s Mouth dwindling in the distance.traveline.cymruFrom the brow of the hill you will see another coastline aheadbut continue along the path and around the final headland ofyour walk. Mynydd Penarfynydd, marks the summit a stonyheathland with sea to both sides and on a clear day you cansee Snowdon and Cader Idris.Take the number 17B bus from the Post Office at Aberdaronback to Pwllheli. The journey takes approximately 40 minutes.Times vary and buses are not regular so please check forthe time of the last bus back to Pwllheli before you set off.Return to baseBustraveline.cymru

Llŷn h y PwllPlas yn RhiwAberdaronLlŷn Peninsula Additional Attractions for your stayPlas yn RhiwAbersoch Sailing SchoolPlas Glyn Y Weddw GalleryThe Wales Coast Path passes thisdelightful manor house with ornamentalgarden and wonderful views belongingto the National Trust. The house wasrescued from neglect and lovinglyrestored by the three Keating sisters,who bought it in 1938. The views fromthe grounds and gardens acrossCardigan Bay are among the mostspectacular in Britain. The house is16th-century with Georgian additions,and the garden contains many beautifulflowering trees and shrubs, with bedsframed by box hedges and grass paths.It is stunning whatever the season.Hire a dinghy, kayak or pedalo andexplore Abersoch Bay against abackdrop of amazing scenery of thebeautiful Snowdonia mountain range.This stunning arts and heritage centreis situated in Llanbedrog on thepicturesque Llŷn Peninsula. Housed inan impressive grade II Gothic Victorianmansion, it’s the perfect location toview and buy contemporary Welsh art,enjoy an outdoor theatre performanceor just simply sample a delicioushome-made /AbersochSailingSchool/Bardsey IslandBardsey Island, a wild Welsh island2 miles off the Llŷn Peninsula withrich wildlife, dramatic coastline andfascinating history. Boat trips for a 3-4hour visit to the island leave from PorthMeudwy near Aberdaron.bardsey.orgoriel.org.uk

Welsh), the mountainous region in north western Wales and a national park is a very special place and I believe a unique part of Wales. It has everything, sandy beaches, craggy coves and seaside towns that bustle with tourists and locals alike." RHYS ROBERTS, Wales Coast Path Officer, Llŷn Peninsula. Pwllheli to Aberdaron