Tan-y-Bwlch, Aberystwyth

Tan-y-Bwlch (Welsh for Under the pass/gap) is a nature reserve and beach located near Penparcau village on the outskirts of Aberystwyth, Wales. The reserve area was designated in 1999 following a public meeting (which attracted more than 100 local people). Owned by the Ceredigion County Council, the 100-acre (0.40 km2) site has two distinct features – the old hill fort of Pendinas and the shingle beach at Tan-y-bwlch. It it the largest Local Natture Reserve in the Dyfi Biosphere. The Wales Coastal Path runs along the top of the shingle bank, linking Aberystwyth to the South of Wales.

Coordinates: 52°23′39″N 4°04′57″W / 52.39425°N 4.08243°W / 52.39425; -4.08243


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