Publications...
Publications Guide A PDF file containing a list of useful booklets describing walks in Ceredigion. Where available, ISBN reference numbers are quoted in order to ease your task in sourcing the material, otherwise a mail order service to UK addresses is offered by Ceredigion's Tourist Information Service - you can also download an order form.
Mail Order Form (UK only) A mail order service to UK addresses is offered by Ceredigion's Tourist Information Service.
Circular Routes...
Teifi Estuary Walks A collection of 5 circular walks in the spectacular Teifi Estuary area. These walks involve sections of the Pembrokeshire Coast National trail and the Ceredigion Coast path as well as the Teifi Marshes National Nature Reserve, the Welsh Wildlife Centre and the Teifi Gorge. Amongst the historic sites visited are the CADW (Welsh equivalent of English Heritage) properties at Saint Dogmael's Abbey and Cilgerran Castle - famously featured in watercolours by Turner and others.
Bwlch Nant yr Arian & Ceredigion Forest Walks Published by Forestry Commission Wales, this bilingual guide (English and Welsh) - in the form of a PDF file - describes some 17 circular walks, mostly on Welsh Assembly Government land across Ceredigion.
Aberaeron - Henfynyw circular walk A circular walk of some 3.5 miles (6km) in length. It follows the coastal path south of Aberaeron before turning inland towards Henfynyw. The route includes some steep climbs.
Rhydlewis area walks and bridleways Rhydlewis nestles in its own shallow valley, through which the Afon Ceri flows towards the Teifi near Newcastle Emlyn. This valley is bounded to the east and south-east by land rising gradually to around 500 feet. The landscape to the north and east is gentler in character. This attractive landscape can be explored on foot, horseback and bicycle. A series of interconnecting routes – public footpaths, bridleways and country roads – lead from the village into the south Ceredigion countryside. The route also passes close-by ancient earthworks at Caerau. From Rhydlewis, the longest circuit is approximately 8 miles (13km) in length. Shorter routes can also be followed.
New Quay to Cwmtydu Coastal Walk This walk gives breathtaking views of Ceredigion's Bay. The full circular walk is approximately 8 miles (13km) long but shorter circular walks from either New Quay or Cwmtydu can also be taken. All routes include some steep climbs and stiles. The route follows a section of the Ceredigion Heritage Coast and links National Trust land at Birds Rock, Cwm Soden and Cwmtydu.
New Quay - The Dylan Thomas Trail A circular walk offering guidance to the places and people that inspired Dylan Thomas in New Quay.
Aberporth - Tresaith A 1.5 mile (2km) coastal walk and reference to other routes in the Aberporth and Tresaith area - includes a section of coastal path from Aberporth suitable for wheelchair users.
Aberystwyth - Constitution Hill A circular walk from Aberystwyth affording spectacular coastal views and nearby woodland. A maximum of 3.5 miles (6km)
"Spirit of the Miners" Series: Bontgoch Circular A 7 mile (11km) circular walk leading from Bontgoch.
"Spirit of the Miners" Series: Cwmsymlog Circular A 5.25 mile (8.5km) circular walk leading from Cwmsymlog.
"Spirit of the Miners" Series: Devil's Bridge Circular A 6 mile (10km) circular walk leading from Devil's Bridge.
"Spirit of the Miners" Series: Talybont Circular An approximately 6 mile (9.5km) circular walk leading from Talybont.
Trefeurig Paths & Bridleways A collection of paths and bridleways in the upland area of northern Ceredigion surrounding Trefeurig. This fascinating area was once dotted with silver lead mines but only a few reminders remain of the industry that gave reason for the establishment of many of the small villages and settlements .
Lampeter - Alltgoch Walk A variety of paths and forest tracks stretch for several miles east of Lampeter along a gently undulating ridge between the River Teifi and its tributary, the Afon Dulas. These routes give panoramic views over the surrounding countryside and can be used by walkers, horse riders and cyclists. They lead through mixed woodland, along leafy lanes and over farmland. The routes pass several Iron Age settlements: Castell Olwen, Castell Allt Goch and Castell Goetre. The longest route is about 6 miles (10km) although shorter options are also available.
Llandysul Area Walks A Carmarthenshire County Council publication describing routes in the Llandysul and Pont Tyweli area.
Linear Trails...
Aeron Valley Way This route follows the beautiful Aeron Valley from Aberaeron to Abermeurig - calling at the National Trust property at Llanerchaeron - before crossing to the Teifi Valley at Lampeter. This 21 mile (34km) route follows both public paths and quiet country roads.
Borth to Devil's Bridge Linear Trail From Borth, near the Dyfi Estuary National Nature Reserve, this route proceeds past the Cors Goch Fochno National Nature Reserve through Talybont, Bontgoch and Cwmsymlog towards the Forest Visitor and Red Kite Feeding Centre at Nant Yr Arian, before proceeding through Ystumtuen towards Cwm Rheidol and Devil's Bridge. In all, the route measures some 18 miles (29km).
"Spirit of the Miners" Series: Devil's Bridge to Pontrhydygroes Linear Trail From Devil's Bridge, the linear route climbs high into the Cambrian Mountains before descending to the old silver lead mining area of Cwm Ystwyth and proceeding through the picturesque landscape of Hafod to Pontrhydygroes (the bridge over the ford of the cross. This route is 6 miles (10km) in length and includes climbs and steep descents.
"Spirit of the Miners" Series: Pontrhydygroes to Pontrhydfendigaid Linear Trail From Pontrhydygroes, the linear route again climbs higher into the Cambrian Mountains before descending to Pontrhydfendigaid (the bridge over the blessed ford). This route is 8 miles (13km) in length
Cenarth to Newcastle Emlyn Country Walk A Carmarthenshire County Council publication describing the country walk linking Cenarth with Newcastle Emlyn in the lower Teifi Valley

WALK-RELATED EVENTS WITHIN CEREDIGION:

FOOD & EQUIPMENT:
On short walks participants should take a snack and a drink. On longer walks, sufficient food and drink for the day should be taken. All routes will probably be muddy and rough, so suitable footwear - stout shoes or walking boots - should be worn. Waterproof clothing is essential and is best carried in a small rucksack. Note that walk leaders may refuse to take on their walks any person not appearing fit enough for the proposed route or who appears not to be properly equipped for the conditions. If in doubt consult the appropriate contact person named on the events list.

PET DOGS:
On most group walks within Ceredigion sheep will undoubtedly be encountered, groups therefore normally request walkers not to bring their pet dogs.

ACCESS TO WALKS FOR NON MEMBERS OF THE RAMBLERS ASSOCIATION AND CLWB CERDDED CRWYDRO CARON. Non-members are normally welcome on walks organised by both the Ramblers Association and Clwb Cerdded Crwydro Caron. Ramblers groups normally expect people to join the Ramblers Association after having followed 3 walks as a guest. Clwb Cerdded Crwydro Caron asks guests to pay a fee of £2.00 per walk and all walkers are asked to share any travel costs. All are welcome but the clubs normally ask walkers to join after their second walk.

PRIOR CONTACT:
Circumstances can and do change, sometimes occasioning an event to be rescheduled or cancelled so please contact the walk leader referred to on the events list prior to attending any of the walks.

THE RAMBLERS’ ASSOCIATION AND CLWB CERDDED CRWYDRO CARON DRAW ATTENTION TO THE FACT THAT THEY ACCEPT NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY LOSS OR INJURY INCURRED DURING THE WALKS DESCRIBED AS BEING ORGANISED BY THEM.

Note that walks described on the events list as being arranged by the organisations referred to occur in and around the immediate confines of Ceredigion, but some walks are arranged further afield. More details may be obtained from these organisations' own websites at:

• Clwb Cerdded Crwydro Caron
• Ramblers Association - Cardigan
• Ramblers Association - Aberystwyth
• Ramblers Association - Lampeter

A: Strenuous:
Experience of hill walking desirable. Will involve steep ascents and descents; mileages shown should not be taken as an indication of effort.
B: Moderate:
May involve steep ascents and descents, but not prolonged.
C:Flat or gentle gradients.

Visit the events page for details of group walks arranged by various Ramblers Association groups and others within Ceredigion.