Attractions
Country, Coast & Castles
There are lots of things to do within easy reach of Swallows Rest, taking in the countryside, coast & castles.
Visit the market towns of Lampeter, Llandeilo, Aberaeron, Cardigan, Carmarthen or Aberystwyth. Each boasting their unique style and all have lovely independent shops and café, bars and restaurants, making it a challenge to choose between shopping or stopping for coffee and cake! Most have either weekly or monthly Farmers’ Markets too – a great way to sample good local produce.
Cardigan Bay
Active Stays
For those looking for a more active time during their stay, we are 10 miles away from the famous Brechfa Forest mountain bike trails. Brechfa is a perfect destination for both those who want a gentle spin or those who like to high adrenalin ride! All trails show off Brechfa Forest at its best. Don’t forget that we can store your bikes or offer your bike (and you!) a hose-down, if needed. If you’d rather stick to two feet rather than two wheels, there are endless amounts of trails and paths that you can walk. From the front door, you can walk up through our fields to reach over 1000 feet, where on a clear day, you can see all 3 of Wales’ highest peaks – Snowdon, Cader Idris and Pen-y-Fan.
Walkers & Nature's Paradise
We’re just a short drive away from the Welsh Coastal Path, guaranteed to give you spectacular views of the coastline and the wildlife. Take Aberaeron with its pretty painted Georgian houses or New Quay where you can sit with your fish & chips. Further along the coast is Cwmtudy and Llangrannog, with their infamous coves and smuggler tales or head south towards Mwnt, Cardigan and Poppit Sands.
If you fancy a bigger challenge, take on Pen-y-Fan, the highest peak in the south and situated in the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park.
For nature lovers, apart from the sea life, visit the Red Kite feeding station at Bwlch Nant yr Arian, Aberglasney Gardens or the National Botanical Garden of Wales or even feed the giraffes at Folly Farm!