San Antario Barmouth Spain, Traveller Information

Barmouth, Abermaw, Beach located in Cyngor Gwyneddl
Barmouth is one of the most picturesque resorts on the Welsh coast and is surrounded by the majestic splendour of the Snowdonia National Park. A traditional seaside resort, Barmouth is ideal for family holidays with miles of soft golden sands and safe paddling in the bathing waters of Cardigan Bay. The vast beach is never overcrowded and there is always plenty of room for a game of volleyball, rounders or sandcastle building. A 'land train' runs the length of the promenade and traditional donkey rides, swing boats and amusement arcades provide fun for all ages.

A remote. rural beach with a pebble bank. backed by earthed cliffs. Low tide exposes tree stumps buried in the sand. the remains of a forest drowned by a sudden flood as an ice sheet melted 8000 years ago. The stumps have been perfectly preserved by salt

Bathing Safety
Lifeguard: No
Emergency Facilities: No
There are no lifeguards at the beach. Water users should be aware of possible rip currents.

Litter & Dog :- The beach is cleaned daily by the Council. There are no litter or dog bins provided but dogs are allowed all year

Activities:- Swimming. surfing and fishing.

Wildlife & Walks :- The Pembrokeshire Coast Path runs along the beach head and offers spectacular scenery.

Getting There :-A road leads off the A487. the main Fishguard to St David's road. signposted to Aber Mawr. about 5 miles from Fishguard. There is a cliff path to the beach. Access to low cliff above beach now possible for wheelchairs.

Parking:- There is very limited parking on the roadside verge above the beach.

Public Transport :-The Strumble Shuttle bus runs daily from St. David's to Fishguard during summer season.

Tourist Information:-Fishguard Tourist Information Centre. 4 Hamilton Street. Fishguard. Pembrokeshire.

Bae Abermaw (Barmouth Bay) is perched high above the sea. With its Welsh name you may think that it’s a traditional sort of hotel, an impression reinforced by its dignified Victorian stone façade. You’d be completely wrong. Bae Abermaw is a bold departure. Within the fabric of a traditional resort hotel is a place you would expect to find in a trendy city centre. The contemporary style of the interior is fastidiously minimalist, a feel accentuated by white and muted natural colours dominating throughout. Clean lines are in, chintz is very much out. This new breed of resort hotel offers stylish accommodation and fine dining in a relaxed, laid-back atmosphere. It has been completely refurbished – not to say reinvented – from top to bottom. What they haven’t changed is the view. Bae Abermaw’s address on Panorama Hill is no poetic postal exaggeration. Many of the rooms enjoy spectacular views over the harbour and out to sea. And you’ll want to venture out into the surroundings, for there’s a wealth of things to see and do locally. The activities available in this beautiful part of southern Snowdonia include walking, golf, mountain biking and exploring the idyllic Mawddach Estuary. Barmouth’s picturesque harbour is full of history, while along the coast at Harlech there’s one of Wales’s finest medieval castles, a World Heritage Site. Enthusiastic new owners Richard and Connie Drinkwater have brought warmth and hospitality to this strikingly modern hotel.

Barmouth’s location on the west coast of North Wales and lying between a mountain range and the sea on the mouth of the river Mawddach is arguably one of the most beautiful locations in Wales. It rests just within the south west corner of Snowdonia National Park and is seeped in a history rich with connections to the shipping and slate industries.

The old town is well worth a visit with its steep steps and slate-roofed cottages on the side of a mountain. The harbour is beautiful and you can walk across the spectacular Barmouth Bridge spanning the river which can be an ideal activity for an evening stroll.

The beach is large and perfect for sunbathing and games and surfers can often be seen depending on the swells and time of year. Kids love the beach yet its size means those wanting to get away and relax in peace and quite can do so easily. It also has a large range of shops, pubs, hotels and other accommodation, a funfair from March to October and amusement arcades. There are also a number of Caravan parks in the area.

Barmouth is the starting point for the Barmouth to Fort William Three Peaks Race and involves sailing from Wales, via England, to Scotland (389 miles) then climbing the three highest mountains in the UK - Snowdon, Scafell Pike and Ben Nevis : a total of 11,000 ft of climbing and 72 miles running. Hard work or what!

Barmouth is also the home of the Fairbourne & Barmouth Railway track which was originally laid in 1895, by Mr. Arthur McDougall of ‘McDougalls’s Flour’ fame. It was built to transport building materials for the construction of Fairbourne village. Since then his horse-drawn trams have been replaced by steam engines and in 1985 the 15" gauge track was converted to 12¼". The line is 2 miles long and runs between Fairbourne Station and Penrhyn Point, site of the Pullman Pavilion Restaurant, where passengers can embark on the Ferry to Barmouth.

The Mawddach estuary is an area of immense beauty and offers visitors a range of walks to suit the determined and the casual stroller. It is a haven for bird spotters and those wishing to get away from it all. It also offers great picture taking opportunities, especially at sundown.

The estuary is a haven for bird spotters and the expanse of sandy beaches offer something for everyone including families, couples and surfers as well as sailing enthusiasts, windsurfers and water skiers.

With so many activities to sample, the town is bustling with people of all ages and interests and Barmouth welcomes everyone with its wide selection of inns, cafes and restaurants. Plus there’s a real sense of history and charm with the old steam railway from Barmouth to Fairbourne.

The castle town of Harlech is close by and is well worth a visit. A little further along is the unique village of Portmeirion, famous for its pottery as well as the setting for the cult 60’s TV show The Prisoner. Barmouth has a natural draw for visitors and many come back time and time again. Its charm, beauty and life give a special welcoming feeling. This is what makes Barmouth Bay the ideal holiday home from home destination