About Aberdovey

Aberdovey is a picturesque sea-side village within the Snowdonia National Park. The River Dovey meets the sea at Aberdovey providing a mild climate throughout the year.                Activities: Aberdovey is famous for its golf, sailing and watersports. It also has tennis, putting and a bowling green. It is an excellent base for walking and climbing among the nearby mountains and lakes and for fishing in the famous River Dovey. Leisure centres at Tywyn (4 miles) and Machynlleth (9 miles) provide good sporting facilities. Also nearby are centres for pony-trekking, quad-biking and clay-pigeon shooting. History: For lovers of history there are magnificent castles, such as Harlech and Conwy nearby. Celtic history is depicted at the Celtica Experience and at King Arthur's Labyrinth; the area's industrial heritage can be seen at slate and gold mines. CAT: Aberdovey is only 14 miles from the world famous Centre for Alternative Technology. Railways: Railway lovers can travel the coastal line from Aberdovey to North Wales and the picturesque narrow-gauge Talyllyn railway via the stunning Dolgoch waterfalls. Craft Centres, Art Galleries & Markets: Aberdovey and the surrounding towns are well supplied for both browsers and serious shoppers.

Artist's Paradise: Aberdovey's sunsets and sunrises over the estuary can be unforgettable, and have inspired both amateurs and successful local artists, such as Glyn Davies (watercolour above).

Bird-watching: the area is famous for the Red Kite and nearby RSPB nature reserves.