This particular corner of West Wales is perfectly situated for visiting the glorious coastline of Cardigan Bay, the Cambrian Mountains and the spectacular scenery of Pembrokeshire and the coast-path of the Pembrokeshire National Park.

As well as super beaches and hills there are many wonderful historic sites to visit. The area abounds in ancient sites, burial chambers, forts and superb castles - reminders of Wales’ ancient and turbulent past.

There are many lovely gardens such as Aberglasney and Picton Castle and the National Botanic Garden of Wales to visit and also several National Trust properties.

The small, old market towns of the area are worth visiting, such as Llandeilo, Tregaron and Narberth. Cardigan is very attractive and has a fascinating history as a major port in times gone by, while Lampeter is important as a university town, as is Aberystwyth.

Saint David’s, the smallest city in Britain, is within easy reach and well worth visiting to see the ancient cathedral and bishop’s palace.

There are a large number of cheese-makers in the area and many of them are open to the public. As well as food producers the region is renowned for the number of artists and craftspeople who have come to the area inspired by the diverse landscapes and marvellous light. There are many galleries and studios to visit.

For walkers there are the spectacular Pembrokeshire and Ceredigion coastal paths, and there is also excellent walking to be found up in the Preseli mountains of Pembrokeshire and the Cambrian mountains of Ceredigion and Mid-Wales.

In nearby Brechfa Forest a cycle route has been created and there are many Sustrans cycle routes in the area.