Llandysul

Llandysul is a small town on the Afon Teifi (River Teifi), Wales. The river is well known for its recreation opportunities, especially angling and kayaking.

Understand

It is on the border of Ceredigion and Carmarthenshire. Historically the town was part of the Teifi Valley's Wool industry; today only a few mills still operate. Across the river is the adjoining community of Pont Tyweli.

Get in

On the B4624 between Newcastle Emlyn and Lampeter.

There is no train station. The nearest stations are in Aberystwyth and Carmarthen. Llandysul is 12 miles north of Carmarthen and can easily be reached by road. There is a limited bus service. Richards Bros provide occasional services to Cardigan, Newcastle Emlyn, Saron and Pencader.

See

• 1 Llandysul & District Local History Society Exhibition (Local History Exhibition), Llandysul Library, Canolfan Ceredigion, Llandysul, SA44 4QS, ☏ +44 1559 363201, [email protected]. M-F 9AM-5PM, Sa 10AM-1PM. Free. 
• 2 Pwerdy-Powerhouse Community and Arts Centre (Gallery), Chapel Street, Pont Tyweli, Sir Gaerfyrddin / Carmarthenshire, SA44 4AH, ☏ +44 1559 364820, [email protected]. The Pwerdy (Powerhouse) was restored for use as a community and arts centre and is run by volunteers. They have art exhibitions running throughout the year and there are workshops and art classes. 
• 3 National Wool Museum, Dre-Fach Felindre, ☏ +44 29 2057-3070.  

Do

• 1 Llandysul Paddlers, Pont Tyweli. Outdoor activities and water based sports aimed at all age groups and budgets. 

Eat

• 1 The Daffodil, Penrhiwllan, ☏ +44 1559 370343. Restaurant offering meals to suit all budgets and locally sourced produce. 

Drink

• 1 Porth Hotel, Church St, ☏ +44 1559 362202. Old coaching inn providing accommodation, with a function room and access to fishing on the River Teifi and the sea. 

Sleep

• 1 Waunifor, Maesycrugiau, Pencader, SA39 9LX, ☏ +44 1559 395437, [email protected]. Historic estate with 6 holiday cottages offering self-catering accommodation and 2 large eco-friendly meeting rooms set in 4 acres of grounds and gardens. Pottery and craft studio on-site. 
• 2 Maesycrugiau Manor, Maesycrugiau, ☏ +44 1559 395444, [email protected]. A 5-star B&B with a golden award for 2014 situated in a listed garden of 7 acres. 105-125/room/night. 
• 3 Typoeth Cottage, Typoeth Cottage Llandysul SA44 4RS, ☏ +44 1559 384483, [email protected]. Self-catering holiday cottage in secluded valley, less than 10 minutes from Llandysul. Twin beds, with option for a third bed. Wood-burning fire. Enclosed rear garden. Dogs are welcome. Dog training sessions are available. From £250 per week. 
• 4 Farm Holiday Cottages, Cwmiar Farm, Llanllwni, Llanbydder, SA40 9SJ, ☏ +44 1559 395375. 6 self-catering cottages (sleeping between 4 and 10 people) including an old water mill. All essential modern conveniences. Cottages are around the farmyard of a real working farm. Wheelchair-friendly and great for children. 

Go next

• Newcastle Emlyn
• Lampeter
• Llangrannog