Porth y Swnt

Porth y Swnt Visitor Centre at Aberdaron

Important notice -

Porth y Swnt is open every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There is no need to book in advance. Please follow Welsh Government regulations.

Come in and explore, learn, reflect and enjoy the natural environment

More about this place

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Important information 

We’re pleased to say that a number of our places in Wales are now open and can't wait to welcome you this summer. From Saturday 7 August, Wales is moving to Alert Level Zero of the coronavirus regulations and we will be making some changes to adapt to the regulations. You no longer need pre book to visit many of our places in Wales, however booking remains essential at some of our small properties, including Dolaucothi, Plas yn Rhiw and Tudor Merchant House. Please check the website for property specific information before visiting.

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Things to see and do

The Way at Porth y Swnt, Aberdaron

Artists and exhibitions 

Nestled in the heart of Aberdaron, Porth y Swnt is a visitor centre like no other. It offers an introduction to the history and culture of Llŷn through audio, videos, sculptures and artwork.

Ivan Murray's seal sculpture on the beach at Aberdaron

A new wave of creatures at Porth y Swnt 

What do hares, porpoise, choughs, peregrines and grey seals have in common? Well not only are they magnificent creatures who all call Llŷn home, you can see them all at Porth y Swnt...

Walk the Wales Coastal Path to Porth Meudwy
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Porth Meudwy coastal walk

Enjoy a coastal walk from Aberdaron to Porth Meudwy, a small fishing cove at the tip of the Llŷn Peninsula that was once the embarkation point for pilgrims making the journey to Bardsey Island.

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Walk the Wales Coastal Path to Porth Meudwy
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Top coastal walks in Llŷn

Whether you wrap up warm and blow away the cobwebs or take a leisurely stroll on a warm summers day, you're bound to feel refreshed and invigorated by one of our coastal walks. 

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History

A gateway for discovering Llŷn
Fluffy white grey seal pup lying on the sand

A home for nature and wildlife  

Find out the best places in Llŷn to spot your favourite coastal creatures; from seal spotting delights, the famous red-legged choughs, dolphin encounters and Porthdinllaen’s seagrass bed.

St.Hywyn church, Aberdaron, Llyn Peninsula

Full of culture and history 

Follow the path through time and discover the pilgrim’s route to Bardsey, rich archaeological remains in Rhiw, Llŷn’s busy fishing ports, quaint churches and crofters cottages.

Field patterns West of Mynydd-y-Graig, Llyn Peninsula, North Wales.

An inspiring landscape 

From the igneous rock, glacier peaks, whistling sands to ancient field patterns; discover how Llŷn has been shaped by the earth and people to what we see today.

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Places to stay

Reception Room at Moryn cottage Porthdinllaen, Llŷn Peninsula

Stay with us on Llŷn  

A dazzling jewel of a place with sparkling seas, sandy beaches and vast skies await you on the Llŷn Peninsula. Stay with us at one our holiday cottages and take your time exploring this special place.

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