Cemlyn shingle ridge walk

Discover a trail along the shingle ridge and watch a host of water birds on the lagoon at Cemlyn National Nature Reserve. This circular trail will take you across a causeway and along country lanes at Cemlyn Bay. It's perfect for walkers and wildlife spotters. Dogs are welcome to join you as well.
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CemlynStart point
Bryn Aber car park, grid ref: SH329936Trail information
*Coastal and inland trail on shingle beach and tarmac lanes with slopes. For further details, please see Terrain section.
**Loose shingle slopes with kissing gates and a bridge. For further details, please see Access section.
***Dogs welcome on leads at all times. For further information, please see Facilities section.
Flooding
Bryn Aber car park and the bridge leading across to Esgair Gemlyn are liable to flooding. Please check for high tide times before your visit.
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