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Elevation
52m
171 ft
Prominence
52m
Coordinates
52.1309, -4.6925
SN158514
OS Map
145
Explorer: OL35E 198W
The island features rugged cliffs, with a few areas of grassy plateau. Remarkably, there's no official summit marker, but the highest point offers stunning vistas.
Cardigan Island is primarily composed of limestone and mudstone, representing marine sediments from the Jurassic period. The island's cliffs offer fascinating geological formations dating back millions of years, ideal for both geology enthusiasts and casual visitors.
Visitors can enjoy panoramic views of Cardigan Bay, the stunning cliffs of the Pembrokeshire coastline, and on clear days, the distant mountains of Snowdonia.
The name 'Cardigan' is derived from the Welsh 'Ceredigion', which is believed to mean 'the land of Ceredig'.
Historically, the island is home to important wildlife habitats, particularly for seabirds and marine life. The area is also steeped in local legend and folklore.
A scenic route along the Pembrokeshire Coast Path leading to the island, with beautiful views of the coastline.
Free parking is available at Gwbert, located approximately 1.5 km from the coastal path start.
Regular bus services run from Cardigan to Gwbert. Please check local schedules for current times.
While the island itself has no facilities, Gwbert offers cafes and public toilets.
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Some common questions about the hills answered
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Activity varies by location and time, but Walkmates lets you see whether others have shared walks or shown interest in this area. Find other people through the walking friends search walking friends for Cardigan Island search or of course create your own walk for Cardigan Island
Yes. If there aren’t any walks listed already, you can create a walk and make it available for others to join.
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