Borth to Aberystwyth. Epic coastal Walk . Welshbloke Walking

Borth to Aberystwyth. Epic coastal Walk .Welshbloke Walking
Welcome to Borth—a hidden gem nestled along the stunning coast of Ceredigion, Wales. This quaint seaside town, with its uniquely long main street, is a charming blend of history and character.

As we stroll down the street, we're greeted by rows of cottages and houses, each one a testament to the town's rich architectural heritage. The buildings boast unusual old designs, and their vibrant and surprising color schemes add to the town's distinctive charm. It's a place where past and present coexist in perfect harmony, creating a visual feast for the eyes.

The town gently curves around a long, picturesque bay, offering breathtaking views that draw visitors from near and far. Borth's beach, though stony, is a beloved retreat for those seeking the simple pleasures of the seaside. and from here, we can see on top of the hill,the Borth war memorial which will be the starting point for this walk, and ending here at the Beacon on Craig Glais, also known as Constitution hill, towering over Aberystwyth

But first, as Dylan Thomas so aptly put it, we need to "begin at the beginning." That means ascending the hill before us and making our way to the official start point—the War Memorial.
And there it is. We've officially begun our journey—only ten and a half kilometers to go! Let’s head this way.
Our first task, after climbing up from sea level, is to descend all the way back down to it on the other side.
There we have it—our first ascent and descent completed. If you look back, you can just make out the War Memorial in the distance. But now, it’s time to climb once more.

Reaching the top, I’m rewarded with a truly magnificent sight. The national bird of Wales, the once rare and endangered Red Kite, or Barcud, is soaring above, a symbol of resilience as it makes its triumphant return to these skies.
This first hill may not be the highest, but the panorama it offers is nothing short of breathtaking—just take a look.
Now, let’s get back on the trail and be sure to keep a safe distance from the edge.
As I pass through the gate, my eyes catch a plaque inscribed with a quote from John Deans: "It's almost perfect." I have to admit, I have no idea who John Deans is, but it’s hard to argue with his sentiment. For those who follow my channel, you’ll know that hill steps are not exactly my favorite. But on this walk, I’ve got no choice but to embrace them.

Now, as we descend back to sea level, an incredible sight emerges before us—a grand manor house, perched right on the beach, seemingly in the middle of nowhere.This is Wallog House, the centerpiece of the historic Wallog Estate. Just opposite, you’ll see Sarn Gynfelyn, or Gynfelyn’s Causeway, a natural structure jutting out into the sea. It’s described as an Ice Age moraine which stretches 14 kilometers, but according to local legend, it is actually a causeway to Cantre’r Gwaelod, an ancient Welsh kingdom that was onundated by the sea.
Wallog House itself was built in the 19th century and to this day remains a private residence, though the coastal path closely skirts the property. As we walk along the path, You can see how the manor and it's garden is shielded from the fierce Ceredigion waters by a massive sea wall. And further along, just to the right, there’s a stone structure This is an old lime kiln, where limestone was burned to produce quicklime, used to treat the acidic soils of the Wallog Estate.

And there it is—the final hill.

Signage has been plentiful on this walk, and this particular one reassures me I’m on the right track. Beautiful flowers continue to line the path—not all of them wild!

The weather shows no sign of letting up as the rain is now accompanied by a gusty wind. I need to watch my step, as the wet conditions have brought out quite a few slugs. Chunky little guy, isn’t he?

Despite the filthy weather, the wildflowers keep brightening the journey.

And here we are—the official end of the walk: the beacon on Craig Glais.

All that’s left now is to capture a decent shot of Aberystwyth below. My best vantage point seems to be down there.

At least there’s some shelter from the wind here... and a nice, warm, dry café.

Let’s take a look. Well, there are still a few brave souls willing to ignore the weather and make the climb up here. In the distance, a wet and windy Aberystwyth comes into view. I think it’s time for that coffee in the café.

[gold]

Borth is one of my favourite places, so clean, peaceful and quiet, I've enjoyed the tribute music festival in Aberystwyth too, and recently enjoyed a day out there, loved the castle as it gives you a real sense of history

[skintslots]

I took my young family on holiday to Borth in the late 90s and it was a lovely place but a bit remote for younger kids. I'd certainly go back as an older person and walk the area though.

[davidrose]

Used to go on Holiday to Borth as a Kid and been back half a dozen times and Aberystwyth of coarse. Done this Walk twice, with tendonitis and many old injuries. 2nd time my right ankle was numb last 2 miles. Did it from Borth Station to Aberystwyth Station mustve been 8 miles i guess. From 1pm - 5pm first time and 1.25pm till 5.30pm 2nd time as Train was late getting from Wolverhampton. Might just about do it now if had 11am till 5.30pm to do it LLM Great Vlog

[annl]

Diolch Will. Ardal hardd. Beautiful walks. Many memories.

[janf]

That's somewhere new for me. Not a walk I've ever done but it looked lovely. I bet your legs were feeling it after all those steps! Thank for sharing!

[baruchpinnick]

Will - this took me back to 1977, when I still lived in Britain, and I walked this route from Aberystwyth to Borth. It was beautiful, as was this video that you've made here, although we no longer expect anything otherwise 😃 from you. Fel wastad, diolch yn fawr iawn - thanks so much!

[jandunn]

Dioch yn fawr. I am learning Welsh on Duolingo and wanted to see what Aberystwyth looks like. And now I also know what a red kite is. When I first learned the word barcud, I thought I was learning about a red kite a child would fly in the sky. These paths are so inviting and I really enjoy seeing you walking on them. Thank you soooo much from Hawaii.

[sharonjones]

Fantastic location, love Aberystwyth and Borth...
Nice one Will♥️

[NatSatFat]

Very Good and interesting, M & the Wife, tried to do this walk more than 20 years ago, but when approaching Sarn Gynfelyn, (it's so long ago I cannot exactly remember?) but I think I must have felt unwell? we decided to give it up, and walk back along the B4572 instead of retracing out footsteps, it was a bit of a nightmare, I think it was the weekend, and that road was very busy, and it has got no path, you can imagine what my wife was saying, and me unwell, it was a struggle, but we made it, I did think about doing it again, but never did, thanks for showing the route.

[paulhope]

Great video, thanks for sharing :) 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[RobCharles]

Enjoyed that will - a great walk - I bet that took some doing!

[Henllan]

Awesome. This walk (Borth to Aberystwyth) was on my “must-do” list until I had to stop. Actually, now I have seen you doing it (and everything that goes with it) I think I am going to miss it even more. Thank you for the adventure. Nice T-shirt 😉 Oh, and I think I caught a quick sight of a dead-cat!

[welshybmxer]

Wonderful video Will, Would love to live in that manor house.. Bet they get some fantastic sunsets. Take care till next time

[Barbara-leks]

How many hours did it take you to do the walk (starting from the village of Dorth)? I love the flower identification.

[EggnogonthebogProductions]

That was quite a walk. Over 6 miles.
Some stunning views.
Do hill steps make it easier or harder to get up a hill...
Not sure why your backpack looked heavier as you went along. Hmmmm....
I hope you got a lift back!
Another good vid.
Chwarae teg.

[gwilwilliams]

Diolch Will, Pity about the weather. You were no sluggard there.