Near Llandysul, Ceredigion, Wales
Coed y Foel
Broadleaf woodland
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5.1
Wildland
1–2 hours
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Why it's Wildland
5.1Oak-dominated woodland near Llandysul, with pockets of ancient woodland, spring flowers and a stream crossed by a footbridge. A waymarked route also links the wood with the surrounding countryside.
Coed y Foel offers a proper woodland walk rather than just a quick stop: broadleaf canopy, seasonal flowers and a stream sit within a network of paths, with a longer countryside route available for walkers who want to explore further.
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The experience
Choose a short woodland wander or take on the longer Coed y Foel Woodland and Countryside Walk, a moderate 9 km route starting at the Llandysul car park.
Things to do
Walk the Coed y Foel countryside route
Take the moderate 9 km route from the Llandysul car park, allowing about three hours before rest stops.
About 3 hours
Make a day of it
Quick escape · 1–2 hours
A short woodland wander
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Start from the woodland access point and follow a waymarked path for a manageable out-and-back or loop.
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Look out for the stream and footbridge, then return the way you came.
Half day · About 3 hours; 9 km, excluding rest stops
Woodland and countryside walk
- 01
Start at the Llandysul car park at grid reference SN418406.
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Follow the Coed y Foel Woodland and Countryside Walk, part of Llandysul Trails.
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Allow time for rests along the moderate route.
When to go
April · May · October · No specific time of day is supported by the supplied sources; check conditions before setting out.
The supplied listing describes seasonal spring flowers and autumn colour but gives no precise flowering or colour dates.
Check the forecast and trail conditions before visiting; the supplied sources do not describe weather-related access conditions.
The route
- distance
- 9 km / 5.6 miles
- duration
- About 3 hours, excluding rest stops
- difficulty
- Moderate; suitable for moderately fit walkers
- waymarking
- The wood is described as having waymarked paths; route-specific waymarking is not confirmed.
- start point
- Llandysul car park, grid reference SN418406
- parking start
- The route listing gives the start as the Llandysul car park. Check current parking arrangements before setting out.
- shorter alternative
- A shorter woodland wander is possible on the waymarked paths, but no short-route distance or duration is supplied.
- Oak-dominated broadleaf woodland
- Pockets of ancient woodland
- Small stream and footbridge
- Seasonal spring flowers and autumn colour
What to look for
Look for the small stream and its footbridge, oak-dominated woodland, pockets of ancient woodland and seasonal spring flowers.
Best time to go
Spring for seasonal woodland flowers; autumn for colour. The supplied sources do not specify exact peak dates.
Spring is a good time to look for woodland flowers; autumn brings colour. Go when conditions are dry if you want easier walking underfoot.
How long to spend
1–2 hours; the linked countryside route takes about 3 hours, excluding stops.
Perfect for
Walkers · Dogs · Photographers
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
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Practical information
Opening & access
The supplied sources describe public access and waymarked woodland paths. Check current access and path conditions before visiting.
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Parking
Parking is reported by the supplied Tripadvisor listing; check availability and current arrangements before travelling.
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Dogs
Reviews mention dog walking, but the supplied sources do not confirm current dog rules. Check before visiting.
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Accessibility
The linked 9 km route is graded moderate and recommended for moderately fit walkers. Check path conditions and suitability before setting out.
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Cost
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Around Coed y Foel
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
