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What's On Near Llandysul & Places to Visit in West Wales

Planning a break at The Welsh Barn or Y Beudy? Discover seasonal events, beautiful beaches, historic attractions, waterfalls and some of the best places to visit around Llandysul, Cardigan Bay and West Wales.

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Make More of Your Stay in West Wales

Llandysul sits in the beautiful Teifi Valley, with the coast, countryside, historic market towns and some of West Wales' best-loved attractions within easy reach. Throughout the year there are local fairs, seasonal celebrations, family activities, markets and special events to enjoy.

We've brought together some of the highlights taking place this autumn, followed by places worth visiting whatever time of year you stay with us.

October & November 2026

What's On Near Llandysul This Autumn

From Welsh Halloween traditions and atmospheric evening events to apple celebrations and Christmas fairs, autumn is a lovely time to explore this part of West Wales.

2–4 October

Apple Weekend at Llanerchaeron

Llanerchaeron • near Aberaeron

Celebrate the traditional apple harvest with displays of Llanerchaeron apples, apple pressing demonstrations, stalls and the chance to learn more about this historic estate.

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17 Oct – 1 Nov

Calan Gaeaf at Dinefwr

Dinefwr • Llandeilo

Discover a Welsh take on Halloween with ancient folklore, ghostly visitors and family activities bringing Newton House and the historic estate to life during half term.

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21 Oct – 1 Nov

Calan Gaeaf at Llanerchaeron

Llanerchaeron • near Aberaeron

Enjoy an extended October half-term opening while discovering customs, remedies and traditions connected with Calan Gaeaf and the changing seasons.

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28–30 October

Dinefwr at Dusk

Newton House • Llandeilo

See Dinefwr from a different perspective as daylight fades across the Tywi Valley and historic Newton House takes on an atmospheric evening character.

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29–31 October

After Dark Tours at Llanerchaeron

Llanerchaeron • near Aberaeron

Step inside the Georgian villa after dark and hear stories of strange happenings, unexplained events and ghostly sightings associated with Llanerchaeron's past.

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20–22 November

Dinefwr Christmas Fair

Dinefwr • Llandeilo

Start the festive season with exhibitors, crafts, local food and entertainment against the beautiful winter backdrop of the Dinefwr estate.

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25 November

Victorian Christmas in Cardiganshire

Riverside Bunkhouse • Llandysul

Llandysul and District Local History Society welcomes Nigel Callaghan for an evening exploring Victorian Christmas traditions in Cardiganshire.

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28 November

Cardigan Castle Christmas Fair

Cardigan Castle • Cardigan

Combine a visit to historic Cardigan with the castle's annual Christmas Fair, taking place from 10am until 4pm on Saturday 28 November.

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Staying into December?

Llandysul Christmas Fair returns on Saturday 5 December 2026, bringing festive activities and Christmas atmosphere right into the town.

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Great Places to Visit Near Llandysul

Events come and go, but there is plenty to explore throughout the year. These are some of our favourite ideas for days out during a stay in the Teifi Valley.

National Wool Museum

Located at Dre-fach Felindre near Llandysul, the National Wool Museum tells the story of the Welsh woollen industry in the very community where it once thrived. Admission is free and it makes a particularly good option for a cooler or rainy day.

Cenarth Falls

One of the best-known natural attractions in the Teifi Valley. Wander beside the River Teifi, see the waterfalls and pools and explore the pretty village of Cenarth, with the National Coracle Centre also nearby.

Newcastle Emlyn

A welcoming historic market town in the Teifi Valley with independent shops, cafés, pubs and riverside scenery. It is an easy place to combine shopping, lunch and a gentle wander.

Cardigan & Cardigan Castle

Explore Cardigan's independent shops and riverside before visiting Cardigan Castle, a historic site closely associated with the origins of the Welsh Eisteddfod.

Llangrannog

One of Ceredigion's best-loved seaside villages, with a sandy beach beneath dramatic cliffs, cafés and pubs close to the shore and superb stretches of the Wales Coast Path nearby.

Tresaith

A picturesque sandy bay with rock pools and the unusual sight of a waterfall dropping directly onto the beach. It is a lovely location for a coastal walk or relaxed afternoon by Cardigan Bay.

Poppit Sands

A broad sandy beach backed by dunes at the mouth of the Teifi Estuary. Poppit is ideal for long beach walks and also marks one end of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path near St Dogmaels.

Llanerchaeron

This National Trust estate near Aberaeron combines a Georgian villa, traditional farmyard, walled garden, lake and woodland. Seasonal events make it worth checking what's on before you go.

Dinefwr & Llandeilo

Make a day of historic Dinefwr, Newton House, the parkland and castle before exploring colourful Llandeilo with its cafés, shops and galleries.

National Botanic Garden of Wales

One of Carmarthenshire's major attractions, with more than 500 acres to explore, the spectacular Great Glasshouse, parkland, nature reserve, trails and family-friendly activities.

Penbryn Beach

A quieter rural beach surrounded by wooded slopes. At low tide there is a long stretch of sand, rock pools and a smugglers' cave, with the Wales Coast Path passing above the bay.

Aberporth

A pretty coastal village with two sandy beaches, rock pools and clifftop walks overlooking Cardigan Bay. Keep an eye on the water too — this coastline is well known for marine wildlife.

A great base for exploring

Stay in the Heart of West Wales

Staying near Llandysul puts you between the countryside of Carmarthenshire and the Cardigan Bay coast, making it easy to mix beach days, historic attractions, country walks, local towns and seasonal events in the same break.

Spend the day exploring and return to the peace and comfort of The Welsh Barn or Y Beudy.

Llandysul Newcastle Emlyn Cenarth Cardigan Aberporth Tresaith Llangrannog Aberaeron Llandeilo Cardigan Bay

Turn a Local Event into a West Wales Break

Whether you're visiting for an autumn weekend, Halloween half term, a Christmas fair or simply a few peaceful days exploring the coast and countryside, Welsh Barns gives you a comfortable base from which to discover West Wales.

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Event details can change. We recommend checking with the event organiser before travelling. This guide is updated as new local events are announced.

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