Aberaeron celebrated its Bi-Centenary in 2007. www.aberaeron.info The area offers many walks and a cycle path from the town along the old railway line, takes you to the National Trust Property at Llanerchaeron.  www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/cymraeg/w-vh/w-visits/w-findaplace/w-llanerchaeron.htm

More ambitious walking? Try the Ceredigion Coastal Path. www.WalkCardiganBay.com  Maps: Explorer OL23, 198,213; Landranger 135,145,146

Fishing can be arranged locally  www.aberaeron-angling.org and keen golfers can play either 9 or 18 holes nearby www.penrhosgolf.co.uk There is a swimming pool on the school campus open at weekends and during school holidays and tennis is available at the local sports club. Family activity centre nearby. www.llain.co.uk . Fantasy Farm Park near Llanrhystud . www.fantasyfarmpark.co.uk/index.htm 

 During the summer months a Festival of Welsh Ponies and Cobs is held at the Square Field www.aberaeronfestival.com  The Seafood Festival and annual carnival are events not be missed! Don't miss the famous Aberaeron Rugby 7's in August.

Cardigan Bay is renowned for its population of bottlenose dolphins and seals. www.cardiganisland.co.uk

Throughout the summer, the harbour is full of sailing, motor yachts and dinghies. Sailing competitions and the summer regatta are held at the Yacht Club. www.aeron-seasports.org.uk