Should You Visit Aberystwyth? Seafront Tour, Wales

Join me in Aberystwyth, A holiday resort on the west coast of Wales. It is also home to the University of Wales Aberystwyth and the National Library. The town is nestled between three hills and two beaches and hosts some castle ruins, a pier and a harbour. The surrounding hills hold the visible remains of an iron age fort and also a monument to Wellington and once climbed offer stunning views of Cardigan Bay. Aberystwyth is a University town with some seven thousand students, ensuring it a vibrant throughout the year and not just during summertime.
The seafront hosts Victorian / Edwardian buildings mostly 4/5 stories high. The wide promenade protects the buildings from the revenge of the Irish Sea and offers space to sit, soak up the sun and view the surrounding hills and mountains which in winter are often covered in snow. On a clear day, you may see the tallest mountain in Wales, Snowdon.
The harbour was once one of the busiest in Wales and is fed by the rivers Ystwyth and Rheidol (which incidentally, is the steepest river in Britain). Geographically, Aberystwyth may be considered isolated from the rest of Wales. However, this isolation made it necessary for the local people to look after themselves and over the years it has acquired more resources than a town of this size would normally have. It is now the centre of local rural life and is visited by many to sample the numerous cafes, bars, and restaurants including, Chinese, Indian, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine.
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[@EdelweisSusie]

I found this video puzzling because Tim didn't actually show viewers round the town itself??? For anyone wanting to know: 1. It's a fairly LARGE town - plenty of shops, cafes, charity shops, snug pubs and eateries and some artisan shops. It also has a Greggs, Costa and Waterstones 2. If you want to stay centrally I can recommend Harry's Hotel & Restaurant - a 5-minute walk in a straight line from the railway station 3. There are loads of charity shops and also a huge Oxfam shop that specialises in books 4. There's a supermarket right opposite Harry's in the main thoroughfare so if you're self-catering that's the place to stock up 5. The fish & chip shop OPPOSITE the prom cooks TO ORDER so prepare yourself for a 15-minute wait (at least). The man got quite shirty with me when I asked why it was taking so long (there are no signs in the shop to inform customers that food is cooked to order) 6. Public toilets can be found by the Castle and also as you walk towards the funicular railway (it costs 30p so have some change to hand). I usually wait until I need to 'go' then just pop into a cafe for a cuppa and make use of their toilets 7. If you don't want to pay the £6.50 for the funicular railway you can walk to the top - it's not too challenging and has great views 8. The people of Aberystwyth are very welcoming - always willing to help you 9. As you walk towards the funicular railway there's a SENSATIONAL ice cream/gift shop that sells about 30 different flavours 10. Aberystwyth is very clean - the town really seems to care, and it shows 11. As you alight the train there's a large Antique Centre - worth a look as they have a lot of second-hand books, kitchen items (cheap) 12. Right next to the Antique Centre is a Wetherspoons (the traditional breakfast is sensational). Loos are upstairs and IMMACULATE 13. For singletons/solo travellers avoid school holidays - the town is crammed with families/loud kiddies particularly in good weather. I love going out of season AND when the children are in school: the sea's the best cure for a cluttered and overwhelmed mind 14. I urge you to make the effort and get up early (before breakfast) - nothing as beautiful as a peaceful walk along the prom at 5.00 am Hope that's helpful.

[@Sarah-ho4kx]

been to Aberystwyth many times. hope whilst in the area you travelled through or visited aberaron and New Quay. New Quay is hands down one of my favourite places I've ever been!!!!

[@WalkWithMeTim]

wow

[@patrickduffy4321]

Where the pastel coloured apartments are on the front, once stood one of the best amusement arcades ever. That was a long time ago and I suppose it had it's day. I have to say, those apartments do look good and I think overall they have done a great job with the front. 👍

[@Gofast1234]

Crying with laughter with the pronunciation of Aberystwyth 😂😂🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿✌️

[@WalkWithMeTim]

lol

[@lewishorsman2219]

One thing I don’t understand about the UK is why is it so many of our castles are left in ruins? Especially the ones that could be restored to no detriment to any existing structures. It would be amazing to see so many of our ruined architecture brought back to life. There are plenty of billionaires who would love to buy them and then lease them to the Historic England society

[@WalkWithMeTim]

good point

[@ifanblake7929]

Our castle was destroyed when England and Wales was at war. I feel like repairing it would be removing the history of what happened. Surprisingly the destruction of the castle was a win for Wales which again is another reason to not repair it

[@sandrap6321]

I was here at this castle 35 years ago. I saw lots of beautifully preserved castles all over the UK but this one sticks in my mind because I saw/felt what the passing of 1000 years looked/felt like. And its free & open right there in the center of a nice college town. Mixture of youthful small coastal town vibe juxtaposed with the ancient castle ruins was a good memory for me. Shame about the spray paint graffiti, though.

[@IndigoJo]

If you wanted to rebuild the castle at Aberystywyth, it would be very much to the detriment of existing structures as the stone was used to build them. The reason it was left to ruin is that it was built for the wars that followed the Norman conquest (which was slower coming to Wales than to England, only being finalised with the coming to power of the Tudors) and once no longer required, it was abandoned.

[@Alex-cw3rz]

Aberystwyth Castle and many were destroyed after the English Civil War, as they were too useful during the war, so they knocked walls down to make them no longer defensible At this point to rebuild them would cost millions each castle and would take decades as you'd use traditional methods and for those decades it's a building site, rather than a tourist destination

[@samgeorgemedia8241]

you should check out new quay!

[@WalkWithMeTim]

I did briefly

[@Sutagel_Panein]

I currently live in Aberystwyth studying at the University and I'm so glad I chose this as my option because it's such a nice town, good pubs, a...iffy but aight ish nightclub, and of course, the best thing about seaside towns...chippies! bloody love getting a nice fish and chips.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

I totally agree!

[@samixalam_]

Omg what do you study? First year Maths student here I love the town tbh, loads of decent pubs, chippies, pier (the meh nightclub), and we can't forget Lip Lickin' lmao

[@BigBrodle]

I can’t lie after living in Aberystwyth my whole life I’ve got a different opinion on what its like day to day. When I was younger Aber was quite a tidy cute little welsh town but as I’ve grown up it’s slowly turning sour year by year. Of course I’ll always refer to Aber as home but it hasn’t got the same character as it used to. But I can see why it’s a good tourist destination

[@AshlelaVK]

Think it's due to politics, immigration or just the way life goes? Sorry to hear that, it's a similar case right here where I live. I still think the UK is the greatest country in the world💛

[@AA-hg5fk]

Yes Aber has definitely gone downhill since the recession, but then that's the case for a lot of places.

[@jamesthomas3512]

As someone who has grown up and lives in Aberystwyth this was really cool to watch! You should visit when the starlings are roosting under the pier, it’s an incredible sight

[@WalkWithMeTim]

I hear thats good

[@rhiangwilt617]

I used to go down in the evenings when I lived on high street (37....on the corner across the road from the marina lol). The starlings were an awesome sight.

[@gib123ons]

They don’t show the scaffolding everywhere, the tatty looking buildings, the graffiti, rubbish strewn everywhere, the drug users and regular fights that goes on in the evenings, by yeah the starlings are a sight to behold

[@jamesthomas3512]

@@gib123ons Go back to the utopia that you live in then! You complain about the building being tatty but then also about the buildings being done up (ie scaffolding)😂 All of these are problems that seaside towns across the UK deal with! So do one, blame Westminster not Aber

[@missjennystevens]

Aw yay, you did Aber while you were here too! Just like the Barmouth tour, this is another lovely snapshot of the town. I've spent a lot of time in Aber over the last few years and it's lovely to see it here in all it's glory on a sunny day. The only thing missing is that amazing smell of the Harbour. Thank you Tim for visiting us here in Mid Wales.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Thanks jenny for your kind words

[@thisperson5294]

We always pronounce it "abber - rist - with."

[@WalkWithMeTim]

That's better without the W lol

[@RhydzSkidz]

No its pronounced Aber - ust - with

[@ifanblake7929]

@@RhydzSkidz yes finally someone who has it right

[@thomashughes2151]

Nobody pronounces it like that 😂

[@sgl0d10n]

@@RhydzSkidz it depends on your accent. Y is pronounced a bit like halfway between a u and an i where I’m from

[@LunaKey]

I live in Aberystwyth, can safely say I really like it here, but just wish that owners would pick up their dogs crap on the street! Everything else is gorgeous

[@WalkWithMeTim]

yes most seaside towns have that prob

[@jackholmes7521]

Locals and students just call it Aber. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

I know that know lol

[@Quickb3n]

Lived here for 3 years whilst at uni. Hands down my favourite place in the UK. I'd move back in an instant.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

yes!

[@totAL_dRaMa12]

No joke when you were on consty Hill I saw one of my friends mum and aunt😂

[@WalkWithMeTim]

lol

[@rhiangwilt617]

Had a giggle each time you said "Aberystwyth" ....there's only one "w". I grew up a few miles from here and lived there for a few years. Was a bit expensive to rent though. Used to walk over to Clarach Bay then Ynylas over the cliffs. It's a nice walk in the summer.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

lol yes im rubbish at that

[@JackHernandezGentlemanJack]

Literally my favourite place in the world. Its the open mics, musicians, artists, the bluebell woods and vegan-friendly culture that really make it the best.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

:-)

[@sharynkhan1104]

Vegan friendly is brilliant

[@justsammy2023]

As an Aber resident... no, its hard enough to find parking already! Lol

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Lol

[@jontalbot1]

Watching this makes you realise the public investment in the seafront at Rhyl is not just a waste of money but it has made things worse. It would have been much better to clear it all away and landscape it nicely. Aber, by not chasing the buckets and spades brigade, has retained its charm

[@justanothercommenter4334]

I raised my children here 12 years ago and I loved living there. It's definitely changed, it's looking amazing. One of my favourite memories was when it snowed heavily in Feb 2004 and someone had built a snowman on the beach. I don't know if it's still there, but Hollywood Pizza had the best pizzas, and the best chippy was in East Street

[@michaelclarkson1213]

The Judith Chalmers of KZbin, this is a compliment by the way😁. Love your videos.👍

[@WalkWithMeTim]

LOL

[@christinescalise6075]

Friends and I ( we are from The States) toured July 2023 and spent a lovely couple of days here. Stayed at the Glengower ( one of those coastal hotels you mentioned). It was wonderful! Walked the castle, the pier and did some shopping near the Uni. And of course we did the railway - watched a storm roll in from the top. Would go back in a heartbeat! ❤

[@laurafromliverpool]

Lived in Aber for 5 years during and after university. It will always be my spiritual home. So many memories.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

a great place

[@davidrose1847]

Been to Aberystwyth probably half dozen times, once on Motorbike when on Holiday in Aberaeron. And several daytrips. Also twice walked the Borth to Aberystwyth Cliftop trail, 2nd time my Right Ankle was numb for last 2 miles.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

yikes

[@Alex.Hiscock]

Absolutely! I lived there for 4 years whilst studying at the University. Absolutely loved it and return frequently. I have to admit the shops are a bit tired and neglected now, but it's still my favourite place.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Totally agree!

[@CheshireCat6639]

Never been here it looks beautiful ❤, i holiday in Barmouth,but Aber is definitely worth a visit🎉 ty Tim🎉

[@hockeyvaughnfan]

I did my undergraduate degree in Aber (a few decades ago now lol) and I loved my time there. There used to be a fab little sandwich place near the bottom of the hill on the way into town from the university that did the most amazing tuna baguette. Good memories of those years

[@stevechaloner1968]

Spartacus!

[@florincocis7104]

I am going to visit Aberystwyth in June for my first time ...I hope I will enjoy and I hope will be good weather

[@ElseCatherine]

Thank you very much for the tour video. I am a prospective international student, an offer holder for Aberystwyth University and two other Unis. Been watching tour videos like this to get a feel of the city while making a decision on which Uni shall I attend. Tour videos and Vlogs like this are helpful for me.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jaishreeram1832]

Hey, i have also received offer from the same Uni. How's the uni ? Did you get in ?

[@ElseCatherine]

@@jaishreeram1832 I am an international offer holder. Still deciding between my offers. I have never visited the uni before, hence, I do not know how it is yet.

[@Jackpot77777]

You should go to Tenby. Weird unique place !!!

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Yes coming soon

[@Jackpot77777]

@@WalkWithMeTim 😁

[@ingridlinbohm7682]

And then on to Caldey island.

[@MargaretUK]

That was great, thanks Tim. I recommend the Premier Inn on the seafront, really nice, and the railway is a must do of course. I also recommend not wearing sandals on the beach, it's far too stony, I ruined my favourite pair on that beach! You can't beat those views though can you 👍😁

[@WalkWithMeTim]

I tried to stay there it was expensive so I stayed 45 miles away lol

[@MargaretUK]

@@WalkWithMeTim A lot of hotels are more expensive these days ☹

[@myleshennelly9176]

Very recently moved from Aber after a 4 year stint at the university. Never been in a more beautiful town, surrounded by energetic people and with the woodland and fells only a couple of miles out of town towards Ponterwyd or Pontarfynach. Best place to grab a cocktail? Cambrian. Best place for a night out? Angel Inn. It's absolutely worth catching the TrawsCymru T5 down the coast to explore more of Ceredigion's stunning coastline and biodiversity!

[@WalkWithMeTim]

defo sounds great

[@tinahart4586]

I live in Aber and toltally agree . T5 stops at Aberaeron which is stunning , cardigan etc.

[@myleshennelly9176]

@@tinahart4586 And Ceinewydd, my favourite day out! Nothing beat birding, dolphin spotting and a cheeky gwynt y ddraig gold medal on the quay! I'm coming back in a couple of weeks and cannot wait!

[@AntonoirJacques]

Cambrian and Angel as the best places to go? There's also the Vale of Rheidol pub as well. 😂 Genuinely Rummers, Glengower and Ship and Castle (won national pub of the year twice I think) are the best places to go

[@myleshennelly9176]

@@AntonoirJacques for a cocktail or a sloppy night out, of course they are! Love ship and castle if I fancy a quality pint - sadly havent been vale since the change in ownership.

[@ifanblake7929]

Your Welsh does need a little bit of work. Like ch is one letter that makes an ek sound in Welsh and you pronounce y like an I whereas it's pronounced more like the u in disgusting

[@WalkWithMeTim]

lol I know I was joking

[@kdri155]

Love visiting Aberystwyth especially when the weathers good….Colwyn Bay used to have quite a long pier but it was demolished a few years ago due to neglect, what’s there now was put in place a couple years ago. I think the shortest pier in the UK is in Burnham on Sea, another town worthy of a visit if you get a chance.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

ill check it out ;-)

[@basylpeterjones]

Only Phase 1 of Colwyn Bay's pier has happened so far. They have a Victoria Pier Trust shop that's moved to the main Street. Phase 2 and 3 are on their way. I always thought it should be a pleasure pier rather than what the original vision seemed to be but you can't complain - what they're doing is groundbreaking stuff, beating Felixstowe and Skegness to it. It's still officially the same Victoria Pier as well - some of the original structure was used and other saved features retained and included.

[@MeadowDay]

Basyl Peter Jones that’s so good to hear, wonder when it will be completed.

[@basylpeterjones]

@@MeadowDay I imagine it will take shape slowly. They're welcoming opinions on how it should develop. I believe in traditional seaside tourism but many people are very negative about that. It divides opinion.

[@johnawebster]

The coloured properties similar to buildings in Tenby👍☀️

[@WalkWithMeTim]

yes I thought that John

[@neilmorley7022]

Wales is a wonderful part of the country with a great coast line your video's show's all of us what we are missing out on great vid

[@WalkWithMeTim]

I think so ;-)

[@philipjamesparsons]

You seem to do pretty well with the weather Tim. I did the Cliff Railway, last year and highly recommend it. I did the (in the town) Vale of Rheidol Railway recently to Devils Bridge, very impressive. On my to do list is the Hafod Estate, which is supposed to be a good walk.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Sounds great! yes im lucky with the weather ;-)

[@karentaylor3940]

Hafod is our new favourite place to get lost in.

[@tony40400]

Great vid again Tim. Though pronunciation is chronic... It's spoken as the following sounds like Abber ist with, and spelled Aberystwyth. Keep up the great vids.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Thanks for the info!

[@doofus58]

Went for the day from Birmingham a couple of weeks ago, lovely sunny day, a nice three hour coastal walk towards Borth, Aberystwyth is a lovely place to visit with some stunning coastal views. I absolutely love the place.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

agree

[@whiskymacable]

Nearly got the name right it's pronouced as Aber (ust) wyth ;) ..Enjoyed the tour though and reminded of the few days the wife and I had a couple of years ago-Thank you

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Thanks for the info!

[@daidavies90]

Up the Welsh! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 0:02 It's West Wales by the way and Aberystwyth is pronounced exactly the same as the spelling so not sure where you got that middle W from

[@andreakinuthia4197]

Aber-ust-with (according to our Quaternary lecturer). The first y is pronounced /u/. Thanks for the video ❤️ The happiest 3 years of my life were studying in Aber 🥰

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@sined726]

Spent all my childhood in Clarach bay and loved going into Aberystwyth to buy elastic band powered aeroplanes from the model shop. I still love this place.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

me too!

[@carolr9301]

Well done for the trying to pronounce Welsh. Aber-wrist-with. You said dim correct. Parcio is park-e-o. The I is pronounced like e. it’s a long time since I’ve been there. It’s a nice place.

[@carolmccarron1262]

Love your videos ...I watch from the USA...

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Thanks Carol , hope you subscribed too ;-)

[@carolmccarron1262]

@@WalkWithMeTim I'm British but miss England and Wales so much ...you are very entertaining ...xx

[@WalkWithMeTim]

lol you think ha ha

[@traceybeerling4776]

Hi Tim beautiful part of the world lovely views . Never been there myself but maybe one day. Thankyou for sharing with us love to you as always Tracey 💕 xxxx

[@WalkWithMeTim]

thanks Tracey , hope you are ok

[@boilingwateronthestove]

I think most people in Aberystwyth speak English, but if I am correct around 40% speaks Welsh.

[@jenniferjones188]

Remember Abetystwyth in the 1980s. When I lived in Tywyn. Aberystwyth was our main shopping place so we came here every two weeks. We called it Aber. Good days and great times. Thank you for the video.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

aber .. nice! thanks for watching Jennifer hope you subscribed too

[@stephenrandall3551]

Everyone who lives there calls it Aber. All of us in Wales know where they mean. My wife comes from Penparceau (pronounced penparky)

[@joannharrington2279]

Loved the train ride up the hill. Another place to see when on vacation.

[@CheshireCat6639]

No way could I sit on the edge of that cliff😮 stunning views,beautiful scenery ❤

[@beckyhale8240]

So lovely to see Aberystwyth in the sunshine 🌞, every time we have gone there it rains or cloudy, but it's a lovely place to visit.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

its amazing when the sun comes out

[@ifanblake7929]

Our pier used to be so much longer but it was destroyed somehow either a fire or storm I can't quite remember. That's why it's an odd shape

[@WalkWithMeTim]

arrrr makes sense

[@melissaphillips3088]

Just a beautiful place Tim. That view was spectacular. It did not disappoint . Thank you ! 👏🏻

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@nickovaughandewheele6155]

Why would he pronounce it Aber WIST with? There's not even a W in the middle of it???

[@carolinemorris7010]

Lovely memories! All through the 1960’s we had a 2 week caravan holiday in Borth and always visited Aberystwyth. We love the crime drama Hinterland, set in Aberystwyth and filmed all around the area.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

yes I forgot to mention that lol

[@gwyneddparanormalinvestiga7500]

Not a criticism at all, well done for making an effort. It's pronounced, ABER UST WUTH. There's only one W in Aberystwyth :)

[@WalkWithMeTim]

lol thanks

[@basylpeterjones]

He might be dyslexwick.

[@AlsoKnownAsYou]

Can't believe how different the Pier looks! Haven't been back to Aberystwyth since I graduated, and I miss it so much!

[@whatshenupto4228]

Love Aber. Used to live 80 miles away so good for day trips. Prince Charles spent a year at the University in 1969.

[@adamflint2125]

I’ve lived in Aberystwyth all my life & even grew up here, it’s absolutely amazing ❤️xx

[@WalkWithMeTim]

agree

[@manooskitchen8203]

Hai can you help me I am looking there one family house ...

[@JackHernandezGentlemanJack]

God, I miss Aberyswyth!!

[@WalkWithMeTim]

its great!

[@RelaxedRoamer]

I just want to say thanks for another wonderful walking tour. Enjoyed watching it 😍

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@keithbolton8601]

my wife insisted (why i never really understood) ; that we 'burn our mortgage' in Wales...which we did ..on the shores near the city of St. David's...such a beautiful, mixture of rugged and panoramic vistas...the cathedral, makes one whisper, so as not to disturb those gone by so long ago...we hiked through the area...some of the lore, told by the locals still echo through our memories..the "do you remember", brings back awesome recollections ...

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Thanks for watching Keith

[@powerloveflowerlightlove-dv4lu]

I wanna stay here sometime

[@vincentjordan8028]

I have visited Aberystwyth twice many years ago after watching you're excellent video I intend to visit this lovely town once again

[@WalkWithMeTim]

you should its a great town

[@michaelhowitt7581]

me and the wife always watch your videos tim we have visited quite a few places because of you your the best

[@linking-it]

Best chippie is on the Pier

[@tommywx2042]

abe -R, not abewyswyth .. very irritating!

[@WalkWithMeTim]

OK

[@TheFoxyb]

Wow, it looks so nice there! A cousin was a Professor at the University there, no wonder they settled there. Before my time sadly but I see a tour of Wales in my future!

[@WalkWithMeTim]

yes took me over 5hrs lol but its worth it

[@markwilliams5031]

Hardly a tour of town ,it was more a walk along the promenade on a sunny day

[@Sezfluffy]

I loved time here!!

[@michaelknight2721]

Aberystwyth looks a very nice place Tim.Thank for your video

[@sarahtaylor4213]

You sound go to New Quay quay west

[@WalkWithMeTim]

should..lol

[@dianebaker5243]

Beautiful views. Thanks for sharing 👍 😁

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@KevanBound]

As a student there was a tradition to kick the bar at the end of the promenade. Supposedly it was for good luck

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Wow

[@ColinOBear]

The bar's still there and is regularly kicked 🙂

[@razz0rric106]

Couple of thousand years ago ! For the castle maybe 900 at a push ! It's certainly not Roman

[@WalkWithMeTim]

lol

[@shayne109]

indeed that particular version of the castle was completed in 1289 the original was approx. 1 mile south of the current site in the early 1100's

[@WalkWithMeTim]

;-)

[@BreakfastAtNoon]

Love the place.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

same

[@LunaKey]

I was constantly trying to spot myself in the video lol, I'm always out when the weather is like this but it might have been on a weekend and it's trickier to get back and forth then

[@WalkWithMeTim]

:-)

[@fernywerny1]

The council here spend thousands repairing the damages along the promenade from flooding but have never decided to make changes to the infrastructure like taller walls to combat the overflow. What you see is a lot of wasted funds to keep the promenade aesthetically pleasing for tourists but every year it’s bombarded by huge waves that ruin all the buildings and the roads. Who pays for that? Not the tourists 🙃

[@WalkWithMeTim]

oh right

[@Alex-cw3rz]

Do you live on the front as the buildings are hardly effected around every 5 years some damage will happen, but that's it.

[@caithomas7181]

You should visit New Quay in West Wales

[@WalkWithMeTim]

:-)

[@thebard9786]

Visited years ago. Like most of Wales - Beautiful! I hope you have Caernarfon on your list, Tim. I have a penchant for history. Thanks again! 👍

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Great suggestion!

[@mkvi_minis9036]

I used to work in an office opposite the pier. Was amazing in summer.. Winter gets a bit nautical lol

[@WalkWithMeTim]

lol I like that tho!

[@donwright3427]

You missed out the Tywyn

[@WalkWithMeTim]

🙃

[@andrewmay8415]

You ok today Tim fromAndrewmay in yarmouth

[@antjohn1397]

Great vid- Aber Yst wyth not Aber wiz with 🤣👍

[@tono3930]

Great upload! I’d love to see you Maybe put some little facts on screen as your showing certain attractions in places you visit

[@WalkWithMeTim]

I do sometimes

[@lesleyharris1544]

Another great walk with you Tim

[@WalkWithMeTim]

More to come! thanks Lesley for watching

[@lexieslarksandcrafts]

Was a student there 98-2001. Had many lectures and tutorials in Old College. Not been back since 2005. Can’t believe how much has changed. I remember the great fire in one of the seafront halls of residence just a few weeks into my first year.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Wow I remember hearing about that

[@pavelpolonskij6931]

I was also a student in Aber from 98 to 2001. Haven't been back since, but will visit at some point.

[@Sezfluffy]

I was there then...did English Literature. All the students got vouchers

[@lexieslarksandcrafts]

@@Land-of-reason Plynlymon and Caerleon

[@michaelhorner2722]

Excellent Tim....as usual.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Thanks

[@GabyStarbuckx]

Wish I’d of been here such a nice place x

[@WalkWithMeTim]

next time baby

[@theswearingwelshman5372]

its pronounced Aber wrist with LOL

[@louieclark5588]

It's Aber-ist-with (Aberystwyth) why your saying it aberwystwyth I have no idea..

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Thanks

[@dianeleather6727]

Love Aberystwyth, visit often and visiting soon!

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Us too!

[@IndigoJo]

I studied in Aberystwyth in the mid-90s. You actually can't see the cliff railway from the harbour; what you can see is the South Beach (which is part of the old town) and the castle. The main seafront (the North Beach) is round the corner from there. Incidentally, the marina in the harbour was built in the early 90s and was bitterly opposed by many in the town, especially Welsh nationalists. They said it would push up house prices and make this part of Wales another playground for the English rich (I remember that phrase from the student magazine, the Courier, which I got hold of an old copy of as it was well before the time I was there).

[@WalkWithMeTim]

thanks for sharing your memories

[@ingridlinbohm7682]

The Welsh Nationalists have a saying for the English who have holiday homes in Welsh speaking areas which is "Come home to a real fire." I will let the imagination work that saying out!

[@davewalker7126]

If you live nearby, its just called Aber

[@WalkWithMeTim]

oh right! thanks Dave

[@basylpeterjones]

Ticket inspectors on trains refer to Colwyn Bay as "The Bay", and they say "Brid" for Bridlington, on the N Yorkshire line.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

;-)

[@MrGreatplum]

Another great tour, Tim. I’ve only been to Aber once and that was to go on the lovely Vale of Rhediol railway that goes into the mountains. Love the Welsh coast :)

[@WalkWithMeTim]

me too! ;-)

[@katharineastley290]

Correct me if I'm wrong but I believe on top of the hill was one of the beacons. I much prefer barmouth and aberdyfi over aberystwyth, the town center itself is a sorry state and as for the beach, not so great 😕

[@tinahart4586]

Iam very lucky to live in Aber and I love it . Its beautiful and the people are nice 🤩 .

[@WalkWithMeTim]

agree Tina

[@melvin75712]

Always visit Aber with my nan and grandad every year. Lovely beach and beautiful scenery

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Agree Jordan

[@Beecosy]

Thank you for sharing - brought back so many good memories as a student in the 1980s. It's where my heart is :)

[@carwynweller6341]

Tell me you know nothing about castles without telling me you know nothing about castles

[@WalkWithMeTim]

ok .. wait I thought I did :-)