THE Ceredigion Coast Path has been open for 15 years.

The 60-mile long coastal path runs from Cardigan and the Teifi Estuary, up north to Ynyslas and the Dyfi Estuary.

It opened in 2008 as the second long-distance coast path in Wales and forms part of the 871mile All-Wales Coast Path which runs across the entire coastline.

The coast path brings stunning views and great areas for spotting nature as the cliffs are home to seabird colonies and provide views of the spectacular Cardigan Bay. Visitors are in with a chance of spotting dolphins all-year round and Snowdonia and the Cambrian mountain ranges can be seen on clear days.

The path is on and close to sandy beaches and colourful villages and there is access for those who use wheelchairs, mobility aids and with pushchairs.

Ceredigion County Council has created a series of 26 circular walks taking in part of the coast path to celebrate the anniversary.

The walks will be launching in April and running until October, with the council posting a new walk each week on the council’s social media platforms.

Each walk will also showcase the inland routes as walkers make their way back to the starting point.

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E-leaflets will also be available as well as information such as a coast path mileage chart which will help walkers to plan their routes with a simple map, distance, amenities available on the journey, parking, public transport and much more.

Councillor Clive Davies, cabinet member with responsibility for economy and regeneration, said: “The Ceredigion Coast Path is a very special part of the Wales Coast Path. I’ve walked a few areas of the path, a spectacular section being between Cwmtydu and New Quay and, of course, closer to home a section I used a lot as a child between Aberporth and Mwnt.

“Iolo Williams noted at the National Eisteddfod in Tregaron that Cwmtydu to Llangrannog is his favourite stretch of the Wales Coast Path.

“Increasingly, people have found walking the Ceredigion Coast Path beneficial for their mental health and physical wellbeing and our rangers and volunteers do an excellent job in maintaining and monitoring the paths condition.”

A recent Welsh Government review of the coast path indicated that the circular routes which incorporate inland settlements should be seen as a strategic priority.

The council also urge anyone venturing out to wear sturdy footwear and weather appropriate clothing and to take water with them, as well as a recent map of the area. Anyone walking should also follow the countryside code.

More information will be provided on the council’s social media platforms.