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Village and community in Gwynedd, Wales
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Aberdyfi (sometimes spelt Aberdovey) is a village in Gwynedd. It lies at the mouth of the river Dyfi, from which it derives its name. Aberdyfi is a holiday resort, traditionally popular with golfers and sailors but also with more adrenaline-driven sportspeople, and is home to Britain's Best Beach Donkey. The village marks the southern edge of the Snowdonia National Park. It is set by the mouth of the river Dyfi which is a UNESCO world biosphere reserve.
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Gallery of local professional artists.
Outward Bound Trust Aberdovey Centre
A popular Championship links course. The golf course is the 3rd best course in Wales and is in the new Top 100 Golf Courses of the World listings for Wales (2014), after the two Royals – Royal Porthcawl and Royal St Davids.
Donkey rides for children along the beach. There is a maximum weight limit of 8 stone (51 kg). In 2008 Del-Boy was named Britain's best beach donkey by the Donkey Sanctuary at their annual awards.
Learn Welsh. 30% of the population speak Welsh.
Tasty Pantry
Cafe and delicatessen serving morning coffee, light lunches and afternoon teas. Their homemade puddings are a highlight.
Acclaimed 18th-century inn. You can eat in the bar or the adjacent restaurant, or even spend the night. Booking recommended.
Lovely terrace overlooking the harbour - arrive early for a seat here if the weather's good.
8 rooms (all en-suite, 5 have sea-views) in a seafront townhouse close to the village centre.
4 guest rooms (all en-suite) in an Edwardian house just a few minutes walk from the beach and village centre.
Stunning views, beautiful gardens, secure car parking and modern facilities.
Self-catering holiday cottage with 7 bedrooms.
Half a mile or so out of town, on a hillside above the main coast road heading towards Tywyn. The largest hotel in the area with 59 rooms, overlooking the golf course. Heated swimming pool, tennis courts, 9-hole putting green, snooker room, beauty salon. WTB 3-star.
"The Village" is a cluster of specially designed houses and apartments which blend naturally into a south-facing hillside with views. Pet friendly, with landscaped grounds which lead into the open countryside. The shops and beaches are within 300 m.
Aberdyfi has long been popular with artists and The Gallery always has a good selection of works on sale.
Yacht Chandler. Also sells some fishing tackle and bait
By road
Aberdyfi is on the A493 Machynlleth to Tywyn road
By sea
Aberdyfi Harbour has facilities for visiting yachts. The Harbour Master can be contacted on +44 1654 767626.
The Bells of Aberdyfi (Clychau Aberdyfi) is a well-known folk song, popular since the mid-19th century.
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