Ceibwr Bay and the Witches Cauldron

Ceibwr Bay sits on the Pembrokeshire coast path between Cardigan and Newport, a small, dramatic inlet where the cliffs have been carved into remarkable formations by the Atlantic. This 4 km out-and-back follows the coast path south from the bay to the Witches' Cauldron, a collapsed sea cave where the ocean surges into a roofless chasm in the rock, creating one of the most spectacular coastal features in Wales. The 73 m of climbing comes in short, sharp rises along the cliff edge, and the terrain is rough coastal path with uneven footing in places. The walk is short but the drama is concentrated, with the coastline becoming increasingly wild as you approach the Cauldron.

Dogs thrive on this dog friendly walk thanks to the raw coastal environment and the constant salt air and sea scent carried on the wind. The clifftop path is unfenced in places with serious drops, so reliable recall or a lead is essential near the edges. Off-lead potential is moderate on the open coastal sections, though livestock graze some of the adjacent fields and leads should be carried. The Witches' Cauldron itself is a powerful spectacle but the viewing points require care with dogs. There is no water access for swimming on this stretch. A compact walk that packs genuine coastal drama into a short distance, well suited to dogs comfortable on rough, exposed ground.