Lying at the foothills of the Cambrian Mountains and around 15 miles inland from the coast at Aberaeron and South of Aberystwyth is the village of Tregaron which since the Middle Ages has played an important role in the economics of the area, livestock and wool fairs have been held here sine the late 13th century. By the 19th century the town had become an important resting place for drovers who would arrive here with their sheep and cattle to walk to markets as far away as London. This reliance on livestock encouraged those with sheep to become involved with woollen industry and in the 19th century many of the local townsfolk were involved with knitting, particularly socks for the miners of South Wales and at one time there were around 170 hosiers working in the area. Tregaron is home to two very different and influential people, the first of whom is Henry Richard who was an MP and later went on to become the first Secretary of the League of Nations and today there is a statue in honour of his achievements in the town. The other famous person is one Twm Sion Cati – a Welsh Robin Hood whose hideout was amongst the cave in the hills above the town. A rich and varied past today provides Tregaron with a heritage of which it is justly proud.For those who enjoy the outdoor life Tregaron has plenty to offer, cycling, hiking and fishing are just some of the more relaxing ways to spend your time on a visit here.
Doctor
Inn
Pub and Bar
Foelallt Arms
New Inn
Penuwch Inn
School
Tregaron Primary School
Tregaron Secondary School
Solicitor
Arnold Davies Vincent Evans
Williams & Evans Solicitors
Taxi
Places to Stay near Tregaron
The Talbot Hotel (0.12 miles)
The Talbot Hotel is a 3 star old drovers inn dating back to the 13th century and it's oak beams, stone walls and open fires are strong reminders of long ... More
Parc Teifi Holiday Cottages (5.25 miles)
Falcondale Mansion Hotel (9.71 miles)
Set in 14 acres of wooded grounds and gardens, this relaxed country house hotel is only a mile from the university and market town of Lampeter. Falcondale Mansion Hotel is set ... More | visit website
Black Lion Royal Hotel (9.71 miles)
Set within a former coaching inn, dating back to the 1800s, this popular bar and restaurant now offers 18 comfortable en suite bedrooms in the heart of Lampeter, Mid-Wales. Just a short ... More
Ty Mawr Mansion Country House (10.31 miles)
Winner of the AA Guest Accommodation Award for Wales for 2007-2008Beautifully restored Country House in 12 acres of Grounds. Luxurious bedrooms and bathrooms. All rooms have free broadand access, LCD ... More
TyGlyn (10.87 miles)
Hafod Hotel (11.25 miles)
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Originally built as a hunting lodge in the 1700’s, The Hafod Hotel stands alongside the “Devil’s Bridge” at the head of the dramatic waterfalls and the ... More | visit websiteGrannell Hotel (11.95 miles)
Royal Oak Inn (12.05 miles)
Once Earl Cawdors hunting lodge, this large stone-built village inn enjoys a wonderful setting in the Cambrian mountains.
The Royal Oak Inn is set in the beautiful village of Rhandir-mwyn, 7 ... More
Conrah Country House Hotel (12.10 miles)
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