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Cottages were once part of
a busy working farm, and have been transformed into
a quiet country retreat. The cottages are situated on
the slopes of the Teifi valley within a rich and varied
landscape with good local walking, fishing, cycling
and horse riding.
Lampeter
The
cottages
are only 2 miles from the attractive market and University
town of Lampeter. The original name of the town was
Llanbedr Talybont Steffan, meaning "The Church
of Peter at the end of Stephen's Bridge". The town
grew around a small ecclesiastical settlement, and by
the 13th Century was a town of some significance in
the Teifi Valley, with a Royal Charter, castle, market
and fair. Part of the Manor of Lampeter, it thrived
as a commercial and market town serving the needs of
the rural community. The population was only 300 in
1728, but with the arrival of the College and the railway,
had reached 2000 by the late 19thC. The town was incorporated
as a Municipal Borough in the 1880's, and is now an
agricultural, commercial and University centre with
a unique history and strong sense of identity. The town
is the hub of a wide range of tourist attractions.
Retail
and food therapy
Discover individual
shops, many in business for several generations. Personal
service and customer satisfaction are still a priority.
All the shops are close to one another, offering a relaxed
and hassle free shopping experience. There are three
supermarkets and a great variety of pubs and eating
places. These will satisfy any craving for food and
drink, ranging from fish and chips, through good quality
pub fare, to more exotic international and oriental
cuisine.
University
of Wales Lampeter
The oldest
University in Wales was founded by Bishop Burgess of
St. David's in 1822. The University offers a mix of
traditional and modern courses, and is pioneering Internet
teaching. The extensive grounds are open to the public,
while the Old Building houses the unique Founder's Library
and the Chapel, a "must see" for visitors.
The University adds a unique cosmopolitan atmosphere
to the town.
Dylan
Thomas
Dylan Thomas
lived in Plas Gelli, Talsarn, during the war, where
he was inspired to write haunting poems such as "A
Winter's Tale". He often stayed in the Castle Hotel,
and spent hours walking the College grounds and singing
with the rugby team. He was involved in a sensational
trial in Lampeter Courtroom in March 1945.
Annual
events
Lampeter hosts many annual events,
including Lampeter Shears, Lampeter Food Festival (both
in July), Lampeter Stallion Show, Carnival, Lampeter
in Bloom, Agricultural Show, Women in Tune Music Festival,
Eisteddfod (all in August), Firework Display (November),
Town and Gown Christmas fair, and Christmas Celebrations
(both in December). |
Vale
of Rheidol Railway