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Tywyn

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Tywyn is a seaside town about five miles north of Aberdovey. We like to go there because of its beach, playground and prom area (see photo 1).

Click for a map of Tywyn. See this site's map page for details on printing the map. Note that on the map:

• Brynhyfryd Road is the A493 to Aberdovey.
• College Green is the A493 to Fairbourne.

If you are travelling to Tywyn through Machynlleth then you have two picturesque routes to choose from:

• The A493 takes you along the coast via Aberdovey.
• The A487 takes you past "The Centre of Alternative Technology" and "King Arthur's Labyrinth" both of which are described on the Machynlleth page. Three miles beyond Corris take the B4405 to Tywyn. This stretch of the road passes through spectacular mountain scenery. The large lake to your right is Tal-y-llyn and the huge mountain beyond it is Cader Idris the home of Idris the giant. It is said that the mountain is so haunted that if you spend the night on it you will wake up either mad or with the gift to see into the future.

Tourist Information

The Tourist Information Centre is on High Street (Stryd Fawr). The Centre's phone number is: 01654 710070.

Information last reviewed: 11th/7/06.

Parking

The main car parks are:

• There is parking sign posted off the roads at the College Green end of town.
• There is ample parking next to the beach and playground on Marine Parade.

Information last reviewed: 11th/7/06.

Talyllyn Narrow Gauge Railway

The Talyllyn Steam Railway runs from Tywyn through beautiful mountain scenery to Abergynolwyn. You can hop on and off the trains at the various stations along the line and this makes it very convenient if you want to explore the series of walks along the valley. The railway also owns and runs Duncan from the Thomas the Tank Engine stories. This engine only runs on special event days. For more details on the railway and its events phone 01654 710472 or visit the Talyllyn Railway website.

For parking turn towards the coast where Station Road joins Brynhyfryd Road. Pass the Talyllyn station on your left, cross the railway bridge and the station's car park is on your immediate right.

There is a cafe in the Tywyn and Abergynolwyn stations and basic but clean toilets as well. The Tywyn cafe has the more extensive range of food, but me and my youngest daughter (then three) both found sandwiches we liked at the Abergynolwyn cafe.

The Abergynolwyn station has a fun railway themed playground suitable for small children. It is situated below the station by the road.

Information last reviewed: 11th/7/06.

Beaches

At high tide the beach is a mixture of stones and sand. When the tide falls golden sand is revealed.

Information last reviewed: 11th/7/06.

Walks

The promenade along the beach offers long buggy friendly walks.

Information last reviewed: 11th/7/06.

Playgrounds

Our kids have always enjoyed the playground on Marine Parade between Pier Road and Corbett Avenue. There is beachside parking and a toilet nearby and a cafe in the playground itself.

Information last reviewed: 11th/7/06.

Shops and Eating

The main shopping area is along High Street. The shops are all small local shops or ones aimed at tourists. There is a supermarket on Station Road next to the mainline railway station.

Although there are cafes in the shopping area we usually find it difficult to find somewhere to eat at busy times. Thus we normally buy a picnic in the supermarket and head for the beach.

Information last reviewed: 11th/7/06.

Toilets

Basic toilets can be found at either end of Marine Parade. One of them is behind the playground.

Information last reviewed: 30th/6/06.

Disclaimer: This site is based on the author's experiences with his own children and therefore the advice may not be applicable to other children. The comments provided are the author's own opinions and should be treated as such. The author does not accept any responsibility for any damage, loss or injury resulting from the use of this site.