Borth village is built on a huge bank of pebbles created by a long shore drift. Local landowners allowed fishermen to build their houses on this poor quality land liable to flooding. In 1864, the new railway brought dramatic change to Borth, as it become accessible to tourists and retired people.
Today Borth is a village and seaside resort that attracts people from all walks of life. Its shallow waters and fabulous three mile expanse of golden sand, has made it particularly popular with surfers, sailboard enthusiasts and families with young children.
Attractions
Just north of Borth is Ynyslas beach and nature reserve link. Look out for the sunken forest (ancient 6,000 year old tree stumps) on the beach between Borth and Ynyslas at low tide. Above the beach on the cliffs to the south is Borth war memorial. The walk up to it is steep but the magnificent views are worth it.
Amenities
The town has cafés, pubs, shops, a small zoo called the Borth Animalarium, and the well-regarded Borth and Ynyslas Golf Club, one of Wales’s oldest links courses. Borth is on Cambrian Coast rail line, which houses Borth Station Museum, displaying historical railway artefacts and is well worth a visit.
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