Towyn Chapel

A tiny whitewashed chapel sits alone on the hillside above New Quay, looking rather forlorn against the backdrop of Cardigan Bay. Towyn Chapel dates back centuries and serves the scattered farming community around these parts, though you'd be lucky to catch a service these days.

The building itself is nothing fancy - plain stone walls, simple windows, and that distinctly Welsh chapel austerity that either appeals to your sense of history or leaves you wondering why you bothered with the walk up. What makes it worth the short detour is the view back down to the coast and the sense of stepping into a Wales that tourism hasn't quite reached yet.

History buffs and those with a thing for rural churches will appreciate the simplicity and setting more than families with restless children. There's not much to actually do here beyond a quick look around and some photos - fifteen minutes tops unless you're particularly moved by nonconformist architecture.

Perfect for a brief stop if you're staying at one of the nearby sites like Haven Quay West or The Village Holiday Park and fancy a gentle walk after breakfast. The chapel works well as part of a longer coastal ramble rather than a destination in its own right, though the coastal views from up here are genuinely lovely on a clear day.