Public art & sculpture · Mid Wales
Cardigan Bay Dolphins
In or near Dyffryn Ardudwy.
Cardigan Bay Dolphins — a public art in wales-north, United Kingdom.
Bryn Holmes — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Barmouth Ferry · 0.5 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Cardigan Bay Dolphins is a public art located in wales-north, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
Photo gallery
See it from the streetimagery from 2023
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Official information
Barmouth Sailors' Institute is a historic building that serves as a community hub, reflecting Barmouth's maritime heritage. It offers visitors a chance to explore maritime artifacts, read daily newspapers, and engage in games like chess and snooker.
Place summary
Cardigan Bay Dolphins is a public art installation located in North Wales. This notable piece highlights the region's marine life, specifically the local dolphin population. The installation serves as both a cultural landmark and an environmental reminder of the area's natural heritage.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 52.7184, -4.0528
- District
- Gwynedd
- Parish
- Barmouth
- Postcode
- LL42 1HB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dwyfor Meirionnydd
- Nearest railway station
- Barmouth Ferry — 0.5 km
- Opening
- Daily 9am–6pm
- Official site
- barsailinst.org.uk
Sources
- osm: node/3612586172 (ODbL)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cardigan Bay Dolphins?
- Cardigan Bay Dolphins is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LL42 1HB), in the parish of Barmouth.
- What is Cardigan Bay Dolphins?
- Cardigan Bay Dolphins — a public art in wales-north, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Cardigan Bay Dolphins?
- The nearest railway station is Barmouth Ferry, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode LL42 1HB.
- Is Cardigan Bay Dolphins free to visit?
- Yes, Cardigan Bay Dolphins is free to enter.
- How do I get to Cardigan Bay Dolphins?
- The nearest railway station is Barmouth Ferry, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LL42 1HB.