History
Llanrhystud beach was named as one of the best beaches in Wales
by the marine conservation society. In Medieval times it is said
the monks from Strata Florida illegally exported wool from the
secluded bay. Villagers indulged in smuggling in olden
times.Tynporth, a house on the right side of the church entrance,
was traditionally associated with smuggling, and was said to have
been connected with the shore by an underground tunnel.
A thriving industry was carried on at Craiglas between
Llanrhystyd and Llanon, where there are remains of a four large
limekilns. A century ago they were in full use. As many as twelve
vessels were engaged in carrying limestone, coal and culm to this
place. A large coal yard was to be seen there a few years ago.
Farmers from Mynydd Bach and even Tregaron came for lime and coal,
travelling through the night and sleeping under their carts if they
arrived too early in the morning The limekilns were used
extensively until the early 20th century. The limestone was brought
by the sea along with the other goods to the jetty below of which
you can still see the remains.
Walk along top of beach and cross the style; follow the fence
(not too close for obvious reasons).