Dylan Thomas Trail

The Dylan Thomas Trail is a walking route through Wales extending from Llanon to New Quay, passing through farmland, coastal paths, and historic sites. Information boards at various points mark locations connected to the poet's life and work in the region.

The trail was established in 2003 to follow the years Thomas spent in the region during World War II. It was created to mark the period when the poet lived and wrote in this part of Wales.

The trail passes through communities that shaped Thomas's creative work, with local landmarks and villages appearing in his stories and poems. You can see how the landscape and coastal villages inspired his writing when you walk these paths.

Wear sturdy shoes and weatherproof clothing, as the trail goes through open countryside and along coasts where conditions can change quickly. Guidebooks are available, and it helps to carry a map or guide to follow the markers along the route.

The trail passes near a submerged cemetery beneath the waves, which inspired Thomas when he created the radio drama Under Milk Wood. This unusual geographical feature links the real landscape to one of his most famous works.

GPS coordinates: 52.28180,-4.17722

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:08