Devil's Bridge Waterfalls

Devil's Bridge Falls is a waterfall system in a deep wooded gorge in the Cambrian Mountains with five distinct cascades. The water drops roughly 91 meters through natural formations that cut into the rock over time.

The waterfall site has drawn visitors since the 18th century and inspired poets like William Wordsworth to write about the rushing water. The bridges at the location were built at different times and reflect construction methods from different eras.

The three bridges here connect to a Welsh folk tale where an elderly woman outsmarted the Devil in a bridge-building contest. This story shapes how visitors perceive and experience the place today.

A walking trail loops through the gorge in about 45 minutes and provides several viewpoints of the cascades. The ground is sometimes steep and wet, so proper footwear and careful footing are important.

The site falls within a protected area for rare mosses and lichens that thrive in specialized damp habitats. These small plants depend on the constant moisture and cool environment created by the falling water.

Location: Pontarfynach

Address: Woodlands, Pontarfynach, Aberystwyth SY23 3JW, UK

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 08:00-17:00

Phone: +441970890233

Website: http://devilsbridgefalls.co.uk

GPS coordinates: 52.37811,-3.84995

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:07