Location: SN585835, 2 miles north of Aberystwyth. Short description: Clarach is a compact holiday resort with a sandy beach exposed at low tide. The sand and shingle beach is sheltered by steep shale cliffs along which coastal walks extend in both directions. Directions: Drive north from Aberystwyth on the A487 turning left at the top of Penglais Hill signposted Clarach on the B4572. After hairpin bends turn left again at the crossroads in Llangorwen signposted to the beach. Car parking: Limited parking at the beach side. Public Transport: The 500 bus service runs from Aberystwyth to Clarach in the summer only. Use the links in our travel pages for more information. Swimming: Swimming is considered safe and from mid-July to the end of August, Ceredigion's Beach Officer Lifeguard Service normally establishes patrolled bathing areas daily. Walks: Walk south to Aberystwyth via Constitution Hill or north to Borth via the picturesque cove of Wallog. Green Coast Award 2006 Related www links: Ceredigion County Council's tourism guide Green Coast Awards.