This tiny hermit’s cell was built into a sheer cliff face, hovering above waves that smash against the rocks with relentless force. (Image: Crown Copyright Visit Wales )

Autumn is my favourite time for a coastal walk in Wales. It can be a quieter time to plod along scenic landscapes, and you can enjoy a hot chocolate, pub lunch, or fresh fish and chips by the ocean.

Wales has an extraordinary 870-mile-long coast path, the first in the world to trace an entire nation’s shoreline. The famous trail is bursting with dramatic headlands, hidden coves, ancient ruins, and a wealth of wildlife.

While walking its full length is a bucket-list challenge, you don’t need to be an ultra-hiker to enjoy its best bits. Throughout the long-distance route, there are countless short walks and circular tra

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