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LOCATOR MAP Llangranog Aberporth
Sarnau
Gwbert on Sea
Cardigan
St Dogmael's
Llechryd Nevern Newport Goodwick
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Crymych 9
Mathri
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Letterston
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Solva
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Trelech
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Tufton
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St David's
Pen-y-cwn
Roch
Druidston
Glandwr
PEMBROKESHIRE Haycastle Cross 15
Newgale
Newcastle Emlyn
Brynberian
Fishguard
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Eglwyswrw
Llanboidy
Clarbeston Llandissillio Road 3 Poyston Cross Robeston Wathen
Haverfordwest
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Meidrim
Commercial
St Clears
Whitland
Narberth
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Laugharne
St Brides
Johnston
Marloes
Milford Haven 18
Angle 28
Templeton
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Pendine
Kilgetty
Neyland
Broadmoor 32
Pembroke Dock 2 4 25
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Llanmiloe Saundersfoot 29 30 31
Pembroke 20 21 22 23
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Castlemartin
Tenby
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Accommodation Food and Drink
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3| Nant-Y-Ffin Hotel & Motel, Llandissilio 5| Janes of Fishguar Fishguard, d, Fishguard 9| The Woof Woof Guide, Haverfordwest 10| Priskilly Forest Forest Country House & Golf Club,
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Castle Morris, nr Haverfordwest
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11| The Waterings, St Davids 12| Toddle Pembrokeshire, Haverfordwest 13| Lochmeyer Farm Guest House, Llandeloy,
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nr St Davids
14| Casa Maria Deli, Haverfordwest 15| Coastal Cottages, Haverfordwest
nr Narberth
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The Windsor Hotel, Johnston, nr Haverfordwest
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Coastal Cottages, Haverfordwest
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The Cornstore, Pembroke
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East Trewent Farm, Freshwater East, nr Pembroke
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Highgate Hotel, Hundleton, nr Pembroke
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The Old Point House, Angle, nr Pembroke
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Christkindl, Saundersfo Saundersfoot ot
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Stone Pitt Caravan Park, Begelly, nr Kilgetty
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Blackmoor Farm, Ludchurch, nr Amroth
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Pen-y-Bont Guest House, Llanteg, nr Narberth
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Activities 10| Priskilly Forest Forest Country House & Golf Club Club,, Castle Morris, nr Haverfordwest
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Arts and Crafts 4| Janes of Fishguar Fishguard, d, Fishguard 6| Elements Elements,, Newport New port 7| Siop Sian, Crymych 21| The Cornstore, Pembroke 23| Kismet Crafts, Pembroke 24| The Pink Cat Shop, Pembroke Dock 29| Apple Tree Gallery, Saundersfoot
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Fashions 6| Elements, Elements, Newport New port 18| Pure Temptations, Milford Haven 24| The Pink Cat Shop, Pembroke Dock
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Gifts 4| Janes of Fishguar Fishguard, d, Fishguard 7| Siop Sian, Crymych 20| Dragon Alley, Pembroke 21| The Cornstore, Pembroke 22| That’s Nice, Pembroke 23| Kismet Crafts, Pembroke 24| The Pink Cat Shop, Pembroke Dock 25| The Jewellery Junkee, Pembroke Dock
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Fishguard Garden Centre, Fishguard
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Siop Sian, Crymych
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The Cornstore, Pembroke
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That’s Nice, Pembroke
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The Pink Cat Shop, Pembroke Dock
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The Cornstore, Pembroke
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The Pink Cat Shop, Pembroke Dock
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The Jewellery Junkee, Pembroke Dock
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Places of Interest 10| Priskilly Forest Forest Country House & Golf Club, Castle Morris, nr Haverfordwest
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1| Cig Lodor Meat, Maenclochog, nr Clynderwen 2| Pant Mawr Farmhouse Cheeses, Rosebush, nr Clynderwen
8| Bwyd Y Byd, Crymych 14| Casa Maria Deli, Haverfordwest 16| Bethesda Farm & Coffee Shop, Bethesda, nr Narberth
30| Chobbles, Saundersfoot
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Pembrokeshire Pembrokeshire used to be known as “Little Pembrokeshire England Beyond Wales”, Wales”, partly because its scenery was reminiscent of England, and partly because so many of its inhabitants spoke English rather than Welsh. Welsh. The Scandinavians seemed to have liked this region and there are many towns with Danish placenames in the south of the county. county. For many, this is the most scenic county in Wales. It boasts Britain’s only coastal national park – the Pembrok Pembrokeshire eshire Coast National Park,, an area of spectacular natural beauty that Park can be explored by following the186-mile coastal cliff top path. The coastal region is also a paradise for bird watchers. Running right around the ruggedly beautiful southwestern tip of Wales, around St Brides
Bay and up along the north facing coast almost to Cardigan, the Park also includes quiet fishing villages, the huge cliffs at Castlemartin, sweeping golden beaches and small, often busy harbours. Although not strictly on the coast, the labyrinthine Cleddau river system also lies within the Park’s Park’s boundaries and here there are delightful little villages such as Cresswell and Carew,, as well as the superb sheltered harbour Carew of Milford Haven. Offshore there are various islands, including Grassholm, Ramsey, Skokholm and Skomer, which have changed little since they were named by Viking invaders. Many are now bird and wildlife sanctuaries sanctuaries of international importance. Grassholm is home to thousands
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of gannets, Skokholm Skokholm has Manx shearwaters, shearwaters, Skomer has shearwaters and puffins. In addition, Ramsey harbours such species as choughs and the red-legged crow, and is also the resting place of many Welsh Welsh saints. One island, Caldey has, for over 1500 years, years, been the home of a religious community that continues today to live a quiet and austere life. Between their devotions, devotions, the monks of Caldey scrape a living from the land and are famous for their range of perfumes and toiletries inspired by the island’s wild flowers. Pembrokeshire Pembr okeshire is the home of the corgi, which was brought to the notice of the Kennel Club by Captain Jack Howell. He presented Princess Elizabeth with her first corgi, and the rest, as they say, say, is history histor y. In Pembrokeshire Pembrokeshire you will also find the Preseli Hills, sometimes known as the Preseli
Mountains, though in fact the highest point, Foel Cymcerwyn, Cymcerwyn, is only 1759 feet high. Though the range of hills is inland, it forms part of the Pembrokeshire Pembrokeshire Coast National National Park and provides some excellent walking country.. Also it was from here that the country bluestones for the inner circle of Stonehenge were quarried. There is one place in Pembrokeshire that is sacred to all Welsh Welsh people - the city of St David’s. David’ s. City status was officially granted g ranted in 1994, though in truth, people had looked on it as a city long before that, thanks to its cathedral. It is near here that the country’s patron saint, St David (Dewi Sant), was born, and it was in what was then called Rose Vale that he founded a monastery that later became St David’s Cathedral. He died in AD589 and his bones lie in the Cathedral to this day. day.
miles long. This takes you along the Preseli ridge and across moorland. The track dates back to prehistoric times, and, during the Iron Age, it was a favourite route for people The northern part par t of the county is much much hillier travelling to and from Ireland. The views from than the south although the highest point of the ridge are spectacular. The Rosebush walk the Preseli Hills only attains 1759 feet. This takes you past flooded slate quarries, range of attra attractiv ctivee hills forms pa part rt of the testimony to one of the main industries in the Pembrokeshire Pembro keshire Coast National Park, though Preseli Hills in Victorian times. they lie many miles inland. When walking in Perhaps one of the most important these hills it feels like time stands still – the connections is that concerning Carn Meini magic and mystery mystery of the millennia are there there and the bluestones. Why did our ancestors for you to discover. The area has had a spiritual consider these stones so important to be significance for thousands of years and it used in building the inner ring of lingers in the atmosphere. There are many Stonehenge, one of the world’s world’s greatest standing stones, cromlechs and Iron Age forts. monuments? The stone was quarried from The Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Carn Meini (‘Rock of Stones’), locally known known website lists six recommended walks, ranging as the Dragons Back. The bluestone, known from the Foel Eryr walk, which is 4¾ miles as spotted dolerite, glistens blue when wet. long, and takes you past Bronze Age burial From the village village of Mynachlog-ddu there is a sites and an observation beacon, to the bridal path from, which a track leads up to Golden Road walk, which is just under 7½ Carn Meini. Further along the ridge is a
Preseli Hills and the Bluestone Country
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stone-circle known as Bedd Arthur (which translates as Arthur’ Ar thur’ss Grave). The circular walk takes you up onto Carn Sian from where there is a beautiful view to the coast and down into the valley.
chamber with a huge 16-foot capstone, the monument is made made of the same Preseli bluestones that somehow found their way to Stonehenge on Salisbury Plain, a distance of 240 miles.
MYNACHLOG-DDU
PONTFAEN
14 miles miles NE NE of Fish Fishguar guardd off the A478 A478
4½ miles miles SE of Fish Fishguar guardd off the B4313 B4313
C Gors Fawr Stone Circle
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Close to the village of Mynachlog-ddu stands the 5000-year-old stone circle called Gors Fawr. The 16 stones, erected at a similar time to Stonehenge, have two outlying stones that are aligned to the summer solstice. One of these is called The Dreaming Stone. It is a magnetic rock with a slight seat and is a delightful place to rest awhile. From the stone circle you can join the lane back to the village of Mynachlogddu passing by Ashera Pottery where a selection of pottery and crafts can be found. BRYNBERIAN
11½ miles E of Fishguard on the B4329 C Bedd-yr-Afanc
This village sits to the north of the Preseli Hills, surrounded by prehistoric remains. Bedd-yr-Afanc (the water monster’s grave) is a Bronze age barrow grave from 1500BC. According to local legend, the afanc lived in a pool in the water beneath Brynberian bridge. It was killed and buried within this mound. CROSSWELL
10 miles E of Fishguard on the B4329 C Pentre Ifan Burial Chamber
To the west of this village, on the northern To slopes of the Preseli Hills, is the Bronze Age Pentre Ifan Burial Chamber (CADW), one of the grandest megalithic remains in Wales, Wales, thought to be 3500–4000 years old. An ancient
D Foel Cwmcerwyn
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The village lies on the western edge of the Preseli Hills, whose highest point, Foel Cwmcerwyn (1759 feet), rises to the southeast. It has views stretching as far as Snowdonia to the north and the Gower Peninsula to the south. These are littered with prehistoric sites including Iron Age hill forts, Bronze Age burial cairns, and standing stones scattered along the “Golden Road”, the ancient bridleway across the range. In the foothills of the Preseli Hills is the Gwaun Valley, a truly hidden place that runs from the hills to Fishguard. Some of the locals in this area still celebrate New Year Year on 12 January, Janua ry, in keeping with the custom that predates the introduction introduction of the Gregorian calendar in 1752. Located in the heart of the Gwaun Valley Valley,, Penlan Uchaf is the place to see an abundant display of miniature plants, plants, dwarf conifers and alpines that are all set in attractive landscaped surroundings through which runs a fast flowing stream. ROSEBUSH
8½ miles miles SE of Fish Fishguar guardd off the B4313 B4313 The small village of Rosebush lies in the the shadow of Foel Cwmcerwyn, Cwmcerwyn, the highest point in the Preseli Hills. All around is evidence of the old slate quarries but now that the stone extraction has ceased, the village and
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Lodor Fach, Maenclochog, Clynderwen, Pembrokeshiree SA66 7RD Pembrokeshir Tel: 01437 532277 Fax: 01437 532277 e-mail:
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[email protected] om At Lodor Fach sheep, beef and pig farm you will find a quality butcher’s farm shop. Owner Benni Thomas offers home delivery in temperature controlled boxes anywhere in the UK. But if you are in the area, why not check it out for yourself, because if the Thomas’ are home the shop is open. Benni gives a friendly welcome and personal service to visitors to his farm shop, and there is no obligation to buy. It is the ideal opportunity to buy top quality, low mileage, carefully prepared meat, direct from the farm. Among the meats available are sweet Preseli mountain lamb, naturally reared beef and pigs. The beef is hung and well matured to be enjoyed at its best. The bacon on sale is home dry cured, with no added water. The sausages and burgers are low in preservatives and contain 90% well trimmed meat. Cig Lodor Meat has stalls at Farmers’ markets across Wales, including Haverfordwest, Fishguard, Pembroke, Riverside and Roath at Cardiff, The Waterfront Market Swansea and Cardigan town market. The company also sells its meat at various local food festivals and shows. This popular farm shop can be found on the B4313 a mile and a quarter from the New Inn crossroads.
PANT MAWR FARMHOUSE CHEESES
Rosebush, Clynderwen, Pembrokeshire. SA66 7QU. Tel/Fax 01437 532627 e-mail
[email protected] website www.pantmawrcheeses.co.uk blog www.lovecheeses.co.uk Situated among the Preseli Hills of North Pembrokeshire in the tiny hamlet of Rosebush, Our family run traditional farm and Cheeses, has cheese making business of Pant Mawr Farmhouse Cheeses, commanding views over the surrounding hills and the south of the County. Established in 1985 our Award Winning cheeses are Hand Made by David Cynthia and Jason Jennings, using pasteurised milk and are suitable for vegetarians. Why not call at the Farm Shop and sample our range of delicious unique cheeses, buy the perfect souvenir of your stay in this lovely part of the world. Those who can’t get to the farm can browse the website and order by phone or online using courier delivery service. You can order cheese for every day consumption or special occasions, in any quantity; in bags or bespoke Hampers or platters From cow’s milk we make the mild, creamy Caws Cerwyn, with natural oak smoked and long matured varieties, Caws Preseli and Mead-washed Drewi Sant. Goats milk is the basis of Caws Y Graig also a smoked Variety and a curd cheese. The area round the farm is ideal for walking, bird watching; mountain biking and touring you can also enjoy a tea or coffee in the garden or sun lounge or sample the real ales at the local hostelry.
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NANT-Y-FFIN HOTEL AND MOTEL
Llandissilio, Clynderwen, Pembro Pembrokeshire keshire SA66 7SU Tel: 01437 563423 Fax: 01437 563329 e-mail:
[email protected] website: www.nantyffin.co.uk Situated in between the popular seaside resorts of the Pembrokeshire coastline and the Preseli Mountains the Nant-Y-Ffin Hotel and Motel is ideally located for exploring the area. Owned and run by Emrys and Anne Murrows and their children Rhian and Brian, this family hotel offers 24 en suite guest rooms on a hearty B&B or B&B and dinner rate. One room is fully adapted for disabled customers, with 14 rooms also easily accessible on the ground floor. Food is available from 9am-9pm daily in the hotel’s spectacular restaurant where guests can choose from the main menu or the daily specials board which samples great winter warmers such as soft braised Welsh beef pot roast, rack of local lamb and potato lattice, and beef wellington with mushroom pate. Other dishes include noodle stir fry, sweet and sour chicken, rigatoni pasta with tomato vodka cream sauce and good old fish and chips. On Sundays a handsome Sunday lunch is served with 3 courses and options of turkey, beef, lamb, salmon and vegetarian. The restaurant is fully licensed and holds a great selection of draught keg ales and bottled real ales. A magnificent and recently re-modelled function room is also available to hire which seats up to 200 guests and is perfect for conferences, exhibitions special occasions as it is licensed for marriages and civil partnerships.
surrounding area have returned to being a peaceful rural community surrounded by lovely natural scenery. One extraordinary survival of the village’s industrial past is Tararn Sinc, a corrugated iron building that was erected as a hostelry for the quarry workers. The owners have resisted change: there’s still sawdust on the floor, real ales on tap and honest-to-goodness home cooking on the menu. Nearby, the old railway station has been renovated, complete with dummy passengers. The local quarrymaster in the 1870s was one Edward Croppe who had a special siding for his own railway carriage so that his wife did not have to mingle with the riff-raff! Rosebush slate was renowned and used in many grand buildings, including the Palace of Westminster estminster.. Rosebush is thought to have been the first Welsh village with piped water water..
Fishguard A Parish Church of St Mary
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F Jemima Nicholas
C The Last Invasion Embroidered Tapestry D Strumble Head
Lower Fishguard, with its picturesque old harbour and pretty little quayside lined with fishermen’ss cottages, was the location for the fishermen’ fictional seaside town of Llareggub used in the filming in the 1970s 1970s of Dylan Thomas’ play, Under Milk Wood , starring Richard Burton. The new harbour, built at the beginning of the 20th century, century, lies across the bay at Goodwick and it is from here that the ferries depart for Ireland. On the high ground between the two harbours lies the main town of Upper Fishguard, a bustling place packed packed with shops, restaurants and pubs.
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P E M B R O K E S H I R E
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14-18 High Street, Fishguard SA65 9AR Tel: 01348 874443 e-mail:
[email protected] website: www.janes-fishguard.co.uk Located on Fishguard’s High Street, Janes of Fishguard offers the unique combination of a contemporary coffee shop, craft shop and modern wool shop; often described as a real ‘Aladdin’s Cave’. This family run business recently expanded and refurbished has more than 30 years’ experience and welcomes the opportunity to share their knowledge. As Pembrokeshire’s leading wool shop Janes attracts knitters from throughout Wales and beyond. Janes offer an extensive range of knitting and crochet yarns to suit all budgets including Patons, Rowan, Noro, Sirdar, Debbie Bliss, Adriafil, Wendy, Robin, King Cole and Viridian. Additionally there is an extensive range of crafts, including cross stitch, tapestry, haberdashery, Dylon and a rapidly growing range of beads and jewellery making items. Round off your visit at the coffee shop, Ty Coffi Janes; enjoy a delicious Segafredo coffee, light lunch or homemade cake that can be enjoyed in the tranquillity of the secluded garden, weather permitting! ˆ
FISHGUARD GARDEN CENTRE
Glasfr yn Farm, Glasfryn Farm, Cefn Road, Fishguard SA65 9QS Tel: 01348 874034 e-mail:
[email protected] website: www.fishguardgardencentre.co.uk Fishguard Garden Centre is an independently owned business, run by Gill & Nick Chilton. The nursery has a friendly and relaxed atmosphere where everyone from the experienced and discerning gardener to the enthusiastic beginner can be confident that their requirements will be given the best professional attention. Here you will find an impressive range of seasonal bedding plants, shrubs, trees, seeds, alpines, perennials, pots and garden care essentials. Our plant stock is sourced from British growers and as locally as possible. We pride ourselves on the quality of our products, the knowledge of our staff and above all our high level of customer service. The centre has a simple ethos – it likes to take care of its customers and its ‘green’ friends – in other words, the plants! So you know you are getting the very best of everything. The nursery is open 7 days a week, 9 am to 6 pm (August only hours are 10 am to 4 pm and closed on Weds)
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Strumble Head Lighthouse, Fishguard
Overlooking the harbour is Strumble Head, a huge headland crowned by an imposing lighthouse. From here there are some stunning views of the coastline and Cardigan Bay Bay.. It’s the closest point to Ireland from Wales and you can usually see the ferries coming and going between Rosslare in Ireland and Fishguard. This peaceful spot is ideal for seabird watching. It is easily reached, either by the rugged coast path or a pleasant country lane. The coast between Strumble Head and Fishguard was the site of the last invasion of Britain in 1797 by Franco-Irish soldiers. Under the command of an American officer, Colonel William Tate (who hoped to start a peasants’ rebellion), the 1400-strong expeditionary force, mainly ex-convicts, stole drinks and looted the local farms. far ms. Unchecked Unchecked by the local militia, the unruly invaders set up headquarters at a nearby farm. According to local tradition, several local women, dressed in red cloaks, advanced on the French soldiers. The women were led by Jemima Jemima Nicholas whose only weapon was a pitchfork. The drunken invaders fled in terror mistaking the red-cloaked ladies for the British army army.. The French retreated to the beach below Goodwick, where they formally surrendered to Lord Cawdor just two
days after landing. Jemima Nicholas, who is said to have captured 12 Frenchmen single-handedly,, became famous as the single-handedly General of the Red Army. Army. She died in 1832 and is buried in the Parish Church of St Ma Mary ry. In 1997, to mark the bicentenary of this bizarre event, The Last Invasion Embroidered Tapestry was made. It hangs in a purpose-built gallery located in the Town Hall. Designed by Elizabeth Cramp RWS and worked by more than 70 embroiderers, the 100-foot long tapestry is in the style of the famous Bayeux Tapestry and depicts scenes from the invasion.
Around Fishguard GOODWICK
1 mile mile W of Fish Fishguar guardd off the A487 A Oceanlab
E Manorowen Garden
This once-small fishing village is now effectively effective ly the base for Fishguard harbour, which was built between 1894 and 1906 by the Fishguard and Rosslare Railways and Harbours Company to provide a sea link between southwest Wales Wales and Ireland. Still offering a much-used ferry service today, Goodwick is older than it first appears. The settlement was known to ancient inhabitants as Gwlad hud a Lledrith – the Land of Mystery and Enchantment. The surrounding countryside certainly lives up to this name, although the tales told by James Wade, one of Pembrokeshire’s best known storytellers, are rather far-fetched, but nonetheless delightful. On one occasion Wade, who died in 1887, recounted that, while he was fishing on Goodwick beach, a great carrion crow swooped out of the sky and carried him, in its
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beak, across the sea to Ireland. On reaching land the crow dropped Wade and he landed in a cannon where he spent the night. As he was waking the next morning, the cannon was fired and Wade was rocketed across St George’s Channel and he landed beside his fishing rod in the exact spot from which he had been plucked! The Oceanlab has hands-on exhibitions about marine life, and displays explaining how marine creatures defend themselves from predators. There is also a dolphin buzzer, a feel box and a food chain puzzle. Other attractions on site include a soft play area, tourist information centre and a cyber café. Just a mile to the south of Goodwick lies Manorowen Walled Gardens, which date back to 1750. The 1½ acre walled garden has an historic gazebo. The garden was also involved involv ed in the French invasion of the 18th century, with a skirmish taking place here between Colonel William Tate’s invading army and the local militia.
Dinas Head
DINAS
3½ miles NE of Fishguard on the A487 E Dinas Island
E Dinas Head
This charming village is situated at the base of Dinas Island, which is, in fact, a promontory that culminates in the 463 feet high cliffs of Dinas Head. Now no longer a true island, the land was given this name because, at a t the end of the Ice Age, it was indeed separated from the mainland. In the care of the National Trust, the headland is an important nesting site for sea birds, and grey and Atlantic seals can often be seen swimming offshore. NEWPORT
6½ miles E of Fishguard on the A487 A Lords’ Castle
C Carreg Coetan Arthur
Set on the slopes of Carn Ingli, this pretty little town with its narrow lanes is a picturesque place with a goodly number of art galleries, craft and antique shops, and eateries serving locally caught crab, lobster and sewin. It has a fine sandy beach that cars can drive on to. As its name would suggest, Newport was once an important port. It had a brisk wool trade until the time of the great plague, when trade was diverted to Fishguard. Newport was also the capital capit al of the Marcher Marcher Lordship Lordship of Cema Cemaes es the only one not to have been abolished by Henry VII. The people of Newport still elect their mayor annually and each August the mayor leads the ceremony of ‘Beating the Bounds’ when he circle’s the town’s boundaries on horseback. The Lords’ Castle was built in the 13th century and has now been incorporated into a mansion house (not open to the public). Just to the north of the town is Carreg Coetan Arthur, a collapsed burial chamber that reputedly held the remains of King Arthur.
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East Street, Street, Newport, Pembrokesh Pembrokeshire ire SA42 0SY 0SY Tel: 01239 821133 e-mail:
[email protected] website: www.bravetheelements.co.uk Elements is an exciting new shop especially for outdoor enthusiasts and it is ideally placed in the heart of Newport, on the High Street opposite The Golden Lion. With plenty of parking, a visit to this shop is a must for anyone looking to get outside whatever the weather and enjoy all of the natural beauty of the Pembrokeshire countryside and coastline. The shop opened in April 2010 and is contemporarily decorated with a light and airy feel. There is a pleasant and friendly atmosphere as you enter and the very informative owner Isobel Fallows and her staff have a great knowledge of the local area and the range of products they sell. Inside the shop is jam packed with an exciting selection of outdoor and lifestyle clothing, shoes and accessories arranged across two floors. You can find well known brands in stock, for example Joules, Seasalt, Weird Fish, The North Face, Berghaus, Crocs and Hunter. Products include a range of high quality outdoor clothing and shoes to suit all ages as well as accessories like rucksacks and walking poles. There is also a selection of framed photographs of local scenes available for purchase as a special souvenir of your visit.
NEVERN
8 miles E of Fishguard on the B4582 A Parish Church of St Brynach C Mynydd Carn Ingli C Mounting Block
A Nevern Castle
C St Brynach’s Cross
according to tradition, the first cuckoo to be heard each year in Pembrokeshire Pembrokeshire sings from the top of the cross on St Brynach’s Day (7 April). In the road outside the chruch can be seen the Mounting Block , used as a ‘leg up’ when riders were mounting their horses. It is one of only two left in Pembrokeshire Pembrokeshire.. To the northwest of the village are the remains of Nevern Castle, dating from around 1100. The castle came into the hands of Rhys ap Gryffydd Gryffydd at at the end of the 12th 12th century and he added the stone castle, parts of which can still be seen today among the overgrown ruins.
Nevern’s Par Parish ish Church Church of St Brynach is dedicated to the 5th century Irish saint whose cell was on nearby Mynydd Carn Ingli - the Mount of Angel). Inside the church are two carved stones. Set into a window sill in the nave, the Maglocunus Stone, dating from the 5th century, commemorates Maglocunus, a local chieftain, and bears both Latin and Ogham inscriptions. The Cross Stone is EGLWYSWRW incised with a Viking cross and dates from the 11½ miles E of Fishguard on the A487 10th century. Outside in the churchya churchyard, rd, near A Parish Church of St Cristiolus the entrance to the church, church, stands one of the finest Celtic crosses in Wales - St Brynach’s C Castell Henllys Cross. Dating from the 10th or 11th century, To the west of the village lies Castell the cross stands some 13 feet tall and,
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London House, House, Crym Crymych, ych, Sir Sir Benfro Benfro SA41 3QE Tel: 01239 831230 e-mail:
[email protected] website: www.siop-sian.co.uk Siop Sian is a wonderfully colourful and inviting bookshop, which also sells a range of craft items and jewellery. Stephanie Williams bought the business in August 2008, some 30 years after it was first established. It has built up a loyal following since it first opened and Stephanie’s takeover did not change this. She prides herself on providing a good quality service and as a result there is always a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Locals really enjoy looking through the books here and visitors to the area often return to check out this popular place. There is a vast selection of books on sale here, including Welsh and English books. There are plenty of Welsh craft items on sale at Siop Sian and if you are looking for a thoughtful gift for someone or a little treat for yourself this is the ideal place to come. Welsh and English handmade cards are available as well as a fine selection of handmade jewellery and accessories, pictures, CDs and children’s toys.
BWYD Y BYD
1 Prospect Place, Crymych SA41 3QQ Tel: 01239 831537 Mob: 07817634810 e-mail: malcolm378@a
[email protected] ol.com Welsh for ‘foods of the world’, Bwyd y Byd is one of Wales’ oldest health food shops. It was established in the 1970s and today is well regarded in the area for its fresh fruit, vegetables and local produce. Toiletries, natural remedies and cleaning products can also be purchased here. Suzanne and Malcolm Jones took over here in 2008 and their pleasant and friendly nature has helped ensure the success of the business. The shop has a loyal customer base and enjoys a central village location, ideal for picking up passing trade. Tasty jams and chutneys can be found displayed inside the shop as well as local cheeses, fudge, cakes and bread. The traditional old beamed ceiling adds to the charm of this store, which offers delightful wicker baskets to its customers to carry their items. The bilingual staff members are very approachable and extremely knowledgeable about the products available. Bwyd y Byd is fully licenced and there is a good range of Welsh beers as well as spirits, wines and other beverages.
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Troy. In 1109 she was abducted by the Henllys, an Iron Age settlement that is still being excavated by archaeologists. While the besotted Owain, Owain, son of the Prince of Po Powys wys dig is continuing throughout the summer who also imprisoned her husband, Gerald of months, visitors to this late prehistoric site can Pembro Pembroke. ke. Gerald escaped by slithering down see the thatched roundhouses and a toilet waste chute through the castle walls. outbuildings created to give as true an insight The princess, who had once been the mistress as possible into the lives lives of Iron Age man. of King Henry I, seems to have have become Events throughout the season help to portray reconciled to her abduction, bearing two the wide spectrum of Celtic culture, from from children to Owain. She then returned to storytelling and craft demonstrations to the Gerald who, shortly afterwards, rode out with celebration of ancient festivals. festivals. a large force and killed Owain in battle. The name of the village refers to St Eirw, Eirw, a minor female saint who was said to have been buried in a small chapel that stood in Elizabethan times next to the present Parish Church of of St Cristiolus Cristiolus.
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P E M B R O Cilgerran Castle was one of the first major K E tourist attractions in Wales – in the 18th and S 19th century it was fashionable to take a river H I excursion to the ruins from Cardigan. Today, R E
these romantic ruins still provide inspiration to artists, as they have done for centuries CILGERRAN both JMW Turner and Richard Wilson 15 miles miles NE NE of Fish Fishguar guardd off the A487 A487 painted the castle. A Cilgerran Castle E Welsh Wildlife Centre Tourist signs lead from the point where the A478, A484 and A487 meet to the Welsh A Parish Church of St Llawdogg Wildlife Centre, which occupies a striking F Princess Nest G Sir William Edmond Logan award-winning building of wood and glass on The substantial remains of Cilgerran Castle, the bank of the River Teifi. Teifi. From the terrace of one of the most picturesque in Wales, Wales, stand the Glasshouse Café there are panoramic views on a rocky promontory overlooking the River of the Teifi Valley Valley,, Cardigan town and extensive Teifi. T eifi. A tranquil site today, today, this land was once woodland. In the Interpretive Centre there are hotly disputed territory and the castle’s TV screens showing live video footage from defences reflect this – there are almost sheer cameras placed around the Teifi marshes - an drops on two sides of the building, while the excellent way way to see the wide variety of birds 13th-century twin round towers and curtain and animals, wild flowers and butterflies that walls protect the flank away from the cliff. The inhabit this interesting habitat. Outside, four building of the castle is thought to have begun nature trails pass through woodland, reed beds, around 1093, but it was strengthened by meadows,, marsh and riverside, providing the meadows Gerald de Windsor, to whom it was granted chance to see a vast variety variety of wildlife in by Henry I. Thereafter it changed hands many different habitats. More than 130 species of times, being partially sacked by Rhys ap birds have been recorded, and more than 20 Gryffydd in 1164, retaken by the Earl of different mammals, including otter, red deer, Pembroke Pembro ke in 1204 and finally falling to voles, badgers and bats. Llywelyn the Great in 1233. The River Teifi Teifi is one of the few rivers in The castle is forever associated with the Britain where fishing from coracles can still be legend of Princess Nest, the Welsh Helen of A historic building B museum and heritage C historic site D scenic attraction E flora and fauna F stories and anecdotes G famous people H art and craft I entertainment and sport J walks
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seen. In August, coracle races are held on the river at Cilgerran. In the churchyard of the Parish Church of St Llawdogg is the grave of Sir William Edmond Logan (1798–1875) who was born in Montreal of Scottish parents and became director direc tor of the Geologica Geologicall Survey of Canad Canada. a. He produced the first geological survey of South Wales, and Canada’s highest mountain, Mount Logan, is named after him.
range of plants from all over the world, all grown from seed. After enjoying the superb horticultural displays, visitors can partake of refreshments at the gardens’ traditional tearooms housed in a 300-year-old barn, enjoying homemade cakes and scones served on bone china. LLANGOLMAN
11½ miles miles SE of Fish Fishguar guardd off the B4313 B4313 A Penrhos Cottage
H The Slate Workshop
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12½ miles E of Fishguard on the B4332 E Bro-Meigan Gardens
east of the Bro-Meigan Gardens, to the east village, is a delightful place to spend a few hours meandering through the carefully designed gardens. With panoramic views over the Preseli Hills, the backdrop to the gardens, visitors to Bro-Meigan will see an incredible
Slate has been quarried in this area for centuries. Housed in a renovated 18th-century corn mill, The Slate Workshop is a place where the art of handcrafting quality Welsh Welsh slate items continues. Richard and Fran Boultbee opened the workshop in 1985 and between them they produce a wide range of articles, including high quality plaques, sundials, clocks and objets d’art. Many of
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them illustrate the great skill required to work and carve the slate. To T o the south of the village lies another interesting building, Penrhos Cottage , which is one of the few surviving surviving examples of an ‘overnight’ ‘overnight’ house. If a man, with the help of his friends, could Penrhos Cottage, Llangolman build a dwelling between sunset and sunrise, he was that was the landing place of the ill-fated entitled to all the land that lay within, literally, literally, invasion of Britain in the 18th century. a stone’s throw from the door. This particular French invasion Also to the east is Good Hope (National ‘overnight’ thatched cottage dates from the Trust), a traditional farmed landscape with an 19th century and is now a museum. It still unusually wide variety variety of plant life. contains many of the original furnishings. LLANWNDA
CASTLE MORRIS
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A Parish Church of St Gwyndaf
A Castle Morris
A Melin Tregwynt Mill
Situated on the southern bank of the River Cleddau are the scant remains of Castle The Par Parish ish Church of St Gwyndaf Gwyndaf is Victorian, though there has been a church here Morris itself. It was once a motte and bailey fortification, though the motte motte itself (the for centuries. The St Gwyndaf Gwyndaf Stone Stoness are a conically shaped hill on, which the Norman series of early Christian carved stones now castle stood) has long since disappeared. The incorporated into the churchyard wall. bailey,, or courtyard, cour tyard, still survives sur vives.. The castle Giraldus Cambrances (Gerald the Welshman), bailey was an outpost of the much grander castle at the 12th-century historian and writer, was St David’s, David’s, but was soon abandoned, and there rector of the church at one time. is no evidence that the timber castle was ever STRUMBLE HEAD replaced by a more permanent stone one. 3 miles miles W of Fish Fishguar guardd off the A487 Mill was was built in the 18th Melin Tregwynt Mill century as a corn mill and was the mill for the C Good Hope D Carregwastad Head nearby Tregwynt Tregwynt Estate. It later became a This huge headland, with its lighthouse fulling, or ‘pandy’ mill, where hammers (driven warning ships off the cliffs on the approach to by water) beat the finished cloth to soften it. Fishguard harbour, offers some spectacular Today, on weekdays throughout the year, coastal scenery as well as an outlook over the visitors can see the weaving in process and great sweep of Cardigan Bay. Bay. Just to the east purchase the finished articles in the mill shop. lies Carregwastad Head, a remote headland C St Gwyndaf Stones
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PRISKILLY FOREST COUNTRY HOUSE & GOLF CLUB
Castle Morris, Haverfordwest, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire Pembrokeshire SA62 5EH Telephone: 01348 840276 e-mail: jevans@pris
[email protected] killy-forest.co.uk .uk website: www.priskilly-forest.co.uk This five star country house is the perfect place to stay if you are after a relaxing holiday, golfing break or welcome stop en route to Ireland. Owned by Joy and Philip Evans, Priskilly Forest Country House & Golf Club can be found at the heart of rural Pembrokeshire.
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The Georgian country house is centrally located and is an ideal base for visitors keen to explore Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, St David’s Cathedral, and historical places of interest. The spacious rooms are all en-suite and offer spectacular views over the golf course or gardens. They vary in size and guests can choose to have a four post bed, super king or master twin bedrooms. The 9-hole golf course is ideal for guests as well as day visitors regardless of ability. The course boasts panoramic views of the coast and country, ideal for a leisurely game of afternoon golf. The golf club is home to Y Cabin Bar, which serves informal lunches, refreshing drinks and early suppers. Set in beautiful surroundings the bar and dining room welcome you to sample good food throughout the day, from light snacks to hearty traditional cuisine. The Cabin is the perfect place to unwind, relax and refuel, and to sample quality welsh produce prepared to the highest standard at reasonable prices. As well as a fine range of light lunches available, for those with a larger appetite there is a good selection of main meals including local steaks and gammons, and home baked ham. Although popular with golfing enthusiasts, you don’t have to enjoy golf to experience the warm welcome, relaxing atmosphere and traditional fare that is on offer here. Guests have been returning to this country house from all over the world for decades. Once you have experienced what it has to offer yourself you will understand why. Log fires in the original drawing rooms make for a cosy and homely feel and it is here where you are served mouth watering Welsh breakfasts and suppers. The breakfasts will certainly set you up for a day of business, golf, relaxation or exploring. The Pembrokeshire coastal path is nearby as are the beaches of Newgale, Whitesands and Newport. The Fishguard ferry to Ireland is a ten minute drive away. Whether you are on holiday or on business, this luxury bed and breakfast will not disappoint. Bespoke packages for business, pleasure or golf can be arranged. All major credit cards apart from American Express and Diners are accepted. Croeso Gymraeg - A welsh welcome awaits.
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There’s also a coffee shop serving There’s ser ving home-made and local treats.
completed. Situated in a deep hollow below the streets, so that not even its 125ft high square tower can be seen above the rooftops, PORTHGAIN the cathedral is approached by way way of the 10 miles miles SW SW of Fish Fishguar guardd off the A487 A487 medieval Tower Tower Gate, the only one of the A Brickworks original four city gates to have survived. The tower contains an exhibition about the history From Porthgain’s picturesque harbour, boat of the city. city. trips are available for seal and dolphinFrom the Tower Tower Gate a flight of steps, spotting. As well as being a natural beauty spot, the sheltered harbour (‘Chisel Harbour’) known as the 39 Steps after the Church of England’ss 39 Articles of belief, leads to the England’ has added interest, as the harbourside is cathedral entrance. Inside, the cathedral dominated by the shell shell of the 19th-century contains several treasures that include saintly Brickworks. This monument to the village’s bones, believed believed to be those of St Caradog. Caradog. industrial heritage stands close to remnants from Porthgain’s Porthgain’s heyday as a slate and granite g ranite The undoubted highlight of the cathedral’s exporting port. Many buildings, as far afield as interior is the oak roof, which displays London and Liverpool, have Porthgain granite wonderfully ornate carvings by 15th century craftsmen. Other treasures include an intricate in their construction. Nowadays, it is difficult to imagine the hectic scenes on the quayside a 14th-century rood screen, and the exquisite 16th-century fan tracery roof in Bishop century ago when the harbour was packed with boats queuing for their cargoes of stone Vaughan’s Chapel, In 1120, Pope Calixtus II decreed that two and brick needed for Britain’ Britain’ss building boom. pilgrimages to St David’s were equivalent to The harbour’s unique personality has led it to one to Rome and successive monarchs, from being used as a location by film-makers. William the Conqueror to Queen Elizabeth II, ST DAVID’S have worshipped worshipped here. The Queen has a 16 miles miles SW SW of Fishguar Fishguardd off the A487 A487 special seat reserved for her in the cathedral and it was from here that Maundy Money was A St David’s Cathedral A Bishop’s Palace distributed for the first time in Wales. Within B Lifeboat Station F St Elvis the cloisters is the Refectory, Refectory, where locally E Ramsey Island A St Non’s Chapel sourced food is available available.. C St Non’s Well D St Justinian’s On the other side of the river and in the Although it enjoys the status of a city, city, St same grassy hollow, stand the ruins of the David’ss is actually an attractive large village. David’ villag e. Bishop’s Palace, a once imposing building. For Welsh people everywhere, St Davids has a Even in its present ruined state, it still conveys special resonance. Named after Wales’ patron the wealth and influence of the Church in saint, St Davids is the smallest and the oldest medieval times. times. Most of the Palace’s Palace’s cathedral settlement in Britain. It was here, in construction was overseen by Bishop Henry the 6th century, that St David founded a de Gower in the mid-14th century, century, and he religious order and, on this site in 1176, the spared no expense in creating this lavish magnificent St David’s Cathedral was residence, which he felt befitted a leader of A historic building B museum and heritage C historic site D scenic attraction E flora and fauna F stories and anecdotes G famous people H art and craft I entertainment and sport J walks
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both church and state. There T here were two complete sets of state rooms at the palace ranged around a courtyard. De Gower used one for his private business and the other for ceremonial entertaining. The palace fell into disrepair in the 16th century after the incumbent bishop stripped the roof of its lead in order to pay for his five daughters’ dowries. dowries. Unlike other national saints of the United Kingdom, we know something about David, thanks to biographies written in the 11th century by a man called Rhygyfarch, though what he wrote may be no more than hagiography.. Giraldus Cumbrancesalso wrote hagiography a book in the 12th century about a bout David’s David’s travels throughout Wales. He was born near what is now the city of St David’s, David’s, his father being Sandde, grandson of the king of Ceredigion and his mother being Non, a lady ‘of noble birth’.
David was born on March 1st, which is celebrated to this day as St David’s Day. He was canonised in AD1120 by Pope Callactus II. He was said to be a gentle person who ate only bread and herbs and drank only water, though he was well-built and muscular. Not only did he travel through Wales, he also visited southwest England, Cornwall and Brittany.. Along with two companions, he once Brittany went on a pilgrimage to Jerusalem. One curious fact is that he was baptised at Solva, a few miles southeast of St David’s, David’s, by his cousin, a man called St Elvis. Because of this this,, some people have tried to claim that Elvis Presley was descended from Welsh stock and that Presley is a corruption of Preseli, as the Preseli Hills are close by. St David is a central figure in one of the many legends concerning how the leek came to be adopted as the national emblem of
THE WATERINGS
Anchor Drive, High Street, St David’s, David’s, Pembro Pembrokeshire keshire SA62 6QH Tel/Fax: 01437 720876 e-mail:
[email protected] website: www.waterings.co.uk The Waterings is a splendid bed & breakfast establishment in a quiet location close to the Pembrokeshire and the National Park Visitor centre and a short walk from the heart of St David’s. Spacious, well-appointed accommodation, all on one level, comprises four family-size rooms and a double, set around an attractive sheltered courtyard. All rooms have ensuite bath and shower, central heating, TV and hospitality tray, and the landscaped grounds include a croquet lawn, picnic area, barbecue facility and ample off-road parking. Guests are warmly welcomed by hosts William and Lottie Chant, who are always ready with help and advice on local places of interest - these are many and varied, from coast and countryside walks and views, boat trips, birdwatching and a wide range of sporting activities. No children under 5 or pets. The B&B’s name comes from a sheltered cove on Ramsey Island, one of the few deepwater havens on the peninsula, where sailing ships would anchor overnight and take on fresh water. A historic building B museum and heritage C historic site D scenic attraction E flora and fauna F stories and anecdotes G famous people H art and craft I entertainment and sport J walks
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Wales. The legend states that just before a Wales. battle against the Saxons he advised the Britons to wear a leek in their caps to distinguish them from the enemy. On St David’ss Day, David’ Day, the traditional national day of the Welsh, Welsh people all over the world wear the leek, or the other national emblem, the daffodil. The Welsh words for leek and daffodil are the same (cenhinen means leek, cenhinen pedr means daffodil), which could explain why both are national emblems. The impressiv impressivee Oriel Y Parc Gallery has been hailed as an environmental masterpiece and hosts exhibitions featuring treasures from around the world in its climate-controlled rooms. Many of the pictures on display come from the National Museum of Wales’ extensive collections. The gallery also has full tourist information facilities, a highly-regarded education programme, an Artist in Residence
studio, and a shop. Just outside the city, in a stunningly beautiful spot overlooking the sea, are St Non’s Well and the ruins of St Non’s Chapel, thought to be built on the actual site of David’ David’ss birth. The bay is named after St David’s David’s mother and legend has it that he was born during a great storm in around AD520. AD520. The waters of St Non’s Well are said to have special powers for healing eye diseases and it was much visited during the Middle Ages by pilgrims. Another coastal beauty spot, which is also steeped in legend, is St Justinian’s, a rockbound harbour that is home to the St David’s David’s Lifeboat Station , which is open for visits between 10am and 4pm. Justinian was a 6th century hermit who retreated across to Ramsey Island, a short distance offshore, to devote himself to God. A strict disciplinarian, he must have been too severe with his
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Llandeloy, nr Solva, St Davids, Pembrokeshiree SA62 6LL Pembrokeshir Tel: 01348 837724 Fax: 01348 837622 e-mail:
[email protected] website: www.lochmeyler.co.uk Proprietors Margo and Matthew Evans extend a warm Welsh House. welcome to guests at Lochmeyer Farm Guest House. Their 16th century farmhouse stands on a 220-acre working dairy farm in a glorious rural setting in the heart of St Davids Peninsula. Established as a guest house in 1989 by Margo’s parents, the property has been renovated and redecorated to a very high standard, retaining the warmth and character of the original while providing the comfort and amenity expected by today’s guests. The Bed & Breakfast accommodation comprises seven very comfortably appointed en suite bedrooms, three in the main house, where there is a guest lounge, and four in the adjacent Cottage Suites, each with their own lounge areas. Some of the rooms boast fourposters, and five are located on the ground floor. The comprehensive amenities include TV with video player, tea/coffee tray, telephone and electric blanket; there are information packs in each room, and fresh mineral water and Welsh cakes are provided daily. Each bathroom has a bath and shower, handrails, a heated towel rail, hairdryer and bathrobes. Children are always welcome, and a new attraction for 2011 is a children’s play area next to a pets corner. Also new is a viewing gallery where guests can watch the cows being milked in the new milking parlour. Dogs are welcome, but only in the cottages. There’s a ramp into the main house, and moveable ramps are available for access to other areas. The day at Lochmeyer starts with an excellent breakfast with many options including a vegetarian choice, and evening meals can be booked on Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, with waitress service at separate tables in the bright, spacious dining room. The guest house is fully licensed, and an honesty bar operates outside meal times. Guests are welcome to explore the various farm paths, and for those wishing to discover the beauty of the Welsh coast and countryside there are many beaches and walks within easy reach. Lochmeyer Guest house, which has earned several Welsh and National Awards, is situated 3 miles inland from the coastal path, 4 miles northeast of Solva and 6 miles east of St Davids. From Fishguard leave the A487 at Mathry and follow the signs for Llandeloy; from Haverfordwest leave the A487 at Pen-y-Cwm and floow signs to Llandeloy. A historic building B museum and heritage C historic site D scenic attraction E flora and fauna F stories and anecdotes G famous people H art and craft I entertainment and sport J walks
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centre of the harbour village village of Lower Solva, the Solva Pottery was established in 1984 by Colin and Bobbie Jacobs. They create pottery in exquisite turquoise shades and also sell batik and hand-painted clothes and other craft items. One of only two remaining working mills in Pembrokeshire, Solva Woollen Mill has been in Ramsey Island, St David’s continuous production since it opened in 1907. Located in the followers as they eventually rebelled and cut off beautiful valley of the River Solfach, Solfach, the mill his head! Justinian is then said to have walked walked now specialises in carpets and rugs, and across the waters of Ramsey Sound, back to the visitors can usually see weaving in progress. mainland, with his head in his arms. There’ss also a tearoom. There’ Today, the island is an RSPB reserve, and Some distance from Solva is the delightfully home to an abundance of wildlife. Boat trips trips named St Elvis’ Farm, where St David is round the island offer visitors the chance to supposed to have been baptised by his cousin observe the numerous sea birds and the St Elvis of Munster. There is also a Neolithic colonies of grey seals. The waters around around burial chamber called St Elvis’ Cromlech. Ramsey Island have the greatest concentration of grey seals from Pembrokeshire’s Pembrokeshire’s estimated Haverfordwest seal population of some 5000. SOLVA
A Haverfordwest Castle
16 miles SW of Fishguard on the A487
A Parish Church of St Martin
C St Elvis’s Cromlech
H Solva Woollen Mill
H Solva Pottery
Situated at the end of a long inlet and well protected from the sometimes stormy waters of St Bride’s Bride’s Bay, Bay, Solva harbour is one of the most sheltered in Wales. Wales. Green hills roll down to the quayside and this picturesque view was the last sight of Wales for many 19th century emigrants who sailed from Solva to America for 10 shillings - the price of a one way ticket. Now no longer such a busy port, Solva is a charming old seafaring village that boasts a good range of craft shops. Located in the
A Priory Church of St Thomas the Martyr F Landsker
A Parish Church of St Mary
B Haverford Town Museum
This old county town, with its pleasant rural surroundings, lies on the banks banks of the labyrinthine Cleddau river system and is more or less in the centre of Pembro Pembrokeshire. keshire. Lining the steep streets of this hilly town are some fine Georgian buildings that date back to the days when Haverfordwest, even though it is several miles inland, was a prosperous port trading largely with Bristol and Ireland. Its name means ford used by bucks, and the town
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is known locally as “Harford”. The former harbour area has been pleasantly converted and now offers a good choice of shops, pubs and restaurants restaurants.. However, Howev er, the town predates this trading boom by several centuries and its unusual name is a legacy of Viking raids. Set Set on a hill overlooking the River Cleddau is the striking landmark of Haverfordwest Castle , which was built around 1120 by the Englishman Gilbert de Clare, Earl of Pembro Pembroke. ke. The town grew up around the fortress, and during the 12th and 13th centuries it saw various inhabitants including Henry II and Edward I, who gave it to his wife, Queen Eleanor. Throughout its history the castle was held continuously by the English, but by the late 16th century had become a ruin. During the Civil War War it was hastily rebuilt, and, for a while, was held by Royalists. Royalists. A story is told of how
the garrison mistook a herd of cows for Parliamentary Parli amentary soldiers, so hastily abandoned the castle. General Laugharne then took it in 1645 without a shot being fired. He ransacked the place and the tumbledown ruins offer little of interest apart from the former governor’s governor’s residence, which is now home to the excellent Haverford Town Museum. Amongst the many items of interest are copies of Olive Oliverr Cromwell’s letter ordering the destruction of Haverford Hav erford west castle, and the oldest letterbox in Wales, dating to 1857. The Priory Church of of St Thomas Thomas the Martyr , founded by Augustinian Canons in the early 13th century centur y, can be found by the Western W estern Cleddau river river.. Excavations Excavations of the priory land have revealed that there were gardens here in the cloister and also between the priory buildings and the river. The riverside gardens, which were laid out in the
CASA MARIA DELI
2 Castle Square, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshiree SA61 2AA Pembrokeshir Tel: 01437 779194 e-mail:
[email protected] The delicious home cooked food served at Casa Maria Deli gives customers a real taste of Spain. Owner Maria Grimwood has a wealth of experience in the industry and is very passionate about Welsh and Spanish produce. First opened in April 2010, the cafe is open between 10am and 4pm and it is definitely worth leaving room for some lunch if you are passing by which is served from 12 - 3pm. There is a lovely atmosphere in this rustic, attractive cafe and deli. Tapas evenings run monthly and are not to be missed. Group bookings are always popular, so make sure you don’t leave it too late to book your table. The food is absolutely superb and it can sometimes be a challenge to choose what to have simply because it all looks so tempting. The deli is open between 9.30am and 5.30am and serves a great variety of produce including cheeses and European meats. Spanish wines and liquors are also available here as well as terracotta cooking pots and paella sets.
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mid 15th century, provide a rare example of the sort of garden that is often seen in medieval manuscripts and the narrow raised beds have been replanted with plant species appropriate to the period. The Pari Parish sh Church of of St Martin, the oldest in town, dates from rebuilding in the 14th century. The west window is perpendicular, and there is a priest’s priest’s room over the porch. The Pari Parish sh Church Church of St Mary is the town’s town’s other church, and has one of the best collections of monumental brasses in in Pembrokeshire. Pembro keshire. Its panelled Tudor Tudor roof is reckoned to be the finest in Wales. Close by is a strange, ghostly border that cannot be seen. Known locally as the Landsker (or land scar) it divides the English speaking ‘little England beyond Wales’ of south Pembrokeshire from the Welsh speaking north. This abrupt division of the county can be traced back to early medieval times when Norman invasions into these parts paved the way for Anglo-Saxon and Flemish immigrants. A line of castles was built from Amroth right across to Roch and, although the Landsker is an invisible border, its significance has been profound in the past. It was unthinkable that a marriage should take place between a man and a woman from different sides of the line even though they may have have lived only a short distance apart. The Landsker borderlands feature delightful countryside and fascinating villages and hamlets with a rich heritage and many stories to tell. The actor Christian Bale, was born in Haverfordwest, as was Gwen John, sister of fellow artist Augustus John. She and her brother were brought up in the town. Graham McPherson (also known as Suggs), the lead singer with the group Madness, attended school in Haverfordwest.
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4½ miles NE NE of Haverfordwest on the the B4329 A Scolton Manor House
E Visitor Centre
B Pembrokeshire’s County Museum
Scolton Manor House is a small country house dating from around 1840. Its interior provides interesting insights into the lifestyle of a fairly wealthy Victorian family. family. The house, stable block and exhibition hall form part of the Pembrokeshire County Museum . They feature a number of displays that illustrate the history of this southwest region of Wales. While the past is concentrated on here, at the award-winning Visitor Visitor Centre there is an exhibition that looks to the future with the emphasis on green issues and the wildlife of the surrounding park. The country park itself has lovely landscaped grounds, nature trails, picnic areas and a play area. LLYS-Y-FRAN
7½ miles miles NE of Haver Haverford fordwest west off the B4329 B4329 D Llys-y-fran Reservoir
The impressive dam built to form Llys-y-fran Reservoir in the 1960s has been constructed in sympathy with the surrounding countryside. When it was officially opened in 1972 by Princess Margaret, the reservoir was able to
Llys-f-Fran Reservoir
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meet the growing needs of the county’s county’s population and of the oil refineries at Milford Haven. Surrounded by a glorious country park, which lies in the shadow of the Preseli Hills to the north, there is a seven-mile perimeter path around the reservoir that provides an opportunity to see some some of the local inhabitants, including foxes foxes,, badgers, mink, squirrels and otters. The fishing is some of the best in Wales, Wales, with the waters regularly stocked with rainbow trout and with a steady population of brown trout. Anglers can fish from boats or from the banks. CANASTON BRIDGE
dates from the early 19th century and is one of the finest examples examples of a water-powered water-powered mill in Britain. There’s a craft centre on-site, along with exhibits and historic mill tools and a café, and walks and trails through the surrounding woodland. Further south and hidden among trees lies Wales’ premier theme park that is Oakwood , Wales’ home to Europe’ Europe’ss longest watercoaster, its biggest wooden rollercoaster and its largest skycoaster. As well as the outdoor rides there is an all-weather complex with a multitude of games, puzzles and rides. An area called Playtown is aimed at younger children.
7 miles E of Haverfordwest on the A40
NARBERTH
B Blackpool Mill Museum
I Oakwood
To the south of the village can be found two To very different attractions. Blackpool Mill Museum, beside the Eastern Cleddau river,
9½ miles E of Haverfordwest on the A478 A Narberth Castle
B Narberth Museum
This agreeable small town, set on a steep hill has become something of a magnet for
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Rose Villa, Bethseda, Narberth, Pembrokeshiree SA67 8HQ Pembrokeshir Tel: 01437 563124 e-mail:
[email protected] website: www.fresh-welsh-meat.co.uk ‘High-Quality Food at a Down-to-Earth Price’ n a stunning rural setting, Bethesda Farm & Coffee Shop is a superb showcase for the finest produce from Pembrokeshire and elsewhere in Wales. Owners Sian and Geraint Bowen are great champions of local farmers and producers, putting a premium on quality, traceability and low food miles. Homereared and local meat includes not just prime cuts and joints but Bethesda sausages, faggots and pies, and the farm has its own smokery. Local dairy products include, Pembrokeshire milk and cream, plus Welsh butter. The shop also sells a selection of Welsh beers, ales, ciders and wines. There’s a general grocery section for kitchen and home essentials and a small selection of Welsh souvenirs. Shoppers can take time to relax in the coffee shop with a coffee, tea or cold drink, along with a tempting selection of cakes, pastries, sandwiches, panini, an all-day breakfast or a light lunch. The farm shop is open from 8am to 6pm Monday to Saturday, the coffee shop from 9am.
shoppers because of its up-market up-market shops and THE RHOS art galleries. According to The Mabinogion, 3½ miles miles SE of Have Haverford rfordwest west off the A40 A40 Arberth (its Welsh name) was where Pwyll, A Picton Castle E Woodland Garden Prince of Dyfed, held his court. East of the Cleddau toll bridge lies the tidal Not much remains of Narberth Castle estuary formed by the confluence of the apart from the gaunt ruins of two towers, towers, a Western and Eastern Cleddau rivers, into vaulted cellar and a pantry pantr y. The castle was which also flow the Rivers Cresswell Cresswell and destroyed following the Civil War and left to Carew.. Winding a silvery ribbon through the Carew decay. It wasn’t until 2006 that Pembrokeshire rural landscape, it passes some of the National County Council stabilised what was left and Parks most beautiful scenery. However, this laid out the castle grounds to grass, thus area is so often overlooked by visitors that it providing a pleasant picnic spot. has become known as the Secret Waterway. The Narberth Museum (formerly the Standing close to the river, Picton Castle has Wilson Museum) has displays and exhibits on two distinct structures. The oldest part is a the social history of the town. Currently, 13th century fortress; it abuts an impressive most items are in store as new premises are Georgian mansion added in the 1790s. This is being prepared but research facilities and the home of the Philipps family, family, direct other activities are still available at its Market descendants of Sir John Wogan Wogan who built the Street site. 13th century castle. Guided tours span nearly A historic building B museum and heritage C historic site D scenic attraction E flora and fauna F stories and anecdotes G famous people H art and craft I entertainment and sport J walks
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Church Road, Johnston, Pembrokeshir Pembrokeshiree SA62 3HE Tel: 01437 890080 e-mail:
[email protected] Situated halfway between Haverford West and Milford Haven in the village of Johnston you will find The Windsor Hotel, Hotel, a striking building with a large bay frontage. The hotel is owned and run by Katherine and Fred, originally from Berkshire, who extend a warm welcome to locals and visitors alike (and their dogs!). The hotel’s bar area is furnished in a traditional style and is stocked with a wide selection of beverages, including two rotating real ales. In the separate restaurant which seats up to 65, food is served daily between 12-2pm and 6:30-9pm, apart from Sunday nights. A fine choice of starters, grills, mains, light bites and vegetarian options are available with all home made dishes Lasagna,Steak & Ale Pie & Fish Pie being particular favourites. Other favourites include Texas Steak with BBQ sauce, Mixed Grill & Moules Marinere. On Sundays a handsome lunch is served, when booking is recommended. Local produce is used where possible. Budget Weddings: We have an excellent menu for wedding 3 course dinners & buffets. Guest accommodation at the Windsor includes five well appointed and comfy rooms, two of which have en suite facilities. Children are welcome and all major credit cards accepted apart from American Express and Diners. Dogs welcome in bar areas & with residents staying at the hotel. The hotel is close to cycle paths and coastal walks.
800 years of history history,, starting in the medieval castle, through the Georgian drawing room, down to a fully equipped Victorian kitchen and finishing in the vaulted undercroft. Outside, the gardens are equally impressive and include a walled garden with fish pond, rose beds, culinary and medicinal herbs and herbaceous borders. In the extensiv extensivee Woodland Garden there is a fine collection of woodland shrubs among the ancient oaks, beeches, redwoods and other mature trees. Complete your tour in the Victorian courtyard where you’ll find the Picton Art Gallery Galler y, which stages frequently changing art exhibitions, and the popular Mediterranean Restaurant
MARTLETWY
6 miles miles SE of of Haver Haverfordwe fordwest st off the A4075 A4075 A Parish Church of St Marcellus E Cwm Deri Vineyard
To the south of Martletwy To Martletwy,, Cwm Deri Vineyard was established in 1991 and now has some 3000 vines covering several acres of the valley, valley, which stretches down to the shores of the East Cleddau tidal estuary. estuary. At the vineyard shop visitors can purchase estategrown vintage wines, fruit wines and liqueurs. Wine tastings, tastings, of course, are always very very popular and, for younger members of the family,, the vineyard is home to some rescued family
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donkeys plus a teddy bears’ hideaway. There’s also a large conservatory restaurant enjoying panoramic views across the vineyard.
two nearby manors, manors, saw the potential of the haven as a major harbour. Hamilton was in Naples as an Envoy Extraordinary, so he appointed his nephew RF Greville to establish MILFORD HAVEN the town around the harbour. Greville 6½ miles SW SW of Haverfordwest on the A40 contracted a Frenchman, J-L Barrallier, Bar rallier, to lay A Parish Church of St Katharine out the town and dockyard in a square pattern that can still be seen today. Although the A Hubberston Priory B Milford Haven Museum docks, completed in 1888, failed to attract the As well as being the name of the town, hoped for larger ships, the Neyland trawler Milford Haven Haven is also the name of the huge fleet moved here and, by the beginning of the natural harbour here. Described by Nelson as 20th century, Milford Haven had become one “the finest port in Christendom”, the harbour of the country’s leading fishing fishing ports. During offers some of the best shelter in the world to both World Wars, the Haven was busy with large ships, as it is some 10 miles long by up to Atlantic convoys, but after 1945 there was a two miles broad. Norsemen used the harbour, decline, and trawling also began to disappear. as did both Henry II and King John, who set However, since the 1960s Milford Haven has sail from here to conquer Ireland. Howev However, er, it developed as a major oil port. Today, more was Sir William Hamilton (husband of Lord than 25% of the UK’s UK’s petrol and diesel Nelson’s Lady Emma) who, having inherited PURE TEMPTATIONS
36 Charles Charles Street, Milford Milford Haven SA73 2AE Tel: 01646 699085 e-mail:
[email protected] website: www.puretemptations.co.uk Temptations, which sells Samantha Forrest owns and runs Pure Temptations, the latest in female fashion brands at competitive prices. Samantha lived overseas for a time and when she returned here with her family to her husband’s home town she saw a gap in the market for a shop selling lingerie for all styles and ages, including a maternity range. Behind the pretty pink-and-white frontage two floors are filled with a wide range of lingerie and general ladies wear. The main floor features clothes from brands such as Gio-Gio, Cushh and Henleys: new brands are being added from time to time, many of them not to be found elsewhere in the town or indeed in the region. As well as the clothes the shop sells a variety of accessories from hosiery to bra straps. Downstairs is given over to lingerie and sleepwear, with fun and sensual items among the many ranges, which include Curvy Kate, After Eden, Rene Rofe, HOTmilk and Life’s Not Fair. Samantha and her team take great pride in the personal service they offer at Pure Temptations, making every visit a real pleasure. Usual shop hours are 9.30 to 5 Monday to Saturday.
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requirements pass through the port, which also has the capability to process 30% of the country’s gas requirements requirements.. Aptly housed in the town’s town’s oldest building, a former whale oil warehouse that dates from 1797, the Milford Haven Museum at the Old Custom House has a range of displays that follow the fortunes of the town and dockyard, including hands-on exhibits tracing the town’s town’s history from a Quaker whaling port por t to a premier oil terminal. A seal hospital is located on the quayside opposite the museum. The tomb of Sir William Hamilton can be seen in the graveyard graveyard of the Parish Church of St Katharin Katharine e (on which work started in 1802), while inside the church are a bible and prayer book presented by Lord Nelson. Rather surprisingly for such an industrial town, Milford has more than 100 listed buildings. Amongst them is Fort Hubberston
to the west of the town. It was built in the 1860s as part of a massive massive programme of coastal defences. The recently opened Havenlink water transport service links seven points along the Milford Haven waterway and is integrated with the coastal bus service providing a convenient way of accessing the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path.
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P E M B SANDY HAVEN R O 8 miles miles W of of Have Haverford rfordwest west off the B4327 B4327 K E The sheltered creek in this lovely village has S been described as truly idyllic and, particularly H I R at low tide in the spring and autumn, many E birds can be seen feeding here. The picturesque banks of the creek are heavily clad with trees and a path from the village provides walkers with with an excellent view of the entrance to Milford Haven harbour.
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9 miles miles SW of Haver Haverford fordwest west off the B4327 B4327 A Parish Church of St Ishmael
C Long Stone
This small village, known locally as “Tish”, sits on the Marloes and Dale Peninsula and is named after a colleague of the 6th century St Teilo. T eilo. Close by is evidence of early inhabitants of the area as, on the village outskirts, stands a motte that is Norman if not earlier while, just half a mile away, away, is the Long Stone, the tallest standing stone in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. During the 14th century, Sir Rhys ap Thomas of Carew Castle is said to have promised promised Richard III that if Henry Tudor passed through Pembroke it would be by riding over his body. When Henry landed at Mill Bay, to salve his conscience, Sir Rhys lay under Mullock Bridge (between St Ishmael’s Ishmael’s and Marloes) as Henry rode over the river he then rode quickly to Carew Castle to welcome Henry. The Par Parish ish Church of St Ishmael Ishmael, hidden in Monk Valley is very picturesque. It has a double bellcote and was built in Victorian times on a site that is much older. There is a walk from the church to Monk Haven beach.
exceed 100 miles an hour. However, on the other side of the climatic coin, Dale is also one of the sunniest places in the the country with an annual average of 1800 hours a year - or five hours a day. day. To To the south of the village, on the southern tip of the peninsula, is St Ann’s Head, where a lighthouse and coastguard station keep watch over the dangerous rocky shores at the entrance to Milford Haven. Occupying a spectacular site on the headland, the Dale Study Centre at Dale Fort is an excellent place to learn about the ecology and wildlife of the local coastline. MARLOES
11 miles miles SW of Have Haverford rfordwest west off the B4327 B4327 D Wooltrack Point
D Gateholm Island
D Skomer Island D Skokholm Island
This inland village, on the road to Wooltack Point, has a sandy bay to the southwest with Gateholm Island at its western extremity. Only a true island at high tide, the name comes from the Norse for Goat Island, and there are traces here of a possible monastic settlement.
DALE
11 miles SW of Haverford Have rfordwest west off the B4327 B Dale Study Centre D St Ann’s Head
A delightful little sailing and watersports centre, Dale lays claim to being one of the windiest places in Britain, as gusts have been known to
Gateholm Island, Marloes
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Right up until the end of the 19th century, century, the ancient custom of hunting the wren, which was supposed to embody the evils of winter, was followed throughout Wales. In Pembrokeshire, Pembro keshire, the hunting took place on Twelfth Night, and the captured bird would be placed in a carved and beribboned ‘wren house’ and paraded around the village by men singing of the hunt. A particularly fine example of a wren house from Marloes can be found in the Welsh Folk Museum, at St Fagans, near Cardiff. Close by, at Martin’s Haven, boats leave for Skomer Island and Skokholm Island. Skomer Island National Nature Reserve and Skokholm and Grassholm provide some of the best and most spectacular bird watching anywhere in Britain. NOLTON HAVEN
6½ miles miles W of Haver Haverford fordwest west off off the A487 A487 The village sits at the centre of St Brides Bay. Bay. The coastline here has steep, undulating cliffs and sandy beaches, which have remained completely unspoilt despite being within easy reach of Haverfo Haverfordwest rdwest and Milford Haven. Haven. As part of the Pembrokeshire Pembrokeshire Coast National National Park, the coastline is rich in outstanding natural beauty, beauty, with a wide variety of natural amenities available to the holidaymaker holidaymaker,, including various short and longer distance footpaths from where an abundance of wildlife, sea birds and wild flowers can be seen. This area is a Mecca for walkers walkers,, bird watchers, surfers, swimmers and sailors. ROCH
5½ miles miles W of Haver Haverford fordwest west off off the A487 A487 A Roch Castle F Adam de la Roche
Standing on a rocky outcrop overlooking the
village and the surrounding plain, are the remains of Roch Castle, which was originally built in the 13th century by the feudal Lord of Roch, Adam de la Roche. A local story tells that de la Roche was told by a witch that he would be killed by a snake, snake, but that if he could pass a year in safety safety,, then he need never fear the prophecy. Accordingly, de la Roche had the castle built in such a way as to be out of reach of any snake and so the the fortress was constructed on this particularly well-defended site. His year free from snakes began and de la Roche moved into the top floor of the castle and remained there, in constant fear, for a year. The very very last night of his self-enforced imprisonment was bitterly cold and someone sent a basket of firewood to the castle to help Adam pass the night in comfort. The basket was taken to his room and, as de la Roche was putting the logs on the fire, an adder crawled out from among the logs and bit him. The next morning, Adam de la Roche was found dead in front front of his hearth. hearth. KEESTON
4 miles NW NW of Haverfordwest on the A487 B Pembrokeshire Motor Museum
The main attraction in this small village is the Pembrokeshire Motor Museum , established in 2000 by Mike Richards, a well-known vintage and veteran car enthusiast. In the museum there are more than 40 cars ranging from a 1906 Rover, 6 Horse Power to a 1969 Jaguar ‘E’ type series II. All the cars are in excellent condition and are used by their owners from time to time on car rallies. Also on display is a huge collection of model corgi and dinky toys. The museum has a licensed café, a children’s children’s play area and a video and magazine lounge.
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Pembroke A Pembroke Castle B Museum of the Home A Parish Church of St Nicholas and St John A Monkton Priory
This historic town on the southern south ern bank of the Pembroke River is dominated by the mighty fortress of Pembroke finest Castle, one of the finest and best-preserved castles in the country countr y. The castle was founded in the 11th century by the Montgomerys who established the first timber castle on a rocky crag above the River
Cleddau. The later stone castle was built between 1189 and 1245 and became the focal point for the control of “Little England beyond Wales”, as the area became known. The famous round keep is 75ft tall with walls 19ft thick and the towers towers,, turrets, oak-beamed
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DRAGON ALLEY
63 Main Street, Pembroke, Pembrokeshiree SA71 4D Pembrokeshir 4DA A Tel: 01646 621456 e-mail:
[email protected] website: www.dragonalley.co.uk ‘Purveyors of Mythical and Fantastical Creations Great and Small’ Since 2002, Trudi and Dennis Lisle and resident ghost Albert have been enchanting customers at Dragon Alley with an amazing range of high-quality hand-crafted gifts specialising in dragons, fairies and witches. The Gothicstyle building sets just the right note of mystery, and the Harry Potter-inspired décor is very much part of the fun. All the leading names are there, from Warhammer, Tudor Mint, Elementals, Heartwood Creek and Clarecraft to master craftsmen like Richard Pell. The ever-changing stock includes other fantasy figures as well as Disney collectables, Airfix kits, Magnificent Meerkats, board games and role-play games, t-shirts, jewellery, love spoons, wedding and other party gifts and lovely things for the nursery such as tooth fairy boxes, Beatrix Potter figures and Snowbabies from Newborns. Dragon Alley is open Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm and the shop is closed Sunday and Monday. Visitors are always welcome to ‘potter’ around, and the owners won’t ‘harry’ them, and shoppers who can’t get to Pembroke can browse and buy online. A historic building B museum and heritage C historic site D scenic attraction E flora and fauna F stories and anecdotes G famous people H art and craft I entertainment and sport J walks
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Quayside Café and Interior Furnishings, North Quay, Quay, Pembroke, Pembrokeshire SA71 4NU Tel: 01646 684290 e-mail:
[email protected] website: www.thecornstore.com THE CORNSTORE and CUSTOMS HOUSE CAFÉ sit in the shadow of PEMBROKE CASTLE amongst the individual shops of PEMBROKE’S NORTH QUAY. This former eighteenth century warehouse, which is listed for its’ historic and architectural importance, still enjoys a commercial role retailing inspirational items for self and home. It is one of the few physical reminders of Pembroke’s influential maritime history and the quality of the buildings renovation has been recognised with a national award. Many years ago you would have visited The Cornstore to purchase Coal, Ale, Grain or Potatoes. Today this three-storey building is bursting with sumptuous leather suites, occasional chairs and solid wood dining furniture. Cushions and throws are available in abundance, co-ordinating neatly with ranges of design-led unique lighting, mirrors and ceramics. Pembrokeshire Art is featured in-store alongside smaller gift items such as jewellery, leather handbags and silk scarves. The Cornstore is proud to have been awarded the Pembrokeshire Produce Mark for the quality of its’ fare. The Café is open Monday – Saturday for light lunches and snacks featuring daily specials, all made from fresh locally sourced Pembrokeshire produce. A selection of freshly brewed coffees and teas is always available and the cakes are ‘simply to die for’. Meals can be eaten inside or taken onto the Quayside with stunning views of the Castle. It is advisable to book your table for lunch. There is ample free parking at the rear of the store.
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40 Main Main Street, Pembroke SA71 4NP Tel: 01646 684296 e-mail: that’s-nice@hotmail that’
[email protected] .co.uk That’s Nice Home Accessory and Gift Boutique was opened in September 2010 by Pettina Sokell, a woman with much retail experience, coming from the family who ran The Mug Tree. Pettina stocks gifts for all occasions and budgets with options with a variety of items including local homemade scarves, jams, jewellery and handmade wooden decorations created by a local collective of people with disabilities. Pettina also stocks major brands like Portmeirion, Yankee Candles, Cath Kidson and Storm amongst many others. She has a real passion for home accessories and her keen eye for style makes assisting her customers with their choices an easy occupation. She never stocks anything she doesn’t love, and has handpicked every item that makes its way into her store. That’s Nice also offers a personalised wedding gift service, where lists can be left for clueless loved ones in store. The shop is located in the centre of the walled town of Pembroke, which takes its historic status from being the birth place of Henry VII. The shop itself is in keeping with the town’s olde worlde feel with original wooden floors, a handsome old fireplace with an antique stove and fabulous views over the Mill Pond.
KISMET CRAFTS
44 Main Main Street, Pembroke SA71 4NP Tel: 01646 622005 e-mail:
[email protected] website: www.kismetcrafts.co.uk www.kismet-cards.co.uk Located in the centre of historic Pembroke with a fine view of Pembroke Castle, Kismet Crafts began in a small way in 2007 when Sarah Kettle began selling hand-made greeting cards online. She was then approached for a quote and sample of wedding stationery. The wedding stationery was made to match the wedding colours of burgundy and gold and was admired by all the guests. Sarah also made a personalised scrapbook from their wedding photos which has so far led to further requests for scrapbooks. Due to this success, Sarah and her mother Marilyn Kettle decided to offer these services to all their regular internet customers and everyone else out there. Kismet Crafts opened in April 2010 and in addition to Sarah’s own creations, she has added lots of new stock including items from DoCrafts, Hunkydory, Debbi Moore, La Pashe, Spellbinders, Sizzix and many more gorgeous craft products. You’ll also find a comprehensive selection of items for making your own cards - blank cards, card, envelopes; adhesives, brads and eyelets; heat pads, rubber stamps and glitter, and much, much more. And if you would like to learn more about DIY stationery, Sarah holds craft classes twice a week. A historic building B museum and heritage C historic site D scenic attraction E flora and fauna F stories and anecdotes G famous people H art and craft I entertainment and sport J walks
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halls, tunnels and battlements resound with history. In the mid-1400s the castle and accompanying earldom passed to Jasper Tudor whose nephew, nephew, Henry Tudor Tudor,, was born in the castle in 1457 and later became Henry VII. An unusual unusu al feature feature of the castle castle is that part of it is built over a natural cavern, Wogan’s Cave. It opens up to an inlet of the river thus providing a safe loading and unloading point for supplying the castle. Opposite the castle, at Westgate Hill, is the charming Museu Museum m of the Home Home, which houses a unique collection of household utensils, appliances, and toys and games that span three centuries. Also on display are Welsh costumes from the 19th century. There are more than 3000 items in all, amassed over almost half a century by the Stimson family. family.
The Parish Church Church of St Nicholas and St John , with its long narrow barrel-vaulted nave and monastic chancel, was rearranged in the 14th century and, after lying in ruins for many years, was restored again in the late 19th century.
Around Pembroke PEMBROKE DOCK
1½ miles NW of Pembroke on the A477 Once an important naval dockyard, Pembro Pembroke ke Dock sits on the southern shore of the Cleddau, at the point where modern development ends and the gentler hinterland of the river system begins. begins. At one time the town relied on its naval dockyard for
THE PINK CAT SHOP
18 Diamond Street, Pembroke Dock, Pembrokeshire Pembrokesh ire SA72 6AH Tel: 01646 686037 e-mail:
[email protected] website: www.pinkcatshop.com As the name would suggest, The Pink Cat Shop is bright and inviting. Having been established for three very successful years, the shop was recently refurbished in 2010. This shop represents a truly inspired opportunity to find unusual gift ideas and to treat yourself to some unique and funky souvenirs whilst visiting the area. Once you enter this shop you will definitely want to stop a while and spend some time browsing through the many items on sale, including stylish home accessories, fair-trade and designer clothing, hats, bags and purses. There is a fantastic selection of quirky, colourful and interesting greetings cards alongside imaginative and humorous gifts. There really is something for every age group, whether male or female. The shop stocks well known kitsch brands including Betty Boop and Hello Kitty. There are also plenty of items to interest the boys with Airfix models, keyrings and cufflinks to name just a few. For an idea of some of the amazing merchandise on sale before you visit you can take a look at the website, where items can also be purchased and delivered. However, to get the full experience it is advisable to visit this shop and soak up the experience! A historic building B museum and heritage C historic site D scenic attraction E flora and fauna F stories and anecdotes G famous people H art and craft I entertainment and sport J walks
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2 Lower Meyrick Meyrick Street, Pembroke Pembroke Dock Dock SA72 6JD Tel: 01646 684414 e-mail:
[email protected] website: www.thejewelleryjunkee.co.uk Junkee, Affordable…Chic…Unique – That’s the Jewellery Junkee, an amazing jewellery and gift shop in Pembroke Dock, on the south side of the Cleddach Estuary. The first delight is the pretty pink frontage with potted pom pom trees flanking the entrance, and the interior is equally eye-catching – bright, airy, pink, feminine. The shop is owned and run by Liz Hague, whose sister makes most of the jewellery on display, while Liz herself makes the ‘shabby chic’ rag wreaths. Each piece of jewellery is a unique work of art, a little treasure that you won’t find anywhere else. They range from fabulous Cupcake jewellery to earrings, brooches, bracelets, rings and fantastic pieces in Dichroic glass. The range at the Bath bar is equally amazing: everything is hand-made and bought from smaller companies, including soaps, bath salts, bath bombs, bath cakes and bath melts. Selections of these are available in party bags, or you can make up your own gift boxes. We also stock a range of handmade Shabby Chic home accessories such as cushions, bunting, candles, plaques, door hangers and garlands. This is truly the ultimate one-stop gift shop, the ideal place to find a unique present or a personal treat, and the quality is matched by excellent customer service that includes free gift wrapping. Shop hours are 9.30 to 4.30, 10 – 4 Saturday; closed Wednesday and Sunday.
employment and 263 Royal Navy vessels were Martello Quay, Quay, starting in 2012, in a bid to built here between 1814 and its closure in regenerate the area. 1926. Also built here were the royal yachts COSHESTON Victoria and Albert I , II and III. 3 miles miles NE NE of Pemb Pembroke roke off off the A477 In 1930, the site was taken over by the E Upton Castle Gardens Royal Air Force, and became the home of Squadron 210, 210, which consisted of of flying Set in a secluded valley running down to the boats. It grew to become the largest flying River Carew, Upton Castle Gardens have boat base in the world - its most famous three raised formal terraces that drop down aircraft being the Short Sunderland. It from the medieval castle (privat (private). e). Along with supported air crews from not only the UK, the rose gardens and herbaceous borders, but also from Canada, Australia and New there are 35 acres of wooded grounds Zealand. So important was the base that it was containing some 250 species of trees and continually bombed in 1940, with over 200 shrubs. The arboretum was planted in the houses in the town being destroyed. The air 1920s and 1930s and contains many rare base closed in 1959. Currently, plans are in species. There’s also a medieval chapel from, place to develop a marina complex on which the walled garden can be seen. A historic building B museum and heritage C historic site D scenic attraction E flora and fauna F stories and anecdotes G famous people H art and craft I entertainment and sport J walks
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3 miles E of Pembroke on on the B4584 B4584 A Parish Church of Hodgeston
sometimes open to the public in summer, usually at weekends. LAMPHEY BISHOP’S PALACE
1½ miles SE of Pembroke on on the A4139 A4139 The Par Parish ish Church of Hodge Hodgeston ston has a 14th-century chancel built by Bishop Gower A Bishop’s Palace of St Davids and a fine Norman font. Its A Parish Church of St Faith and St Tyfai tower is early medieval, and close to the chancel are the stairs to a former rood loft. It Just northwest of the village, in the 13th century,, the bishops of St David’s David’s built the is one of the few churches in Wales Wales without a century dedication to a saint (though it did have at one magnificent Bishop’s Palace as a retreat from the affairs of Church and State. State. Though time), and is owned by the Friends of improved improve d over a period of 200 years, the major Friendless Churches. building work was undertaken by the dynamic CAREW Bishop Henry de Gower between 1328 and 4 miles E of Pembroke on the A4075 A4075 1347. He was responsible for the splendid great hall, which is 82 feet (25m) long and a A Carew Castle A Carew Cheritan Control Tower particularly fine architectural achievement. B Carew Tidal Mill C Celtic Cross Equally well-preserved are the western hall and Located beside a 23-acre tidal mill pond, inner gatehouse. Although now in ruins, this is such Carew Castle is one of the few such a peaceful and tranquil site where successive buildings to display the development from bishops were able to live the life of country Norman castle (it was built between 1280 and gentlemen among the estate’s orchards, 1310) to Elizabethan manor house. The site is vegetable gardens and rolling parkland. The much older as archaeological excavations excavations have Parish Church of St Faith and St Tyfai has a unearthed remains, which go back some 2000 fine late 14th/early 15th century tower and one years. Displays inside the castle provide of the best Norman fonts in the county. county. insights into the lives lives of servants, craftsmen, MANORBIER priests and soldiers of the time. 5½ miles miles SE SE of Pemb Pembroke roke off off the A413 A4139 9 The Carew Tidal Mill still retains its original machinery and is one of only three A Manorbier Castle restored tidal mills in Britain. The Story of Manorbier is charmingly situated at the head Milling exhibition traces the history of milling of a valley that reaches down down to the shore in a through the ages and the mill’s role in the local beautiful bay with a safe bathing beach. community.. As well as the castle and the mill, community Overlooking Overloo king the bay of the same name, the Carew site also incorporates incor porates a causeway, causeway, a Manorbier Castle was founded by Odo de medieval bridge and an elaborately carved 9th Barri in 1095, when he built a wooden hall century Celtic Cross that is one of of the best within a defensive structure. Howev However, er, it was examples of its kind in Wales. Wales. his son William who began building the stone The Carew Cheriton Control Tower is on fortification in the early 12th century centur y. a World World War War II airfield near the village and has One of the most evocative castles in Wales, Wales, been restored by a group of enthusiasts. It is Manorbier is famous for being the birthplace, A historic building B museum and heritage C historic site D scenic attraction E flora and fauna F stories and anecdotes G famous people H art and craft I entertainment and sport J walks
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Freshwater East, Pembroke, Pembrokeshire SA71 5LR Tel: 01646 672127 e-mail:
[email protected] website: www.easttrewentfarm.co.uk East Trewent Farm offers four star bed & breakfast and self catering accommodation surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of Pembrokeshire National National Park. Situated in a peaceful location just half a mile from Freshwater East Beach, this is perfect for beach or water sports enthusiasts. Guests can also reap the benefit of being close to the Pembrokeshire Coastal Footpath. Barafundle Bay, Bosherston Lakes and good rock climbing locations are nearby. Welcoming hosts Pat and Peter Sherwood live in the attractive stone farmhouse, which was built around 200 years ago. The traditional stone and slate outbuildings surrounding the farmhouse have been tastefully converted into three comfortable holiday cottages, sleeping between 2 and 6 people and enjoying log burners and country views. The former milking parlour has also been converted into a bright and modern bed & breakfast annexe. All rooms are en-suite and there is a further guest room situated within the farmhouse. Outside, there is a grassed area for barbeques and ample parking. The nearby historic town of Pembroke has a selection of pubs, restaurants and other amenities. You can also take advantage of the dining room at East Trewent Farm, serving delicious home cooked meals, breakfasts, homemade cakes, snacks and cream teas.
in 1146, of Giraldus Cambrenses (Gerald of Wales), W ales), a monk and chronicler who wrote the first account of life in medieval Wales. Wales. Gerald later described Manorbier as being “the pleasantest spot in Wales”. Today, life-size wax figures placed at various points, including the impressive great hall, the turrets and the chapel, bring the history of this ancient building to life as atmospheric music captures the castle’s spirit. The attractive castle gardens were laid out by JR Cobb in the late 19th century, and there is also a late Victorian cottage within the castle walls, complete with appropriate herbaceous borders, which is available to rent. ST GOVAN’S HEAD
5 miles miles S of Pemb Pembroke roke off the B43 B4319 19 A St Govan’s Chapel
The cliff scenery is at its most spectacular at
St Govan’s Head, where the tiny St Govan’s Chapel huddles among the rocks almost at sea level. It is thought to have been built in the 11th century, century, though some experts say it may go back to the 6th century. Accessible by climbing down 75 stone steps, the chapel was built on the site of a holy well that that once attracted pilgrims who believed the well’s well’s waters to have miraculous healing powers. There is a legend that says that the number of steps cannot be accurately counted, and indeed people who try usually come up with different answers. However, there is a simple explanation. The steps have been cut irregularly,, so some of them are ‘half steps’, irregularly ste ps’, which many people fail to count. Inside is a vertical cleft in the rock, which, according to legend, first opened so that St Govan could hide inside and escape his enemies. Closing behind him, the rock did not reopen until the danger had passed.
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Hundleton, Pembroke SA71 5RD Tel: 01646 685904 e-mail: karenwatts13@ karenwatts13@googlemai googlemail.com l.com Located in the hamlet of Hundleton approximately 1 mile from the Pembrokeshire coastal path, is a friendly country pub and hotel with a 55 seat restaurant and beer garden. The Highgate Hotel offers fantastic food, a well stocked bar, comfortable en-suite bedrooms and a relaxed atmosphere. Karen and John along with their team of hardworking staff make sure a warm welcome is offered to all who visit the premises. Open all day every day, the bar serves a good selection of beers, wines and spirits, along with the usual choice of soft drinks. The restaurant serves fresh homemade food using locally sourced Pembrokeshire produce and will not disappoint. Food is available 12pm until 2pm and 6pm until 9pm although these times may increase during peak season. Special dietary requirements can be catered for with prior notification. The hotel offers 6 double/twin ensuite rooms all with freeview TV and WIFI access. Ample car parking is available on site with room for coaches if required. The hotel offers a great base to explore the local area and is only approximately 2 miles from Pembroke Castle as well as being surrounded by some of the best beaches in South Pembrokeshire (30minute drive).
THE OLD POINT HOUSE
Angle Village, Angle, Pembrokeshir Pembrokeshiree SA71 5AS Tel: 01646 641205 e-mail:
[email protected] website: www.theoldpointhouse.co.uk In an idyllic spot on Angle Point and just a stone’s throw from House. For centuries fishermen the beach sits The Old Point House. have beaten a path to this unique and charming Inn, which was built over 500 years ago using the timbers of wrecked ships. Reputedly frequented by pirates, it is also said that the ships biscuits for Nelson’s fleet were baked in the oven here. The friendly and welcoming atmosphere inside makes it easy to understand why The Old Point House is as popular today as it always has been. The service is exemplary and friendly owner Rob Noble will happily tell you about the history of the place and explain the many activities going on locally. The warmth of the roaring open fire will welcome you in winter, while in the summer you can sit in the beer garden overlooking the stunning East Angle Bay. You will find traditional pub food served here, made using locally sourced ingredients where possible. Specialities include fresh fish and occasionally game. For real ale lovers, the Felinfoel Best Bitter is always popular. Comfortable Bed and Breakfast accommodation is available and includes one en-suite double room and two twin rooms.
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Accordingly, a wish made while standing in the Accordingly, cleft and facing the rock will come true provided the person making the wish does not change his or her mind before turning round. Although many miracles have been credited to St Govan he remains a mysterious and little known man. Some believe him to have been a disciple of St David while others claim that he was a thief who, having having miraculously found the hiding place, became a convert. St Govan is also thought by some to have been a woman named Cofen - the wife of a 5th century chief - who became a recluse. BOSHERSTON
4½ miles miles SW SW of Pemb Pembroke roke off off the B4319 B4319 A Parish Church of St Michael and All Angels E Stackpole Gardens
The Pari Parish sh Church of St Michael and All Angels dates from the 13th century and later, and replaced an even earlier church that stood on the site. The font is medieval, and there is a 14th century tomb in the south transept, thought to be that of a Duchess of Buckingham. There is an old preaching cross in the churchyard. The building was restored in 1855 by the then Earl Earl of Cawdor, who who owned the nearby Stackpole estate. To the east of the village and occupying To part of the former estate estate of of the Earls Earls of Cawdor,, now owned by the National Trust, Cawdor are Stackpole Gardens , which were landscaped in the 18th century. century. Romantic in style the gardens contain some interesting and well-engineered water features such as the trio of lily-covered lakes surrounded by woodland. Although the original manor house has gone, the 19th century terraces, woodland garden and summer house remain, along with a grotto, an eight arched bridge,
an ice house and three walled gardens. There’ss also a shop selling seasonal fresh There’ fruit, plants and vegetables.
Tenby A Tenby Castle
A Tudor Merchant’s House
B Lifeboat Station
D Five Arches
A Parish Church of St Mary
B Tenby Museum
C South Parade G Robert Recorde E Silent World Aquarium and Reptile Collection
In 2009, this picturesque seaside town won the Wales Wales in Bloom award in the ‘Best Small Town’ T own’ category for the 25th year in succession. Four years earlier, the town won top honours in Wales’s National Tourism Awards Aw ards as the most popular tourist destination in the principality principality.. Tenby’s Welsh name, Dinbych y Pysgod, means ‘Little fort of the fishes’ and certainly its most photographed scene is the pretty harbour with its pastel-coloured Georgian houses. From the dockside arches, fishermen fisher men still sell the day’s catch. The whole place is a real delight, prompting many eulogies such as this from the artist Augustus John: “You may travel the world over, over, but you will find nothing more beautiful: it is so restful, so colourful and so unspoilt.” The artist was born in Tenby at Belgrave House on the Esplanade. The building is now a hotel. The town still retains its charming medieval character together with the crooked lanes that are enclosed within its surprisingly wellpreserved 13th-century town walls. On one particular stretch, South Parade, the walls are still at their full height, and the two tiers of arrow slits are very much visible. The Five Arches, a fortified gateway on the walls, is
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perhaps the most famous feature.
the equals sign (=). After a distinguished career in London, he eventually died a pauper Unfortunately, the same is not true for of which can in King’s Bench Prison, Southwark. Tenby Castle, the scant remains of be found on a small headland. However, the Billed as the “Thinking Person Person’’s Aquarium” ruins are well worth a visit for the spectacular the Silent World Aquarium and Reptile views out across Carmarthen Bay and along enby’ss major Collection is one of Tenby’ the Pembrokeshire coast. A statue to Prince attractions. Housed in the interesting, if Albert can also be found on the headland, somewhat unusual, setting of an attractive along with Tenby Museum, which was 19th-century chapel of rest is a wide range of founded in 1878 and is the oldest independent exotic fish, amphibians and invertebrates along museum in Wales. As well as having with fish and other marine creatures that live archaeological and historical material relating around the shores of Pembro Pembrokeshire. keshire. Upstairs to the area, the museum has a fascinating are the reptiles, and here visitors can see a maritime section and an impressive art gallery galler y. fascinating collection of snakes and lizards Close to the quay is the Tudor Merchant’s from around the world. Gifts for all ages, some made by local craftsmen are on sale in enby’ss prosperous House (NT), a relic of Tenby’ the shop, where grown-ups can enjoy coffee, sea-faring days and a fine example of a tea and a snack while the youngsters play with comfortable townhouse of the late 15th 15th toys, draw, do a brass rubbing or try one of century. Narrow, and built with three storeys, the quizzes. It is open all year. the house has been furnished to re-create the atmosphere and environment in which a In 2006, Tenby’ Tenby’ss Lifeboat Station was the wealthy Tudor family would have lived. With a first to receive the new Tamar class slipwayFlemish chimney and a small herb garden launched lifeboat, the Haydn Miller . The station outside there is plenty at the house to evoke is open daily and has a gift shop. life around 600 years ago. On some of the interior walls are early floral f loral frescoes, which Around Tenby were only discovered after 23 layers of whitewash had been remov removed. ed. ST FLORENCE
The large and lavish Parish Church of St of St 4 miles miles W of of Te Tenby nby off off the B4318 B4318 town’s Mary is another testament to the town’s A Parish Church of St Florence illustrious maritime past. The tower was built A Flemish Chimneys in the early 14th century, and served as a place of sanctuary and a lookout point in times of E Manor House Wildlife and Leisure Park trouble. The tower is topped by a small spire, A small and quiet village located on the border which itself is over 500 500 years old. The whole of the National Park, Park, St Florence is noted for thing is 152 feet high. The chancel is 13th its Pari Parish sh Church of St Florence, which is century as well, and its barrel barrel roof has over 75 Norman. Inside the church is a memorial to carved bosses. A wall plaque commemorates Robert Ferrar, Protestant Bishop of St David’s, David’s, the 16th-century mathematician and alchemist who suffered a martyr’s death in Carmarthen in Robert Recorde (1510–1558), who invented 1555 at the instigation instigation of Mary Tudor. Tudor. A historic building B museum and heritage C historic site D scenic attraction E flora and fauna F stories and anecdotes G famous people H art and craft I entertainment and sport J walks
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To the northeast of the village lies Manor 17th-century cottages in the village are To reminders of the Flemish immigrants immigrants to the House Wildlife and Leisure Park , where the original village manor house provides the area, though in truth, they predate their coming. perfect backdrop for the park’s park’s collection of SAUNDERSFOOT birds, animals, fish and reptiles. Visitors can 2½ miles NE of Tenb Tenbyy on the B4316 B4316 make close contact with lemurs and ‘wander E Stammers Gardens with wallabies’. Snake handling, bottle feeding and animal handling sessions all take This picture postcard fishing village is centred place undercover in the Close Encounters around its harbour, which, during the summer Barn, while the wooded grounds and formal months, is packed with colourful pleasure gardens are ideal places for both exploration craft. The harbour was constructed in the and picnics. 1820s primarily primarily for the export of anthracite, Up until the early ear ly 19th century centur y, the River which was mined a short distance away then Ritec was tidal as far as the village at high tide, brought to the quay by tramway. Today, and it had a small port. You can still see the however, the industry has all but ceased and stone where the boats tied up. The so-called this resort, which has an attractive sandy Flemish Chimneys attached to some 16th and beach, is probably one of the busiest APPLE TREE GALLERY
The Ridgeway, Saundersfoot SA69 9JE Tel: 01834 813734 e-mail:
[email protected] Saundersfoot is a really lovely seaside village with a fine sandy beach and a harbour that bustles with life and colour in the summer months. It’s a popular holiday resort and a major centre for water-borne sports. Much of the local atmosphere and scenery is captured Gallery, which showcases the work of in the Apple Tree Gallery, owner Yvonne Mannings. Working mainly in watercolours, she paints local scenes and also still lifes and portraits. The handsome stone building that houses the gallery was originally a stable for the doctor in the adjoining house to keep his horse and carriage. It subsequently became a veterinary practice and then a gallery, which Yvonne’s husband renovated using the most sympathetic conservation techniques. They have created a friendly, relaxed environment in which to enjoy her work and the work of others talented artists, including paintings, prints and cards. Yvonne also shows her paintings at exhibitions, including one at the nearby village of Lawrenny on the Cleddau Estuary. The gallery, which is a short walk from the main car parks and the beach, is open from 10 to 5 seven days a week. Double doors provide an easy entrance to the gallery, and the toilets are also accessible to wheelchair users. A historic building B museum and heritage C historic site D scenic attraction E flora and fauna F stories and anecdotes G famous people H art and craft I entertainment and sport J walks
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The Strand, Saundersfoot, Pembrokeshiree SA69 9ET Pembrokeshir Tel: 01834 810210 e-mail:
[email protected] website: www.chobbles.com Chobbles is a traditional sweet shop, which allows customers to walk back in time and discover, or reminisce, how sweet shops used to be. It really is delightful and customers attracted inside by the rows of jarred sweets often take their time when it comes to choosing which sweets to buy. There are so many to choose from, and they are all so tempting, that it takes a while to make a decision unless you have a particular favourite. The shop has a 1940s theme. Music from that era is played in the background on an original 1930s radio. Amelia and Eamon Coleman have been here for the past four and a half years, but the sweet shop was on the Strand for 30 years, including during the Second World War. Aside from the obvious draw, customers choose Chobbles because of the personal service Amelia and Eamon offer. They are both very friendly and have a very loyal following of regular customers as well as plenty of sweet toothed newcomers every week. Traditional jars of sweets line the shelves and many people order packages for home delivery. Sweets are weighed to order and posted worldwide. The minimum order is £5 and can be sent to armed services personnel and include other items that are available at local shops. Ring for details. They also stock a comprehensive range of sugar free and gluten free chocolate and sweets, and have a vast knowledge of how confectionary is produced. They also attend outdoor events in the community and cater for special occasions and weddings. Nostalgic memory packs of sweets and Belgian chocolates are also available. Chobbles is not only well-known for the sweets it sells, but also for being the largest supplier of Steiff Bears in West Wales. In its time Chobbles has received the Nation of Shopkeepers Award, been mentioned on BBC Radio 2 and has featured in the Evergreen book.
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High Street, Street, Saundersfoot, Saundersfoot, Pembrokeshire Pembrokeshire SA69 9EJ Tel: 01834 810101 / 07794363227 e-mail:
[email protected] website: www.christkindl.co.uk Christkindl,, in Amanda Mitchell and Cornelia Krampf set up Christkindl the popular holiday village of Saundersfoot. Their idea was to source quirky and unusual gifts at reasonable prices with something for everyone. Amongst their eclectic selection you’ll find hand-made Welsh and Danish items; distinctive bags, scarves and jewellery; stylish children’s clothing; European festive decorations and much, much more. As well as leading brands such as Pilgrim Jewellery, East of India they also sell local hand -made gifts and cards. The stock is constantly changing as Amanda and Cornelia make a point of visiting many Trade shows - both in the UK and overseas to make sure they always have something different for sale. The origins of the business was in Christmas decorationshence the name, and they still transform the shop in the autumn into a Christkindl- Christmas market, with a wide range of Christmas decorations and presents for sale. The shop is open 7 days a week for the majority of the year. Also available through Christkindl is a lovely first floor self-catering apartment with breathtaking sea views. Beautifully appointed and fully equipped, it has 4 bedrooms and can sleep 6/7 people.
STONE PITT CARAVAN PARK
Begelly, Kilgetty, Pembrokeshire Pembrokesh ire SA68 0XE Tel: 01834 811086 e-mail:
[email protected] website: www.stonepitt.co.uk Nestled in the peaceful rural village of Begelly you will find Stone Pitt Caravan Park, Park, a small family run caravan site, with self catering cottages. Stone Pitt provides the ideal place to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Relaxing and unwinding is easy to do at this site, which is set within nine acres of gently sloping park land. There are 36 touring caravan and motor home pitches, with all the facilities you would expect of a well-run caravan site and there is also a designated children’s play area. Bring family / friends with you, we have two cottages available. Each is identical to each other and sleeps a maximum of four people in one double and one twin bedroom. There is a separate dining area in the conservatory, shower room and large decking. The caravan park, which offers all year secure caravan storage, is located about five miles from the picturesque seaside town of Saundersfoot and is within easy reach of all the wonderful attractions Pembrokeshire has to offer. Now available, own your own static holiday home in this wonderful part of Pembrokeshire. All enquiries welcome. A historic building B museum and heritage C historic site D scenic attraction E flora and fauna F stories and anecdotes G famous people H art and craft I entertainment and sport J walks
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Amroth Road, Ludchurch, Amroth, Pembrokeshire Pembrokesh ire SA67 8JH Tel: 01834 831242 e-mail:
[email protected] website: www.blackmoorfarm.co.uk Set in 36 acres of attractive pastureland just 2 miles from the coast at Amroth, Blackmoor Farm provides a relaxed holiday atmosphere where children can play in complete safety. The farm offers a good choice of accommodation. There are three cottages, set in an attractive sunny courtyard location, which are architect designed and recently built to a high standard with modern furniture and equipment. Each cottage has two bedrooms on the ground floor with the living area and balcony on the first floor. They are fully equipped for 5 people. Adjacent to the main farmhouse, Stable Cottage sleeps 2/3 people and has a large lounge/dining room with patio doors opening on to a small terrace. The farm also has six well-appointed caravans with either two or three bedrooms, all of them modern and in excellent condition. They are set in a lawned area with a concrete path to each one and excellent parking facilities are close at hand. The site is pleasantly sheltered by mature trees and there is every opportunity for a relaxed holiday away from the bustle of everyday life.
PEN-Y-BONT GUEST HOUSE
Amroth Road, Road, Llanteg, Llanteg, Pembrokeshire SA67 8QL 8QL Tel: 01834 831648 e-mail: rosemary.tm321@btin
[email protected] ternet.com website: www.pen-y-bont.com Pen-y-Bont Guest House is set in four acres of beautiful gardens in the Welsh countryside, and is just 2 miles from the coast. As well as offering traditional bed and breakfast accommodation, owner Rosemary Tippett Maudsley offers her guests a slightly more unusual holiday experience. She has combined her love of bed and breakfast hostelry with her love of teaching and uses her experience in adult education to run interest holidays with guests able to choose from a variety of specialities like art, needlecraft, jewellery making, photography, castles of Pembrokeshire and gardens of Pembrokeshire. These courses are led by local artisans and people with specialist knowledge. There is also time built in to explore the local countryside and visit places linked to the subject. There are six en suite rooms to choose from in the main house, with a self catering flat adjacent. All rooms have recently been modernised to a high standard and offer contemporary styling and comfort. The flat has been converted for full disabled access, and there is also good wheelchair access to the main house where a cosy lounge offers a wood-burning stove and a large flat screen TV.
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watersports centres in South Wales. Wales. In the heart of the resort is a lovely lovely surprise in the shape of Stammers Gardens, eight carefully developed acres with shrubberies, ponds, woodland and a bog garden.
CALDEY ISLAND
2½ miles miles S of Te Tenby nby off off the A4139 A4139 A Caldey Abbey A Old Priory
A St Illtyd’s Church
A St David’s Parish Church
This peaceful and tranquil island, which, along with its sister island of St Margaret’s, Margaret’s, lies just a 4½ miles miles NE NE of Te Tenby nby off off the A477 A477 short distance off the coast of Tenby. It has been the home of monks for some 1500 years. years. E Colby Woodland Garden Caldey Abbey is a modern working Lying at the southeastern-most point of the monastery that is home to a community community of 20 Pembrokeshire Pembro keshire Coast National Park, this quiet monks of the Reformed Cistercian Order. Order. village has a lovely beach overlooking The monks live their lives according to the Carmarthen Bay. As well as the delightful austere rule of St Benedict, which which requires surroundings, the village is home to the them to attend 7 services a day, the first enchanting Colby Woodland Garden, an beginning at 3.15am. Between their devotions devotions,, eight-acre area of woodland set round a NashNashthe monks of Caldey scrape a living from the style house in a secluded valley that is home to land and are famous for their range of one of the finest collections of rhododendrons perfumes and toiletries inspired by the island’s and azaleas in Wales. Wales. Carpets of bluebells wild flowers. St Illtyd’s Church (still a follow the displays of daffodils in the spring consecrated Roman Catholic church), along and there is a mass of colour during the with the Old Priory ruins, can be visited, and summer when the hydrangeas flower, before a small museum tells tells the history of this the garden is taken over by the rich colours of beautiful island. St David’s Parish Church is autumn. The garden is part of the National Norman, though some of its foundations may Trust’ss Colby Estate, which takes its name from Trust’ date back to the 7th century. century. There are some John Colby, Colby, a 19th-century industrialist. fine, modern stained-glass windows within it. AMROTH
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TOWNS, VILLAGES AND PLACES OF INTEREST
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Amroth 45
Dale 29
Colby Woodland Woodland Garden Garden 45
Dale Study Centre 29
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St Ann’s Head 29
Dinas 10 Bluestone Country 4
Dinas Head 10
Bosherston 39
Dinas Island 10
Parish Church of St Michael and All Angels 39
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Stackpole Gardens 39
Brynberian 5
Eglwyswrw 11 Castell Henllys 11
Bedd-yr-Afanc 5
Parish Church of St Cristiolus Cristiolus 13
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Fishguard 7
Old Priory 45
Jemima Nicholas 9
St David’s David’s Parish Parish Church 45
Parish Par ish Church of St Mary Mary 9
St Illtyd’s Church 45
Strumble Head 9
Canaston Bridge 24 Blackpool Mill Museum Museum 24 Oakwood 24
Carew 36 Carew Castle 36 Carew Cheriton Control Tower Tower 36 Carew Tidal Mill 36 Celtic Cross 36
Castle Morris 15
The Last Invasion Embroidered Tapestry 9
G Goodwick 9 Manorowen Walled Walled Gardens 10 Oceanlab 10
H Haverfordwest 21 Haverford Town Town Museum 22
Castle Morris 15
Haverfordwest Castle 22
Melin Tregwynt 15
Landsker 23
Cilgerran 13
Parish Par ish Church Church of St Martin Martin 23
Cilgerran Castle 13
Parish Par ish Church Church of St Mary 23
Parish Church of St Llawdogg 14
Priory Church Church of St Thomas Thomas the Martyr 22
Princess Nest 13
Hodgeston 36
Sir William Edmond Logan Logan 14 Welsh Wildlife Centre 13
Cosheston 35 Upton Castle Gardens 35
Crosswell 5
Parish Church of Hodgeston 36
K Keeston 30 Pembrokeshire Motor Museum 30
Pentre Ifan Burial Chamber Chamber 5
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Newport 10
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Carreg Coetan Arthur 10
Lamphey Bishop’s Palace 36
Lords’ Castle 10
Bishop’s Palace 36
Nolton Haven 30
Parish Church of St Faith Faith and St Tyfai 36
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Llanfair-Nant-Gwyn 14 Bro-Meigan Gardens 14
Llangolman 14
Pembroke 31 Museum of of the Home 34
Penrhos Cottage 15
Parish Church Church of St Nicholas and St John John 34
The Slate Slate Workshop Workshop 14
Pembroke Castle 31
Llanwnda 15 Parish Par ish Church of St Gwyndaf Gwyndaf 15
Pembroke Dock 34 Pontfaen 5
St Gwyndaf Stones 15
Foel Cwmcerwyn 5
Llys-y-fran 23
Gwaun Valley 5 Penlann Uchaf 5 Penla
Llys-y-fran Reservoir 23
Porthgain 17
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Brickworks 17
Manorbier 36 Manorbier Castle 36
Marloes 29 Gateholm Island 29
Preseli Hills 4
R Roch 30
Skokholm Island 30
Adam de la Roche Roche 30
Skomer Island 30
Roch Castle 30
Wooltack Point 29
Martletwy 26 Cwm Deri Vineyard Vineyard 26
Milford Haven 27 Milford Haven Museum 28 Parish Church of St Katharine 28
Mynachlog-ddu 5 Gors Fawr 5
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Rosebush 5
S Sandy Haven 28 Saundersfoot 41 Stammers Gardens 45
Scolton 23 Pembrokeshire County County Museum 23 Scolton Manor House 23 Visitor Centre 23
Narberth 24 Narberth Castle 25 Narberth Museum 25
Nevern 11
Solva 21 Solva Pottery 21 Solva Woollen Mill 21 St Elvis’ Cromlech 21
Mounting Block 11 Mynydd Carn Ingli Ingli 11 Nevern Castle 11 Parish Par ish Church Church of St Brynach Brynach 11 St Brynach’s Cross 11
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St David’s 17
Strumble Head 15
Bishop’s Palace 17
Carregwastad Head 15
Lifeboat Station 19
Good Hope 15
Oriel Y Parc Gallery 19
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Ramsey Island 19 St David’s Cathedral 17
Tenby 39
St Elvis 18
Five Arches 39
St Justinian’s 19
Lifeboat Station 40
St Non’s Chapel 19
Parish Par ish Church Church of St Mary 40
St Non’s Well Well 19
Robert Recorde 40
St Florence 40
Silent World World Aquarium and and Reptile Collection 40
Flemish Chimneys 41
South Parade 39
Manor House Wildlife and Leisure Park Park 41
Tenby Castle 40
Parish Church of St Florence 40
Tenby Museum 40
St Govan’s Head 37 St Govan’s Chapel 37
St Ishmael’s 29
Tudor Merchant’s House 40
The Rhos 25 Woodland Woo dland Garden 26
Long Stone 29 Parish Church of of St Ishmael 29
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