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Dylan's View Llansteffan, Near Laugharne
- Sleeps 7
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- 1 Dog
- Reference 1539
A fascinating history lies behind this handsome Grade II listed Georgian house. Come and explore. Sleeps 7 in spacious period style. Ideal for families and groups. Pet friendly.
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Property Overview
A truly unique property, this handsome Georgian house was painstakingly restored to exacting standards. Dylan Thomas was a frequent visitor. He had his hair cut here! David Lloyd George is rumoured to have used the house for illicit liaisons with a lady friend.
- This handsome Georgian house sits at the very heart of Llanseffan. Large and imposing the formal exterior gives way to the light, airy and comfortable house that lies within.
- Enter and you are greeted by a wide and welcoming hallway and a handsome staircase. To the right lies a spacious snug complete with log burner. To the left a formal dining room, ideal for celebrations.
- The wide original stairway leads down to an enormous kitchen/dining area with a separate utility area and modern shower room. This practical space is designed to make your holiday stress free.
- The hand crafted kitchen is well equipped and a convivial space adjoining the dining area, making it easy for the cook or cooks to mingle with the rest of the party.
- Off the kitchen is the light-filled dining area with a mezzanine sitting room above. The generous farmhouse table can easily seat 8. The garden beyond the bifold doors will certainly be a firm favourite with children and adults alike. There are estuary views from here. An outdoor south-facing dining space and patio complete the family-friendly space.
- On the first floor are 2 generous double bedrooms, a twin room, a charming single bedroom as well as an enormous bathroom. All the bedrooms are sensitively decorated and furnished to enhance the historic feel of this proud house.
- Surprise touches such as original modern artworks bring the house gently into the 21st Century. The views to the rear are all dominated by the stunning shoreline of Llanseffan Beach and its cluster of village houses.
Property Interior
4 Bedrooms sleeping a maximum of 7 adults . Master bedroom - King with sea and village views, original fireplace, 1 King with village views and 1 Twin, with sea views, 1 Single bedroom all on 1st floor.
Bathroom with bath and shower over, basin, toilet and towel rail and cabinet.
Entrance hall with console table and stairs to lower ground and first floors.
Snug lounge with logburner, Flat screen TV,Blu Ray DVD Player, , 2 x large comfortable sofas, bookshelves, with books and childrens games and coffee table. Original Georgian windows to front village views.
Dining Room with table to seat 8, village views, antique console table and chest, original fireplace and windows.
Kitchen garden views, Belfast sink, bespoke country kitchen units, oak worktops, hob and electric oven, CD/radio/AUX.
Utility Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher, Belfast sink, 2 fridge freezers, laundry items, washing machine, tumbler drier and ample storage. N.B. applliances excluding the hob and oven are contained within the Utilitiy Room making for a relaxed kitchen area.
Shower Room - with walk in shower, toilet and wash basin.
Garden Room with country dining table, bifold doors leading to garden.
Mezanine Level - Sofa, easy chair with garden and village views. This area was the original barber shop.
Grounds - Medium sized level lawn to rear, with a drop behind lawn. Patio area with garden furniture. Extensive village, sea and estuary views. To the front is a small contained shingle garden and wrought iron railings and gates.
Additional Information
Short breaks - Winter
WiFi - Yes
Changeover - Friday
Towels - Yes
Parking - Yes on street, not restricted.
Fuel - inclusive May to September. Outside these dates £40 p/w
Dogs - 1 dog @ £25
Travel cot - Yes - on request
Highchair - Yes - on request
About The Area
Llansteffan
- A five-minute amble and you arrive at Llansteffan beach. A wonderful unspoiled sandy shore on the estuary, ideal for sandcastles and birdwatching. Llansteffan is a quiet spot ideal for a relaxing break.
- The Inn on the Sticks is literally a 2-minute walk away. It is the local gastropub, serving great food. It has a beer garden to enjoy too! Live music on Sunday afternoons - perfect.
- Across the road is The Old Post Office Village Store and Deli for great coffee and homemade ready meals for you to enjoy. You can order the ingredients for a full Welsh Sunday lunch to cook at home- and they deliver. The deli hosts great themed evenings. Jostle amongst the locals and see if your Welsh comes up to scratch.
- Just a stroll away the castle cannot fail to impress. It stands on a pretty wooded headland looking out over the Tywi Estuary. Fantastic for bringing history to life for children. The substantial ruins of Llansteffan Castle make a pretty spot for picnics while your little ones lose themselves in play. "Is that a knight I hear approaching?"
Scotts Bay
- Fantastically secluded and yet close by. Walk half a mile south along the coast path from along the sea cliffs. Dogs are welcome, sunbathers too, but take care at low tide.
St Anthony's Well
- Behind the beach at Scotts Bay tucked away behind a door in a small courtyard is St Anthony's Well, a place of pilgrimage for hundreds of years the healing properties of its water are the stuff of legend and worth a visit.
Laugharne
- Drive along the stunning Taf Estuary to Laugharne a large village with a selection of restaurants, several shops, tea-rooms and inns including a village store, a Spar with an ATM, chemist and Post Office combined as well as a bakery (supermarkets & chain stores in Carmarthen)
- Laugharne plays host to an eclectic mix of eateries, with something for everyone. Browns Hotel was a firm favourite with Dylan Thomas, and he did enjoy a jar or two! This atmospheric venue is open for lunch and dinner. Cors Restaurant set in a romantic 'fairy-tale' garden, serves a contemporary menu as well as take away fish and chips.
- A must do is 'The Boathouse', the museum dedicated to Dylan Thomas. Stand and take in the atmosphere of "The Heron Priested Shore"
- An award-winning museum totally focussed on the 1940's and jam-packed with wartime memorabilia, music and so much more. An ever-changing programme of events has something for everyone.
The National Botanic Garden of Wales
- The National Botanic Garden of Wales, set in 568 acres of parkland, is a rival to The Eden Project. Hosting year-round events, an ideal destination whatever the weather.
Aberglasney
- Aberglasney "A Garden Lost in Time" near Llandeilo. This forgotten garden is being brought back to life and preserved for the public by the Aberglasney Restoration Trust and has featured on several television programmes. Tea rooms and a really good Gift Shop. Gardeners can always pick up some bargains here.
Tenby
- Breathtaking beaches, bags of shopping opportunities, bars and cafes galore. Tenby is a great destination for a full day trip. Take the boat to Caldy Island. Go seal spotting or just walk the sands and enjoy the view.
Carmarthen County & Market Town
- Visit the ancient market and county town of Carmarthen, which, with its Roman foundations is said to be the oldest town in Wales. All manner of amenities are based here, only a 15 minute drive away. Close but not too close.
- The indoor market stocks delicious local produce, second hand books, antiques and crafts by local artisans.
- A modern cinema complex, showing a number of films perfect for evenings out or rainy day entertainment.
Carmarthen Leisure Centre, Johnstown
- The 8 lane 25 metre infinity swimming pool is probably one of the best in West Wales. A great day out.
- Try archery, rock climbing, canoeing, kayaking, horse riding or coasteering, All ages and abilities catered for. Go along with a group of friends or a family and enjoy the adventure.
Gwili Railway, Bronwydd Arms Station
- A nostalgic journey on a steam train is always remembered fondly. With special events such as dining aboard, cream teas and special celebrations for Mother's Day, Father's Day or a unique Sunday lunch you really can immerse yourself in the glory days of steam.
Property Overview
Activities
Things to do nearby
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Pembrey Ski
Situated in Pembrey Country Park against the spectacular Gower Peninsula. Equipment hire and lessons available. Alpine Lodge, cafe and floodlit 130 m slope plus 40m nursery slope. Button Lift.
Morfa Bay Outdoor Centre
Activities include gorge walking, land yachting, mountain biking, sea kayaking, surfing, coasteering, rock climbing, abseiling archery and more.
Shaggy Sheep Wales
Activities include rock climbing, abseiling, mud assault course, coasteering, fishing, hovercraft, 4x4 driving, power kiting, gorge scrambling, quad biking, white water rafting and lots more.
Battlefield Live Pembrokeshire
Adventure Beyond
St Anthony's Well
St Anthony's well is situated on the road that once led to Laugharne ferry. Pilgrims on route to and from St Davids would stop off at the well to refresh themselves. It was once customary to throw pins rather than money into the well. A sculptured plaque by John Taulbut commemorates the saint. Satnav users please note this postcode will take you to The Castle Inn in the centre of Llansteffan.
Llansteffan Church
The present nave dates from the 13th C, the tower and transepts were added in the 15th C and the Lloyd Chapel in the 16th C. The interior has been renovated several times during the 19th C and a current programme of restoration is on going. The church has fine 19th and 20th C stained glass windows, including a beautiful east window by John Petts.
Llanstephan
Prehistoric people have left their mark in the form of Stone age burial chambers, Bronze age standing stones, burnt mounds and fortifications, Iron age hill forts and hut circles.
Llansteffan Castle
The castle was strategically placed to guard the Tywi estuary. It was built within the still visible ramparts of a late Bronze age hill fort. Originally a wooden 11th C castle was built which was then replaced in stone by the Norman invaders in the 12th C. It was considerably extended in the 13th C. After a period when it was used as a comfortable residence it was eventually abandoned in the 16th C and left to ruin.
Laugharne Castle
There was probably a castle here in the early 12th C though the upstanding remains can be traced back no further than the late 13th C. In the 18th and 19th C the outer ward was laid with formal gardens.
St Martin's Church, Laugharne
A cruciform shaped church with huge square tower supported by pointed arches. It has been a place of worship since Norman times. The church was restored in the 15th C and again in the 1873. It contains a Celtic cross slab, painted nave ceiling, brass chandelier and many memorials. A 15th C Italian brocade cope and church silver, not on display, are owned by the church.
Kidwelly Castle
The castle was built in reaction to Welsh uprisings then further fortified with a new gatehouse in the 1420's following the uprisings of Owain Glyndwr.
Kidwelly Industrial Museum
Carmarthen Castle
Earliest records mention the castle in 1094 and by 1105 Carmarthen town was mentioned by name so the castle was certainly on its present site by then. The castle evidently was very important early on in its history. It underwent a series of attacks and rebuilding episodes. Finally in 1215 Llewellyn the Great destroyed it and in 1223 the present castle was built by William Marshal Earl of Pembroke. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the Tourist Information Centre, Lammas Street, Carmarthen.
St Peter's Church, Carmarthen
Parts of the church date from the 13th C. Many of the 17th-19th C memorials in the church are of famous people. The church was built of local red sandstone and grey shale. It is large with a tower, nave, chancel, south aisle and Bishops court.
Carmarthenshire County Museum
Exhibits include Romans, furniture, paintings and much more. The museum building once was the palace of the Bishop of St David's 1542-1974. It was here that the New Testament was first translated into Welsh
Carmarthenshire Museum
Displays include local archaeology, Egyptology, pottery, portraits, landscape paintings, Welsh furniture, costume, a Victorian school room, life on a farm and the home front in World War II.
Hywel Dda Centre
Hwyel Dda ruled over most of the country and claimed to be the King of Wales during the late 9th C. His legal system was known for its wisdom and justice and was still in force until the act of union in 1536. A memorial garden was chosen as a quiet contemplative environment in which to explore his laws and early medieval society.
Holy Trinity Church, Llanegwad
The church has stained glass windows, a wooden barrel vault nave and decorated interior with frescoes. The architect was Bucknall
St Edgar Church, Llanegwad
The building was begun in the 10th-11th C and restored in the 19th C. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the Salutation Inn in Pontargothi. From here leave the village by the A40 travel in an easterly direction until the next right hand turn to the village of Llanegwad.
Dryslwyn Castle
A public path leads from the base of the castle through the remains of the western gate house. The earliest castle was probably raised in the first half of the 12th C with many additions in subsequent years virtually doubling its size. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the Fig Tree Restuarant opposite Dryslwyn Castle.
National Wool Museum
26 Moorabool St, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia | (03) 5272 4701
Newton House National Trust
Large rooms overlook romantic formal gardens. Upstairs are innovative and changing exhibitions as well as a permanent exhibition representing the period between 1940 and 1945 when the house became a hospital.
Dinefwr Castle National Trust
Llawhaden Castle
The ruins dominate the high ground above the village overlooking the Eastern Cleddau river. Remaining features include the impressive gate house, the outer wall to the south with splendid battlement views, some rooms and a partially vaulted under croft. Nearby are the remains of the hospital's chapel founded In 1287.
Teifi Valley Narrow Gauge Railway
Facilities include tearoom, gift shop, railway charity shop, toilets, crazy golf, quoits, picnic tables. Charcoal is made and sold on site.
Aberdeunant (National Trust)
The farmhouse provides an insight into agricultural life in times gone by. Admission is by guided tour and appointment only.
Cilwendeg Shell House
The interior consists of a profusion of native sea shells, minerals and coloured glass fragments arranged in primitive patterns. Open for viewing on Thursdays from the first week in April to the last week in January. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to Boncath. Cilwendeg Park is to the east off the B4332
Manorbier Castle
Listen to atmospheric music as you explore the castle gate house, towers, battlements, chapel, crypt, great hall, dungeon, buttery, well and smugglers passage. Drinks, snacks and gift shop available on site.
King Quoit Burial Chamber
Another stone lies to the south east corner and is probably part of the chamber. The chamber is partially below the ground.
Penrhos Cottage
This tiny cottage was once home to 12! Its original welsh furniture remains in the cottage. The thatched part is two roomed. It is the stone rebuild of an original 17th C mud walled type built overnight out of roadside waste. Viewing by appointment.
National Coracle Centre
The museum covers the history of coracles and techniques and tools for building them. There is also a section on the implements and methods used for the equally ancient art of poaching.
St Llawddog's Church, Cenarth
In the churchyard can be found a 'sarsen' stone of millstone grit with an inscription cut into it. The origin of the stone is shrouded in the past. The bowl of the font dates from the 12th C or earlier. It was once used as a pig trough. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the village of Cenarth from where you can ask directions to St Llawddog's Church.
Carreg Cennin Castle
The castle's ruins are clouded in obscurity. The existing stronghold dates from around 1300 and has been in the hands of the English and the welsh during its existence. It has a complicated system of defences. There is a passageway into cliff face leading into a natural underground cave.
Carreg Cennen Castle
Open all year round in summer from 9.30 til 6.00 and in winter from 9.30 til 4.00. The tea room and craft shop have the same opening hours. Leaflet maps of 2 mile and 5 mile walks around the castle are available for sale in the shop.
Picton Castle
The remodelled plaster rooms and fireplaces were designed by Sir Henry Cheere. There are 40 acres of woodland gardens, a shop, restaurant and gallery.
Lamphey Bishop's Palace
One of three grand fortified palaces belonging to the Bishop of St Davids. The remains include a partially complete outer wall, a central grassy area with bell tower, numerous halls, a chapel and other buildings The palace is said to be haunted. Parking facilities and visitors centre on site.
Talley Abbey
The Premonsrtatensians were otherwise known as the White Canons. They founded the abbey during a time of peace and accord between the welsh prince and the English crown. The ruins are set in beautiful hills at the head of the Talley Lakes.
Cilgerran Castle National Trust
Castle Square, Cilgerran SA43 2SF, UK | 01239 621339
The castle stands overlooking the Teifi where it merges with the Plysgog stream. Therefore it was able to patrol both a natural crossing place and the passage of sea going ships. Powerful twin towers remain.
Castell Henllys Iron Age Fort
Meline SA41 3UR, UK | 01239 891319
Roundhouses and other structures have been rebuilt where they originally stood. The fort is the focus of an archaeological excavation in this beautiful woodland setting.
Castell Henllys
Archaeological excavations are on site. Recreated houses complete with thatch have been built on the 2000 year old foundations. Throughout the summer there are opportunities to try ancient skills like basket weaving and wool spinning while children can play at being archaeologists.
Celtic Cross at Carew
The gracefully tapering shaft is covered in fine tracery of ancient welsh designs.
Carew Castle
Carew is an excellent example of the organic nature by which castles grew. The Norman tower is believed to have been the original gatehouse, the front battlements are from the 13th C and then the Tudor gatehouse and Elizabethan mansion were added.
Carew Tidal Mill
Evidence shows that there was a mill of some kind in existence as early as 1542. The present building dates from the early 19th C and one of the mill wheels carries the date 1801. There are audio visual facilities and a special exhibition telling the story of milling.
The Cornstore
This recently renovated building was awarded for its sympathetic restoration. There are three floors of innovative furniture and gifts. The Quayside Cafe serves good coffee, cakes and light lunches.
Pembroke Castle
The castle is largely intact. Its endless passages, tunnels and stairways provide hours of fun to explore. Exhibitions and a tableaux tell of its fascinating history from the arrival of the normans in 1093 to the present day. Oliver Cromwell personally oversaw its seige and partial destruction during the civil war.
Cardigan Heritage Centre
The centre is situated in a grade II listed 18th C warehouse on Teifi Wharf. It is managed by Cardigan's history society 'Hanes Aberteifi'. There is a range of changing exhibitions on local themes. The shop sells books and locally made crafts. There is a riverside caf
Pembroke Dock Heritage Centre
Displays on the dockyard which built 260 ships including 5 royal yachts and RAF flying boats. There is also information on how Victorian soldiers lived.
The Guildhall & Corn Exchange Gallery
Refurbishment has been supported by Cardigan Building Preservation Trust, the Townscape Heritage Fund, Community Facility and Activity Programme and Ceredigion Council. CADW have also been approached. The hall will be used for community and commercial events. The gallery will provide space for local arts & crafts to be displayed.
The Coach House Visitor Centre
An atmospheric exhibition of medieval carved stones and beautiful early Christian standing stones. A modern computer generated reconstruction showing the history of Abbey life. Beautifully illustrated information boards to fully interpret the story of St Dogmael's Abbey over the centuries.
Flying Boat Centre
The Flying Boat Interpretation Centre and Workshop tells the story of Pembroke Dock's unique naval, military and aviation links with all three armed services. Pembroke Dock was a flying boat station for over 30 years. During World war II Pembroke Dock became the largest flying boat station in the world. There are plans to recover an important sunderland serial number T9044 from the seabed off Pembroke Dock where it has rested for nearly 70 years. It will then be displayed at a major heritage centre in Pembroke Dock.
Y Felin
Y Felin produces a range of stoneground flours. A tour of the mill is both enjoyable and educational. The mill shop sells all of the flours and local produce. Do sample the delicious home made cakes and scones baked with the mill's own flour in the tea rooms or on the patio over looking the water wheel. The adjoining mill pond is home to a variety of water fowl which you are welcome to feed.
Llanstadwell Parish Church
The 12th C tower remains largely unaltered. The main body of the church is the result of an extensive 19th C rebuilding programme. The belfry holds two bells cast in 1684 during the reign of Charles II. One of the bells is inscribed 'Vivat Rex', long live the king. The south transept was built as a result of the 19th C population explosion due to Brunel's Great Western Railway arriving at Neyland. The stained glass window is dedicated to those fallen during the 1914-1918 war. The church is open daily during day light hours.
St Dogmaels Abbey
The surviving ruins span four centuries of monastic life and show much alteration. Extensive walls and arches remain. St Dogmaels Abbey is skirted by fields, modern housing and the river Teifi. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the centre of the village of St Dogmaels.
Haverfordwest Castle
Over the centuries the castle has had a colourful existence. It has withstood all assaults by the Welsh and escaped unscathed in 1215 when Llewelyn the Great devastated west Wales. Twice the town was burned up to the castle gates but the castle escaped.
Tim Bowen Antiques
Welsh Antiques.com
The show room has a selection of welsh antiques including dressers, tables, oak long case clocks, stick chairs, oak cupboards and more
The Mount
Merlin Antiques
CJC Antiques
Radnedge Architectural Antiques
Audrey Bull Antiques
Dyfed Antiques and Architectural salvage
London House Antiques
The Country Squire
Malt House Antiques
Audrey Bull Antiques
Other items include clocks, silver, porcelain, pottery, mirrors, boxes, tea caddies, pictures, glass ware and more.
Old Saddlery Antiques
Sage Antiques
Ash 'n' Glass
Michael Lloyd Antiques
Design in Mind Antiques
Open shop hours and by request
Vale Traditional Chairs
Jones & Llewelyn Auctioneers
One of the oldest provincial galleries in Wales.
The Works Antiques Centre
James Ash Antiques
RWG Auctions
Coracle Centre & Forget Me Not Antiques
Open from Easter to end October daily 10.30am to 5.30pm. Other times by appointment.
Cole's Antiques & Collectables
Coles can be found located at the Shire Horse Farm. Open daily from 10am to 4pm
The Jen Jones Welsh Quilt Centre
Town Hall, High St, Lampeter SA48 7BB, UK | 01570 422088
Jen Jones' stock of over 1000 welsh quilts and blankets mostly made between 1820 and 1939 are all hand made and therefore each one is unique. They are on display in the old Lampeter Town Hall.
Chapel Antiques
Treen Box Antiques
Cardigan Antique Centre
Gareth Thomas Antiques
Laugharne Pottery
Laugharne Glass Studio
West Wales Centre for the Crafts
Crafts may include jewellery, cards, soft furnishings, fashion accessories, china, paintings, prints, lovespoons, soaps, oils, cushions, lavender, pillows, chutney, jams, turned wood, pewter, teddies, leather and more. Refreshments are on sale.
Foel Uchaf Mohair & Weaving
Foel Uchaf's soft furnishings and fashion accessories are displayed at 'West Wales Centre for the Crafts'. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the White Lion Inn in the village of Pwll Trap.
Glyn Coch Craft Centre
The centre displays hundreds of locally handmade crafts and is home to a small working pottery. The woodland walk offers glimpses of wildlife, farm animals and farm machinery. There are entertainments for children. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the White Lion pub in the centre of Pwll Trap
Studio Rosa Danica
They also show the work of Marianne's grandfather Danish artist Axel Johansen. Tim makes furniture under the name 'Alexander Design'
Greenfeet Crafts
Marnie specialises in making jewellery. She also sources natural products, herbs and flowers to make toiletries, both bath and body products. Ric specialises in photography. Their work is on sale at Crafts Alive, Llandeilo SA19 6EN and Origin Dyfed, Carmarthen
Origin Dyfed
Fine creativity, quality, design and innovation result in stock including glass ware, jewellery, hand made cards, silk goods and much more.
Jonathan Cox Ceramics
Jonathan's love of the natural world and particularly wild flowers influences his vibrant ceramic designs.
JE Glass Crafting Stained Glass Courses
The courses include copper foiling, lead lights, sandblasting/acid etching, painting on glass & hot glass slumping & fusing. You are welcome to repair your own leaded lights with help or make something from scratch.
Gwili Pottery
Siramik Pottery
Visits to the pottery studio are welcomed by prior arrangement, please phone first. A variety of courses are available including children's afternoon workshops.
Felingwm Pottery
Majolica, earthenware, lustre and bone china. Commemorative china, anniversary and new baby.
Avondale Glass Blowing Studio
Vincenzo Speranza worked for the great glass houses of Italy from the age of 10 and in Germany, Switzerland, France, Sweden and Malta before settling and starting his glass blowing business in Pembrokeshire in 1976.
Art Matters Gallery
Ten exhibitions are held every year.
Mellangth Stained Glass
Neil makes Tiffany style lamps, mirrors, small gifts, fused glass and much more. He also offers tuition.
Simon Rich Potter
The Golden Sheaf Gallery
The Original Pig Street Craft Collective
Moriath Glass
A gallery of sparkling colour. A world of light and shining glass. A view of hills with buzzards circling. A studio where magic happens.
Narberth Gallery
The gallery holds permanent displays of owner Dez Leeke's work. Also designer jewellery by Furious Fish, felt work by Phillipa Lawrence together with pottery, stained glass, ceramics, textiles and cards. Craft shop, coffee shop and sculpture garden
Little Wedlock Gallery
Their lively and varied work responds to the natural world. Work includes drawings, lino cuts, papier mache, paintings in water colour, oil, acrylic and on silk. They also offer cards and prints and original work.
Roy Thedvall Artist/Blacksmith
Stock includes clocks, candelabra, fire irons and one off sculptures. The work is produced using mainly traditional hot forging techniques with an emphasis on design.
Learn Wood Turning at Clyn Glas
Learn wood turning on a one day course with Tony. Buy wood turned items or something made to order.
Studio Llwyndrain
Mynachlog-ddu, Clynderwen SA66 7SB, UK |
Visitors to the studio are welcome by prior arrangement. Watercolours, printmaking and sharing studio space available.
Preseli Mohair Centre
Viv Lockton has a small showroom where a variety of stock is exhibited including socks, gloves, hats, blankets, Angora skin rugs and cushions.
The Slate Workshop
Richard and Fran Boultbee specialise in fine lettering and designs hand carved or sandblasted for nameplates, numbers, plaques, memorials, sundials, clocks and more.
Oriel T Cornel (formerly The Bridge Gallery)
Wriggly-Tin.Com
They work with photographs on fine art papers, photographic papers, contemporary canvas ,art skimming acrylic images, garden art and more.
Claudia Myatt - Illustrator, Author & Artist
Claudia also makes jewellery. She teaches watercolours and is available for hire by individuals or small groups wanting to get started or to improve.
Diane Mathias Fine Art
Diane's studio is open between 10 and 6 on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
Sally Pearce
Sally's work includes landscapes, seascapes, floral, life, still life and abstract. She welcomes visitors to her studio at any time but please phone first.
Sally Pearce
Sally's work includes landscapes, seascapes, floral, life, still life and abstract. She welcomes visitors at any time but please phone first.
Sally Pearce
Sally's work includes landscapes, seascapes, floral, life, still life and abstract. She welcomes visitors to her studio at any time but please phone first.
Helen Elliot Naive Art
Helen's studio is open from 11 to 7 on Fridays and Saturdays throughout the year. Her paintings are of local places and people and usually feature her dog.
Fountain Fine Art
Crafts Alive
Open Monday to Saturday from 10am til 5pm Stock includes jewellery, clay, glass & metal, textiles, pictures & cards, preserves & potions, wood and paintings.
The Studio Cornant
Joanna specialises in British wildlife and botanical art. She was awarded RHS Silver Gilt Medal 2003 at the Westminster show.
Cariad Glass
Opening times vary so please ring before visiting.
Jewellery Making with Sara Lloyd Morris
Sara has a large working studio where a wide range of her own jewellery is on sale.
Elizabeth Haines Painter
The artist's studio a restored cowbyre on her hill farm is open by arrangement at any time. Please phone to make arrangements.
Oriel Linda Norris Gallery
Furniture Maker at Nantgwynfaen Farm
Ken makes tables, chairs, kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms, studies, cupboards, wooden latches, distressed and wooden furniture and more.
Snail Trail Hand Weavers
Martin weaves colourful individual rugs, wall hangings, silk scarves and fabrics. Martin and Nina run courses in weaving, spinning and dyeing.
John and Victoria Jewellery
Ydlanddegwm, Llechryd, Cardigan SA43 2PP, UK | 01239 682653
Original designs in a wide range of styles and prices.
The Picton Gallery
The gallery hosts a variety of art showwcasing a resident artist each month. Visitors to the castle receive free entry to the gallery. Check the website for current exhibitions.
David Beattie Etching Studio and Gallery
David produces a range of rural landscapes, livestock, and character studies.
Paisley Villa
David's etchings have been shown at the Royal Academy and sold through Christie's catalogues. He uses methods unchanged for 400 years.
The Studio at Treleddyn Isaf
Beautiful organic landscapes, fascinating still lifes, surreal compositions and exciting abstracts. Paintings in oil, acrylic, watercolour and ink. Visitors welcome by appointment.
The Studio - Treleddyn Isaf
David uses oils, acrylic, watercolour and ink. He paints, makes etchings and sells reproductions and cards. The Studio is open most days. Visitors are welcome by appointment at any time. Please phone ahead if making a special journey.
West Wales Arts Centre & Cafe Celf
The centre shows quality work of established national and international artists and crafts people as well as supporting emerging talents.
Alun Williams Watercolour Paintings
Pembrokeshire Candle Centre
Inger John invites you to browse among candles, candle holders and all things related to candles sourced from all over the world. Inger's husband Brian is a prolific writer with over 60 books to his name. His successful Angel Mountain Saga, historical fiction from Wales, is made up of 5 novels about the life and times of Martha Morgan. The work is published by Greencroft Books.
Adrian Jones Fine Art
Original paintings and limited editions. Picture frames and bespoke framing.
Custom House Shop and Gallery
44 St Mary St, Cardigan SA43 1HA, UK | 01239 615541
Pendre Art Gallery and Coffee Shop
Work includes paintings, photography, jewellery, woodwork and pottery. There are regular exhibitions. Art materials and picture framing available.
The Black Mountain Gallery
Both artists work across a broad spectrum of artistic techniques from sculpture to ceramics to welding but they are best known for their amazing paintings.
Pottery and Paintings
Work includes handmade pottery by master craftsman Joe Finch and beautiful pictures by world renowned artist Trudi Finch. Pottery demonstrations.
Andrew G Bailey
Llansteffan and Carmarthen Bay
A National Trust path leads past St Anthony's cottage along the headland above Wharley Point. The surrounding areas take in a diverse range of habitats, the most important of which arguably is the salt marshes on the low ground. The area between Wharley Point and Craig Ddu woodland is also a 'Site of Special Scientific Interest' rich with maritime lichen flora.
Llansteffan Beach
Scott's Bay Llansteffan
Captain James and his family lived in St Anthony's Cottage named after the nearby holy well of St Anthony. In 2004 the sandy bay was voted 'One of the most peaceful, beautiful and relaxing beaches in Wales'. Dogs are welcome Oct - March. Sorry no dogs April - Sept Amenities: Llansteffan - car park, public toilets, cafe, pub, shop
Ferryside Beach
Ferryside is tucked away off the beaten track at the mouth of the River Tywi. The narrow sandy beach is backed by dunes. Ferryside was once at the heart of the Carmarthen Bay cockle picking industry. Dogs are welcome Oct - March. Sorry no dogs Apr - Sept Amenities: Ferryside Railway Station (London to Fishguard route) car park, public toilets, cafe, pub, shop
Laugharne Beach
This beautiful area provided inspiration for many writers in particular Dylan Thomas who immortilised it with the words "sloe black, slow, black, crow black fishing boat-bobbing sea..." Dylan Thomas' Boathouse and writing shed, now a museum book shop and cafe over looking the foreshore is open to the public. Dogs on leads are welcome all year round. Amenities: Laugharne village - car park, public toilets, cafes, restaurants, pubs, shop
Cefn Sidan Beach
The beach is about 8 miles long and half a mile to the sea when the tide is out. It is safe for bathing. It is within the Pembrey Country Park. There is an entrance fee for vehicles.
Pendine Sands
This award winning beach has dramatic cliffs, rocks and rock pools topped by a cliff path which links to the Pembrokeshire Coast Path to the west and to the east miles of glorious golden sands with huge cockle beds at the end which are harvested all year round. During World War II the beach was used for practising the D Day landings. In the early 1900's the beach was used as a venue for car and motor cycle races and for speed trials. A 'Museum of Speed' is located in the village of Pendine on the western end of the sands. The beach belongs to the ministry of defence and parts of it are closed to the public for safety reasons. Dogs are welcome Oct - April. Dog restrictions apply May - Sept Amenities: Pendine village car park, public toilets, cafes, shops, pubs
Pembrey Country Park Beach (Cefn Sidan)
The country park provides many attractions and activities including: nature trails, forest walks, cycle tracks, ski slope, toboggan run, miniature railway, adventure playground, crazy golf and beach entertainers are on site.The Park is open daily from dawn to dusk. The Park main gates are locked between 22.00hrs and 08.00 hrs from 1st October to 31st March each year. The Visitor Centre and Ski Pembrey are open daily all year round (apart from a few days over the Christmas period) (Ski Pembrey also close for Annual essential maintenance for 2 weeks in May each year) All other facilities open subject to seasonal variance (see individual facilities for details). Dogs are welcome Oct - April. Sorry no dogs May - Sept. Amenities: car park, public toilets, visitor centre, beach kiosk, parent and baby room,restuarant, cafe
Burry Port Sands
A traffic free path, ideal for strolling and cycling, stretches along the length of the Millennium Coastal Park passing Burry Port Sands . The Lifeboat Station is located on the east side of Burry Port Marina. Amelia Earhart landed here as the first woman to fly across the Atlantic. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: at Burry Port, car park, public toilets, shop, cafes, pubs
Amroth Beach
A half mile, flat, south facing sandy beach with rock pools at the western end. Groynes protect the beach from winter storms. There is plenty of space for playing games. At low tide one can walk along the sand all the way to Wiseman's Bridge and Saundersfoot. During exceptionally low tides a petrified forest is visible. Access on to the beach is easy via a slipway. A lifeguard patrols from July to September. Amroth is at the start/finish of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. Dogs are welcome at the eastern end only, from May to September. Amenities: village car park and parking spaces alongside the sea wall, toilets, shop, chip shop / ice-cream café and several pubs. Amroth beach has easy access. Beach wheel chairs can be hired from .PI.P.P.A. In Haverfordwest 01437 760 665
Llanelli Beach
A traffic free path, ideal for strolling and cycling, stretches along the length of the Millennium Coastal Park passing Llanelli Beach. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Discovery Centre, Llanelli , car park, public toilets, tourist information centre, cafe, ice-cream kiosk, shop, exhibition centre, play area.
Millennium Coastal Park Beaches
Machynys, Llanelli, and two Burry Port beaches share the Millennium Coastal Park. A traffic free path stretches along the whole length ideal for strolling and bike riding. There are several cafes situated along the route as well as the National Wetlands Centre, Machynys Peninsula Golf and Country Club all with dramatic views of the Gower. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: car park, public toilets, cafes, shops
Llangennith Beach
The beach is popular with surfers, bathers and walkers. The west facing point attracts waves as big as 12' in the winter months. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: car park, cafe, The Kings Head,
Wiseman's Bridge Beach
A large beach of sand, pebbles and rocks facing south east. Access via a concrete slip way. Changes in sand conditions may result in a large step at bottom of the slip. A flat walking track on the old railway bed goes south west through a tunnel to Saundersfoot and north east through a tunnel to the quiet beach of Coppet Hall. In 1944, the beach at Wiseman's Bridge was used for a full scale rehearsal of the D-Day landings in Normandy. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Free car park, public toilet, waterside pub serving food. Beach wheel chairs can be hired from the Saundersfoot Tourist Information Centre in the Harbour Car Park at Saundersfoot. 01834 813 672
Coppet Hall Beach
Small sandy beach with plenty of sand even on high tide. Popular for swimming, watersports and fishing. The eastern end of the beach has rocks and rock pools to explore. The old tramway now part of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path provides an excellent walkway which runs along the top of the beach with tunnels to both the east and west to Wisemans Bridge and Saundersfoot. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Pay car parking includes disabled spaces, free road-side parking close to the beach, first aid post, cafe, toilets with disabled facilities, shops, and a slip-way.
Monkstone Beach
Secluded and beautiful sandy Monkstone Beach backed by a ridge of pebbles, rocks and sea cliffs can be accessed on foot at low tide along the shore from Glen Beach at Saundersfoot or via the Pembrokeshire Coast Path or via a permissive path through Trevayne Farm, off the B4316 near New Hedges. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities include: Trevayne Farm car park (small charge), alternatively park in the layby or on the grass verge in the lane just outside the farm. There is a steep flight of 151 steps down to the beach. There are no facilities here but Monkstone is less than 2 miles from Saundersfoot a small seaside resort with a comprehensive range of amenities including car park, public toilets, shops, cafes and restaurants.
Saundersfoot Beach (Blue Flag Status)
Shallow water make this beach ideal for swimming. Shops run along the beach front. A local walk goes to Wisemans Bridge through a cliff tunnel which forms part of the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path. : Easy access to beach via concrete slipway at north end also to Glen beach at west end via zigzag ramp at end of harbour. Dog restrictions apply between the harbour and The Strand from 1st May - 30th September. Amenities: Saundersfoot is a seaside resort with car parks, public toilets, shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants. Beach wheel chairs can be hired at Saundersfoot TIC in the harbour car park.
The Glen Beach Saundersfoot
Picturesque Glen Beach is located on the westerly side of Saundersfoot Beach and accessed via the harbour or through Glen Woods, full of bluebells in spring. This beautiful sandy beach, backed by a ridge of pebbles and woodland, is quieter than its neighbour. Walk across the beach at low tide to Monkstone Point and Monkstone Beach beyond that. As you walk across the sand, look out for squirting razor clams. Glen Beach is covered at high tide. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Saunderfoot is a small seaside resort with a comprehensive range of amenities including car park, public toilets, shops, cafes and restaurants.
Rhossili Beach
Please note the 10 minute path from the car park down to the beach is very steep and may not be suitable for pushchairs or the infirm. Rhossili is a wonderful location to go surfing and to see the sun setting. It is possible to walk across the bay to Llangennith or even onto the Worms Head. Please take care not to get cut off by the rising tide. Look out for the wreck of the Helvetia (1887) buried in the sand. Dogs are welcome Oct - April. Dog restrictions apply May - Sept. Amenities: car park, public toilets, public telephone, cafe, shops
Tenby Castle Beach (Blue Flag Status)
Sandy Castle Beach backed by cliffs lies between Castle Hill and East Cliff. Access is via the harbour or down a steep flight of steps off The Paragon. At low tide it is possible to walk to St Catherine's Island. Do allow enough time for a safe return before the tide comes in again.The beach is patrolled by a Lifeguard (10am-6pm) during the summer season. Boat trips from here go to Caldey Island on low tides. Dog restrictions apply from May to September. Amenities: Tenby is a seaside resort with a comprehensive range of amenities. The multi-storey car park fills up quickly in summer. If you arrive after 11am during the school summer holidays, head straight for the park and ride and use the free shuttle bus. Beach wheel chairs can be hired from the Saundersfoot Tourist Information Centre in the Harbour Car Park at Saundersfoot. 01834 813 672
Tenby Harbour Beach (Blue Flag Status)
A small picturesque sandy beach squeezed between the harbour wall, St Julian’s Seaman’s Church and Tenby Yacht Club overlooked by brightly painted Georgian terraces overlooking colourful recreational craft tugging gently on their moorings. An iconic Tenby view as seen on many postcards and paintings. Access to the beach is easy via a sloping path behind the church. Dog restrictions apply from May to September. Amenities: Tenby is a seaside resort with a comprehensive range of amenities. The multi-storey car park fills up quickly in summer. If you arrive after 11am during the school summer holidays, head straight for the park and ride and use the free shuttle bus. Beach wheel chairs can be hired from the Saundersfoot Tourist Information Centre in the Harbour Car Park at Saundersfoot. 01834 813 672
Tenby Beaches
The immense clean flat sandy beaches are wrapped around by elegant Georgian terraced houses. The small town of Tenby with all amenities is within walking distance. The beaches have been awarded Blue Flag status. Dog restrictions apply from May 1st - September 30th. There is a total dog ban at Tenby North Beach. Tenby South Beach and Tenby Castle Beach allow dogs in designated areas only. See beach signs for details.
Tenby North Beach (Blue Flag Status)
This Blue Flag awarded beach is situated between the harbour beach and north cliffs. The beach is overlooked by a promenade and the bustling little town. It is accessed by the north cliff steps or via an easy access concrete ramp through the harbour. The views of Carmarthen Bay are spectacular. Dogs are not allowed on the beach between 1st May & 30th September. Beach Wheel Chairs are available to hire from Saundersfoot Tourist Information Centre in the Harbour car park Saundersfoot 01834 813 672 Sorry no dogs. Amenities: Tenby is a seaside resort with a comprehensive range of amenities. The multi-storey car park fills up quickly in summer. If you arrive after 11am during the school summer holidays, head straight for the park and ride and use the free shuttle bus. Beach wheel chairs can be hired from the Saundersfoot Tourist Information Centre in the Harbour Car Park at Saundersfoot. 01834 813 672 Amenities
Tenby South Beach (Blue Flag Status)
The sandy beach is backed by sand dunes and looks out towards Caldey Island. It has been awarded a 'Blue Flag' and 'Tidy Britain Group Seaside Award'. There is easy access to South beach via a wooden walkway (parts of which sometimes get covered in sand). Dog restrictions apply from May to September Amenities: Tenby is a seaside resort with a comprehensive range of amenities. The multi-storey car park fills up quickly in summer. If you arrive after 11am during the school summer holidays, head straight for the park and ride and use the free shuttle bus. Beach wheel chairs can be hired from the Saundersfoot Tourist Information Centre in the Harbour Car Park at Saundersfoot. 01834 813 672
Mewslade Bay
Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to Pitton Camp Site from where you can get directions to Mewslade Bay Beach. The beach is so flat that is not uncommon to see it being used by land-yacht enthusiasts. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: car park, nearest village is Rhossili
Port Eynon/Horton
Port Eynon is a perfect family beach with a wide expanse of golden sand and rock pools to explore at low tide. The beach is located on the Gower Peninsula, Britain's first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Dogs are welcome Oct - April. Dog restrictions apply May - Sept. Amenities: car park, public toilets, lifeguard station & first aid (seasonal), slipway, cafes, restaurants
Lydstep Beach
Lydsep is a pretty beach with breathtaking views out towards St Margaret's and Caldey Islands. It is always in the top 2 or 3 sunniest places in Britain. The beach consists of sand and pebbles with lots of rock pools to explore. There is a small sandy area exposed at low tide. Dog restrictions apply: No dogs are allowed at the western end of the beach between May 1st & 30th September. Amenities: at Lydstep 2.5miles away, Cross Inn, New Overlander Restaurant, at Tenby 4 miles away, shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants.
Oxwich Bay
Oxwich Bay is backed by sand dunes. A footpath to the west leads through woodland past the church of St Illtyd and over Oxwich Point to Slade, The Sands and Horton. Dogs are welcome all year round. Please keep your dog on a lead when children are around. Amenities: car park, public toilets, shops, places to eat, Oxwich Bay Hotel
Skrinkle Haven & Church Doors
The beaches are backed by a bank of pebbles and high limestone cliffs changing to old red sandstone on the west side. The sand disappears under the high tide. Access is via 140 steep steps leading down the sea cliff. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: car park, cycle stands, in Manorbier village 1 mile away is the Beach Break Cafe, The Castle Inn and Castlemead Hotel for food.
Manorbier Beach
This beautiful beach is popular with surfers and families. Access to the beach is easy via ramps from the car park. A short walk in an easterly direction leads to King Quoits burial chamber. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: car park, public toilets, Beach Break Cafe, The Castle Inn, The Castlemead Hotel. Beach wheel chairs can be hired from P.I.P.P.A. In Haverfordwest 01437 760 665 and from the Saundersfoot Tourist Information Centre in the Harbour car park Saundersfoot.
Pwll Du Bay
Access is difficult with a 20 minute walk but worth it for this very secluded, pebbly, picturesque and romantic beach with lots of sand at low tide. The only public access is on foot from either Brandy Cove (approx 20 mins), Pennard or through Bishopston Valley (both approx 1 hour). Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: car park at Bishopston, Pennard, Caswell, public toilets at Caswell, Pennard
Swanlake Bay
Westmoor Farm, Near Manorbier, Tenby SA70 8QP, UK | 01834 871204
Accessable on foot only, via the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path from Manorbier Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Swanlake Farm Tearooms, at Manorbier 1 mile away, Beach Break Cafe, The Castle Inn and Castlemead Hotel.
Caswell Bay
The beach is safe for swimming and popular with wind surfers. There is a one and a half mile coastal path eastwards to Langland Bay with spectacular views across the Bristol Channel to North Devon. Dogs are welcome Oct - April. Sorry no dogs May - Sept. Amenities car park, public toilets, public telephone, cafe, Mumbles village 10 minutes drive away
Langland Bay
Surfing competitions are often held here. Dogs are welcome Oct - April. Sorry no dogs May - Sept Amenities, car parks, public toilets, snack kiosks, beach shop, Mumbles village is 20 minutes walk away
Swansea Bay
There is a pathway from one end to the other which makes an enjoyable 2 hour stroll or cycle ride. Swansea Marina is located at the eastern end. Dogs are welcome Oct - March. Sorry no dogs April - Sept at: Swansea Bay from the River Tawe to the slip (opposite Victoria Park/Patti Pavilion) and Swansea Bay from the beach access at Sketty Lane Car Park (opposite the Wales National Pool/Singleton Boating Lake) to the Northern edge of the slip (opposite West Cross Inn). Amenities: car parks, public toilets, cafes, shops, pubs, restaurants
Freshwater East Beach
Gently sloping large sand and shingle beach backed by sand dunes and surrounding headland, facing south east. Popular with families and watersports enthusiasts. Access to the beach is easy via a concrete path onto soft sand and there is a slipway. Easy access to the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: Car park, public toilets and café near the beach, shop and The Longhouse café/bar in the holiday park across the road from the beach. Freshwater village is ½ mile away. Beach wheel chairs can be hired from PIPPA in Haverfordwest 01437 760 665 or from the Saundersfoot Tourist Information Centre in the Harbour car park Saundersfoot 01834 813 672
Bracelet Bay
Bracelet Bay is small and rocky, backed by a bank of pebbles. Sand is exposed at low tide. Care should be taken when swimming there are strong rip currants between the two islands of Mumbles Head. A lifeguard patrols during the summer. Dogs are welcome Oct - April. Sorry no dogs May - Sept. Amenities: car park, restaurants, bar, ice cream
Barafundle Bay
Soft sand, sheltered swimming and the blissful absence of cafes and car parks make Barafundle bay worth a special journey. Barafundle has been voted best beach in Britain and in the world on numerous occasions and has often been compared favourably with Caribbean beaches. This golden horseshoe backed by gorse-flecked dunes and woodland is accessible only via steep steps in the limestone cliffs on either side. It feels idyllically remote. Access is via a delightful 10 minute walk along the coast path from Stackpole Quay. Dogs are welcome all year round. Amenities: at Stackpole Quay, National Trust car park, The Boathouse Tearoom (N.T.), public toilets.
Llandeilo Graban Nature Reserve
Mynydd Mawr Woodland Park
The industrial 19th and 20th C transformed this area into a web of terraced villages and colliery workings. Subsequently nature has almost on its own created a natural paradise. It is a remarkable example of recolonisation by wildlife. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to Drefach, for Cross Hands use SA14 6NA and for Tumble use SA14 6HR
Easy Access Viewpoint Amroth
Cothi Valley
Oak and alder woods thick with mosses and lichens are home to many breeding birds and the occasional red kite. Satnav users please note this postcode wuill get you to Cothi Valley Goats in the Cothi Valley
Easy Access Viewpoint Wiseman's Bridge
National Wetland Centre Wales
450 acres on the Burry inlet, this magnificent mosaic of pools, lakes and lagoons is home to countless species of wild species including dragonflies, little egrets, ducks, geese, swans and flamingos. There is an indoor interactive discovery centre on site with a cafe. Bike trails and canoe safaris are available during summer.
National Wetland Centre Wales
Home to species as diverse as dragon flies and little egrets plus over 600 of some of the worlds most spectacular ducks, geese, swans and flamingoes. Many will feed from the hand. The visitor centre has an indoor interactive Millennium Discovery Centre. A trip to the top of the tower gives a 360 degree view of the site. Canoe safaris are available and there are cycle trails.
Easy Access Viewpoint Saundersfoot Harbour
Rhossili Bay
At the tip of the Gower peninsula is the sweeping bay of Rhossili. The bones of a ship wreck and the tidal island of Worm Head are revealed at low tide. The Common also boasts prehistoric stone circles, cairns and burial chambers.
Paxton's Tower NT
Paxton's Tower is a gothic folly built to commemorate Lord Nelson. From the top of the tower the views over the countryside are breathtaking. The tower dominates the landscape of the Dinefwr Estate with its ancient woodland, deer park and flood pastures home to many water fowl.
Easy Access Viewpoint Manorbier Camp (MOD)
Cenarth
The focus of the village is Cenarth falls a series of small water falls and pools on the river Teifi and a well known salmon leap. There is a coracle centre and a flour mill. A number of interesting shops cluster around the old bridge. A half mile walk runs along the north side of the river bank.
Brechfa Forest
The wildlife, trees, rivers and spectacular views make Brechfa Forest a haven for picnics, walking, cycling and horse riding. It can be entered from several places such as Llansawel, Tally, Llanybydder, Alltwalis and Dryslwyn Castle. Parking and toilets are available in a number of places.
Easy Access Viewpoint Manorbier Dak lay by
Easy Access Viewpoint Picton Ferry
Easy Access Viewpoint Lawrenny Quay
Easy Access Viewpoint Burton
Ynys Dawela Nature Park
Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to Brynamman, the nearest town to Ynys Dawela Nature Park.
Easy Access Viewpoint Cleddau Bridge
Easy Access Viewpoint Hobbs Point
Summer Cruise with Boat Fishing Wales
Saundersfoot Pleasure Boats
Caldey Island Boats
Buy tickets at the kiosk on Tenby harbour slipway. Visit the white washed monastery where the monks produce luxurious products such as perfume short bread and chocolate.
Sea Cruises Tenby
Boats include an aluminium jet boat, a traditional cruising boat and a 45' blue water sailing yacht.
Caldey Island Boat Trips
Boats run to and from the island every 15 minutes from 9.30 am til 5.00 pm Monday to Friday and on Saturdays from mid May until September.
Pot Hauling Crab & Lobster Tenby
Caldey Island Boat Trips
Buy tickets at the kiosk on Tenby harbour slipway. Visit the whitewashed monastery where the monks produce luxurious products such as perfume, shortbread and chocolate.
Gower Explorer Boat Trips
Enjoy a boat trip to Oxwich Bay, Worms Head or Caldey Island. Evening cruises also available.
Haven Link Waterbus
2 vessels run Fri, Sat, Sun, June, July, Aug, Sept, one starting at Lawrenny the other at Dale . There is an hour wait at the last stop before the return journey. Timetables are displayed on pontoons and available from Tourist Information Centres.
Gower Coast Adventures
Professional qualified crew with excellent local knowledge will help you to enjoy wildlife, local history and the thrill of skimming across open water.
Rudders Boat Yard
Haven Link Waterbus
2 vessels run Fri, Sat, Sun, June, July, Aug, Sept, one starts at Lawrenny the other at Dale. There is an hour wait at the last stop before the return journey. Timetables are displayed on the pontoons and are available at Tourist Information Centres.
Celtic Wildcat Boat Charter
Enjoy speed and comfort to explore the rich Pembrokeshire waters.
Cleddau Cruises
Learn some of the history of this unique waterway. Picturesque scenes with local wildlife.
Shearwater Safaris
Visit the islands of SKomer and Skokholm Marine Nature Reserves where wildlife abounds. Or visit Grassholm Island home to UK's third largest gannet colony and much more wildlife besides.
The Cartlett Lady Boat Trips
The boat operates out of Neyland Marina. It is fully equipped for 12 passengers and has a 60 mile licence. It can be chartered for family groups or private charters .
Corran Books
Ottakars Bookshop
Sue Lloyd Davies
Siop y Pentan
Cambrian Books
Cornerstone
Siop Y Werin
Privett Books
Cofion
Tenby Book Shop
Five Arches
Animal Kitchen Bookshop
Siop Sian
Books on the Green
Castle Books
Dylan's Bookstore
Dylans
Comix Shoppe
NB Books
Pembroke Book Shop
Bookend
Pages Books
Link
Coastal Cruiser Bus Service
A local service that travels along the length of the coast to help you access walks, beaches, boat trips, local villages and attractions. The bus also has limited space to carry bicyles, surf boards, wheelchairs & climbing equipment. It runs on biodiesel and operates 7 days a week in the summer seasdon and 3 days a week in winter
Coastal Cruiser Bus Service
A local service that travels along the coast to help you access walks, beaches, boat trips, local villages and attractions.
Puffin Walkers Buses
A local service that travels along the coast to help you access walks, beaches, villages, boat trips and attractions.
Teifi Mania Indoor Soft Play centre
Merlins Magic
Small children are also catered for in the under 5's area and toddler's play room. Opening times: During school term time Tues- Sat 10 -6, Sun 10 - 4 : During holiday time Mon - Sat 10 - 6, Sun 10-4
Dylan Thomas Boathouse
The Boathouse has been preserved in memory of Dylan Thomas. The shed at the top of the garden is as if Dylan has just popped out. It was here where he wrote 'Under Milk Wood' and 'Do not go gentle into that good night' which he wrote when his father was dying.
Tin Shed Experience
(Opening June 4th 2011)
The Lyric Theatre
King Street Gallery
A wide range of contemporary, original and affordable art works.
Oriel Myrddin Gallery
The gallery is housed in a beautiful listed Victorian building.
Y Gangell Museum
Guided visits only. Satnav useres please note this postcode will get you to Cynwyl Elfed Post Office. Continue along the road in a westerly direction from here to get to Y Gangell Museum
Parc Howard Museum
Llanelli Entertainment Centre/Theatre Elli
Cross Hands Public Hall and Cinema
The cinema boasts one of the most spectacular art deco interiors. The stage conceals a stage for theatrical use.
Tenby Museum & Art Gallery
Special projects and activities are offered for young visitors and adults. There are two art galleries and a shop. ( July '09 showing paintings by Prince Charles)
Oriel Queens Hall Gallery
A light airy space above the vibrant Queens Hall. Also Oriel Fach a small gallery showcasing ceramics, sculptures, crafts and installations.
Oriel Ty Cornel (formerly The Bridge Gallery)
West Wales Museum of Childhood
Exhibits include textiles, toys, a school room and many other artefacts. The museum is a valuable educational resource as well as a place of interest for all. There is a tea room, shop, car park and picnic tables.
The Harp Centre of Wales
Teifi Harps, Marble Terrace, Llandysul SA44 4DT, UK | 01559 363222
11 harp makers build these beautiful instruments at the centre. Listen to the harps while the experienced staff explain the process of harp making. Book a guided tour or just browse.
Volcano Theatre Company
A 20 year old company with a reputation for energetic, unpredictable and arresting work that combines strong visual impact, physicality and intelligent text.
The Oak Hall - Rhos y Gilwen
The venue is constructed of green oak in keeping with centuries old traditions of craftsmanship. Designed with acoustic music in mind with its own Seinway concert grand. Awarded four stars for its facilities by 'Visit Wales'.
Museum of Egyption Antiquities
Glyn Vivian Art Gallery
The permanent collection includes stained glass art commemorating Swansea's worldwide reputation in the craft, work by old masters as well as an international collection of porcelain and Swansea china. There is also modern painting and sculptures. An art book shop is on site.
Milkwood Jam
Grand Theatre
Cafe Bar and the Arts Wing gallery are on site.
Swansea Museum
The elegant neo classical building houses a 4000 year old mummy, an Icthyosaur skeleton, a priceless collection of rare early 19th C Swansea porcelain and much more.
National Waterfront Museum
Dylan Thomas Theatre & Swansea Little Theatre
Swansea's only waterside theatre venue. Dylan Thomas was a member in the early 1930's.
Gun Tower Museum
Open April to October 10 til 4. Six days. Closed on Saturdays.
Swansea Bay 1940's
Internal Fire Museum
Tan-y-groes, Penbryn, Cardigan SA43 2JS, UK | 01239 811212
The museum aims to display all equipment in running state and in some cases driving the original machinery.
The Guildhall Gallery
Guildhall Yard, London EC2V 5AE, UK | 020 7332 3700
The Cardigan area is a hub of creativity and home to many talented artists and craft producers. Much of their work is displayed at the guildhall with exhibits changing regularly.
Theatre Mwldan
Facilities include live performances in 2 auditoria, cinema, gallery, community activity, cafe bar and shop.
Haverfordwest Town Museum
Topics covered in the museum include Civic, Trade & Industry, People, Religion, The Castle, Institutions and there is a gallery.
Milennium Coastal Cycleway/Footpath
The cycle/foot path passes The Saltings, Burry Port Harbour, Rollerblading Park, Earth Sculpture, Carmarthenshire Woodlands, Course Angling Centre,
Tenby Cycles
All cycles are provided with accessories, helmets and maps. A full repair service is also available.
Canaston Cycle Trails
Colour coded routes show easy surfaced family trails and the more demanding unsurfaced and often muddy bridleways.
Llys y Fran Reservoir Cycle Trail
The route is full of ups and downs as the path does not strictly follow the waters edge but dives into the wooded valleys of streams that feed it. Bikes can be hired at the cafe at the entrance to the park.
Swansea Marina to Mumbles Cycle Route
Cycle Pembroke to Tenby
Go down Well Hill (ignore the sign to Tenby) turn left to Lamphey. Left across the railway line. Right along the Ridgeway. Once on top of the ridge the straight road gives splendid views. About 4 miles after Lamphey turn left up Coal lane then right and right again to St Florence. Over the crossroads, down the lane and left at the T junction for the last mile into Tenby.
Cycle Tenby to Amroth
Go uphill and immediately turn right onto Crackwell St overlooking the harbour. Turn right at junction. Over mini roundabout. Down hill past the car park and follow the Celtic Trail signs through New Hedges and into Saundersfoot. Continue to follow the signs from the harbour to a large car park. Push your bike through the tunnels to Wiseman's Bridge. Pass the right turn to Summerhill but take the next right and follow cliff top to Amroth.
Bierspool Cycles
Brunel Cycle Route (easy 14 miles)
The route is well signed and easy to follow. Start at Brunel Quay. The route passes along quiet lanes, bridleways and what was once the Great Western Railway built 150 years ago by Isambard Kingdom Brunel.
Enterprise Cycles
A wide range of bicycles, accessories and clothing. Bicycle repairs done on all makes of bike.
New Image Bicycles and Bike Hire
29-30 Pendre, Cardigan SA43 1LA, UK | 01239 621275
Bicycle sales, bicycle hire, components & accessories, clothing and fully equipped workshop for repairs and servicing.
Cycle from Cardigan to Llangrannog
Hedges and banks give protection from the coastal wind. Starting at Cardigan the route passes through Verwig, Aberporth, Tresaith to Llangrannog. Satnav users note this postcode will get you to the Toursit Information Centre in Cardigan.
Cycle the Pont Rhyd y Groes Route
Leave the car park and turn right back onto the road. Hairpin right into Hafod Estate. Hairpin left. Cross bridge over the Ystwyth. Keep right at junction. Bear left. Follow the forest fire road.
Mike's Bikes
All bicycles are provided with pumps, repair kits and basic tool kits.
Tenby Arts Festival
2011 will be the 20th anniversary of the Tenby Arts Festival
Pembroke Potato Festival
Cardigan Quays Festival
River based competitions & demonstrations, open boat weekend, performances, art & craft market, demonstrations of boat building, build a boat in a day competition, food to eat and food to buy, live music and more.
Cardigan River and Food Festival
The festival has grown over the last 10 years to become West Wales' Premier food festival with over 100 food producers taking part. Boat races and boat trips take place on the river as well as coracle and RNLI demonstrations and lots more to entertain the whole family.
Pembrokeshire County Show
Attractions include animals, horticulture, craft, poultry, competitions for pet dogs, trade stands, performing robots, monster truck show, lumberjack demonstrations and lots more.
Barley Saturday
Held on the last Saturday of April every year with a parade of the finest horses and agricultural vehicles.
Cardigan County Agricultural Show
An annual show to promote and celebrate all things agricultural. Stands on agriculture, horticulture, forestry and livestock. Many other entertainments for the whole family.
The Creative Cafe
Suitable for all ages. Artistic skill is not essential. Friendly helpful staff will help you with ideas and resources.
Dinefwr Indoor Bowls
Oakwood Bowl
Ideal entertainment for families and groups of friends. Oakwood Bowl is open every day during Pembrokeshire school holidays from 12 - 10pm with th exception of Sundays when they are open from 12 - 6pm. Outside school holidays the opening times are as follows: Fridays - 1 until 10pm Saturdays - 12 until 10pm Sundays - 12 until 6pm
Blue Lagoon Water Park at Bluestone Wales
Facilities include a very large pool with waves big enough to surf on, relaxing pools, places just for children, flume ride, wild water ride, a lazy river, spa pools and more.
Power House Arts Centre
Carew Karting
Please call for availablity to avoid disappointment.
Pwerdy Power House Community & Arts Centre
As well as ongoing courses, the centre will be holding events during holidays and occasional art exhibitions.
The Chocolate Academy
Courses from 1 1/2 hours. Training and insight into the world of chocolate for all ages.
Cenarth Adventure Centre
One and a half and three hour laser combat sessions. Morning, afternoon or evening sessions of Paintball games. Real military vehicles, streams, bunkers, villages and camps.
Explore Freshwater East Burrows Nature Reserve
Look out for ponies, rabbits and scores of other creatures as well as a huge variety of wild flowers. Adders live here too but you would be lucky to see one. Athough rare an adder's bite is dangerous so do take care and keep your dog on a lead.
Creative Cafe
The cafe serves delicious home baked cakes, fresh baguettes, sandwiches, teas and coffees.
CADW Explorer Pass
Purchase at the admission desk of any paying sites including Laugharne Castle.
Ffos Las Race Course
Merlin Hill Centre
A magical day for all the family. There are nature trails to the site of the Iron age fort, a farm yard heritage centre and a picnic area. Merlin's Hill sheep have provided the wool for woollen products sold at the centre.
Pemberton's Welsh Chocolate Farm
Chocolate cinema, chocolate village, chocolate museum and much more.
Folly Farm Adventure Park and Zoo
Restaurant, coffee shops, burger bar, refreshment outlets and gift shops.
Tudor Merchants House NT
Tenby's Silent World Aquarium & Reptile collection
Manor House Wildlife Park Wild Welsh Zoo
Be a keeper for a day. Eat and drink from fair-trade and local sources. Shop in the ethically sourced arts, toys and gifts.
Heatherton World of Activities
Food and drinks available on site
Tywi Tours Carmarthenshire
Tours operate Monday to Friday April to November. Pick up from your holiday accomodation. Experience Carmarthenshire history, heritage and culture.
Oakwood Theme Park
Rides, slides, snake river park, play town, lost kingdom, boats, pirate ship, techniquest, waterfall and more. Lots of places to eat and drink. Shops
Paxtons Tower, National Trust
Paxton's Tower dominates the Dinefwr Estate's landscape with its ancient woodland, deer park and flood pastures home to many waterfowl including 10% of Britain's white fronted geese. The Dinefwr Estate has been designated a National Nature Reserve for its exceptional wildlife and conservation importance.
Gower Heritage Centre
Attractions include visitor centre, rural life museum, craft shops, play areas, farm animals and a full programme of events for families to enjoy.
Teifi Valley Railway
There is a woodland path alongside the railway as far as Pontprenshitw. Passengers can walk to see the waterfalls and signal the driver when ready to reboard the train. The train no longer stops at Forest Halt.
Mitchon The Chocolate Factory
This educational and enjoyable chocolate tour is very popular. Booking is essential.
Clerkenhill Adventure Farm
Llys y Fran Country Park and Reservoir
The Dyfed Shires and Leisure Farm
Trelew, Eglwyswrw, Crymych SA41 3SY, UK | 01239 891107
See the shire horses being dressed in their special occasion finery and watch them being worked by a Welsh champion ploughman. Enjoy tractor trailer tours, and lots more indoor and outdoor activities.
The Heart of Wales Scenic Railway
A feast of panoramic views of estuaries, red kites, forests and hills. One of Wales' most scenic railway routes with events and attractions along the way.
The Dragon Reptile Experience
Curlew Weavers Woollen Mill
The mills hop also stocks Welsh goods and bargain priced knitting wools. Open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
Falconry at the Welsh Bird of Prey Centre
Set in the rural retreat of Castell Malgwyn Country House Hotel. Each bird has its own personality and character.
Scolton Manor
Thousands of interesting objects are on display in the Victorian manor house. The visitor's centre has displays focused on green issues and the wildlife of the park. The landscaped grounds offer several beautiful woodland walks. There is a stable block, carriage house, carpenters workshop and blacksmith's forge to explore. Picnics sites are available.
The Welsh Wildlife Centre
Cilgerran SA43 2TB, UK | 01239 621212
The interpretation centre houses a suite of interactive cameras out on the marshes watching the wildlife. They give an insight into what to expect when out on one of the four nature trails. Facilities include shop, Glasshouse Cafe and parking.
Pembrokershire National Park Offices
Neyland Yacht Club
Membership is available for sailors and social members at very reasonable prices. The club has a well stocked bar and an outside caterer provides excellent Sunday lunches and menus at sensible prices. Opening times vary from summer to winter. Phone ahead to avoid disappointment. The club house is situated on the north bank of the River Cleddau with wonderful views up and down the fascinating waterway from every window, the conservatory and outside decking area.
Riverside Shopping Haverfordwest
An award winning Farmer's Market is also held at the Riverside every other Friday morning.
Irish Ferries .Com
The ferry takes foot passengers and passengers with cars. One day return trips are available.
St Clears Amateur Angling Association
Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the centre of St Clears
Sea Fishing off Pendine beach
Different fish are caught at different times of the year. Late March until late January, bass. March, April and May, turbot. July and August, golden grey mullet. September, whiting. October until March, dabs. Flounders are caught all year with the best fishing being from October to Christmas.
Cwmoernant Ponds (Tanerdy Reservoirs)
Run by Carmarthenshire County Council. Parking is available close to the lakes. Fish include eel, carp, tench, rudd, roach and perch.
Boat Fishing Wales
Boat Fishing Wales
At 30 knots 'Panther' gets you to the fishing sites quickly. The boat has a large flush working platform and custom built bait tanks. Bass is our speciality but other fish might include shark, blues, porbeagle, tope, plaice, turbot, pollock, bream and rays.
Castle Ely Fishery
Phone for fishing permit. Fish include carp, bream, rudd, catfish, roach, golden orfe, perch and tench. Refreshments and toilets on site. Castle Ely operates a closed season.
Garnffrwyd Fishery
Refreshments, tuition and tackle shop on site. Garnffrwyd Fishery operates a closed season.
Teifi Trout Association
Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the centre of Cynwyl Elfed.
Llyn Carfan Coarse Fishery
Dafen Pond
Run by Carmarthenshire County Council. Satnav users please note this postcode wuill get you to the Tourist Information Centre in Llanelli.
White House Mill Trout Fishery
Equipment available for hire, flies for sale. Booking advisable.
Llwyngwyddel Farm Fishery
Furnace Pond
Glas Llyn Coarse Fishery
Rock Fishing Monkston Point
Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the Saundersfoot Tourist Information Centre where you can get directions to Monkston Point.
Saundersfoot Pleasure Boats Fishing
Gwaun Cae Gurwen Angling Association
Sea Fishing Tenby, Boat fishing
Tenby Fishing
Reels and rods are supplied as part of the boat equipment. The skipper is always on hand to help and advise. Sport Fishing is also available. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to Tenby Harbour. For car parking use SA70 7LT for Butts Field Park & Ride or SA70 8AQ for the multi storey car park in town.
Tenby Marine Boat Fishing
Glandwr Trout Fishery
Watermeadows Coarse Fishery
Roadside Farm Coarse Fishery
Heatherton Country Sports Park Coarse Fishery
West Atheston Coarse Fishery
Ian Heaps' Coarse Fishery
Three lakes with 30 arm chair pegs. The top lake has mainly carp, middle lake tench, crucians, golden orfe, bottom lake mixed species, common, ghost and crucian carp, tench, golden tench, golden orfe, blue orfe, roach and bream.
David Thomas Fishing Guide
David can help you choose the best spots to fish for salmon, brown trout, sea trout and other species.
River Fishing on the Eastern Cleddau
The eastern Cleddau rises in the foothills of Mynydd Preseli at Blaencleddau in the parish of Mynachlog-ddu it flows southwest to Gelli Mill where it joins the Syfnwy River. It flows on south through a deep valley past Llawhaden to Canaston Bridge where it becomes tidal. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to a point just north of Mynachlog-ddu in the Pembs National Coastal Park.
Shore Fishing Lydstep Beach
Lydstep is also good for flatties, dogfish and whiting.
Rock Fishing Manorbier
Please take care on rocks. Wear appropriate shoes, be aware of the tides and wear a life jacket if necessary.
Trapp Fishery
Rosebush Reservoir
Llangwaren Lake Trout Fishery
Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to Wiston.
Llys y Fran Reservoir & Country Estate
Alltrodyn Trout Lake
Teifi River Guides
Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the centre of Cilgerran.
First Nature Dreamstreams Fly Fishing Courses
Rhydlewis Trout Fishery
LLANDYSUL, Llandysul SA44 5QS, UK | 01239 851224
Fishing licenses are available at the local post office. Free tea and coffee making facilities, toilets and parking are available on site.
Pembroke & District Angling Club Coarse Fishery
Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the Tourist Information Centre in Pembroke
Celtic Charter Boat Fishing
Hayscastle Trout Fishery
Hobbs Point Charters Boat Fishing
Puddleduck Trout Fishery
Shore Fishing around the Teifi Estuary and Poppit Sands
Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to Teifi Wharf in Cardigan. For Popppit Sands use SA43 3LN.
Moor Farm Coarse Fishery
River Fishing on the Nevern
The Nevern AA controls 6 miles of some of the best fishing. Tickets are available from the Trewern Arms Nevern and Y Siop Llyfrau Newport. Make telephone enquiries with Mrs Nica Pritchard. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the Trewern Arms in the village of Nevern.
Nevern Angling Association River Fishing
Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the Trewern Arms in the village of Nevern from where you can get fishing permits and directions.
Pembrokeshire Anglers Association River Fishing
Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the Toursit Information Centre in Haverfordwest where you can get directions to local fishing spots.
Pembrokeshire Anglers Association
Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the home of the permit secretary Mrs JA Batty.
Floating Sensations Ltd Balloon Flights
Gift vouchers available for birthdays, anniversaries, Christmas etc. NB Floating Sensations is based at Birds Hill Farm next to Dinefwr Park National Trust not Birds Hill Factory across the valley.
Gliding in North Wales
Unnamed Road, Wrexham LL11 3BB, UK |
Depending on the weather you may have one extended flight or two shorter ones. Once settled your instructor may even hand you the controls so you will be able to steer the glider yourself. NB NO POST CODE AVAILABLE for Llantisilio
Helicharter Wales
The helicopters carry up to 4 passengers. Gift vouchers are available.
Fly Heli Wales
Air Wales promises: Spectacular aerial views. The flight of a lifetime. You choose the route. Take the controls. An unforgetable experience
Seaview
Welcoming, relaxed and friendly. Once home to Dylan and Caitlin Thomas during the time of writing and publishing some of his best work.
Cors Restaurant
Fine traditional welsh dishes with a twist served in an intimate candlelit dining room of a former vicarage.
The Green Room
Fox and Hounds
Eynon's Butchers and Food Hall
Every product is sold at its peak with an eye to seasonality. Produce includes salt marsh lamb, Welsh black beef, Aberdeen Angus and pork from 'Plantation Pigs'. Also on sale are homemade pies, ready meals and a selection of welsh cheeses.
Amelia's Cafe/Restaurant
Good food is served all day at the airport restaurant named after Amelia Earhart the first woman to fly across the Atlantic in 1928, who famously landed at Burry Port. Francois and Julie Anthony serve award winning breakfasts, jacket potatoes, snacks and drinks as well as fine dining in the evenings.
Carmarthen Farmers Market
Items on sale include fresh local produce from the producers, local crafts and organic products.
Diablo's
Cafe at 4 Queens St
The Pembrey Inn
The Waun Wyllt Inn
Heol Horeb, Five Roads, Llanelli SA15 5AQ, UK | 01269 862941
Jabajak Restaurant
Two restaurant areas offer rustic yet contemporary dining. The best local produce is used to create a selection of dishes. Jabajak is a licensed Red Kite feeding station.
Y Polyn
A relaxed, warm and inviting restaurant in a pub setting. Everything on the menu is made on the premises including the bread and ice-cream.
Langostinos Brasserie
Rose Park Organic Farm
Buy as little or as much as you like.
The Cartwheel Restaurant
The restaurant serves coffee, breakfasts, snacks, lunches afternoon teas and full a la carte from 6 o'clock. Only fresh local produce is used.
Brynderi Honey Farm
Commended ice creams by 'Wales the True Taste' Awards 2007, Honey and Marmalade, Honey and Lemon Marmalade, Honey and Ginger ice cream. There are lots of other delicious flavours too. Products are sold at the farm, at markets and shows and other outlets.
Summerhill Farm Shop & Village Stores
The farm shop specialises in organic meat and free range organic poultry. Also bakery products, cakes, preserves, dairy, fruit, vegetables and much more.
Parc y Lan
Chobbles
The shop also stocks Wales' largest range of Steiff bears.
The Fig Tree Restaurant & Wine Bar
The Fig Tree offers a unique and unforgetable dining experience with views of Dryslwyn Castle and Paxton Tower.
Cliff Restaurant at St Brides Spa Hotel
The restaurant has sweeping views of Carmarthen Bay.
Mermaid on the Strand
Marina Fish, Chips & More
Grilled or battered fish, healthy or traditional, eat in or take away.
The Mulberry Restaurant
The Mulberry Restaurant is situated near the harbour of Saundersfoot. The interior has a warm, intimate design, ideal for family dining or the more romantic diner de deux. There are outside dining tables too. The service staff are friendly and have a good knowledge of the dishes they are serving. The Chef will endeavour to accommodate personal requirements wherever possible.
A Taste of the County Four Seasons
Produce sold includes fruit, vegetables, herbs and cheese. There is an in house bakery, a smokery and a delicatessen.
Cube Restaurant
Tenby House Hotel
A wide range of dishes is served with sea food and shell fish as specialities. A cosy well appointed restaurant.
Lovespoongelato
Mykonos
A Taste of the County Four Seasons
Products sold include fruit, vegetables, cheese and herbs. There is an in house bakery, a smokery and a delicatessen. Four Seasons Florist is also located here.
The Blue Ball Restaurant
Diablo's
Ultracomeda Delicatessen & Tapas Restaurant
The restaurant is open Monday - Thursday and Saturday. Reservations can be made for Saturday evenings only.
The Iron Duke
Cross Inn
Caffi Beca
Penally Abbey Country House Hotel Restaurant
Cross Inn
The beer garden is within walking distance of the beach. Meals are served at lunch time and in the evenings. Families are welcome.
Fox and Hounds
The pub puts on live entertainment most weekends. There are log fires for cosy winter evenings and a beer garden beside the river for sunny days. Try a curry on Curry Wednesdays. Open from 11.30am to 11pm every day.
The Bridge Dining Room & Lounge Bar
A wide range of meat and fish dishes locally caught when available and indulgent deserts are served along with a selection of Welsh and international liquors.
Bethesda Farm Shop
Also an abundance of Pembrokeshire products including milk, cream and butter.
Bethesda Farm & Coffee Shop
Yerbeston Gate Farm Shop
Meat includes Welsh Black beef, Saddleback pork, sausages and home cured bacon. Pies, pastries and quiche baked daily in the farmhouse. Local beers, ciders, cheeses, chocolates, wines, honey, preserves, bread, cakes and ice cream. Deliveries are made to holiday cottages and a welcome pack hamper service is available.
Grovesend Local Producers Market
The Parsonage Farm Inn
Seafood is a speciality.
The Sun Inn
Bwyd y Byd Wholefoods
Hillside Smokery
Joan and David Prescott smoke meat, fish and poultry as well as organic ham, bacon, salmon, trout and chicken. Seasonal products include eel, pheasant, partridge and pigeon. The shop is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
The (not so) Snooty Fox Inn
Caws Cenarth (organic cheese makers)
Visitors can watch the cheese being made from the viewing gallery and taste it free of charge. Sold at Harrods and other shops selling quality cheeses.
White Hart Inn
Half Moon Wine Bar & Restaurant
Families are welcome.
Wendy Brandon Handmade Preserves
Over 170 jams, jellies, marmalades, chutneys, mustard and fruit vinegars. Watch them being made and have a taste.
Heavenly ( cakes & confectionery )
The shop stocks divine chocolates from all over the world including the Welsh Chocolate Co., Booja Booja, Rococo, Venchi and Kshocolat plus a range of gluten, dairy and sugar free chocolate and sweets. All ice cream is made on the premises using welsh organic milk and cream.
The Angel Hotel
Eat in the bar or in the Capel Bach Bistro the oldest part of the building dating back to the 1700's An extensive a la carte menu includes fresh fish, vegetarian and vegan specials. Booking is advisable.
Angle Village Shop
This traditional village shop stocks as much local produce as possible as well as general provisions, wines, beers and spirits, Milton farm meats, Laugharne Bakery bread, cakes and savouries. You can top up your mobile phone, buy beach goods and gifts.
The Cawdor
The authentic Georgian dining room has panelled walls, wooden floors and a lovely bay window.
Lite Bite
Freshly prepared baguettes and sandwiches and more using local produce where possible.
Harrison's Bistro
The bistro serves tea, coffee, breakfasts ( full or salmon ), lunch and fine dining. Good quality home cooked food. The riverside garden seating has views of the castle, the valley and the river with wildlife.
Gegin Fach y Gwili
Springfields Fresh Produce (Manorbier Ltd)
Renowned for delicious strawberries, asparagus and a wonderful array of daffodils. 'Pick your own' fruit and vegetables according to season.
Old Red Cow - Yr Hen Fuwch
Chef Ludovic Dieumegard has appeared on BBC's Masterchef. This gastro pub receives rave reviews and so booking is essential.
The Daffodil @ Penrhiwllan
The Daffodil is a restaurant that serves a pint not a pub that serves food.
The Plough Inn
Tudor Lodge Restaurant
You will find Tudor Lodge in the village of Jameston, a couple of miles inland from Manorbier, between Tenby & Pembroke, with its Norman castle and unspoiled beach. Recently totally refurbished, they offer traditional pub fayre with a modern twist. In winter relax in front of a real fire in one of two bars. In summer why not cool off in the large beer garden? With two separate dining areas this is an ideal venue for all kinds of family celebrations.
Tudor Lodge Academy
One day cookery courses are available for adults and kids cookery club.
Castlemead Hotel Restaurant
Enjoy a meal overlooking beautiful lawned gardens sweeping down towards views of Manorbier's Norman church and glorious Blue Flag beach. The hotel's restaurant is holder of True Taste of Wales mark. Well behaved dogs are welcome by request.
Angel
The finest local produce is prepared and cooked freshly each day including breads and pastries.
Cwm Deri Vineyard
Enjoy a meal and a drink in the restaurant overlooking the vineyard. The children can look at the animals in the pets corner. The shop stocks wines, liqueurs, free range eggs, seasonal vegetables, chutneys, marmalades, preserves, Celtic crafts and gifts.
The Park @ Slebech
Booking advisable
The Black Lion
The Old Post Office Restaurant
Good home cooking fro local produce. Real ales, local wines, live music sessions every week.
Tafarn Sinc
Situated in the heart of the Preseli Mountains with food 'Just like Mam used to cook'.
Pant Mawr Farmhouse Cheeses
Paskeston Hall Country House Tearooms
One of Wales' finest aged manors, Paskeston Hall retains many original features and stands in 22 acres of beautiful parkland in the Pembrokeshire countryside.
Nantgwynfaen Organic Farm Shop
Didier & Stephanies French Restaurant
Lamphey Court Hotel & Restaurant
Cross Inn
The Dial Inn Lamphey
The pub dates back to 1830 when it was a Dower House to the court. All food is prepared and home cooked on the premises.
The Freshwater Inn at Freshwater East
The coastal path runs in both directions from here. The pub serves real ale and good food. Families are welcome. There is a beer garden.
Ristorante la Calabria
Debbie's Farmhouse Cakes & Puddings
Castell Malgwyn Hotel, Lily Restaurant
Llechryd, Cardigan SA43 2QA, UK | 01239 682382
Dishes are prepared using local ingredients where ever possible. Fine food in elegant surroundings.
Beggars Reach Country Hotel & Restaurant
Linda's Thai Take Away Llechryd
Cig Lodor Meat
Rhydlewis Trout Farm and Smokery
LLANDYSUL, Llandysul SA44 5QS, UK | 01239 851224
Rhydlas traditionally oak smoked products are sold all over Wales and in their own shop together with other quality local produce. Local fishermen bring their salmon and sewin to be smoked and sliced.
Ffostrasol Arms
If you would like Sunday lunch at the Ffostrasol arms booking is essential.
The Stable Inn
Gellifawr Hotel
The Coach House Hotel
The Tea Rooms at Scolton Manor
It is possible to visit The Tea Rooms at Scolton Manor without having to pay an entrance fee. Park at the top of the car park. The typical cafe menu includes delicious sandwiches, paninis, homemade cakes, fresh coffee and popular Sunday lunches (advisable to book) and lots more. Local produce is used where possible. The service is friendly and efficient. Open between 10 and 5, seven days a week. (closed in January)
Clover Jerseys
Milk from the prize winning Clover Jersey herd is used to produce the butter, cream and fudge. Products are sold at the farm and at local farmers markets.
Wisebuys
Pembroke Farmers Market
Old Kings Arms Hotel Restaurant
Listed in the Good Food Guide. Local seafoods, Welsh meats and poultry, vegetarian specialities and real ales in a real local bar.
Wisebuys
Ferry Inn Hazelbeach
Cleddau Bridge Hotel & Restaurant
Pencrugiau, Velindre Organic Farm Shop
First and Last
The Bar Restaurant
The menu changes daily with a strong emphasis on freshly caught fish, sea food and local produce.
Brown's Snack Bar Fish and Chips
Connie as she is known opened her business in 1928. She has been working 6 days a week ever since. She eats nothing but fish and chips and claims to be living proof that eating fish and chips is a healthy option. Last year she was awarded the MBE for services to business and the community.
Gate 2 Plate Farm Shop
The Angel Hotel
A comprehensive menu including vegetarian dishes and a specials board to choose from.
Drovers Arms
The Grosvenor
The Pump on the Green
The Stackpole Inn
Trewern Arms
An ivy clad award winning 16th C hotel and restaurant on the banks of the river Nevern
Ultracomeda Delicatessen
The Red Lion
The Red Lion is a Grade II listed building on the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park.
Salutation Inn
The Inn actively supports Pembrokeshire Fish Week serving fresh fish and shell fish throughout the weeks festivities. Put a date in your diary for 2010 26th June to 4th July.
St Dogmaels Local Producers Market
Local produce for sale includes vegetables, meat, cheese, vegetarian options, gluten free produce, fresh fish, cakes, bread, natural paints, crafts and more.
Rhyd Country House
Rhyd, Penrhyndeudraeth LL48 6ST, UK |
The Bristol Trader
A pub with great character, fine ales and good food prepared daily using fresh ingredients. Meals are served Monday - Thursday 12 noon to 8.30pm, Friday - Saturday 12 noon to 7pm and Sunday 12 noon to 3pm
Y Felin
Take a guided tour to watch the flour being produced. Sample homemade cakes in the tea shop before buying flour to take home. Please phone before visiting during winter to make sure we are open.
The County Hotel & Restaurant
The Dyffryn Arms known as Bessie's
Bowen's Fish and Chips
Haverfordwest Farmers Market
Casa Maria Delicatessen Cafe
Enjoy drinks, snacks & meals in the cafe then stock up on delicious speciality and artisan products to take home.
The Black Lion
The pub lies right at the start of the Brechfa mountain biking trails.
Llwynhelyg Farm Shop
Sarnau, Penbryn, Llandysul SA44 6QU, UK | 01239 811079
The far shop specialises in welsh produce such as vegetables, meat, dairy products, cheeses, jams, preserves, ice-cream and cakes. A range of home cooked ready meals such as chilli con carne, lasagne and shepherds pie are available as well as hampers.
Cottage Caterers
Order in advance by telephone or in person either the previous day or up to midday on the day of collection. Deliveries can be made by arrangement.
The George's
Food is cooked on the premises using ingredients from local sources. If you don't fancy cooking The George's provide fresh or frozen meals to be heated at home in the oven. Select from favourites such as fish pie, lasagne, Thai curry and dessert or cake or pud. Complete your meal with a bottle of wine from the cellar.
Cors Garden
The garden's design features ponds, sculptures and unusual plants such as bamboos and tree ferns. Nick Priestland the designer and gardener has a real flair for design. 'Cors' translated from Welsh means bog. The garden is surrounded by streams on all sides.
Oakgrove Nursery
Farmyard Nurseries
Pembrey Country Park
A unique blend of countryside and coast. Set against the spectacular Gower Peninsula overlooking Carmarthen Bay. Activities include dry ski slope, toboggan ride, crazy golf, pitch & putt, train rides, aventure play area, equestrian centre, Go Ape Forestry Activity Course and a variety of nature walks. The park is open daily from daily from 9.30 to dusk.
Cottage Garden Organic Perennials
Tavernspite Garden Centre
Crofty Nursery, Garden Centre and Tea Room
Post House Garden
Parc Howard Mansion & Gardens
National Botanic Garden of Wales
The garden aims to develop a viable world class national botanic garden to research and conserve. The garden is already helping to conserve some of the rarest plants in the world.
Swiss Valley Garden Centre
Shipton Bulbs
Pengawse Hill Nursery
Pengawse Hill Nursery
Colby Woodland Garden NT
Soames Alpines Nursery
Dyffryn Gwyddno Nursery
Bamboo garden open for the National Gardens Scheme NGS charities. Nursery open from March 1st - Oct 1st. Appointments welcome
Sandyhill Nursery
Begelly Park Gardens & Tea rooms
The tea room serves a full range of meals and snacks.
Ponderosa Garden Centre
Cwmdu Nursery
Petals Garden Centre
Aberglasney Gardens
Ten acres including woodland, 18th C yew tunnel, pool garden, walled garden, formal garden, wild flowers and a restored Jacobean cloister with arcaded parapet walkways giving fine views over the surrounding countryside. A serine cloister garden is enclosed within the cloister walls.
Gelli Aur Country Park
Gelli Aur has a wide range of attractions for visitors including nature trails, deer park, the mansion, the arboretum and ongoing events such as craft demonstrations and guided walks.
West Atheston Farm Produce
Grafted Walnut Trees
Grandiflora Plant & Garden Centre
The plant and garden centre also serves morning coffee, hot & cold lunches, afternoon teas, cream teas and Sunday lunches in the Bramleys Tearoom. A range of bird care products is available.
Dinefwr Park and Castle
Home to more than 100 fallow deer and a small herd of white park cattle. A number of scenic walks including a woodland board walk. Country house with some 1912 style rooms, exhibition rooms, tea room and a National Trust shop.
Ffynone Garden
Part of the National Garden Scheme open days. Dogs welcome
Lydstep Nurseries
Trefhedyn Garden Centre
Manorbier Garden Centre
Farmyard Nurseries
New Inn Nurseries
Patio and Garden Centre
Old Cilgwyn Gardens
Features of the garden include mature trees, ornamental ponds, Chinese bridge, acid loving plants, Victorian planting by R. Cynthia, rose arcade, orchards, tree covered gorge through which the river Ceri runs to join the river Teifi and a nature reserve managed by the West Wildlife Trust.
Norwood Gardens & Tea Room
A path leads through almost the entire length of the garden. There are 7 themed areas on either side of the path. There are seats with views. Original sculptures are set in the gardens, some are for sale. There is also a gallery and tea room. The garden is closed on Tuesdays.
Bro Meigan Gardens and Tea rooms
Six and a half acres of garden ranging from wooded dingle with natural springs to more formal gardens with herbaceous borders.
Nant yr Eryd Garden
As well as topiary the garden has 60 varieties of daffodils, beautiful summer roses and a wild flower meadow. Old farm buildings are used as a basis and background for wild flower planting and exotic ferns. It is open through the National Garden Society garden open day scheme.
Nant yr Eryd
This garden is open for charity and supports the Paul Sartori Foundation. Open from 11am - 4pm
Singleton Botanic Gardens
Open daily from 9 til 6 and 9 til 4.30 in winter. Refreshments are available during August. Shop and plants sales on Saturdays between 10 and 2.
Clyne Gardens Blackpill
Formerly owned by an admiral who sponsored plant collections overseas. His influence can be seen in the Japanese bridge, Admiral's tower, gazebo, bog garden, elephant rhubarb and more. Enjoy the magnificent Clyne Castle and panoramic views of Swansea.
Clyne Gardens with Green Flag Status
Ridlers Garden
Upton Castle Gardens
The medieval castle remains a private residence. It occupies an idyllic situation commanding beautiful views of the surrounding countryside and the ruins of Carew castle.
Rhoshill Herbs & Garden Plants
Visit by appointment only.
Victoria Park
Moorland Cottage Plants
All plants are pot grown outside all year round and fully exposed to the elements. As a result plants are completely hardy and very tough.
The Water Margins Aquatic Plant Nursery
The nursery has one huge polytunnel (and another on the way) and many tanks full of aquatic plants all grown on the premises. This is a seasonal business open daily 10 til 5 from April to September. Closed on Mondays except Bank Holidays. Expert advise given on how to construct and maintain garden ponds.
Wrenvale Nurseries
Three Shires Garden Centre
Plantasia
There are three climate zones: Tropical, Arid & Humid. Also all manner of strange insects, reptiles, fish and birds. Gift shop and cafe on site.
Barrington's Garden Village at Pembroke Garden Centre
Sculptureheaven
Newbridge Nursery & Plant Centre
Hill Farm Nursery
Open April 1st to July 31st
Bush School Nursery
Ty Rhos Trees
This family business grows native trees, fruit trees, ornamentals, shrubs, hedging and windbreaks on their 21 acre small holding. Open Tues - Sat 10 - 4 : Sun 12 - 4 : Mon closed
Penlan Uchaf Gardens
The garden features include a raised herb and wild flower garden, 27 metre sweet pea pergola, over 30,000 spring bulbs, alpine and herbaceous borders. The garden offers breathtaking views of the Preseli hills. Complete your visit with tea and home baked cakes or a light meal in the farmhouse conservatory. You can also buy Carn Edward Longhorn Beef and Welsh lamb at the farmhouse.
Pant yr Holiad Garden
Notable for its unusual trees and shrubs but also more common varieties of azaleas and rhododendrons. A bog garden supports rare ducks. Terraced alpine gardens, herb gardens and a summer walk lined with herbaceous plants. Best viewed in Spring.
Mynydd Pencarreg Water Plants
Honeyborough Garden Centre
Brondesbury Park Garden Centre
Winter opening Mon-Fri, 8.30-4.30, Sat 8.30-3, Sunday closed www.cjindustries.co.uk/brondesbury_park_garden_cent.html
Vincent Davies Garden Centre
Country Lane Nurseries
Opening Times: Easter til end of September 10am - 5.30pm Wednesday to Sunday. In winter please phone first.
Derllys Court Golf Club
Facilities include club house, electro cart for hire, locker rooms, practice area, Pro shop, restaurant, trolley for hire.
Glyn Abbey Golf Club
Coaches available seven days a week. Great practice facilities, indoor net, putting area and driving range.
Ashburnham Golf club
Facilities include Pro shop, club house with bar, dining room and patio.
Carmarthen Golf Club
Clubs for hire, practice area, Pro shop, putting green, restaurant and trolley hire.
Machynys Peninsula Golf and Country Club
Facilities include changing rooms, buggy and trolley hire, driving range, bar snacks, refreshments, Monks Health Club and Spa, Fairyhill bar and brassieres.
Tenby Golf Club
A classic links course ranked one of the top five in Wales. The course has views of Tenby South Beach and Caldey Island. Visitors are welcome.
Heron's Brook
Trefloyne Golf Course
Facilities include club house with restaurant and bar and a Pro shop.
Saron Golf Course
Trolley and clubs for hire and practice ground available.
Golf at Celtic Haven
Glynhir Golf Club
Facilities include club house, Pro shop, covered practice area, changing rooms, showers, catering and refreshments.
Pennard Golf Club
Pro shop, bar & function room
Fairwood Park Golf Club
Pro shop, buggy hire, practice facilities,clubhouse, changing room, lockers and showers available.
Parc Garnant Golf Club
Pontardawe Golf Club
The course has panoramic views of the Brecon Beacons, Black mountain, Swansea Valley, Mumbles Head and Swansea Bay. There is a golf professional on site. Facilities include outdoor practice range, buggies for hire, coffee, meals and licensed bar in the club house.
Haverfordwest Golf Course
Set near the National park the course has magnificent views of the Preseli Hills. There is a Pro shop, club house, golfers bar and restaurant offering home cooked cuisine in a traditional atmosphere.
Mayfield Golf Range and Golf Course
Dawn til Dusk Rosemarket Golf Club
Set in the heart of beautiful scenic countryside. The club has an integral grass airstrip to welcome visitors from all over the country. The course has mature trees and some rather tricky ponds which love eating golf balls.
Hill's Farm Stables
Riding can be as varied as you like, flat work and show jumping, various hacks or seven miles of Pendine beach. Your own horse can be stabled or you can ride one of the farm's well schooled horses.
Cethin Farm
Riders may ride with Carmarthenshire, South Pembrokeshire, Tivyside and Vale of Clettwr hunts, guaranteed to give a good day out.
Marros Riding Centre
Facing the Marros mountain with woodland tracks, mountain trails, an extensive network of bridleways and seven miles of glorious beach. Rides for all abilities, individuals or family groups. Lessons available.
Heatherton Riding Centre
Daily rides and treks suitable for 7 years and over.
The Dunes Riding Centre
Beach rides at Pembrey Park.
Sycamores Ranch Western Riding Centre
One hour to whole day western trail rides through scenic routes, ancient bridleways, woodlands rivers and streams.
Hunter Hirelings
The horses are experienced and there is a variety of sizes and weights. They are provided with good tack and arrangements are made to get horses to and from your chosen event.
Palecwrt Equestrian & Brondai Shooting Ground
Crosswell Horse Agency
Bowlings Riding School
Set in 350 acres of wooded farm land.
Camarthen Camera Centre Ltd
West Wales Tackle
Pethau Bychain
The premises was originally built as a home for a local surgeon. Some parts from the 17th C still remain. There are many interesting original features such as wall panelling, fireplaces and ceiling architraves.
Crafty Catchers
Helwick Angling
Anglers Corner
Fly Shack
Cwmcerrig Farm Shop & Grill
There is a licenced on site cafe with carvery, breakfasts, chefs specials and a sun terrace.
Saundersfoot Angling
Morris Brothers Ltd
Tenby Angling
Celtic Vision
Celtic Vision Photographic Specialist
The Welsh Farmhouse Company
Practical and luxurious items that reflect contemporary living in the British countryside are on sale in the shop and on line.
The Welsh Farmhouse Company
Taboo Surf Clothing & Footwear
Damson & Slate
Country Stores
Yerbeston Gate Farm Shop
Meat includes Welsh Black, Saddleback pork, sausages & home cured bacon. Pies, pastries & quiche baked daily in the farmhouse. Local beers, ciders, cheeses, chocolates, wines, honey, preserves, bread, cakes & ice-cream. Deliveries made to holiday cottages & a welcome pack hamper service is available.
The Salmons Leap
Mainwarings Angling Centre
HR Jones & Co Ltd Angling Centre
Rogers Tackle
Wanton Wax & Wicked Wicks
Pembrokeshire Outdooors
Pembroke Angling
West Wales Tackle
Castaway
Yum Yum Sweet Shop
Elliana's Accessories
County Sports
The Spice Box
Welsh Motorsports Centre, Pembrey
A much valued testing and racing facility for cars, motorcycles, karts and trucks. It is also a motorsports performance drivers school and has played host to some of the biggest names in international motorsports.
Museum of Speed, Pendine
See the beautifully restored car 'Babs' and much more.
Ritec Valley Quad bikes
Arrive and drive on automatic quad bikes around a huge well maintained track, for 6 years and older. Pre book trail riding, a serious gear based activity on 250cc automatic quads for 16 years and older. Satnav users please note this postcode will take you to DJ's Nightclub, follow the signs from there.
Wood Park Off Road
Training courses, recreational days and taster sessions. Learn how to drive correctly off road with a 4x4 whilst still being considerate for the countryside.
West Wales Karting
Carmarthen Leisure Centre
2 swimming pools, fitness studio, sports hall, squash courts, astro turf
Carmarthen Swimming Pool
Carmarthenshire Leisure Centre
Phone for opening times.
Gwendraeth Valley Sports Centre
Llanelli Leisure Centre
2 swimming pools, fitness club, multi use sports hall, full size astro turf, cafe and car park.
Narberth Swimming Pool
Tenby Leisure Centre
Facilities include swimming pool, teaching pool, pool viewing area, sports hall, fitness suite, dance studio, artificial turf and caf
Amman Valley Leisure centre
2 swimming pools, athletic track, tennis courts, sports hall and astro turf pitch.
Crymych Leisure Centre
Wales' National Pool
LC Leisure Centre
Pontardawe Leisure centre
Bowls, squash, synthetic pitch, licensed bar, fitness studio and weights room.
Teifi Leisure Centre
Ceredigion College, Park Place, Cardigan SA43 1HG, UK | 01239 621287
Facilities include 4 badminton courts, multi use sports hall, fitness suite and full size flood lit artificial training pitch.
Llandysul Leisure Centre
Llyn-y-Fran, Llandysul SA44 4HP, UK | 01559 363561
Facilities include 4 badminton courts, multi use sports hall, fitness suite, floodlit artificial training pitch.
Haverfordwest Leisure Centre
Hurst House Spa
Waterwynch Woodland Spa
A typical Morning Spa includes biscuits on arrival, 1 x mini treatment, robes, slippers & towels and full use of facilities.
Swallow Tree Gardens
Leisure facilities include heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room and solarium. There is a Revive Spa with St Tropez, Elemis or Jessica treatments.
The Spa at Celtic Haven
Facilities include swimming pool, sauna, hot tub and fitness suite.
Coracles Health and Country Club
Newcastle Emlyn SA38 9JS, UK | 01239 710345
Lamphey Court Hotel Spa
Jogging track also available at Spa. Pay once and stay as long as you like within a day.
Saundersfoot Tourist Information Centre
Tenby Tourist Information Centre
Pembroke Tourist Information Centre
Pembroke Dock Tourist Information Centre
Cardigan Tourist Information Centre
Located in Theatr Mwldan, Bath House Road, Cardigan
Haverfordwest Tourist Information Centre
Gwili Railway
The trip begins at Bronwydd Arms station and follows the original Carmarthen to Aberystwyth route through the beautiful Carmarthenshire hills as far as the delightful halt at Danycoed.
Sospan Hopper Land Train
The train runs from the park centre to Burry Port Harbour.
Laugharne
Laugharne has a rich history of weaving, cockling and fishing. The port was thriving with ships plying their trade to and from Bristol. The town is famous for Dylan Thomas who lived and wrote some of his best work at the 'Boathouse', now a museum.
Carmarthen
A site of strategic Roman and Norman settlements. Granted a charter by King John in 1201. The Black Book of Carmarthen was written here. Merlin of Arthurian legend is said to have been born in a cave outside the town. Coracle fishing still survives to this day on the River Towy. Carmarthen is now a bustling market town full of small businesses selling unique and individual goods as well as some national brand outlets. The indoor market sells local produce as well as antiques, crafts and household goods.
Carmarthen Indoor Market
There are several cafes in the market. A reduced market is open every day but proper market days are Wednesdays and Saturdays when the whole indoor market is in operation and more stalls spill out onto the square.
Tenby
The town is steeped in history. It is surrounded by an imposing stone wall which was built in the 13th C after the town was destroyed by Prince Llewelyn in 1260. The walls and five arches can be seen around the bustling shopping area. The Victorians flocked to Tenby to enjoy the benefits of the fresh sea air. There are three glorious sandy beaches all within walking distance of the town overlooked by a Georgian terrace of elegant colourful buildings. Caldey Island home to Cistercian monks is just a boat ride away.
Narberth
The shops are very individual selling products such as fine art, antiques and fine food. There is a large free car park, several good pubs, cafes and restaurants. The Queens Hall is one of the best entertainment venues in west Wales.
Brechfa
Hidden in the Cothi valley on the edge of Brechfa forest, Brechfa has a long and fascinating history. It once was an important hunting ground for the nobility making the village wealthy through the provision of accommodation and the collection of tolls. During the Spanish civil war a Ministry of labour training camp was set up for Basque refugees.
St Florence
There is a distinctive cottage with the last surviving Flemish chimney in Wales. The village has won awards for its floral displays. Places of interest include the 13th C church, Manor House Wildlife Park, Heatherton's Dinosaur Park and the Grandiflora Garden Centre.
Llandeilo
A creation of Victorian and Georgian architecture the streets and buildings are unified by style and scale with no destructive redevelopment to spoil it.
Carew
Attractions in the village include Carew castle, Carew Celtic cross and a tidal mill. There is a large car park, picnic site and recreation area overlooking the mill pond and castle.
Lawrenny & Lawrenny Quay
The village enjoys a quiet atmosphere surrounded by woodland and fields. The quay is an idyllic spot alongside the estuary. A pleasant circular walk follows the river bank and back through the village passing through oak woods with views of Benton castle. A smart licensed cafe 'The Quay' serves food on their riverside lawn and inside during the summer season. The Lawrenny Arms is open all year round. And also serves food.
Burton, Llangwm & Hook
Burton is a pleasant waterside village with a popular landing pontoon, pub with beer garden and rolling lawns going down to the beach. Llangwm is an attractive old fishing village built around an inlet further up stream. Black Tar gives access to boat users at all states of the tide. Hook is north of Llangwm. It has some beautiful river views.
Pembroke
Pembroke castle was once home to the earls of Pembroke and the birth place of Henry VII and the Tudor dynasty in 1457. The streets of the town still follow their medieval line. A walk along the mill pond reveals just how well defended Pembroke was in the middle ages. There is a popular town trail, numerous craft, gift and specialist shops. Swans wait to be fed in the mill pond.
Pembroke Dock
Impressive dockyard buildings still remain including the Garrison Chapel. Strong defences were built for protection. Several forts are still in existence. Defensible barracks overlook the town. They are one of the most unusual barrack buildings in the UK, the last example of their kind in Europe. During the 2nd World war Pembroke Dock was used as a Sunderland Flying Boat base.
Neyland
Following the closure of the railway terminus Neyland Marina was built. The railway track is now a popular and scenic cycle/footpath to Haverfordwest part of which runs alongside the river. A statue of Brunel overlooks the entrance to the marina. There is the popular Bar Restaurant and a busy cafe on the marina. Numerous boat trips operate from here. A pleasant 2 mile riverside walk leads along the Promenade and through the village of Llanstadwell.
Stackpole and Stackpole Quay
The Stackpole Estate consists of outstanding countryside and coastal landscape set in the National Park. Stackpole Quay was used to bring coal and other goods to the estate and to ship out limestone from their own quarry. The quay is also of interest for its structural geology.
Nevern
The earthen bank and mound of a 12th C motte and bailey can be seen in the woods. Nevern church has a number of interesting features. The miraculous bleeding yew grows amongst an avenue of 700 year old yews leading through the church yard. The Trevern Arms serves food at lunch time and in the evening.s.
Haverfordwest
The town lies along the tidal river Cleddau. Narrow twisting streets and the main high street have a mixture of traditional buildings, shops, cafes, restaurants and a cinema. It once was a thriving port with local and foreign vessels sailing right into the town centre to carry out their business. Henry Tudor crossed the river here on his way to Bosworth Field where he defeated Richard III and so became King Henry VII and started the Tudor dynasty. There are two surviving fairs both held on St Thomas Green. Portfield fair dates back to 1659 when it was the occasion to hire farm servants.
St Dogmaels
The town is home to Y Felin working water mill set in picturesque surroundings next to the 12th C abbey. There is water fowl in an adjacent pond and a tea room.
Dylan's Walk, Laugharne
Follow the coast turning inland past a 17th C farm and back via St Martin's Church. A further half mile loop St Johns hill heads south from the castle with fabulous views. Both routes are well marked.
Walk from Cardigan to St Dogmaels
Telynfa, High Street, St Dogmaels SA43 3EF, UK | 01239 612556
Start at the heritage centre, Cardigan, pass earthworks, Blaenwaun chapel, Parc yr Eithen Farm and back. The route trails through rich agricultural land, pretty woods and the fringes of St Dogmaels village with views of the Teifi Estuary.
Walk from Cardigan to Mwnt
Mwnt, near Cardigan SA43 1QF, UK | 01545 570200
The walk includes views of the Teifi Estuary, the scenic National Trust property of Mwnt and its chapel and possible sightings of dolphins and seals.
Bird Watching at Teifi Marshes Reserve
Cilgerran SA43 2TB, UK | 01239 621212
There are many varieties of birds to observe depending on the time of year. They include reed, marsh and woodland lovers and many more. Look for cetti's warbler, bittern, reed & sedge warblers, reed bunting, duck, kingfisher, curlew, heron, larger gulls, peregrine falcon, teal and many more.
Cardigan & District Ramblers
Check the web site for walks programme.
Amroth to Lydstep a taxing 11 1/2 mile walk
There is a woodland section between Saundersfoot and Tenby. At very low tide walk from Amroth to Saundersfoot along the beach to see interesting exposed geology including coal measures.
Millennium Coastal Park
More than 2000 acres of industrial waste land was remediated to construct the route. A visitor centre with tourist information and restaurant are located at Llanelli. Bicycle hire is available in the summer season.
Llyn Llech Owain Country Park
A network of paths offer enjoyable walking with safe access across the peat bog and around the lake. A forest track provides a longer walk and cycle route. There is rough mountain bike trail for the adventurous.
Guided Walking Tours of Tenby
Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the Tourist Information Centre in Upper Park Road, Tenby.
Easy Access Walk Penally to South Beach Viewpoint
Leave from Penally Station car park via exit by notice board. Turn right towards level crossing. There are large gates available for wheel chair users. There is a phone to tell you whether it is safe to cross track (it is quite high up). Follow the tarmac track to seat. Then bear left onto narrower path and follow across golf course to view point. The last 180 metres are uneven and may have some sand on path. There is a short steep up & down section just before the view point. The only access onto the beach involves negotiating a flight of steps onto soft sand.
Lydstep to St Govans (14 1/2 mile strenuous walk)
Gradients are not too taxing but strenuous none the less. Coastal bus service covers entire route. Www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/coastbus
The Golden Road
A community bus service ' The Preseli Green Dragon' can be used for your return journey. Highlights on the walk include Foel Drygarn a Bronze Age hill fort and Carn Menyn thought to be the origin of the Stonehenge blue stone.
Bird Watching at Newcastle Emlyn
32 Tudor Way, Haverfordwest SA61 1HU, UK | 07766 911069
Park in the town car park. Walk along the riverside beneath the ruined castle. Look for kingfisher, dipper, grey wagtail, Canada geese and goosander.
Easy Access Walk Carew Millpond
The walk is mostly level on surfaced paths & lanes with a few short slopes. Look out for wading birds in the tidal millpond. It is a good place to watch bats on summer evenings.There is a carved Celtic cross considered to be one of the three finest in Wales.
Bird Watching at Cenarth
32 Tudor Way, Haverfordwest SA61 1HU, UK | 07766 911069
Park on the Ceredidigion side of the river. Walk along the river on the north side beside the falls. Look for dipper and grey wagtail. Woodland birds include redstart and pied flycatcher.
2 mile walk around Carreg Cennen Castle
Leaflet maps of the walk and others are available in the craft shop on site. Castle, grounds & facilities open all year round. In summer from 9.30 til 6 and in winter from 9.30 til 4.00
5 mile walk around Carreg Cennen Castle
The grounds, castle and facilities are open all year round. In summer from 9.30 -til 6.00 and in winter from 9.30 til 4.00. Leaflet maps of walks are available for sale in the shop on site.
Bird Watching at Llechryd Bridge
Park next to Castell Malgwyn and look from the bridge. Look for grey wagtail, dipper and otters. Woodland birds in the lane include pied flycatcher, redstart and lesser spotted woodpeckers.
Circular Walk from Llechryd to Penparc
For more walks send for a brochure
Bird Watching at Cilgerran Gorge
Park by the river and walk in either direction. Look for kingfishers and otters. Woodland birds include pied flycatcher, redstart and greater & lesser spotted woodpecker. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to Cilgerran Castle.
Walk from Cilgerran to Cenarth
For more walks send for a brochure.
Pembroke to Milford Haven (easy 14 mile walk)
A surprisingly fascinating walk with plenty of interest on the way. There are no serious gradients.
Blue Shark
Expeditions off shore towards the Celtic Deeps including visits to colonies of guillemots, razorbills, kittiwakes and gannets.
Wild Guides
Anna Sutcliffe has over 25 years experience of worldwide guiding. She specialises in Pembrokeshire's spectacular islands with over 20 years experience of Skomer, Ramsey and Caldey Islands. She looks at birds, butterflies, plants, rock pools and seals. Guided tours around the islands, tranquil Cleddau estuary or canoe trips for a really close up look at nature.
The Teifi Trail
The walks will follow the Teifi river from its estuary near Cardigan to its source at Teifi Pools high in the Cambrian Mountains above the ruins of Strata Florida Abbey
Teifi Estuary Walks
The Teifi estuary walks include sections of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Trail the Ceredigion Coast Path, the Teifi Marshes, the Teifi Gorge and the Welsh Wildlife Centre.
Circular Walk from Cardigan to Cilgerran
For more walks send for a brochure.
Circular Walk from Cardigan to Foel y Mwnt
For more walks send for a brochure
Haverfordwest's Fortunes Frolic Walk
Ceredigion Coastal Path, Cardigan
A coastal bus service the 'Cardi Bach' operates from June to the end of September every day except Wednesdays
Withybush Woods Trail
Walk from St Dogmaels to Cemaes Head
Start at St Dogmaels Post Office. This walk trails along rural pastures, coastal scenery and panoramic views of Teifi Estuary passing Cwm Degwel and Albro Castle.
Pembrokeshire Paths
Guided walks, learn Nordic walking (walk with efficiency & style) or walk therapy (sharing the countryside with each others). There are several trails to choose from including The Bluestone Trail, The Landsker Walks and The Preseli Paths.
Walk from Penbryn to Llangrannog
Start 2 miles from the A487 at Sarnau. Leave from the National Trust car park, from the beach turn up the farm track then follow the waymarked signs to Traeth Bach past the iron age settlement of Castell Bach and then down to Llangrannog.
Celtic Quest Coasteering
CQC go coasteering near Fisguard, St Davids, Cardigan and Tenby. Minimum age requirement is 8 years. Participants need not be strong swimmers. Satnav users please note this postcode will get you to the Tourist Information Centre in Tenby.
Swansea Surf School
Llandysul Paddlers Canoe Centre
Boat Launching at Lawrenny
Parking, cafe, pub and toilets near by.
Small boat launching at West Angle
Ahoy Pembrokeshire!
Boat Launching at East Llanion
Pembrokeshire Activity Centre
Pembrokeshire Cruising
Boat Launching at Neyland
Toilets, parking and Neyland Yacht Club closeby.
Boat Launching at Hobbs Point
Cardigan Bay Active
Activities include canoeing in Teifi gorge, coasteering in the witches cauldron or sea kayaking around Cardigan Island, maybe amongst the seals and dolphins. Store and cafe at the wharf. Quality Cottages guests will be offered a £5 discount (Please show this unique accommodation activity booking code: 12-QuCR-315).
Boat Launching at PembrokeDock
Celtic Quest Coasteering
CQC go coasteering near St Davids, Fishguard, Tenby and Cardigan. Minimum age requirement is 8 years. Participants need not be strong swimmers. Satnav users please note this postcode will take you to the Tourist Information Centre based in Theatr Mwldan, Cardigan.
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