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Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Pembrokeshire is Britain's only truly coastal national park, covering 240 sq miles (620 sq km) of spectacular landscape around Wales' south-western shore. It's a spectacular landscape of rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, wooded estuaries and wild inland hills, and a place of sanctuary for wildlife.
People belong here, too. They have shaped the landscape over the centuries, leaving their mark in tombs and castles, crosses and cottages, quarries and quays.
Today this is a living, working landscape where people and nature co-exist. The National Park Authority looks after it, helps the public to enjoy and understand it, and works with local communities towards a sustainable future.
Whether you're a visitor or a resident, we want you to make the most of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Its stunning scenery, wealth of wildlife and fascinating history make it a very special place to explore and enjoy.
There are so many places to go and things to do - browse the Out and About section of our website to find out more - www.pcnpa.org.uk
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Carew Castle & Tidal Mill
Carew Castle & Tidal Mill is an unique site. The castle is a scheduled ancient monument and was, at different times, an Iron Age fort, a Norman stronghold, a Tudor mansion and an Elizabethan country house. The Tidal Mill is the only restored tidal mill in Wales and shows how important sustainable power was as far back as the 15th century.Throughout the season events are held at both sites for all the family from craft demonstrations to costumed guided tours to fun activities for children.
Every day you can join a guided tour at led by knowledgeable staff who will give you an insight into life at Carew Castle and also the surrounding countryside both past and present.
Carew Castle & Tidal Mill is a heritage site managed by Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority for conservation, understanding and enjoyment of these special sites and the wider landscape.
Further information:
Carew Castle & Tidal Mill website www.carewcastle.com or tel 01646 651782
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Castell Henllys
Castell Henllys near Newport in North Pembrokeshire is a scheduled ancient monument. In the Iron Age over 2,000 years ago it was a fortress from which a local nobleman or woman ruled the area. Today Castell Henllys is a window through which visitors can glimpse what life was like in the Iron Age. Archaeologists have made many discoveries about how the fort might have looked and about the daily lives of its people. Using this evidence, 4 roundhouses and other buildings have been reconstructed on their original, excavated foundations.
Castell Henllys website www.castellhenllys.com or tel 01239 891319
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Canaston Bowl
Canaston Bowl is home to a ten-pin bowling alley and Games Sector 1 - an amusement area and the UK's only Crystal Maze game, where you are guided through the Aztec, Medieval, Ocean and Futuristic zones in order to solve puzzles and collect crystals before entering The Crystal Dome! With a fully-licensed bar and fast food.
* Free entry, with charges for ten pin bowling and The Crystal Maze
* No Dogs, except Guide Dogs
* Licensed bar and fast food. Buffets available on request (min. 12 people)
* Daily 10am until 11pm (Apr-Sep & Feb and Oct Half Terms), Wed-Sun (Oct-Mar)
Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Eve & New Year's Day.
Canaston Bridge
Narberth
SA67 8DD
Tel 01834 891622
Fax 01834 891380
Email info@cc2000.info
Website www.cc2000.info
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St Davids City Golf Club
An 11 hole links with 18 Tees, 6117 yards, Par 70 SSS70 course which is dry and playable all year round and renowned for its quality greens.
The course boasts spectacular views over Ramsey Island, Whitesands Bay and St Davids Head.
Hot Snacks are available by prior arrangement, with vending machines for hot and cold drinks.
The Club's fixtures are posted on the club's website before the start of the year.
Please check with Secretary for availability of Saturday Tee Times, particularly during the Summer, due to League Matches and other club commitments.
Thursday is Seniors' day and Friday is Ladies; Tee Times may be available on these days, but please check with Secretary first.
No Handicap Certificate required
Practice facilities: Putting Green, Pitching Green, Driving Nets.
Dress code: Shirts/tops must have collar (rugby/football/slogan/vest types are not allowed). Shorts to be Tailored (no jeans or tracksuit bottoms). Golf Shoes and socks must be worn.
Club rules: Please read local rules on the back of score card. Please note: Every player on the course must be in possession of a set of clubs. Further details on the club's website.
Contact: St Davids City Golf Club, The Burrows, Whitesands, St Davids SA62 6PT
Tel: 01437 721751, Website: www.stdavidscitygolfclub.com, Email: wjwilcox@hotmail.com
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The Milford Haven Waterway
Once a winter safe haven for raiding Norsemen and now a safe haven for water sports enthusiasts, especially at Dale. The Coast Path along the Haven is often and mistakenly bypassed, but it's actually fascinating walking. Explore the upper reaches of the estuary, the secret waterway, by boat or canoe. For more details, see www.visitpembrokeshire.com
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St Brides Bay
The pronounced peninsulas on either side make the bay feel like it's almost enclosed. Excellent walking country with regular interesting villages to stop at. Beaches in this area are some of the best and, especially as far as Marloes is concerned, some of the quietest too. Great scuba diving area too. For more details about Pembrokeshire's Beaches, see www.visitpembrokeshire.com/beaches.asp.
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St Davids Peninsula
Outstandingly beautiful coastline, punctuated by several wonderful coves. St Davids, Britain's smallest city, is Wales' spiritual capital and home to our patron saint and the cathedral he founded. Surfing at Whitesands Bay is very popular. The popular harbour villages of Solva and Porthgain are both charming and well worth visiting.
For more details, see www.visitpembrokeshire.com
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Pencaer
The Coast Path from Abercastle to Fishguard is rugged and wild, especially at Strumble lighthouse, where porpoise watching is popular. This is good hiking country. Inland are numerous cosy hamlets and villages. For more details, see www.visitpembrokeshire.com
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Amroth & Saundersfoot
Amroth is a tiny seaside village with a wide, sandy and shallow beach that's great for children. Saundersfoot, a compact, historic resort, also has wide beaches. In between the two is the little cove of Wiseman's Bridge. Nearby highlights are Colby Woodland Gardens and Folly Farm. For more details, see www.visitpembrokeshire.com
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Tenby & Caldey Island
The delightful medieval walled town of Tenby is Wales' favourite holiday destination and for good reason. The three beaches are fabulous: they all have blue flags but very different characteristics. Visit the picturesque harbour and take a trip to the monastery island of Caldey. It's an essential part of the Tenby experience. For more details, see www.visitpembrokeshire.com
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Lydstep & Manorbier
There's a string of pretty little villages as you travel west from Tenby towards Pembroke. Pembrokeshire's best castles are concentrated in this area, including the Norman strongholds at Manorbier, Carew and Pembroke. For more details, see www.visitpembrokeshire.com
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Castlemartin Peninsula
The south coast is characterised by dramatic limestone cliffs, punctuated by superb sandy coves. Further west is the huge, dramatic sweep of Freshwater West, Wales' best surfing beach, but rip currents are strong here so head to Angle for a family friendly beach and sheltered seas. For more details, see www.visitpembrokeshire.com
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Landsker Borderlands
Isolated estuary villages and country hamlets are typical further inland, but are within a few minutes drive to a dozen beaches. This area was populated by Flemish immigrants brought in to act as a buffer between Welsh and Norman peoples. Visit Narberth for arts and crafts or Oakwood, Wales' only theme park. For more details, see www.visitpembrokeshire.com
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Fishguard & the Gwaun Valley
The charming cliff top town of Fishguard overlooks a bay where basking sharks and dolphins are regular visitors. Pretty lower town harbour is perfect for crabbing. It's also where the River Gwaun meets the sea. Inland, the steep sided Gwaun Valley is both peaceful and unspoilt. For more details, see www.visitpembrokeshire.com
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Dinas & Newport
This superb stretch of coast provides and altogether more exclusive experience, which draws visitors back year after year; uncommercialised but with plenty to offer. Celtic connections are very strong here, especially at Pentre Ifan and Castell Henllys, a reconstructed Iron Age hill fort. For more details, see www.visitpembrokeshire.com
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Cardigan & Poppit
The Teifi Valley on Pembrokeshire's northern border is the main focal point for this area, flowing though some idyllic villages like Cenarth and Cilgerran before passing the quaint little town of Cardigan before reaching the sea at Poppit Sands. The Coast Path here is quite tough but well worth the effort, especially around Ceibwr. For more details, see www.visitpembrokeshire.com
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The Preseli Hills
This is the upland part of the National Park, with small round mountains topped by occasional tors of bluestone, believed to be where the Stonehenge Bluestones came from. Dotted around the foot of the mountains are some delightful little villages. For more details, see www.visitpembrokeshire.com
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Central Pembrokeshire
This is rich farming country within easy reach of the entire coast, so it's perfect for those who like to explore. Highlights of this area are Scolton Manor House, Llawhaden Castle and Llys-Y-Fran Country Park. Don't forget a trip to the County Town of Haverfordwest with its fortnightly Friday Farmers Market. For more details, see www.visitpembrokeshire.com
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