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Holiday in Pembrokeshire   -   'The land of magic and enchantment'

Pembrokeshire is a maritime county in the southwest of Wales, bordered by the sea on three sides.

Settlements include Pembroke itself, Pembroke Dock, Milford Haven, Fishguard, Tenby [ coastal resort town ], Saundersfoot [ seaside resort ], Narberth, Neyland and Newport.

Several small islands located off the Pembrokeshire coast : Ramsey Island [ largest ], Grassholm Island, Skomer Island and Caldey Island.

Main City and market town: Haverfordwest.


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Campsites and Caravanning Pembrokeshire

  Eurocampings   -   ACSI Camping Guide

  ukcampsite.co.uk   -   Pembrokeshire Camp Sites and Caravan Sites

  lovecamping.co.uk   -   Camping in Pembrokeshire

Holiday Homes / Cottages & Apartments

  
A chalet, a villa, a castle or a mill? A country estate, a farmhouse, a gîte or a cottage? All have been carefully selected for quality, location, friendly welcome and attractive atmosphere. They are all ideal for a special holiday and good value for money.

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A short break, or weekend, at one of our holiday parks gives you a real getaway, whatever the season.

  Bluestone holiday village    -   family breaks, couples, special interest
Bluestone, in the heart of Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, is an all year round, all weather, 5 star short break destination like no other. Unwind in beautiful lodges set on a tranquil hill around a traditional village.

Hotels in Pembrokeshire

  Hotels in Wales   -   Hotel Guide Wales

 

  

 
2-5 star hotels, with the majority in the 3-4 star+ rating.

National Park 

  Pembrokeshire Coast National Park   -   UK's only coastal national park
The National Park has a varied landscape of rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, wooded estuaries and wild inland hills. See pcnpa.

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Incoming

  Thousand Islands Expeditions
Trips to Grassholm, from St Justinains

Travel Guides Pembrokeshire / Related books

Travel Guides Wales  [ amazon.co.uk ]

North Pembrokeshire
OS Explorer Map is the Ordnance Survey's most detailed map and is recommended for anyone enjoying outdoor activities like walking, horse riding and off-road cycling.
Publisher: Ordnance Survey; A2 edition (24 Aug 2009); ISBN-10: 0319240983; ISBN-13: 978-0319240984

South Pembrokeshire (OS Explorer Map)
Publisher: Ordnance Survey; A2 edition (24 Aug 2009); ISBN-10: 0319240991; ISBN-13: 978-0319240991.

Walking in Pembrokeshire: 41 Circular Walks in the National Park (Cicerone British Walking) 
Dennis R. Kelsall (Author), Jan Kelsall (Author).
The spectacular coastal scenery of Pembroke's national park is only one of the county's many facets explored in this collection of 40 varied and interesting walks. The routes take you through the Preseli Hills (from which ancient man took the 'bluestones' for Stonehenge), the Daugleddau's hidden tidal reaches (once busy with coal barges), deep wooded gorges (whose fast-flowing streams powered long-forgotten mills), prehistoric hill forts, medieval castles, isolated churches and many intriguing places that await discovery. With 40 routes ranging between 2 and 12 miles (20km), there is something for everyone, often incorporating places to visit or a welcoming pub or cafe en route.
Paperback: 208 pages; Publisher: Cicerone Press (19 Dec 2007); ISBN-10: 1852844310; ISBN-13: 978-1852844318.

Transport / How do I travel to Pembrokeshire  

Getting to Wales from within the UK is easy. You may travel using a number of different forms of transport.

  Cardiff Airport  

  Haverfordwest (Withybush) airport

  

 
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  Airline Tickets /  Bargain Flights
Flight tickets Wales / Price comparison possible

Haverfordwest railway station is served by the West Wales Line.

 
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Streetmaps Wales at Amazon.co.uk 
Selection of streetmaps Wales

  Cleddau Bridge   -   toll bridge on the A477 road
The 'Pont Cleddau' spans the River Cleddau between Neyland and Pembroke Dock.


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  Haverfordwest   -   market town / county town of Pembrokeshire
A town rich in historic buildings, cultural heritage, boasting many riverside walks and green areas.
Haverfordwest is the most populous urban area in Pembrokeshire and forms, as a result of its position at the tidal limit of the western Cleddau river, an important road network hub between other towns in Pembrokeshire such as Milford Haven, Pembroke Dock, Fishguard and St David's.

See Haverfordwest Tourism & Travel.

  Pembrokeshire  
Pembrokeshire is a popular location for filming.

  St David's Peninsula
North and west of the tiny city of St David's within Pembrokeshire National Park. See National Trust.
  Treginnis Peninsula
Enjoy beautiful seascapes and a variety of birdlife on a walk along Pembrokeshire's rugged coastline. See walkingstuff.com.

  Fishguard Town
A typical fishing village with a short tidal quay. Located near the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Ideal holiday destinations. The town is the main shopping town of North Pembrokeshire with a busy Thursday market in the Town Hall.
Divided into two parts:  the Main Town and Lower Town. Lower Fishguard is situated where the River Gwaun meets the sea in a deep valley. See fishguardonline.com. Fom Fishguard Harbour a ferry is sailing to Rosslare in Ireland.
  Goodwick   -   coastal town immediately west of its twin town of Fishguard
See fishguardonline.com.
  Milford Haven
Situated on the north side of the Milford Haven Waterway, a natural harbour used as a port since the Middle Ages.
  Milford Haven   -   Milford Haven Port Authority
Milford Haven Port Authority is responsible for the biggest port in Wales, and the third largest in the UK.
  Narberth
Founded around a Welsh court, later a Norman stronghold on the Landsker Line. It became the headquarters of the hundred of Narberth. The town of narberth plays a high-profile role in Welsh mythology as the chief palace of Pwyll, Prince of Dyfed, and a key setting in both the first and third branches of the Mabinogion. Near to Narberth is Blackpool Mill [ highest tidal reach of the River Cleddau ].
  Neyland   -   on the northern bank of the River Cleddau
See Neyland.org.uk. 
  Pembroke Town
Located on the Pembroke Peninsula in a fascinating area of breathtaking coastal scenery, timeless villages and glorious sandy beaches. See Pembroke Town Guide.
  Pembroke Dock
  Saundersfoot   -   Tourist Board Saundersfoot
Saundersfoot provides easy access to the spectacular coastline of Pembrokeshire. There are large sandy beaches and a harbour in the village so it is easy to relax or enjoy watersports or fishing. Boat trips are run from the harbour for fishing and viewing the marine wildlife and coastline. Saundersfoot is also superbly located for access to Tenby and St. Davids for day trips.
  St. Davids   -  
See Stdavidsinfo.org [ information Guide to north west Pembrokeshire's magnificent coastal peninsula and Britain's smallest city ].
  Tenby   -   walled seaside town, lying on Carmarthen Bay
With its miles of European Blue Flag winning beaches, picturesque working harbour and rich heritage, Tenby continued to be known throughout the world as a fashionable and fun seaside resort.
From Tenby's harbour boats sail to the offshore monastic Caldey Island, while St Catherine's Island is linked to the town at low tide. The town is served by Tenby railway station. See Tenby Town Council.

  Blue Lagoon Waterpark   -   indoor waterpark near Canaston Bridge
  Bosherston [ South Pembrokeshire ]
The small village is known for its beach, Broad Haven South and the Stackpole Estate lily ponds.  
  Caldey Island   -   just offshore from Tenby South Beach
Owned by The Cistercian order and has an active monastery. There is a guesthouse or a self catering cottage accommodation on the island for retreats.
  Folly Farm Adventure Park and Zoo 
Located near Tenby in the beautiful Pembrokeshire countryside, Folly Farm offers affordable fun days out for the whole family with four family entertainment zones: a farmyard, a zoo, Europe's largest undercover vintage funfair, and an 'adventure play' area.
  Grassholm National Nature Reserve [ Grassholm Island ]
Westernmost point in Wales. Known for its huge colony of gannets. Third most important site for these birds in the world, after two sites in Scotland; St Kilda and Bass Rock. Thousand Islands Expeditions run guided trips to Grassholm, from St Justinains. See RSPB [ Royal society for the protection of birds ]. The island has been identified with Gwales, an island featured in the Mabinogion.
  Haverfordwest Castle
The castle was established during Norman times in 1120. See Haverfordwest Town Museum.
  Haverfordwest Town Museum [ SA61 2EF ]
A number of paintings and prints relating to Haverfordwest or painted by artists with local connections is on display, including reproductions of works by Augustus John and a portrait of his sister Gwen.
The people of Haverfordwest, both past and present, are represented throughout the museum in numerous photographs and artworks.
A portrait of Sir John Perrot, Haverfordwest's famous benefactor, can be seen, together with his coat of Arms.
  Heatherton World   -   Activity Theme Park
Heatherton World of Activities near Tenby in Pembrokeshire is open all year and it's one of Wales' favourite 'All Weather Attractions' with many activities under cover. So you can have a fantastic day out, no matter what the weather.
   Manor House Wildlife Park [ Tenby ]
Manor House Wildlife Park enables visitors to interact with the animals, including Zebras, Emu's and Wallabies as well as many different types of monkey.
  Manorbier castle [ 5m SW of Tenby ]
Located a few miles off the A4139 on the very narrow B4585. The drive to the village of Manorbier takes you through some of the most scenic parts of Pembrokeshire, and winds dramatically along leafy hedged lanes towards the coast.
  Oakwood Theme Park [ Canaston Bridge ]   -   fun for all the family
Home to Speed, Megafobia, Drenched, Bounce and Vertigo.
  Pembrokeshire Coast Path   -   part of Britain's only coastal National Park
The northern end is at Poppit Sands, near St. Dogmaels, Ceredigion, the southern end is at Amroth, Pembrokeshire. See Wikipedia.
  Pembrokeshire Motor Museum   -   restored vintage cars 
  Preseli Hills [ Mynydd Preseli ]   -   in the north of the county
A wide stretch of high moorland with many prehistoric monuments. Source of the bluestones used in the construction of the inner circle of Stonehenge in England.
  Ramsey Island   -   see http://www.ramseyisland.com/
  Skokholm Island and Skomer Island  -   off the coast of south west Pembrokeshire
The islands are Sites of Special Scientific Interest and the surrounding waters are a marine reserve, all part of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. See Welsh Wildlife - Skokholm and Welsh Wildlife - Skomer.
  Stackpole estate [ within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park ]
The Stackpole Estate contains the unspoilt beaches of Barafundle and Broad Haven South, the 100 acres (0 .40 km2) of lily ponds are home to otters, fish, Swans, ducks and many other wildlife species. From the cliff tops and beaches, bottlenose dolphins and basking sharks can sometimes be seen along with many different varieties of sea birds such as kittiwakes. See National Trust and/or Wikipedia.
  The Dinosaur Park, Gumfreston, Tenby

  Local radio   -   Radio Pembrokeshire
  News form Pembrokeshire   -   Western Telegraph
Founded as the 'Haverfordwest & Milford Haven Telegraph', now a Welsh weekly regional newspaper covering Pembrokeshire and bordering Carmarthenshire.

Cuisine  -   Cooking

  Pembrokeshire Cheese Company   -   Welsh Cheese Recipes
Why not try out these every day quick & easy recipes using delicious Pembrokeshire Mature & Extra Mature Cheddars.

History of Pembrokeshire

  History of Pembrokeshire

  Sir John Perrot [ c.1530-1592 ]   -   Mayor of Haverfordwest three times
 a great Tudor magnate, Lord Deputy of Ireland and owner of Carew and Laugharne Castles. He was born at Haroldston. In 1580 he made a famous bequest to the Haverfordwest Corporation and so founded the charity, which still bears his name to this day. See Wikipedia. 
  Admiral John Lort Stokes [ 1811-1885 ]
Travelled on HMS Beagle with Charles Darwin in the early 1830s. He had many adventures and he recorded them in his two volumes of memoirs. He died at Scotchwells House in 1885. See Wikipedia.

  Haverfordwest Town Museum

Music, Art & Culture, Events

  Myth & Legends
The Welsh are great storytellers. You'll hear tales of King Arthur and Merlin the Magician, of kingdoms lost beneath the sea and battles between dragons, of haunted castles and knightly deeds. These captivating tales don't just spring from a fertile Celtic imagination. They are also inspired by Wales's wonderful landscapes and seascapes. Which may explain why Pembrokeshire is still proud to be known as Gwlad hud a lledrith, 'The land of magic and enchantment'.

  Mabinogion
The Mabinogion is the title given to a collection of eleven prose stories collated from medieval Welsh manuscripts.

  Fishguard Folk Festival
Fishguard Folk Festival is one of the country's best small festivals.
  Narberth Winter Carnival 

Portals / Directories

  Pembroke Town Online [ Pembroke And Pembroke Dock community Website ]
  Saundersfoot.co.uk 
On-line local information database for the village of Saundersfoot and its surrounding area.
  Saundersfootguide.co.uk 
The pretty, seaside town of Saundersfoot, is one of Pembrokeshire's finest holiday resorts. Situated only a few miles from the larger town of Tenby, Saundersfoot has the benefit of maintaining a village atmosphere combined with some of the best hotels, B&Bs and campsites in the area.
  Virtualtenby.co.uk 



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