Pembrokeshire

The Pembrokeshire Coast is one of three national parks in Wales. Popular with couples and families alike, there are many different things to do in the area, making it a fantastic location for a getaway. It is home to beautiful beaches, secret coves, rugged cliffs, wooded estuaries, pretty countryside, picturesque towns and villages, historic sites and many different attractions. It is unique in the fact that it is the only national park that is predominately coastal; it includes several offshore islands, some of which can be reached by boat.

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The Pembrokeshire Coast Path National Trail is very popular with walkers. This picturesque route extends from St Dogmaels in the north to Amroth in the south – it is approximately 186 miles long, the majority of which is within the park. This challenging walk boasts some of the most spectacular coastal scenery in Britain.

For those interested in wildlife and nature, there are many spots in the national park where you can observe the local fauna in their natural habitat, and admire the region’s beautiful flowers and trees. The park is home to many different species of sea bird, along with marine mammals such as seals and dolphins. Woodlands carpeted with bluebells are a must see in the spring, as are the meadows that explode with native species such as cowslips, harebells and campions.

The Pembrokeshire Coast National Park contains a number of significant historic sites and castles. These fascinating landmarks are most definitely worth visiting on any visit to the region. Carew Castle dates back to the 12th century, but it is actually pretty well preserved. This large stone structure is set in a stunning location overlooking a millpond. Pembroke Castle is another impressive fortification. Built during the 11th century, it is one of the finest castles in Britain. It was the birthplace of the first tudor king, Henry VII. Located in the city of St. David’s, St. David’s cathedral is a majestic building and a fine example of medieval architecture.

No visit to this national  park is complete without a visit to Caldey Island.  A pleasant three mile boat trip takes visitors from Tenby Harbour to this picturesque and fascinating island. Inhabited since the Stone Age, Caldey has been the home of various orders of monks since Celtic times. Today it is owned and run by the Reformed Order of Cistercian monks who produce a variety of delightful, homegrown items such as ice cream, clotted cream, chocolate, shortbread and yoghurt, along with toiletries derived from the wild flowers that grow on the island.