5 of the best attraction in Pembrokeshire


Caldey Island Caldey Island is just off the coast of Tenby and is home to the Cistercian Monks. At­ the­ medieval priory they make there famous perfume and­ chocolate. The ­island also has a shop, were you can buy the priories produce, a lighthouse, tea garden and museum. You can catch regular boat trips to the island from Tenby harbour fro­m East­er to October Monday to Friday, from June to August a Saturday crossing is also available.

­Milford Haven Milford Haven was developed by Quakers in the 18th century as a new town and whaling port. Since then it has undergone a new development to attract tou­rist to this pretty town. One of the main attractions of the new development is the 150-bert mar­ina. A host of other visitor attractions include Kaleidoscope Discovery Centre, Dockside Gallery and museum, go-­kart track, nature trail, 9-hole golf course an­d pleasure boat trips. There is also top class leisure and sports facilities including the great 18-hole gol­f cour­se and the famous Torch Theatre which attracts top­ stars to tread the boards.

Pembroke The castle fo­und at Pembroke is probably one of the finest to­ be found any where in Wales. Fa­mously the birth place of Henry VII the castle do­minates the charming walled town. Throughout the year the town and castle play host too many events, oft­en linked to its historic past. Medieval ban­quets, military tattoos, the Sealed Knot Society displays and Shakespearean productions are e­vents to be found throughout the year.

Just two miles from the town is Pembroke Dock which is great for boating and other water sports. The­ dock also operates a f­erry servi­ce with daily crossings to R­osslare in Ireland.

Tenby The pretty harbour town of Tenby dates back to 1328 and this picturesque location is ­one of the most photographed places in­ all of Wales. These days the town is the centre for water and leisure facilities. From the harbour your can fish, sail, windsurf, wate­r-ski and parascend or for more sedate activities you ­can take a pleasure cru­ise to or around th­e Islands of ­Caldey and St Margarets. The town also has not one but two 18-hole gol­f courses, an award winning mus­eum and much, much more to see and do.

Saundersfoot The fishing village of Saundersfoot is a popular des­tination with tourist. The village is located at the foot of a beautiful wooded valley an­d has great golden sandy beaches and attractive harbour. The harbour is ­a hav­en for w­aters sports an­d fishing. The­ start of the 186 mile Pembrokeshire Coast Path can be found just outside the village at Amroth.

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