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Whitesands Bay — Welsh: Porth-mawr

Strumble Head Lighthouse was erected in 1908. It’s purpose was to improve the safety of sea traffic and warn ships about the rocky Pembrokeshire coast line and strong currents that had previously claimed at least 60 ships in the 19th century alone. It was also used as a navigational aid. Although Ynys Meicl is connected [...]

The shell of the castle dominates the small riverside town, which huddles around its base. Although it’s impressive from the riverside, very little remains other than the outside wall. It’s probably more interesting as an example of how castles can withstand repeated attempts to destroy them! History It is first mentioned by Giraldus Cambrensis (See [...]

The precise origin of Carew Mill is uncertain. It is possible that a mill worked by a mill leat running from the Carew River pre-dated the building of the causeway. Documentary evidence indicates a mill of some kind in existence as early as 1542. Records show that in 1558 John Bartlett leased the mill for [...]

The magnificent Carew Castle has a history spanning 2000 years. Set in a stunning location, overlooking a 23 acre millpond, the castle displays the development from a Norman fortification to an Elizabethan country house. The site incorporates an impressive 11th century Celtic Cross, the only restored Tidal Mill in Wales, a medieval bridge and a [...]

Pembroke Caste Idyllically set on the banks of the river estuary, this mighty fortress is largely intact, and its endless passages, tunnels and stairways are great fun to explore, plus there are super exhibitions, which tell the tale of its medieval life. Once the seat of a succession of major barons who played leading roles [...]

Begun in 1181 on the site reputed to be where St David founded a monastic settlement in the 6th Century. The present building was altered during the 12th to the 14th centuries and again in the 16th. Starting in 2004 the medieaval cloisters are being recreated to provide a treasury, education centre and toilets. There [...]

Dedicated to the exploration of landscape, this stunning new gallery, visitor and education centre in St Davids is set within a truly inspirational example – the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. See for yourself by clicking on the video below and be taken around Oriel y Parc. The visitor and education centre will help you discover the [...]