Castles & heritage in Pembrokeshire
Pembrokeshire’s landscape is peppered with everything from mysterious prehistoric tombs to medieval castles and Celtic religious shrines.
Pembroke Castle and Carew Castle are probably the finest castles in Pembrokeshire whilst Cilgerran Castle probably commands the most dramatic location perched high above the Teifi Gorge.
Llawhaden Castle was a fortified Bishop’s palace rather than a true castle with panoramic views from its battlements. Picton Castle is a cross between a medieval castle and a fortified manor house. Built in the 13th century by Sir John Wogan, it’s still occupied today by his descendants.
Manorbier Castle is a Norman baronial residence overlooking the beach. It was described by Gerald of Wales as ‘the pleasantest place in Wales’.
St Davids Bishops Palace was home to the Bishops of St Davids and was built as a private residence but later in the 13th century became a much grander building for stylish entertaining. Lamphey Bishop’s Palace was built as a retreat for those medieval bishops seeking solace from the everyday stresses of Church and State.
The Tudor Merchants House in Tenby has been restored by the National Trust and recreates the home of wealthy merchants trading from Tenby during the 1500’s.
Other must-visits include St Govans Chapel near Bosherston. A small 13th-century chapel built into the sea-cliff and accessible only by steps from the towering cliff above. Pentre Ifan is Wales’ most iconic prehistoric site. The Neolithic burial chamber topped by a massive capstone is made from the same stones as the inner circle of Stonehenge.
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Basalt & Dune
Basalt & Dune is a gift shop based in the centre of St Davids, Pembrokeshire run by mother and daughter creative duo Nicola and Gaby. In store you’ll find local original art and ceramics, Welsh textiles, conscious gifts, jewellery, skincare, cards and stationery.
Handmade in Wales
Celtic Timber
Celtic Timber provides the highest quality timber products including: – Oak beams and oak shelves – Whole wine and whisky barrels – Barrel Planters – Larch/Cedar Fencing and Cladding products – Railway Sleepers – Firewood (delivered nationally) and much more We have been operating since 2007.
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Oriel y Parc Gallery and Visitor Centre
Oriel y Parc Visitor Centre and Gallery is located in St Davids, Britain’s smallest city, and is in the UK’s only truly coastal National Park.
Picton Castle Gardens
Pembrokeshire’s hidden gem! A 13th century castle surrounded by 60 acres of enchanting RHS partner gardens, The Welsh Owl Garden & Zoo and Maria’s courtyard restaurant.
Ferry House Inn Restaurant
Watch the yachts and the waves roll by and enjoy fresh fish and real ales at our riverside village inn, alongside Pembrokeshire’s beautiful coastal path.
Pembroke Castle
An enormous oval castle, mostly surrounded by a serene mill pond. Extensively restored in Victorian times, it’s dominated by the complex gatehouse on the outside and the huge circular keep.
Llys-y-frân
Located at the foothill of the Preseli Mountains, Llys-y-frân occupies an impressive 350 acres of woodland and grassland, with a stunning lake at its centre. Opened in summer 2021, the brand new Visitor Centre and Activity Centre offer superb facilities and visitor experiences. Open all year round, there’s a whole range of activities on land[...]
Llys-y-frân Christmas Fair 2024
Llys-y-frân will once again transform the visitor centre into a festive hive of Christmas delights! There’ll be over 25 stalls selling a variety of homemade items that will make perfect Christmas presents – authentic, artisan and handmade crafts, gifts, candles, jewellery, clothing, home décor, food and drink, Christmas decorations. Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th December[...]
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Dr Beynon's Bug Farm
Welcome to The Bug Farm – an innovative and unique research and visitor centre, farm and nature reserve. With a Tropical Bug Zoo, Bug Museum, British Bug House, Insect Farming Exhibition, Farm Trails and a Walled Garden, there is something for everyone.
Great for Nature Lovers
Dennis Cafe
The Dennis Café is a small family run business, located just above the beautiful castle beach in Tenby.
Pembrokeshire Alpaca Trekking
Pembrokeshire Alpaca trekking offers the opportunity for you to meet the Alpacas, walk approximately one mile with them with a halter, feed them in their natural habitat and interact with them.
The Stackpole Inn
The Stackpole Inn’s chefs are devoted to creating superb dishes using the best of local ingredients, for the lunchtime snacks menu, the evening á la carte menu or the ever-changing special’s board.