Pembrokeshire

Llys-y-Fran Country park provides opportunities for fishing, a circular walk and an off road cycle route (7.5 miles), against the backdrop of mature woodlands and open grassland that surround the reservoir.  The reservoir itself is a 212 acre man-made lake, which supplies most of Pembrokeshire’s drinking water. It is the largest game fishery in South West Wales with mixed rainbow and wild brown trout. Both National and International fishing competitions have been held at Llys-y-Fran lake.

The Blue Lagoon at Abereiddi is another notable attraction. It is reached via a pathway past ruined quarry buildings and slate workers' cottages. The path is good enough for wheelchairs and pushchairs. The Blue Lagoon is also a magnet for those involved in coasteering, whilst the beach is perfect for other activities such as fishing and kayaking and seal watching in the autumn.A sand and shingle bay in an outstanding coastal setting famous for its Blue Lagoon, a flooded slate quarry that is regarded as an important geological feature.

The deep waters off Pembrokeshire are a good place to see Cetaceans: Whales, Dolphins and Porpoises. Over a hundred Bottlenose Dolphins live, permanently, in Cardigan Bay, off the North Pembrokeshire coast, as do rather more harbour porpoises, their smaller cousins. During summer months, thousands of visiting dolphins can sometimes be seen, many with very young calves. Numerous Whales pass the tip of Pembrokeshire as they pass through the Irish Sea. Sightings of very large whales like Fin Whales are quite common as well as smaller species like Minke Whales. Porpoises can be sighted from the shore between Poppit and Strumble. Dolphins can be seen between Poppit and Fishguard. They sometimes come into Fishguard Harbour and Newport Bay. The marine division of the Wildlife Trust for West Wales, called Sea Trust carry out regular porpoise watches at the lookout at Strumble. They also carry out surveys onboard the Stena Ferry between Fishguard and Rosslare. Regular Whale and Dolphin watching trips can be taken from St Justinians Nr St Davids (Thousand Island Expeditions). View the latest sightings - Sea Trust and Whales in Wales. Ramsey Island (Welsh: Ynys Dewi) is an island about 1 km off the coast of the St David's. The island has spectacular sea bird cliffs, coastal scenery and heathland. Ramsey has the most important Grey Seal breeding colony in southern Britain, and is one of the best sites in Wales to see Choughs. Other breeding species include Ravens, Common Buzzards, Peregrines, Northern Wheatears, gulls, auks, Manx Shearwaters and Guillemots. A ferry service runs to Ramsey Island RSPB Nature Reserve and trips and guided tours can be booked.

Best of Wales offer holiday cottages in St Davids (holiday cottages in St Davids) . The city of St Davids is situated on the far south west coast of Wales. Granted city status by Queen Elizabeth II because of the presence of the cathedral St Davids is in reality a small beautiful village. Situated within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park St Davids is surrounded by spectacular coastal scenery renowned for its beauty and abundance of wildlife.Whitesands Bay, one of the many beautiful beaches in the area, carries the prestigious European Blue Flag Award. St Davids Cathedral has been the dominant presence since the 12th century and was a popular pilgrimage destination throughout the Middle Ages and indeed remains so to this day attracting thousands of visitors every year. Adjacent to the cathedral stand the magnificent ruins of the medieval Bishops Palace. The city of St Davids has a great deal to offer visitors including some fantastic restaurants (including Morgans   the only restaurant in Pembrokeshire to have been consistently recommended by both the  AA Restaurant Guide and the Good Food Guide for the last four years ), shops and pubs. Solva (holiday cottages in Solva), is known as the jewel of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, and is situated on the beautiful West Wales coast. An ideal location for walking, sailing or simply relaxing amongst the shops, galleries  (Raul Speek - Heather Bennett)  and restaurants set in beautiful scenery. It lies on a deep ravine at the mouth of the River Solva, consisting of a long street ending at the small harbour. St Davids , Pembrokeshire Wales is a beautiful and unique city surrounded by some of the finest coastline in Europe.

Tenby seaside resort is one of Wales’ most popular attractions and places of interest with thousands of visitors descending to the historical town all year round.The picturesque town itself is almost surrounded by award winning beaches and views over the Gower Peninsula and Carmarthen Bay to the east. To the south you have views over the popular Island of Caldey where the local monastery housing Cistercian Monks can be found. There are plenty of shopping opportunities within the town specialising in local produced items and plenty of attractions such as golf, boat trips and walks within the surrounding areas. Amroth (holiday cottages in Amroth) is a charming coastal village where time seems to have stood still. The beach is punctuated by a series of groynes that help protect the village from winter storms and rough seas. This beach and village mark the easterly end of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, which winds its way for 186 miles past all the coves, beaches and cliffs of the Pembrokeshire National Park,

“As a child the excitement building up to our holiday in Pembrokeshire was unbelievable. Knowing that we would soon be there crab lining from Solva harbour, swimming in the sea on Newgale beach or visiting attractions such as Oakwood park and Folly Farm, almost made the time stand still.   As we got older our activities changed to include Surfing on Whitesands and coasteering around Porthclais and Abereiddy. Of course there was plenty for the adults to do as well, from eating local seafood and delights at the local restaurants and pub to relaxing and wandering around St David’s Cathedral and the local second hand book shops. The Pembrokeshire coastal path was also a firm family favourite and we would happily spend all day walking from place to place, stopping off for lunch on the way at places like the Sloop Inn  in Porthgain, and the Royal George and the Ship Inn in Solva. These days I take my own family to the same magical area, and I still get excited at the prospect "

Phillip Roberts, Abercynon.

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