Tenby harbour is a small fishing
harbour and the central heart of Tenby.
The sea has encountered an important
role in the history of tenby town, as
the stone quay was built to protect the
ships from the gales during the middle
ages, where there were a lot of coastal
trades imported.
The harbour carries a lot of heritage,it
was also the first harbour to import citrus
fruits into wales.
A short boat trip from Tenby Harbour
takes you to the secluded,beautiful and
fascinating island of Caldey.
Caldey has been inhabited since the
stone age and home to various orders
of monks since celtic times, it is now
home to monks of the Cistercian
order.The Monastery overlooks
the island green,with picnic areas,
tearooms, Museum and a gift shop,
where there are Perfumes, chocolate
and shortbread for sale, all are handmade on the island by the Cistercian Monks.It is well worth a short walk up the lane to chapel point to the lighthousewhere you can view the many seals that visit the island bays.The panoramic views of the Pembrokeshire Coast, the Gower Penninsula and Lundy island all are breathtaking.The cliff path continues around the island to Redberry Bay and back through the farmyard to the old Priory,where there is also a lovely woodland walk, or maybe you would prefere to relax on one of the secluded beaches around Priory Bay.
If you are less able or prefere not to visit the island there is a Caldey Island shop in Tenby town, where a selection of gifts and handmade items from Caldey Island may be purchased, so there,s plenty of souvenirs for you to take back home with you.
tenby harbour sailing boats.
Tenby sailing club is situated in a three-storey building at the walled-off section of the harbour called “the Sluice”.
It is thought the sluice wall was built in the 17th century,the construction of the Arched walkway across the Southeast side of the harbour was built in 1813.
Tenby Sailing Club Regatta.
Around the Harbour walls throughout the summer there are many fun events. Tenby Firemans Carnival, Tenby Folk Festival, Tenby Round Table Summer Spectacular and not to mention Tenby Arts Festival and Tenby Blues Festival.
All these are Great days out, entertainment for all the family and for all ages.
Opposite the Harbour your leading onto North Beach to view Goskar Rock which stands prominent. Lovely views and picturesque scenery.
Dylan Thomas Boathouse-Laugharne-Carmathenshire.
One of Wales,s Greatest writers, born in
Swansea 1914, known for his love of
Poetry,Poems, short stories, Novels and
Fiction.First moved to Laugharne 1937,
living in a Fisherman,s Cottage before
moving to “Sea View” and finally returning
to live in the Boat House at Laugharne in
1949. Major pieces of his work were
written there in his famous shed where
the views and area inspired him to write
“Under Milk Wood” and
“Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night”.
The Boathouse now contains Original
furnishings and Memorabilia, Tea Room,
Terrace,viewing platform and a Bookshop.
He lived there with his wife,Caitlin and children,Colm,Aeronwy and Llewelyn.He died in 1953.
Very picturesque area with a large carpark nearby.
Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night
Do not go gentle into that good night,
Old age should burn and rave at close of day;
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.
And you, my father, there on the sad height,
Curse, bless, me now with your fierce tears, I pray.
Do not go gentle into that good night.
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.
St Govan,s Chapel-Pembrokeshire.
St Govan,s Chapel is nestled amongst
the rocks, very picturesque and is close
to a car park.
It has a flight of steps to go down, not for the weak hearted going back up!!!
It is said the number of steps counted are never the same as going down as going back up!!!
The Chapel is dedicated to St Govan, an Irish Abbot of the Sixth Century.
According to Legend he escaped from Pirates by landing here and hiding in a crack in the rocks which miraculously opened to conceal him.
The views along the coast are sensational.
Barafundle Bay Beach-Pembrokeshire.
Barafundle Bay Beach is voted the
most Beautiful Beach in Wales.
With clear water, golden sand,
surrounded by sand dunes and
wooded cliffs. Also good fishing
spots and within walking distance
of Stackpole Quay which has one
of the smallest harbours and is
part of the National Trusts Stackpole
Estate.
There is a car park which belongs to
the pembrokeshire coast national park.
Carew Castle-Pembrokeshire.
Carew Castle, managed by
Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.
Set in a stunning location overlooking a 23 acre Millpond.
It is the only restored Tidal Mill in Wales.
A picturesque spot for a picnic area and
has a mile round walk, where dogs are
welcome on leads. Well worth a visit.
Tenby
Tenby has so much to offer and
is central to everything you can
imagine for a Fantastic Family
holiday, it caters for all ages and
there are four beaches to choose
from and that,s just within Tenby.
Laugharne Castle-Carmarthen.
Laugharne Castle re-opened in july
1996 after extensive restoration, a
picturesque Taf Estuary and offering
much more than Dylan Thomas known
for his Famous Poems,Tea room and
Boathouse.
A mixture of Georgian houses , Quaint
shops, pubs and restaurants, It is an
Inspiration for all Artists.
There is a sandy beach nearby called
Pendine beach which is seven miles long.
Bosherston Lily Ponds-Bottoms Up.
Taken at Bosherston Lily Ponds.
What does the photo say to you!!
make your own mind up, Cheeky
Swans.
