Out and About in Pembrokeshire
Manorbier
Manorbier Castle is well worth a visit. It was the birthplace of the 12th century scholar “Giraldus Cambrensis” or Gerald of Wales a scholar, churchman, reformer and advisor to English Kings. He described Manorbier as ” …the pleasantest spot in Wales”.
Explore the Norman Church and Neolithic Burial Chamber overlooking Manorbier Bay.
Walking in Pembrokeshire
Over the last few years the 186-mile Pembrokeshire Coast Path has won many awards and forms part of the All Wales Coast Path. National Geographic voted the Pembrokeshire Coastal National Park as number 2 in the world.
Walkers have the opportunity to enjoy the landscape, geology, wildlife and the flowers.
There are plenty of circular walks close by, notably Stackpole Estate and Bosherston Lily Ponds where you can visit Barafundle and Broad Haven beaches.
The Conservation Islands
There are summer breeding migrants on Skomer and Skomer Nature Reserve Islands which include Puffins, Auks and different variety of gulls. They are also famous for one of the largest colonies in the UK of Manx Shearwaters.
You can take offshore boat trips to Grassholm famous for its gannets, Skomer Island and dolphin watching from St.Davids. There are several boat companies that have organized excursions including https://thousandislands.co.uk/ and Ramsey Island Wildife Boat Trips.
Activities in Pembrokeshire
There are plenty of Blue Flag beaches, cycling trails, climbing, sea kayaking, sailing, surfing, and Coasteering
For further information about Pembrokeshire and what it has to offer the visitors Explore Pembrokeshire.
Pembrokeshire Heritage
Carew Castle and Pembroke Castle is close to Manorbier. Pembroke castle is the birthplace of Henry VII and the Tudor dynasty.
St. David’s is the UK’s smallest city with its magnificent Cathedral and Bishops Palace.
Tenby has won many awards for its harbour and blue flag beaches. You can explore the Tudor Merchants House and the museum Caldey Island with its community of Cistercian Monks can be reached by a short boat ride from Tenby.
