Things to do nearby
Pendine
Pendine Beach is seven miles of glorious sands overlooking the Gower peninsular.
The Dog restrictions (May – September inc.) at Pendine Beach apply to the
section between the two slipways,which still gives dogs an ample playground.
2.5miles away.
Beautiful sunsets can be seen over Tenby from Pendine.
Great Place to take dogs for walk
Beautiful sunsets can be seen over Tenby from Pendine.
Laugharne
Laugharne is a small town set on the Tâf estuary on Carmarthen Bay. It is best known for being the home of Wales’ most famous English-language poet, Dylan Thomas and for its Norman Castle
2.5miles away.
Ginst Point
Ginst Point is situated at the far eastern end of Pendine Sands near the Taf estuary. The beach is fine sand and millions of shells (mostly bivalves), backed by low dunes and the MoD firing range.Due to this, access is limited but the usual closure times are between 08.00 and 16.00 weekdays and
some weekends.
Laugharne Castle is sited on the Taf estuary. There has been a Norman castle here since at least the early 12th century, but the remains left today can olny be traced to the 13th centry.
Along the front of Laugharne castle is a paved footpath that allows you to overlook the beautiful estary, see a variety of wildlife and leads to the boat house via three routes from footpath.
Laugharne Castle is sited on the Taf estuary. There has been a Norman castle here since at least the early 12th century, but the remains left today can olny be traced to the 13th centry.
Morfa Bychan
Morfa Bychan is a small beach situated between Pendine and Marros Sands. The shore is mostly sand backed by a large pebble bank in a steep-sided limestone valley.
Dogs are allowed all year.
Marros Sands
Marros Sands is a 2 mile long stretch of beach that is mostly sand, backed by a strom bank of pebbles. This beach is somewhat off the beaten track and largely untouched. Its a great place to enjoy some solitude and take a bracing walk.
Dogs are allowed all year.
There are four ways to get here: 1. Walk from Pendine along the shore at low tide. 2. Take the coastal path from Pendine which involves a long steep ascent and descent. 3. From Pendine drive to the top of the hill and park near the junction with the Amroth road. Take the bridleway (track) on the west side of the road about 60 yards south of the bus shelter. This leads downhill through a wooded valley. Keep to the left of the stream all the way.
Shipwreck visible at low tide. There are some concrete relics of WW2 rehearsals here.
Lots of rock pools and wildlife.
There are four ways to get here: 1. Walk from Pendine along the shore at low tide. 2. Take the coastal path from Pendine which involves a long steep ascent and descent. 3. From Pendine drive to the top of the hill and park near the junction with the Amroth road. Take the bridleway (track) on the west side of the road about 60 yards south of the bus shelter. This leads downhill through a wooded valley. Keep to the left of the stream all the way.
Some parking is available at Marros village by St Lawrence's church, and access is along a public footpath (track) which runs from here to the coastal path, thence continuing down to the shore. The horizontal distance is about a mile, and the church is 448 feet above sea level. Its a Very steep and long walk back!
t low tide the patchy remains of a submerged forest can be seen, and the wreck of a schooner (the Rover) which went aground in 1886 (Grid Ref : SN198074).
Some parking is available at Marros village by St Lawrence's church, and access is along a public footpath (track) which runs from here to the coastal path, thence continuing down to the shore. The horizontal distance is about a mile, and the church is 448 feet above sea level. Its a Very steep and long walk back!
Tenby
Tenby is a delightful little harbour town and seaside resort, and it would be difficult to find a setting more picturesque. Whether you’re looking to entertain the kids, make the most of the beautiful national park coastline or just relax, there’s something for everyone.
It is a town steeped in ancient history surrounded by an imposing medieval stone wall.
Harbour Beach is the safest for kids or use the easy access slipway to get down to Castle Beach. There's also Goscar Rock over on North Beach and if you're looking for somewhere to run around check out South Beach, the most spacious of Tenby's beaches.
Image of South beach and Caldy Island in background. Caldey Island: Just 20 minutes away by boat, the holy island of Caldey Island is an oasis of calm where you can watch seabirds or relax on a tiny beach. Owned and run by a community of Cistercian monks, it’s open to the public on summer weekdays and Saturdays.
It is a town steeped in ancient history surrounded by an imposing medieval stone wall.
Manor Wildlife Park
Manor House Wildlife Park is a 52-acre zoo located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, just north of the village of St Florence and 10mins away from Tenby.
There is full wheelchair access but some paths are a bit steep.
It’s all about getting as close to nature as possible. You’ll see plenty of furry creatures - from critically endangered Sumatran tigers to giant fluffy rabbits.
The exotic domestics at the walk-through African Village! There you’ll get to say “Hi” to friendly pygmy goats, tortoises and more.
It’s all about getting as close to nature as possible. You’ll see plenty of furry creatures - from critically endangered Sumatran tigers to giant fluffy rabbits.
Preseli Mountains
The Preseli Mountains, or Preseli Hills, rise out of the landscape to 536m in the northern half of Pembrokeshire and are in complete contrast to the relative lowlands of the south.ideal location for some great walking away from the coastline. For the best views in Pembrokeshire, pull on your sturdy shoes.
It takes about 1 hour from Brook House Holidays to get to the Preseli Hills but is well wroth drive for the breath taking views.
For a longer stroll right across the spine of the Preseli Hills try The Golden Road. At 8 miles, this ancient track follows a route that is said to date back to the Neolithic period, 5,000 years ago and the main route for travellers in prehistory to and from Ireland.
The Foel Eryr view point is easy to park near but a steep walk up and is where the 360-degree panorama leads the eye across the sea to Ireland and Snowdonia, if it’s a clear day.
It takes about 1 hour from Brook House Holidays to get to the Preseli Hills but is well wroth drive for the breath taking views.
National Botanic Garden of Wales
National Botanic Garden of Wales has an inspiring range of themed gardens, the world’s largest single-span glasshouse, the British Bird of Prey Centre, a tropical Butterfly House, play areas and a national nature reserve, all set in a Regency landscape which provides the stage for a packed programme of events and courses throughout the year.