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If any place is defined by its coastline, it's Pembrokeshire. For 186 miles the shore ducks and dives, wriggles and squiggles around the south-western tip of Wales. Soaring headlands give way to sheltered coves, big beaches end abruptly at sheer cliffs, placid estuaries flow into wild, west-facing seas. Another beauty of the Pembrokeshire coast is that it will always be protected, thanks to its status as Britain's only shore-based National Park.
Pembrokeshire is a fabulous place to explore or relax in at any time of the year. The beaches are great in summer but they're just as good in spring and autumn. Whenever you come or wherever you go in Pembrokeshire, one thing that doesn't change: The welcome is always warm and genuine.
A day in the life of Pembrokeshire... Swap the traffic jams for a beautiful beach. The crowded pavement for the coast path, the urban sprawl for the great outdoors. It's the perfect antidote for the stresses of modern life. And when the scenery is as good as Pembrokeshire's, you know you've got a winning combination. The coast is so beautiful; it's been a protected national park since 1952. Pembrokeshire Coast National Park is the only coastal park in Britain. Much of the coast line is owned and managed by the National Trust, ensuring that these stunning landscapes are protected.
Some of the best beaches in Britain can be found in Pembrokeshire. Barafundle Bay, once the private cove of Gentry family has recently been named as the most beautiful in Britain, by a top travel magazine the 'Good Holiday Guide'.
Here are the few highlighted spots of the pembrokeshire surrounding.
Oakwood Theme Park: Regarded as the premier theme park in Wales. The Oakwood experience offers excitement for adults and youngsters alike. If you're looking for somewhere to host a group outing... then look no further! At Oakwood they have got everything you need for a fun-packed day out.
Tenby: The best known resort in Wales. Tenby's picturesque harbour and sandy beaches are a natural draw to the family visitor. During the Summer period the town centre is closed off to traffic between 11am and 4pm thus allowing pedestrians to stroll uninterrupted, and offering the many cafes and bars the space to set out their tables and seating along the pavements. The town's vibrant night life is a magnet to young people who converge into the town centre from a wide area.
St Davids: Elizabeth 2nd granted St Davids city status because of its magnificent Cathedral. In reality it is an attractive village surrounded by a superb coastline and beautiful beaches. Well worth a visit just to view the excellent exhibition of art in the galleries.
Pembroke Castle: For castle lovers this is a must. A Norman castle whose structure has been expertly maintained since the time of William the Conquerer. Pembroke Town is famed as the birthplace of Henry Tudor. Its attractive location alongside the millpond with its many shops welcomes many visitors.
Caldey Island: A 20 minute boat ride from Tenby Harbour, Caldey is home to an Order of Cistercian Monks who have had links with the island since Celtic times. Visitors are welcome to the island during the summer period. Caldey has beautiful scenery, splendid beaches, and shops selling perfume and confectionery products made on the island.
Preselli Hills: This beautiful landscape within the Pembrokeshire National Park is ideal for rambling and trekking. Unlike other highland areas of Wales, it is never inundated with tourists. It is the ideal place to get away from the crowds. There are many spectacular ancient monuments and it is famed for providing the bluestone found at Stonehenge.
Arvi is associate author with Potterslade ( http://www.potterslade.co.uk), Pembrokeshire Wales an ideal location for holidays, self catering holidays, cottages, holiday cottages, short breaks, weekend breaks, activity holidays, adventure, wildlife, land and water activities.
