Pembrokeshire

In Welsh Myths and Legends Pembrokeshire is known as ‘Gwlad hud a lledrith’ – The land of magic and enchantment. Pembrokeshire is a truly entrancing place, its coastline and sea will mesmerise and exhilarate you. The land is steeped in Celtic history, the remains of castles and burial chambers bearing witness to magical times and deeds. The people of Pembrokeshire have a diverse cultural history which makes them very welcoming to all who choose to visit this most beautiful corner of South West Wales.

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CLIMATE

Due to its location on the far south west tip of Wales, Pembrokeshire is bathed by the Gulf Stream. This gives the county a mild climate, and indeed Pembrokeshire can boast some of the sunniest spots in Britain. 5 Day Local Weather Report

LANGUAGE & CULTURE

In the north of the county Welsh is still widely spoken, whereas in the south English is the dominant language. This stems from Norman times, when after their successful invasion of the south of the county, the Normans built a line of castles to protect their conquest. This effectively divided north and south Pembrokeshire, and its effects are still evident today in the language and culture. This divide is known as the Landsker line, which takes its origin from a Norse word meaning ‘frontier’. Hence south Pembrokeshire is often referred to as the ‘Little England beyond Wales’

HISTORY

Wales is renowned as being ‘The land of Castles’, and Pembrokeshire has more than its’ fair share. Just a few miles from our holiday cottages lies Cilgerran castle in the north of the county. One of the most impressive castles is Pembroke castle in the south. This was the birth place of the Welshman Harri Tudur, who became Henry VII, the first of the Tudor monarchs: father to the infamous Henry VIII, and grandfather to Elizabeth I.

Pembrokeshire, together with Anglesey is particularly rich in megalithic sites. Of particular note is Pentre Ifan Cromlech, a burial chamber near Newport, which still has its great 16½ ft (5m) capstone in place.

Pembrokeshire is also home to the ‘city’ of St. Davids. Reputedly the birth place of St. David – the patron saint of Wales. St. Davids is situated in the middle of the spectacular peninsula, with the same name. Its impressive cathedral affords this small hamlet city status. More detail on Pembrokeshire Heritage & History

PEMBROKESHIRE NATIONAL PARK

Pembrokeshire has the only predominantly coastal national park in the Britain. However this park also encompasses some spectacular inland areas, these include - The Preseli Hills – the famous Bluestones from the Preseli Hills make up the inner circle of Stonehenge. The Gwaun Valley The Daugleddau estuary More detail on the Pembrokeshire National Park

THE PEMBROKESHIRE COASTLINE

Pembrokeshire’s coastline and beaches rank with some of the most spectacular in Europe. The Pembrokeshire National Park also encompasses its famous offshore islands. The north Pembrokeshire coast is regarded as more ruggedly beautiful, whereas south Pembrokeshire can offer more amusements & leisure attractions. The Coastline also acts as a spectacular backdrop to enjoy many of the Coastal Activities on offer in the area.

The nearest coastline, and the northern gateway to the Pembrokeshire National Park is situated just 5 miles from our Holiday Cottages.

PEMBROKESHIRE WILDLIFE

Pembrokeshire is a heavenly place for any wildlife enthusiast. It has a huge variety of flora and fauna. Pembrokeshire is particularly famous for its hedgerows, which make it a spectacular place to visit in spring. An immense diversity of wildlife can be observed inland, in the estuary, along the coast, in the clear waters around the Pembrokeshire coastline or inhabiting its surrounding islands. More detail on Pembrokeshire Wildlife

WELSH ARTS & CRAFTS

Pembrokeshire has an excellent selection of Art & Craft shops, including several working woollen mills.

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