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Tenby - jewel in the crown
Tenby has a multi-faceted charm in its proud role as the jewel in the Pembrokeshire crown. Its appeal extends through every season and its attractions welcome every age group. Whether you seek peace and quiet, fun on the beaches or in the water, a slice
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St Davids - capital city of the north
The smallest city in Great Britain takes its name from the Patron Saint of Wales and is one of the most visited places in the county. The brightest gem is, of course, the magnificent Cathedral with the adjacent ruins of the Bishop's Palace and 13th
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Saundersfoot - the popular choice
With its compact shopping centre, ample seafront parking and easily accessible amenities, Saundersfoot remains one of the most popular seaside resorts in the south of the county. From the three main car parks, all facilities are within level walking
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Pembroke - ancient and modern
The town of Pembroke was built around its impressive Norman castle which still dominates the skyline today. The fortress, dating back to 1090 was the birthplace of Henry VII, founder of the Tudor dynasty and victor at the battle of Bosworth. Much of
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Neyland - Brunel's railway town
The history of the South Wales Railway is inseparable from that of Neyland, whose origins date back to April 1856 when the railway opened in the small town, which at that point had fewer than 200 inhabitants. Not surprisingly then, Isambard Kingdom
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Newport - Celtic stronghold
The attractive small town of Newport was once a Norman settlement in the heart of the Welshry. Its history dates back to prehistoric times as is evident in the stone tombs or cromlechs at Pentre Ifan. The castle, now converted to a private home, contrasts
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Narberth - legendary attractions
There's always something going on in Narberth, a busy, hospitable town with a strong sense of community. Standing in the heart of the Landsker Borderlands - the legendary line between the Welsh and English territories - Narberth is a great centre for
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Milford Haven - a wonder of the world
Milford Haven's waterway, is a drowned valley which Nelson described as the finest harbour in the world with the possible exception of Trincomalee. Milford Haven (or Aberdaugleddau in Welsh) the town, is a relatively new development, having been built
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Haverfordwest - at the heart of the county
At the heart of Pembrokeshire lies the welcoming and attractive county town of Haverfordwest. As well as being an ideal base for exploring the county, the former market town is also a charming place to visit in its own right. Overlooking Haverfordwest
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Fishguard - a mecca for invaders
Fishguard and neighbouring Goodwick are said to have derived their names from the Vikings, who were frequent visitors to this part of the coast. The sheltered harbour at Lower Town was a bustling little cargo port with a fishing industry which made it
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Blue haze
There is a new blue haze coming over the ocean to make landfall in Pembrokeshire - the first Tenby Blues Festival will take place over the weekend of November 10th-12th. Co-ordinated and promoted by Tenby Events in partnership with Tenby Chamber of
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Bristol street beats
Once in a while, a band comes along that doesn't just ignore the rule book, but rewrites it. Formed in the late 90s, Kosheen have proved success doesn't have to be on someone else's terms. Fusing the plaintive, potent vocals of Sian Evans with the
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Steindór deliver
Cegin Ceri 2, Theatr Mwldan, Cardigan, Wednesday, April 12th Steindr Andersen (pictured) was born in Iceland in 1954 and developed an early interest in the poetry of the 'rmur', an ancient chanted or intoned form of Icelandic song/poem. Together
