A Pembrokeshire landmark and national park authority's activities and events team have been shortlisted for several awards.

The Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority attraction has been nominated for a number of awards at the 2024 Croeso Awards.

These awards are organised by Visit Pembrokeshire and recognise excellence across the region's tourism and hospitality sectors.

Carew Castle is a finalist in three categories: Best Attraction, Bro a Byd (Environmental and Sustainability), and Best Event.

The castle, which is operated by the national park authority, won the Best Attraction and Sustainable Tourism awards last year.

One of Carew Castle's standout events, FIRE! The Launch of the Giant Trebuchet, has been nominated for the Best Event award.

This event features the only working trebuchet in Wales and includes a talk by a historian.

The trebuchet then catapults unusual projectiles, including a cabbage, a swede, and a giant watermelon, towards the Millpond.

Carew Castle will compete in the Best Event category against other events organised by the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority's activities and events team.

These include the Wonders of the Night Sky event at Castell Henllys and the Biofluorescent Night Walk at Pengelli Woods.

The Wonders of the Night Sky event, which was part of Dark Sky Week Wales, combined stargazing and storytelling around a fire.

Storyteller Alice Courvoisier shared ancient myths about the stars.

The Biofluorescent Night Walk, led by Reveal Nature and Ranger Richard Vaughan, guided participants through Pengelli Woods using UV torches to show the fluorescent beauty of the woodland and its nocturnal creatures.

Both events were supported by the authority's Dark Sky Officer, Jamie Taylor.

The Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority's director of nature and tourism, James Parkin, said: "We are thrilled to be recognised for our efforts in delivering world-class visitor experiences that highlight the unique natural beauty and rich heritage of Pembrokeshire.

"Whether it’s the spectacle of a medieval trebuchet at Carew Castle or the wonders of our Dark Sky events, the National Park always offers something new and exciting for visitors of all ages.

"These nominations reflect our commitment to providing engaging, sustainable activities that make Pembrokeshire a truly exceptional destination all year round."

The 2024 Croeso Awards ceremony will take place on Wednesday, October 30, at Pembrokeshire College, where winners will be announced and Pembrokeshire’s top contributors to tourism and sustainability will be celebrated.

To find out more about events throughout the National Park over the coming months, visit the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority..