Local Attractions

Dylan Thomas was one of the greatest writers from Wales; he was born in Swansea but his family roots were in Carmarthenshire and it was this county that provided him with a constant source of inspiration.


He lived at the Boathouse for the last four years of his life during which time many major pieces of work were written - including Under Milk Wood. The Boathouse, where Dylan and Caitlin lived with their children is now a heritage centre. The house now contains audio visual presentations, original furnishings and memorabilia, a themed bookshop, tea room, viewing platform and terrace.

PENDINE BEACH
On 25th September 1924 the world land Speed record was broken by Malcolm Campbell in the V12 Sunbeam Bluebird at an average speed of 146.163 mph. Pendine sands is known around the world for its land speed records and it has one of the longest stretches of beach in the UK. It is actually seven miles in length. Malcolm Campbell was to break the record on three separate ocassions at Pendine sands.

Unfortunately, in 1927 J.G. Parry Thomas was killed trying to beat Campbell's new record of 175 m.p.h. The vehicle in which he made this attempt was excavated and fully restored in 1969 which can now be seen at Pendine Museum

AMROTH BEACH
Amroth is situated just seven miles from Tenby and four miles from Saundersfoot. It is a small coastal village set within some breathtaking countryside and outstanding coastline.
Amroth has a long sandy beach which is popular with families and those who just want to get away from built up locations and crowds.

THE STUNNING RESORT OF TENBY
T enby is one of Britain's most attractive holiday resorts. Surrounded by a 13th century wall. The narrow cobbled streets with a variety of good restaurants, shops, pubs, the picturesque harbour with its fishing trips, and the nearby Caldey Island.
Tenby is without doubt one of the most popular resorts in Wales. Its name in Welsh, Dynbych-y-pysgod, means 'The little fort of the fishes'. The South and North beach provide excellent bathing from beautiful sandy beaches and watersports are popular here.

 
The Tenby Museum and Gallery overlooks Castle Beach. Caldey Island is certainly worth a visit. Advertised as an island of peace and tranquillity, with unspoiled beauty, it is just three miles away from Tenby and regular daily boat trips. The monastery supports a community of around 20 monks. The island has good sandy beaches, walks, some shops selling the island produce.





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