Tenby and Pembrokeshire

Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then on to the Imperial Hotel for four nights.

Today we start the day in St Dogmaels which hosts a local farmers market every Tuesday. The market is ‘local’ in its truest sense, in that the produce is all grown, reared or manufactured within a radius 30 miles of St Dogmaels. Local honey, cheese, wood crafts and pottery are just some of the items on the local stalls. You might also wish to visit the Abbey or enjoy a coffee at the coach house cafe.

We then head to Cardigan, one of Wales' most historic towns. Centered around its Norman castle, the town offers a pretty high street with vintage gift shops and cafes. There is also Cardigan Guildhall Indoor market crammed full with interesting shops.

In the afternoon we will visit the coastal town of Fishguard. Quaint cottages border the water and tiny boats gently sway in the harbour. You can also view the Last invasion Tapestry which tells the story of the last invasion of Britain in 1797 when Bonapartes troops landed outside the town.

Relax in coastal Tenby with a day at leisure. Steeped in history and surrounded by an imposing medieval stone wall, Tenby has seen many changes over time and has been a leisure destination for over 200 years.

Alternatively, join our optional excursion to Carmarthen, the oldest town in Wales. Sat on the banks of the River Tywi, over the centuries the river has shaped the town, providing defence, leisure opportunities and livelihoods.

Once enclosed by a fortified wall and home to some fine Georgian houses there is much to explore in pretty Pembroke.

Dating back over 900 years, and famous for its castle which is one of the most complete Norman castles in the UK, it was also the birthplace of Henry VII, founder of the Tudor dynasty. The central main street heads away from the castle gates and there is plenty to discover in the historic streets.

We also visit beautiful St. Davids, Britain’s smallest cathedral city. Its city status was bestowed in the 16th century when a town with a cathedral was considered a city by the English Crown. The policy was abolished in the 1800s, but Queen Elizabeth II granted city status once again in 1994 in recognition of the rich history and heritage.

St. Davids is home to a wide selection of historic attractions including the beautiful cathedral and the ruins of The Bishop’s Palace. The quaint streets are regularly dressed in bunting and are flanked by cute cages, boutiques and galleries.

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