Author Archives: Jane

Seashells not on the Seashore

This was the most impressive collection of seashells – yet not on the seashore!   Through the gate we walked into the woods and after following the meandering path the small, rustic Shell House emerged in a glade in front … Continue reading

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A Woodland Walk to the Beach

Colby Woodland Garden, South Pembrokeshire, is an 8 acre, National Trust garden set in a secluded valley with lots of lovely walks through meadows and woodland, leading down to the sandy beach at Amroth. Apart from the gallery and shop, … Continue reading

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The Laugharne Weekend, 13-15 April 2012

The Laugharne Weekend is an annual festival of literature, music and the arts, held in West Wales this coming weekend 13-15 April 2012. Laugharne, home of Dylan Thomas, will be buzzing with visitors, authors, musicians and comedians over the weekend, … Continue reading

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5 Family Fun Events for Easter

West Wales has some special treats over the coming Easter weekend ranging from the traditional to the unusual! The choice starts with an opportunity to experience the wonders of the universe for yourself by coming along to the Star Gazing … Continue reading

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Leisure & Lunch at Llanelli

We decided to explore Llanelli on a brilliantly sunny spring day.  Carmarthenshire is much overlooked – generally people head for Pembrokeshire, beautiful as it undoubtedly is, yet Carmarthenshire also has a huge amount to offer the visitor.  There are spectacular … Continue reading

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The past comes to life…

The picturesque, bustling market town of Newcastle Emlyn is holding a special Community Event over the Palm Sunday weekend, 30 March – 1 April.  Newcastle Emlyn is situated in a most beautiful location on the banks of the River Teifi, … Continue reading

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Circular Walk, Scones and Tea …

If you would like a spectacular yet not too strenuous circular walk of about 1½ hours, then follow our path from the centre of the pretty village of Moylegrove, a collection of traditional painted cottages and chapels.  Moylegrove is set … Continue reading

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3 Treats For Mothers’ Day

The days are getting longer and it’s just wonderful to be outside enjoying the spring flowers after those long winter months – an ideal opportunity to take Mum to one of our top 3 days out this Mothering Sunday, on … Continue reading

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Bringing the past into the Present…

Last week I visited the lovely Pembrokeshire town of Narberth, not only to browse around the delightful shops and to lunch with friends, but to see the progress being made on the restoration of Narberth Museum. For the last 8 … Continue reading

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Exotic Plants, Haunting Harp…

We’d love to hear what you did on St David’s Day on 1 March! We spent the day at The National Botanic Garden and celebrated  by listening to the most beautiful harp playing by Shelley Fairplay before walking up to … Continue reading

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