The beautiful woods, valleys and shores of West Wales are carpeted in Bluebells at this time of year. Here are some great places to walk and see this year’s magical displays. Visit The National Trust Stackpole Estate in Pembrokeshire for a lovely Bluebell and Spring Wildflower walk of 2 miles (about 1 hour) Skomer…
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Changeable Weather – Penbryn Walk
We had the pleasure of venturing down to Penbryn beach on a week day, celebrating another birthday at yet another beautiful beach. The day started with amazing dark, snow filled clouds and there were icicles forming interesting patterns on the cliff side. As we explored the beach the sunshine began…
Woollen Mills Working and Weaving in West Wales
For several hundred years the Teifi Valley was thriving with dozens of mills along the River Teifi and its tributaries; in 1900 there were 26 woollen mills in Pembrokeshire; this area of Wales was the centre of woollen production. Up in the hills in Tregaron, in 1851, there were 176 hosiers, 63 tailors, 15 woollen…
Lake Vyrnwy: a scenic circular walk or bike ride in all seasons
Yesterday we took advantage of a beautifully crisp January morning to cycle around Lake Vyrnwy in Powys. It was misty when we started off but soon the sun shone through and the stunning blue sky was reflected in the still waters of the lake. What a lovely peaceful place this is in winter. Lake Vyrnwy…
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 of us. What a beautiful little gem this is. Made of local stone and quartz,…
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 the 18th March, here in West Wales! Pampering at Picton A real treat is in…
A Special Christmas Eve Church Service in West Wales
The beautiful and remote little church of pilgrimage, the church of the Holy Cross (Eglwys y Grog in Welsh) dates from the 14th century, although a church has stood on the site since the 6th century. Services are very few and far between and the chance to attend the Christmas Eve service is a really…
Our secret beaches
I am lucky enough to live one mile from Penbryn beach on the West Wales coast of Cardigan Bay. When I first moved here some years ago it was an irresistible attraction. I swam almost every day in the summer, sometimes from a deserted beach and sometimes watched by an early morning dog walker or…
Cwmystwyth is a must see place!
The valley of Cwmystwyth is a must see for anyone visiting mid Wales. The mountain road from Rhayader to Aberystwyth winds through the valley carved by the River Ystwyth and its solitude and beauty is a joy for anybody who loves wild places. Silver, lead and zinc were mined here from at least Roman times…