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We were delighted to sponsor the ‘Self Catering Accommodation of the Year category at the Carmarthenshire Tourism Awards ceremony. We had a fantastic evening at the Western Diplomat Hotel and Spa. Entertained by The Llanelli Male Choir and treated to a delicious 5-course meal.

The Pembrokeshire Coast Path twists and turns its way for 186 miles along the most stunning coastline in Britain. Stretching from St Dogmaels in the north to Amroth in the south. Walkers love the Pembrokeshire coast path for the dramatic scenery, breathtaking wildlife and the hidden gems they discover along the way. The views are not to be missed and they will definitely make those miles worth every step, so...

Patch Beach in Gwbert is a fantastic spot to walk your dog in West Wales. Patch is a sandy beach that sits in an estuary behind a bank of sand dunes and is the closest beach to the town of Cardigan. Cardigan is a fantastic dog friendly town with lovely dog friendly restaurants like Crwst. The stunning Patch Beach is dog-friendly all year round and there are always a few...

Book your stay in Cardigan Castle, Georgian Restoration of the Year! For a unique holiday, stay in one of the luxury heritage apartments on the grounds of this 900-year-old Welsh castle.  The Castle (Castell Aberteifi) stands on the border between Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire in West Wales. It is believed to be the first stone castle ever built by a Welshman and holds a unique place in Welsh culture as the...

Merlin’s Carmarthenshire, or Myrddin, the magician and foreteller of prophecies, has tales about him from across West Wales. Linking him with Arthurian legend and prominent sites in the landscape. There are a variety of sites to visit where you can explore his myths yourself! Gerald of Wales wrote about Merlin in the 12th century, who is thought to have been born in Carmarthen. Another written history is the Black Book...

Dydd Gŵyl Dewi hapus i bawb! That’s Welsh for Happy St David’s Day to all! To celebrate, we want to tell you the story of St David: a Welsh Legend from Pembrokeshire. Said to have been born around 520, St David is the patron saint of Wales.

It has definitely been a chilly February in West Wales so far, but Spring is coming. This means we have brighter days on the horizon, which has turned our thoughts to what we have to look forward to with Spring in West Wales (Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion). 

What’s West Wales like in February and what can you do there, we hear you ask? The sun still shines bright in West Wales in February and although it is much colder you can still have a magical holiday. Let us take you through some of our favourite things to do during the month of February in Pembrokeshire, Ceredigion and Carmarthenshire. 

West Wales has many interesting legends. From basking mermaids along the Ceredigion coast to the fascinating stories that surround the legend of Merlin. However, you may not know that Wales has its own equivalent of Valentine’s Day, which is celebrated on January 25. Let us take you through St Dwynwen, the patron saint of love in the lead-up to Dydd Santes Dwynwen (St Dwynwen’s Day).

Looking for a day out with a difference? Want to give your children an enjoyable experience by learning through play or experience? West Wales has a wide range of activities to ensure your children have a fun fact-filled day out in West Wales (Pembrokeshire, Ceredigion & Carmarthenshire). While holidays are all about having fun, you may wish for something more educational for your children. Whether providing some extra-curricular learning or...