All Weather Activities to do in West Wales

Tenby Museum and Art Gallery

Tenby Museum is the oldest independent museum in Wales, serving the community since 1878. Originally housed in the National School building, which was constructed in the 1830s and became vacant, the museum trustees seized the opportunity to acquire the building to showcase their collections.Over the years, Tenby Museum has evolved, offering numerous facilities and services, such as family history research, educational programs, events, talks, and workshops. The core mission of...

Carew Castle and Tidal Mill

Carew Castle changed from a fortress to a grand Elizabethan mansion on a flat site by the Carew River. The castle was begun after 1100 by Gerald of Windsor with a stone tower, unusual in these first castles. This remains amid later additions made for the de Carew family in the 1280s on the east side of the courtyard. The dramatic west side was built in the early fourteenth century,...

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Cwmcerrig Farmshop

At Cwmcerrig Farm Shop, the team are passionate about producing and sourcing good food. The shop gives an outlet for their Hereford Beef and Texel lambs, reared traditionally on a family-run farm. 80% of the products sold within the shop are sourced locally in Carmarthenshire. Onsite there is a popular cafe which serves Carvery 5 days a week, from Wednesday to Sunday, which includes a choice of home-cooked meats, freshly...

Diane Mathias Fine Art

Diane Mathias, a local artist, has an art studio and gallery situated in the beautiful Teifi Valley, in the centre of the village of Henllan, near Llandysul, Ceredigion. Diane paints atmospheric scenes around Ceredigion, Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire in oils and pastels. Her subjects include many of the most tranquil places that surround us, yet in our busy lives, we may pass by, unnoticed. Diane Mathias also exhibits in local galleries,...

Heatherton World of Activities

Heatherton Sports Country Park is open all year as an ‘All Weather Attraction’ with most activities under cover. Admission to the theme park is free and operates a credit pass system, pay-as-you-play or pre-booked packages. This provides unique, tailored days for families, individuals, groups, schools and organisations to create a bespoke enjoyable fun packed atmosphere for all ages.

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Clerkenhill Adventure Farm

Experience a warm and friendly welcome at Clerkenhill Adventure Farm, a working family farm in a picturesque valley in Pembrokeshire. Offering great value for a day out, the farm is a delightful destination. Embark on a safe and exciting adventure trail through enchanting woodland with intriguing swings, slides, and captivating sights. Beware of giants, bears, and mischievous spooks! You’ll even find a beach, but watch out for those sharks! Take...

The Lovespoon Workshop

The Lovespoon Workshop was opened in 1975 and is a family business providing an opportunity to learn about the Welsh lovespoon tradition. The woodcarver and his son use their skills to hand carve spoons in a variety of different woods. Talks and demonstrations are given providing an insight into a unique collection of traditional welsh spoons. A warm welcome is extended to all who wish to experience this Welsh tradition...

Dolaucothi Gold Mines

These gold mines were worked 2000 years ago by the Romans and mining resumed there in the 19th century and carried on through the 20th century. Their underground workings are now open to visitors to this National Trust property. There are guided tours, an exhibition about the history of gold mining and an opportunity to try gold panning and experience for yourself the frustration of searching for gold. There are...

Melin Tregwynt

Melin Tregwynt is a delightful white-washed wool mill to be found in a remote wooded valley on the Pembrokeshire coast. There has been a mill on this site since the 17th century when local farmers would bring their fleece to be spun into yarn and woven into fine wool blankets. Owned by the current family since 1912, it now employs around 25 people. Today traditional Welsh double cloth weaves are...

Penrallt Garden Centre and Nursery

Penrallt Garden Centre at Moylegrove, just west of Cardigan, grows and sells a vast range of plants and also stocks an extensive range of items to suit most gardening and landscaping needs. Situated right on the rugged North Pembrokeshire coastline, between Cardigan and Newport, the possibilities for coastal or woodland walks are endless, with stunning views in every direction. After a walk or browse through the extensive produce, why not...