Castles
Carew Castle and Tidal Mill
This lovely spot has a Norman castle with Elizabethan conversion, an 11th Century Celtic Cross, a restored tidal mill, a 23 acre millpond, a causeway and picnic area. (01646 651 782) – Carew, Tenby, SA70 8SL
Pembroke Castle
This large impressive Norman castle with well preserved walls and towers was the birthplace of King Henry VII. It was besieged by Cromwell in the Civil War and only fell after 7 weeks when the water supply was cut off. Excellent views from the top of the Keep. The large lawn in the centre of the castle is often used for displays and performances. Includes tableaux, a brass rubbing centre, an underground cave and a snack bar. (01646 684 585) – Pembroke, SA71 4LA
Manorbier Castle
A Norman castle in a splendid setting overlooking a beach. It was the birthplace of Gerald of Wales who described Manorbier in his chronicles as ‘the pleasantest spot in Wales’. The castle includes large size wax figures, atmospheric music, beautiful gardens and a tea room, (01834 871394) – Manorbier, Tenby, SA70 7SY
Tenby Town Walls
Tenby has impressive medieval town walls and a 15th Century Tudor Merchant's House (National Trust). In Georgian and Victorian eras it became a renowned health resort.
Religious Heritage
Missionaries used to stop in Pembrokeshire on their journey between Ireland and Rome. St Davids shrine became a place of pilgrimage with two visits to St David's worth one visit to Rome. Visit the tiny city of St Davids (Britian's smallest city) where you can see St David's Cathedral and the ruins of the Bishop's Palace. In the south of the county is Lamphey Bishop's Palace which was a retreat for the Medieval Bishops of St Davids.
Lamphey Bishop’s Palace
A magnificent medieval palace where the bishops of St David’s would go for a country break. You can wander among the ruins and have a picnic in the palace grounds while you soak up the tranquil atmosphere. (01646 672 224)– Lamphey, Pembroke, SA71 5NT
St David’s Cathedral
A place of Christian pilgrimage, St David’s Cathedral was built in a hollow around the year 1200 on the site of a 6th century monastery founded by St David, the patron saint of Wales. (01437 720202) – The Close, St Davids, SA62 6RH
St Govan’s Chapel
Steep stone steps lead down to this tiny chapel nestled in the rocks. It dates from the thirteenth century and was built on the site of the cell of a sixth century Celtic monk. – St Govan’s Head, Nr Bosherston, SA71 5
Prehistoric Heritage
There is a stone circle in North Pembrokeshire and standing stones. There are also fine examples of Neolithic burial chambers such as King's Quoit shown in this photograph. It is perched on the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path above Manorbier Bay in South Pembrokeshire.