Nicola's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Fantastic short climb to see the ruins of Dryslwyn Castle and terrific views of the Towy Valley towards the Carmarthen Fans and Carmarthen Town
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Dryslwyn Castle
B4297Fantastic short climb to see the ruins of Dryslwyn Castle and terrific views of the Towy Valley towards the Carmarthen Fans and Carmarthen Town
Short walk across a field from
the public car park. Fantastic views across the Towy Valley. If open the 1st floor is accessed by a spiral
staircase
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Paxton's Tower
Short walk across a field from
the public car park. Fantastic views across the Towy Valley. If open the 1st floor is accessed by a spiral
staircase
Beautiful walk up to the castle through a farm which boasts a cafe and small shop. This is a CADW site so free for members.
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Carreg Cennen Castle
Beautiful walk up to the castle through a farm which boasts a cafe and small shop. This is a CADW site so free for members.
Newton House, Dinefwr Park and Castle are National Trust so free for members. Visitors can become members when they visit should they wish. Please be aware the car park in the grounds is National Trust so again only free to members.
Newton House is of historical interest and there are the expected NT facilities; cafe, shop, toilets.
There are large grounds including a Deer Park to explore with Dinefwr Castle boasting glorious views towards Carmarthen, Towy Valley and the Black Mountains.
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Dinefwr
Newton House, Dinefwr Park and Castle are National Trust so free for members. Visitors can become members when they visit should they wish. Please be aware the car park in the grounds is National Trust so again only free to members.
Newton House is of historical interest and there are the expected NT facilities; cafe, shop, toilets.
There are large grounds including a Deer Park to explore with Dinefwr Castle boasting glorious views towards Carmarthen, Towy Valley and the Black Mountains.
Beautiful gardens to visit all year round.
Part of the house will hold occasional craft/ local art exhibitions.
Shop selling plants, a restaurant with great food and toilets are also on site.
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Aberglasney Gardens
Beautiful gardens to visit all year round.
Part of the house will hold occasional craft/ local art exhibitions.
Shop selling plants, a restaurant with great food and toilets are also on site.
Llyn y Fan Fach
Fantastic walks and stunning views
Home to Dylan Thomas and boasting it’s own castle with great views across the Taf estuary.
The tv series “Keeping Faith” was filmed here .
Pleasant walks and places to eat.
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Laugharne
Home to Dylan Thomas and boasting it’s own castle with great views across the Taf estuary.
The tv series “Keeping Faith” was filmed here .
Pleasant walks and places to eat.
The National Botanical Gardens of Wales boasts the world’s biggest single span glasshouse, home to one of the finest Mediterranean climate - zone plant collections in the world.
There is a newly opened restored 1.5km lake, waterfall cascade and 6 bridges with a 350 m long dam. as well a Bird of Prey Centre with flying displays everyday and a Tropical House with butterflies, to list a few of the attractions.
A fantastic day out for all ages with plenty to do and see.
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National Botanic Garden of Wales
The National Botanical Gardens of Wales boasts the world’s biggest single span glasshouse, home to one of the finest Mediterranean climate - zone plant collections in the world.
There is a newly opened restored 1.5km lake, waterfall cascade and 6 bridges with a 350 m long dam. as well a Bird of Prey Centre with flying displays everyday and a Tropical House with butterflies, to list a few of the attractions.
A fantastic day out for all ages with plenty to do and see.
Nearest beach to Neuadd Bach and has beautiful walks on the sands and the castle. Great views across the estuary to Ferryside.
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Llansteffan
Nearest beach to Neuadd Bach and has beautiful walks on the sands and the castle. Great views across the estuary to Ferryside.
Brechfa Forest
Great walks and bike trails
Pembrey Country Park with 7 miles of beach, horse riding, ski slope and small toboggan run, Millennium Coastal Path
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Pembrey Country Park & Beach
Pembrey Country Park with 7 miles of beach, horse riding, ski slope and small toboggan run, Millennium Coastal Path
Beautiful walk amongst the sunflowers in July and August. Can pick and buy your own too!!
Sunflower field
Beautiful walk amongst the sunflowers in July and August. Can pick and buy your own too!!
This is the UK’s only known Roman Gold Mine
Hidden in these wooded hillsides is evidence of Roman gold mining dating back over 2,000 years.
Pre booked guided tours with expert guides unveil the secrets of Roman mining and take you underground into the mine itself, ending with the chance to try the gold panning experience.
Mining on this site continued into the twentieth century, ending in 1938. Yours start from the 1930s mine yard where you’ll see buildings and mining machinery dating from that time.
Underground tours involve an active outdoor visit up steps and steep slopes. Appropriate outer wear and stout enclosed footwear is essential. Children must 1 meter in height.
You can also explore the Cothi Valley, following riverside walks, woodlands and expansive views across the Valley.
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Dolaucothi Gold Mines
This is the UK’s only known Roman Gold Mine
Hidden in these wooded hillsides is evidence of Roman gold mining dating back over 2,000 years.
Pre booked guided tours with expert guides unveil the secrets of Roman mining and take you underground into the mine itself, ending with the chance to try the gold panning experience.
Mining on this site continued into the twentieth century, ending in 1938. Yours start from the 1930s mine yard where you’ll see buildings and mining machinery dating from that time.
Underground tours involve an active outdoor visit up steps and steep slopes. Appropriate outer wear and stout enclosed footwear is essential. Children must 1 meter in height.
You can also explore the Cothi Valley, following riverside walks, woodlands and expansive views across the Valley.
Beautiful drive around the Elan Valley and Lynn Brianne Reservoir. Spectacular views accords the reservoir with car parks and picnic sites at view points along the way. In particular is Ffannog Car Park where Ffannog Farmhouse can be seen at very low waters. A controversial yet highly needed reservoir made in the 1960/1970 era.
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Llyn Brianne Dam and Reservoir
Unnamed RoadBeautiful drive around the Elan Valley and Lynn Brianne Reservoir. Spectacular views accords the reservoir with car parks and picnic sites at view points along the way. In particular is Ffannog Car Park where Ffannog Farmhouse can be seen at very low waters. A controversial yet highly needed reservoir made in the 1960/1970 era.
Food scene
A small bustling town with boutique shops, local art and craft shops. Exquisite jewellery shops and friendly cafes with great service, great food and selling local produce.
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Llandeilo
A small bustling town with boutique shops, local art and craft shops. Exquisite jewellery shops and friendly cafes with great service, great food and selling local produce.
The Plough Inn
Lovely food and good service
Cawdor
72 Rhosmaen StWell priced and delightful food with good service.
Railway Hotel
B4310Great food and great service.
Friendly atmosphere and suitable for all ages.
The Torbay Inn
27 Heol CennenNice pub with good food located in Ffairfach, Llandeilo. Parking and a beer garden.