Blogs from Pembrokeshire, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe - page 3

Saturday 15 July 2023, Day one on the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path. All trails app. 7.6 miles 1200 feet elevation gain. 4.5 hours walking. Garmin forerunner 25 watch: 7.75 miles, 975 elevation gain, 4 hours and 27 minutes walking. With a forecast of wet and windy weather but scattered sunshine at the front door we set out for Amroth and the sign starting our walk. We waited for Tenby Taxi which picked up a lady from Denmark who is staying next door and the five of us. It was about a 20 minute ride so we got started about 10 am. There are clouds but no rain. The view to the south shows the ocean and beaches. After ten minutes of walking Gary is warm so takes off his raincoat saying, "This will certainly start the rain." ... read more

After a lovely breakfast at our B&B, we got back on the road and headed out of Bath. We went straight to Cardiff Wales and spent a hour or two wandering around Cardiff Castle and the city of Cardiff. One thing we will say for Wales is that the roads are much easier to navigate. Add Don’s growing confidence with the car and it wasn’t nearly as stressful a day. We only hit something once. We do have insurance. We’re feeling a bit ignorant about the history of Wales which was particularly evident when a large parade of protesters came by - they were seeking independence from the United Kingdom. From Cardiff, we headed along the southern coast of wales. We saw a lot of sheep. We took a short detour to see Castle Ogmore - ... read more

WED, 27 JUL 2022 – “Day 3: Leaving Aberystwyth, you travel around the coast of Cardigan Bay through the quaint town of Aberaeron, and to New Quay. A sumptuous sandy harbour, whitewashed houses, and connections to Dylan thomas: this town is one of the most picturesque and interesting little towns in Britain. What’s more, is from the breakwater wall you may be lucky enough to spot dolphins and whales. The tour continues inland to Carreg Cennen Castle, home to the Welsh princes of Deheubarth and later a stronghold of King Edward I. Explore the castle and learn more about the great period of castle building that helped to consolodate the English kings claim on Wales. Later we head for the coast again at Laugharne where Dylan Thomas wrote the famous play "Under Milk Wood". From here ... read more

LOTS OF SAINTS AND PUFFINS TOO … 1. SAINT DOGMAELS Heading south towards Milford Haven our first stop was only a short distance from Rocket House near Poppit Sands where we had spent a glorious week. Llandudoch in Welsh or Saint Dogmaels (our first Saint), an unusual name and a fascinating place particularly for the history enthusiast. This small parish and community had a peaceful setting next to the River Teifi, a mile downstream from the town of Cardigan. Not much is known about Saint Dogmael who has given his name to this Pembrokeshire village, apart from that he was a native of Ceredigion (Cardigan). He preached both in Wales and Brittany and several churches bear his unusual name. The remains of a 12th century Abbey built on a site of a pre-Norman monastery takes pride ... read more

We are reaching the end of our first shake down trip of 2019. It has been a funny old trip as we have come to get to grips with living in Gabby again. No longer does it feel strange and items are now to hand. Unlike a week ago when I struggled to find anything. Could we live in her full time? Debateable. She is smaller than Suzy and we would be likely to fall over each other particularly in inclement weather. In the summer with an awning would be a different kettle of fish altogether. Being abroad would too. We love her seats. The Captains seat swivel. We love the table. Two things we lacked in Suzy. We love the made up beds. Such a luxury. Do I miss the oven or the microwave. Sometimes. ... read more