On the south coast of Pembrokeshire in South Wales is the picturesque
seaside resort and medieval town of Tenby. Bordered by the Pembrokeshire
National Park, the town sits on a promontory surrounded by sweeping
sandy beaches and bays, and was once a major trading port before
it became fashionable as a holiday spot in the 19th century.
Known as a
'Little England beyond Wales', Tenby's medieval town walls encase
ancient narrow cobbled streets which wind down to the pretty harbour,
where pastel Georgian houses face onto clusters of boats. On each
side of the town are two large bays, while on the headland of
Castle Hill, with views to Bardsey Island and the Pembrokeshire
coast, are the remains of Tenby's Norman castle.
Part of the
castle houses Tenby Museum and Art Gallery, where works by the
painter Augustus John - who was born in the town - are on display.
For details of local life in the 15th century head to the Tudor
Merchant's House on Quay Hill. Also of interest is St Mary's Parish
Church, which dates from the 12th century, although most of the
building is 15th century. For bird and sealwatching, you can take
a boat to Caldey Island where there are many interesting remnants
of the island's long history as a monastic settlement.
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