National Parks Week events in Pembrokeshire
Medieval fayre and activities fun
Monday 25 July to Friday 29 July
10.30am - 4pm
Carew Castle, Pembrokeshire
Come along and try a wide range of activities relating to castle life. Try painting, pottery, archery, brass rubbing, bread making and lots more or help to put on a play. Heathcliffe Heroics will be giving demonstrations and historical interpretations, plus there will be archery demonstrations and have-a-go sessions.
Bring: A picnic - or visit the nearby pub for lunch
Access: There’s wheelchair and buggy access to the ground floor of the castle, disabled toilets at the castle reception and a wheelchair for loan for those with mobility difficulties
Cost: £4.75 Adults, £3.25 concessions, children free (there will be a small charge for some activities) - no need to book just turn up
Grid ref / postcode: SA70 8SL
Carew Castle is in the village of Carew on the A4075 from Canaston Bridge (A40), or turn off the A477 from Pembroke Dock to Tenby.
Contact: 01646 651782
teresah@pembrokeshirecoast.org.uk
Step into Ronwen's world
Monday 25 July
11am and 2pm
Castell Henllys, near Newport, Pembrokeshire
A costumed guided tour for families. Find out about life in the Celtic Iron Age, covering everything from what the landscape looked like to the reality of warfare. Aimed at 5 to 12-year-olds.
Bring: A picnic (no cafe on site)
Access: A track from the visitor centre leading to the fort is suitable for pushchairs and wheelchair users, although it is steep in places. There is also limited access to a second car park for wheelchair users located nearer to the fort - call at the visitor centre for directions
Cost: Free with admission (adults £4.50, concessions £3.00, families £12)
Grid ref / postcode: SA41 3UT
Castell Henllys is signposted off the A487 between Newport and Cardigan.
Contact: Rhonwen Owen on 01239 891319
enquiries@castellhenllys.com
Gateway to the past
Monday 25 July
11am-4pm
Castell Henllys, near Newport, Pembrokeshire
Visit Arianrhod in her roundhouse and learn about her daily life in the Iron Age. All ages.
Bring: A picnic (no cafe on site)
Access: A track from the visitor centre leading to the fort is suitable for pushchairs and wheelchair users, although it is steep in places. There is also limited access to a second car park for wheelchair users located nearer to the fort - call at the visitor centre for directions
Cost: Free with admission (adults £4.50, concessions £3.00, families £12)
Grid ref / postcode: SA41 3U
Castell Henllys is signposted off the A487 between Newport and Cardigan.
Contact: Rhonwen Owen on 01239 891319
enquiries@castellhenllys.com
Fighting and farming - learn Iron Age skills
Tuesday 26 July, Thursday 28 July and Friday 29 July
11.30am and 2pm
Castell Henllys, near Newport, Pembrokeshire
Help Merrin with her daily chores. Learn to build a roundhouse, help with the evening meal and, in case of attack, train to be a warrior! Aimed at children aged 5-11yrs.
Bring: A picnic (no cafe on site)
Access: A track from the visitor centre leading to the fort is suitable for pushchairs and wheelchair users, although it is steep in places. There is also limited access to a second car park for wheelchair users located nearer to the fort - call at the visitor centre for directions
Cost: £2.50 plus admission (adults £4.50, concessions £3.00, families £12) - booking advisable
Grid ref / postcode: SA41 3U
Castell Henllys is signposted off the A487 between Newport and Cardigan.
Contact: Rhonwen Owen on 01239 891319
enquiries@castellhenllys.com
Discover Pentre Ifan
Tuesday 26 July
2pm
Pentre Ifan, near Crymych, Pembrokeshire
Discover the secrets of this ancient monument to the dead and how it fits into the surrounding landscape. Aimed at adults.
Bring: Sturdy boots, wet weather gear/sun protection
Access: Via a public footpath. Not suitable for wheelchair users
Cost: Free
Grid ref / postcode: SN 093381
Meet at the burial chamber for the talk.
Contact: Rhonwen Owen on 01239 891319
enquiries@castellhenllys.com
Witches, wolves and the Wickerman
Tuesday 26 July
11.30am and 2pm
Castell Henllys, near Newport, Pembrokeshire
Help Arianwen to break the spell and free the chief. Are you brave enough to join her quest? Mainly aimed at children aged 5-11yrs - but event will be fun for 'children' of all ages!
Bring: A picnic (no cafe on site)
Access: A track from the visitor centre leading to the fort is suitable for pushchairs and wheelchair users, although it is steep in places. There is also limited access to a second car park for wheelchair users located nearer to the fort - call at the visitor centre for directions.
Cost: £2.50 per child plus admission (adults £4.50, concessions £3.00, families £12.00)
Grid ref / postcode: SA41 3UT
Castell Henllys is signposted off the A487 between Newport and Cardigan.
Contact: Rhonwen Owen on 01239 891319
enquiries@castellhenllys.com
Bugs and beasties - wildlife discovery fun!
Thursday 28 July
11.30am and 1.30pm
Castell Henllys, near Newport, Pembrokeshire
Join our ecologists to discover the hidden world of the bugs & beasties that make Castell Henllys their home. All ages.
Bring: A picnic (no cafe on site)
Access: A track from the visitor centre leading to the fort is suitable for pushchairs and wheelchair users, although it is steep in places. There is also limited access to a second car park for wheelchair users located nearer to the fort - call at the visitor centre for directions.
Cost: £1 plus admission (adults £4.50, concessions £3.00, families £12.00) - booking advisable
Grid ref / postcode: SA41 3UT
Castell Henllys is signposted off the A487 between Newport and Cardigan.
Contact: Rhonwen Owen on 01239 891319
enquiries@castellhenllys.com
Discovering Nevern Castle
Thursday 28 July
2pm
Nevern Castle, near Newport, Pembrokeshire
Learn about the intriguing history of this ancient medieval castle and the discoveries being made by archaeologists as they dig into the castle’s past. Aimed at adults.
Bring: Sturdy boots and wet weather gear/sun protection
Access: Limited parking. Uneven surfaces - not suitable for wheelchair access
Cost: Free
Grid ref: SN 083401
Approximately two miles from Newport on the coast.
Contact: Rhonwen Owen on 01239 891319
enquiries@castellhenllys.com
Batwatch at dusk
Tuesday 26 July, Thursday 28 July and Friday 29 July
8.15pm-10pm
Near Tenby, Pembrokeshire - exact location revealed on booking
One-mile walk to listen for bats on special detectors and to learn about their unusual lifestyles. Suitable for families with older children.
Bring: Bring torches and warm clothing. Sturdy footwear advisable
Access: Not suitable for wheelchair access
Cost: £5 adults, £2.50 children - booking essential
Grid ref / postcode: to be revealed on booking
Staff at Tenby National Park centre are organising this event - see contact details below.
Contact: 01834 845040
tenbystaff@pembrokeshirecoast.org.uk
Get crafty - children's event
Thursday 28 July
2.30pm-3.30pm
National Park Centre, Five Arches, Tenby
Join National Park Centre staff and have fun making a mess while you find out more about our brilliant National Park! Aimed at children aged 5-12 years. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Bring: Clothes for messy activities
Access: Please phone for details of wheelchair access
Cost: £2 per child - booking essential
Grid ref / postcode: : SA70 7DS
Find Tenby National Park centre at the Five Arches gateway in the Norman town walls at Tenby.
Contact: 01834 845040
tenbystaff@pembrokeshirecoast.org.uk
Crab catching for youngsters
Friday 29 July
6pm-7.30pm
Near Tenby, Pembrokeshire - exact location revealed on booking
Learn about crabs and how to catch and care for them. Tackle provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Aimed at children aged 5-12 years.
Bring: Warm clothing and wellies advisable
Access: Not suitable for wheelchair access
Cost: £3.50 per child, adults free - booking essential
Grid ref / postcode: to be revealed on booking
Staff at Tenby National Park centre are organising this event - see contact details below.
Contact: 01834 845040
tenbystaff@pembrokeshirecoast.org.uk
