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5 things to do in Pembrokeshire this spring

Published

1 year ago

March 26, 2025

Wales has a lot to offer, and Pembrokeshire in particular is a terrific place to visit. Now we are entering spring and the weather has started to improve, plenty of exciting activities, both indoor and outdoor, are presenting themselves. So, if you’re looking for some inspiration on things to do in Pembrokeshire this spring, here are five ways to spend your time.

1. Take part in a pub crawl

Pub crawls are the perfect activity no matter the weather, but when the sun finally starts to make an appearance, the overall experience is only improved. Sitting in a beer garden is a staple in British culture and there’s no better way to do it than by taking part in a pub crawl.

Pembrokeshire is home to a plethora of first-rate pubs that provide everything from the finest lagers, ales, and stouts, to entertainment including live sports, pool tables, dart boards, and classic pub quizzes. Whether you go alone or take your friends, enjoying a pub crawl across Pembrokeshire is a great way to spend the day.

2. Head to Folly Farm

If you’re holidaying in Pembrokeshire as a family, Folly Farm is the go to place to visit. The farm has everything you need for a fun-filled family day out, with a fully fledged zoo, a sizable barn, a well equipped fairground, and several options for food and drink. The farm also has a variety of activities, including feeding lions, penguins, giraffes, rhinos, sloths, and goats.

The extensive range of animals in both the barn and the zoo make this the perfect day out. The barn is home to all kinds of farm animals including goats, horses, donkeys, lambs, chickens, plus ferrets and mice. And the zoo hosts a huge variety of exotic animals such as giraffes, lemurs, meerkats, and parrots, as well as tortoises, crocodiles, and fruit bats. It’s also one of only seven zoos in the UK that cares for Eastern black rhino – a critically endangered animal.

Folly farm is fun, educational, and adventurous, so it’s definitely not something to miss out on!

3. Visit Tenby

Tenby is a delightful coastal town that features a fascinating medieval wall, a stunning harbour with boat trips that facilitate seal watching, two impressive beaches, one of the largest parish churches in Wales – St Mary’s Church which is over 800 years old, and a market that originally opened in the 1860s and now sells everything from mouth watering Malaysian cuisine to a selection of traditional Welsh treats.

If you’re interested in historical monuments, you can also walk up to Tenby Castle. The castle was built by The Normans in the 12th century and now only a small tower remains, but the old town walls are mostly intact.

4. Walk the Pembrokeshire Coast path

Pembrokeshire Coast was voted the second best coastal destination in the world and is one of the best places to visit in Wales – particularly with the warmer weather approaching. The coast spans 186 miles (299km), so whether you prefer a short stroll or walking for hours on end, there is an option for everyone.

The coastal path is located in Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and is home to a variety of eye-catching views including cliff tops, sheltered coves, and vast beaches, as well as tons of wildlife. Walking the path is easy since it’s well marked, and the mesmerising views make it a truly wonderful place to be when visiting Pembrokeshire.

5. Indoor options

Whilst spring is approaching and the weather should begin to give us more sunshine and less ice, the UK can still be pretty unpredictable, so it’s always good to have some indoor options for days out as a back up.

Luckily, Pembrokeshire has plenty of exciting things to do indoors as well as outdoors, that are highly entertaining whether you’re traveling as a family, with friends, in a couple, or going solo.

Trampoline park

Trampoline parks are an ideal activity for almost all ages. Hangar 5 Trampoline Park in Pembrokeshire is a great option if the weather hasn’t worked out in your favour. If you have energetic children that are difficult to tire out, this could be an ideal place to release some of their excess energy.

Go karting

If you’re looking for something indoor that has a little extra thrill, go karting is a fantastic alternative. You can enjoy go karting whether you’re a beginner or are more experienced on the track, meaning it’s ideal for everyone. There are a couple of establishments that facilitate go karting in Pembrokeshire, so you have options no matter where you’re staying.

Enjoy everything Pembrokeshire has to offer

With so much to do in Pembrokeshire, the choices are almost endless. Pub crawls, Folly farm, a day out in Tenby, walking the Pembrokeshire Coast, and enjoying activities such as trampolining or go karting are just a handful of options available to you when visiting this beautiful part of the world.

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Llys-y-frân Lake to launch Wales’s largest inflatable aqua park

Published

3 days ago

May 7, 2026

Tom Sinclair

NEW ATTRACTION WILL OPEN AT WEEKENDS BEFORE THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS

LLYS-Y-FRÂN Lake is set to make a splash this summer with the launch of what is being billed as Wales’s largest inflatable aqua park.

The new attraction, at the popular reservoir and visitor destination near Clarbeston Road, will feature a floating obstacle course with slides, launch towers, blast bags and other inflatable challenges.

Visitors will be able to enjoy one-hour sessions on the water, with safety equipment included in the £25 ticket price.

Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water, which runs Llys-y-frân Lake, completed the acquisition of the aqua park from Aqua Parks Group in March. Work is now under way to inflate and anchor the multi-component course in the lake ahead of its opening.

The aqua park will open at weekends before the start of the six-week school holiday period. It will then operate daily during the school holidays, with the season expected to finish in early September.

James Thompson, Head of Visitor Attractions at Dŵr Cymru, said: “We are thrilled to announce the launch of an Aqua Park at Llys-y-frân Lake.

“We look forward to welcoming both holidaymakers and local residents from across West Wales and beyond to experience the Aqua Park.

“This new addition enables visitors to enjoy the water in a safe, fully lifeguarded environment.”

Llys-y-frân Lake, situated north of Haverfordwest in the foothills of the Preseli Mountains, has become one of West Wales’s best-known outdoor attractions.

The site, which includes 350 acres of woodland, grassland and open water, benefited from major investment in 2021 with the opening of a new visitor centre and activity centre. A four-star campsite was added in 2023.

Dŵr Cymru said environmental surveys had been carried out and indicated that the aqua park was unlikely to have a negative impact on local wildlife. The company said measures were being put in place to protect the lake’s habitats and species.

Recent inland bathing water assessments have also confirmed that Llys-y-frân Lake has excellent water quality. Welsh Water said monitoring would continue throughout the summer bathing season.

A community open day will be held at Llys-y-frân Visitor Centre on Sunday, May 17, from 11:00am to 3:00pm, where plans for the aqua park will be on display and staff will be available to answer questions.

The new attraction will add to the existing activities at Llys-y-frân, which include bike hire, walking and cycling trails, mountain bike routes, a pump track, lakeside café and gift shop.

Further updates on opening dates and the full summer timetable will be published on the Llys-y-frân Lake Facebook and Instagram pages.

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Milford Haven Beer Fest set for Bank Holiday return

Published

4 days ago

May 6, 2026

Tom Sinclair

Festival promises live music, Welsh ales and community spirit at the waterfront

MILFORD HAVEN Beer Fest is set to return later this month, with organisers promising another packed day of live music, craft drinks and festival atmosphere.

The popular annual event will take place at Milford Waterfront on Saturday, May 23, inside the Ascona Group Marquee, with doors opening at 12:00pm.

Organisers say no advance tickets will be available, with entry operating on a first come, first served basis. Another sell-out is expected and early arrival is strongly advised.

A wide range of Welsh breweries and drinks producers will be represented, including Tenby Harbwr Brewery, Bluestone Brewing Company, Gethin’s Cider, Mantle Brewery, Gower Brewery and Core of the Poodle.

Tiny Rebel Brewery will also be serving lagers, IPAs and its new stout, Coal Drop, while Barti Rum will showcase its latest canned drinks. Prosecco and Pimm’s will also be available.

Entertainment throughout the day will be hosted by Pure West Radio, with headliners 4th Street returning to the waterfront.

The line-up also includes a DJ set from former Welsh rugby international and British and Irish Lion Josh Navidi, alongside performances from Steve Bartram, Big Chicken, Jake Taylor, Function 22 and Natalie O’Brien.

Festivalgoers will also be able to enjoy a street food zone featuring Grub Tacos, Junkyard Dogs and Reeves BBQ.

Community support

Nathan Rees, chairman of Milford Haven Round Table said: “The Beer Festival is a huge highlight for us – not just for the atmosphere, but for the impact it has.

“Every penny raised goes back into the community, funding events like our Carnival and Fireworks and supporting local causes.

“We’re also incredibly grateful to The Ascona Group for their continued sponsorship and to the Port of Milford Haven for their ongoing support as our Major Events Partner, as well as all the Beer Festival sponsors for 2026.”

Ticket information

Entry costs £25 and includes four drink tokens, a festival cup and live entertainment throughout the day.

Additional drink tokens will cost £2.50 each, with cash and card accepted.

The event is strictly over-18s only.

Organisers say there will be a 100 per cent bag search policy, with visitors strongly advised not to bring bags. Free water will be available, and dogs will not be allowed.

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Dinosaurs set to take over Milford Waterfront

Published

5 days ago

May 5, 2026

Tom Sinclair

PREHISTORIC FUN COMES TO MILFORD HAVEN

DINOSAURS will be roaming Milford Waterfront later this month as Dinomania brings a day of prehistoric entertainment to the town.

The popular dinosaur attraction will take over the waterfront on Wednesday, May 27, with three interactive shows taking place throughout the afternoon.

Each show will last around 50 minutes and promises plenty of audience participation, prehistoric facts, and family-friendly fun.

Before the ticketed shows begin, visitors are being encouraged to keep an eye out around Milford Waterfront, where Dinomania’s dinosaurs will be out and about during a free walkabout performance between 10:30am and 11:30am.

The walkabout will give families the chance to see the dinosaurs up close and enjoy some entertainment around the waterfront before the main shows get underway.

Milford Waterfront said: “Dinomania will be taking over Milford Waterfront on Wednesday, May 27, with three exciting shows taking place throughout the afternoon.

“Each show lasts approximately 50 minutes and is packed with interactive moments and prehistoric fun.”

Tickets can be booked through the Milford Waterfront website.