Consider what you think is the appeal of Pembrokeshire by completing the Evidence Log.
Pembrokeshire National Park
This is the only UK National Park that is almost entirely coastal. The variety of landscapes ranging from steep limestone cliffs, undulating red sandstone bays, rolling hills, volcanic headlands and flooded glacial valleys appeal to a range of visitor types. There are also some remarkably quaint towns, and villages to explore, rest, refresh and recuperate in; essential for getting your breath back after experiencing some of those views! Newport, Tenby and St. David’s are particularly popular.
Beaches
No other county in the UK has more Blue Flag beaches or Seaside Awards than Pembrokeshire. There are over 50 beaches which offer a range of activities or simply somewhere peaceful to relax and sunbathe. Manorbier, Barafundle Bay and Freshwater East are three super beaches which are popular with visitors.
Heritage
There are 51 castles and forts in Pembrokeshire such as Pembroke Castle, Carew Castle and Cilgerran Castle. There is also St. David’s Cathedral, St. Dogmael’s Abbey and Lamphey Palace.
Wildlife
The natural environment, clean seas, lush vegetation and a sparse population are ideal factors which provide a range of habitats. The islands of Skomer and Skokholm are homes to thousands of birds such as puffins, gannets and manx shearwater. Dolphin, porpoise, seal and whale watching boat trips are also popular with many visitors.
Attractions
Pembrokeshire has a wide range of attractions for visitors to enjoy. Oakwood Theme Park and Folly Farm are two of its most well known. Oakwood offers over 30 rides including the rollercoasters Megaphobia and Speed. Folly Farm has exotic creatures, farmyard friends, rides and adventure playgrounds.
Coast Path - The Pembrokeshire Coast National Trail
The Pembrokeshire Coast Path National Trail twists and turns its way through 186 miles of the most breathtaking coastal scenery in Britain. From St. Dogmael's to Amroth, the trail covers every kind of coastline landscape from rugged cliff tops and sheltered coves to breathtaking beaches and river estuaries.
The Pembrokeshire coastline is recognised as one of the best in world! The beaches along the path have been voted the second best in world and the national trail the third best in the world.
Evidence Log 2 – Pembrokeshire Coast Path
Answer the questions in the Evidence Log.
Have you heard of these terms before?
Who do you think they represent?
Visitor Type |
Adrenaline Junkie |
Young Families |
Beach Bums |
Extreme Sports Enthusiasts |
Culture Vultures |
Pembrokeshire’s natural landscape of mountains, rivers, lakes, woods, cliff tops and beaches has proved popular with ecotourists. Many ecotourists visit Pembrokeshire from large cities such as Cardiff, Bristol and London to enjoy ecotourist activities along the coast and in the countryside. Often the ecotourists will take a short break to Pembrokeshire and stay with local accommodation providers and eat in local catering providers.
Evidence Log 3 – Visitor Types