Newport, Pembrokeshire
The Castle and the Norman church of St Mary's stand above the town on the lower slopes of Carn Ingli, which translates as Mount of Angels. Climb a littler higher up Carn Ingli and, on a clear day you can look north to Snowdonia, across the water to the Wicklow Mountains, and down to the St David's peninsula. Walk down to the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path, which passes by the town, to find, particularly in spring and early summer, masses of wind flowers.
Newport, which is just off the A487, between Fishguard and Cardigan, has a particularly good selection of small locally owned shops, cafes, some good pubs and two restaurants where locally caught sewin, lobster and crab and be eaten.
The castle was built by Norman William Fitzmartin circa 1197. It was destroyed twice by the Welsh and, it would be true to say that the present castle, dates mostly from 1543 when the Lloyds of Bronwydd restored the castle making the large gatehouse into a dwelling flanked by two round towers. It remains in private ownership and up to present there has been no tourist access, however, after extensive renovations the owners say that the public will be able to have limited access to the castle.
The Welsh name of Newport was Trefdraeth (town by the beach), and in medieval times, when it still bore this name the game of cnapan, a forerunner of rugby, was invented. The pitch was the countryside between Newport and the nearby town of Nevern and the goal was to get the ball (the cnapan) into the centre of the towns. There were few rules except for the fact that the big guys tackled for the ball and the sprinters ran with it. This organised chaos was recently revived and, although it is no longer played, the Newport Cnapan Trophy still exists.
Walking, cycle hire, golf, sailing, surfing, kayaking and horse riding are some of the outdoor activities that can be enjoyed around Newport. Pembrokeshire also has a walkers' bus service which runs regularly and drops off and picks up at all the coastal town and villages around the coast. The shop that hires bicycles also specialises in beach wheelchairs which are easy to push through soft sand.
Serviced accommodation - hotels and B&Bs
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Bed and Breakfast – Newport
Y Garth
Award winning boutique style B&B near the Pembrokeshire National Park coastline. Individually styled bedrooms. Very comfortable beds with high quality linen and luxury ensuites. Excellent breakfasts. Ideal for touring or walking the coastal path.
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Inn – Newport
Salutation Inn
In the heart of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park the Salutation offers its guests a quiet relaxing haven. The beautiful beaches and the coastal path are just are short drive away.
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Inn – Newport
The Golden Lion Inn
In the picturesque Pembrokeshire coastal village of Newport, the ideal, friendly base for exploring and enjoying this most stunning corner of Wales.
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Hotel – Newport
Newport Links Golf Club
Newport Links lies wholly within the spectacular Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. The view from our 17th green alone would be hard to match anywhere else in the world.
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Bed and Breakfast – Pontfaen
Salutation Inn
Situated in the Pembrokeshire National Park at the foot of the Preselis hills in the rural village of Felindre Farchog, this friendly inn offers good quality food and accommodation.
Self catering – cottages, houses and apartments
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Self Catering Accommodation – Fishguard
Fforest Cottage
Fforest Cottage has superb views over Dinas Head, and down to the bay where dolphins and seals can be seen. Ideal for walking on the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path. Quiet beach very close by which is safe for swimming and boating.
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Self Catering Accommodation – Newport
Pendre Cottages
Fully refurbished traditional holiday cottages a few minutes' walk from the Pembrokeshire village of Newport and Pembrokeshire Coastal Path.
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Holiday Cottages – Moylgrove
Banc Cottage & Badger Banc
Two very pretty 18C stone cottages situated in the north of Pembrokeshire, on the edge of Moylegrove village. Within easy distance of the coastal path and spectacular Ceibwr Bay.
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Self Catering Accommodation – Fishguard
The Old Stable
The Old Stable lies above the ancient Gwaun Valley in the heart of the Pembrokeshire National Park close to both Fishguard and Newport. A well appointed two bedroom cottage barn conversion with a log burning fire and private patio. Footpaths at your door.
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Self Catering Cottage – Newport
Bronmor
Charming 19th Century cottage quietly situated in the small town of Newport on the North Pembrokeshire coast. With a garden overlooking Newport Bay, a beautiful interior with exposed stonework and beams and an open fire, it's the perfect holiday hideaway.
