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Vinnie Jones and the National Trust join forces
Few things would seem to connect the National Trust and notorious hard man actor Vinnie Jones but the two have found common ground over a sensitive issue that could have a dramatic impact on Wales. The National Trust has recently called for a ban on shale gas extraction in the country’s beauty hotspots – an aim that is shared by the former Welsh football captain.
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Explore National Trust places in Pembrokeshire
From woodland walks to kayaking in coastal waters, there’s more to summer in Pembrokeshire family holiday cottages than you might think thanks to the National Trust. As a registered charity they do everything they can to ensure that Pembrokeshire’s natural habitats continue to thrive so that the public can enjoy Wales’ surroundings for many years to come.
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Activities you must try in the Preseli Hills
The Preseli Hills in West Wales have been a popular feature of the Welsh countryside for hundreds of years. They came under even closer scrutiny and speculation in the early 1900s when it was discovered that the bluestone that is evident throughout the hills directly corresponds to that of the famed Stonehenge relic in Wiltshire, some 180 miles away.
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A guide to Pembrokeshire's islands
Pembrokeshire’s coast has been a popular destination amongst families and staycation-ers in Britain for many years but it also holds another distinct allure - its many beautiful and fascinating islands. These coastal features have been a prominent aspect of the Welsh coastline and Pembrokeshire Coast National Park for centuries and some of them are even renowned nature reserves, serving as a great place to spot Welsh wildlife.
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Gordon Ramsey is to take part in Tenby Ironman
Top TV chef Gordon Ramsay will be putting down the ladle in favour of a pair of swimming trunks later this year, as rumours circulate that he will be taking part in the 2014 Ironman Wales. Taking place in Tenby on 14th September, the challenging 140.6-mile race takes the form of a swim, bike and run and will look to welcome thousands of competitors and spectators.
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What's On in Tenby: February
With the start of February, Tenby shows that the seaside town is an old romantic at heart with a range of events including live opera and acoustic music. So, if you are heading to Pembrokeshire this Valentine’s Day, have a read of this guide to the best events on offer in the Welsh county this month.
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A guide to castles in Wales
Wales is a fiercely proud nation, and that characteristic is even more evident when it comes to its pride for its landmarks and heritage. This is no more evident anywhere than in the castles in Wales; with over 500 dotted around the country and each with their own unique history and stories, a tour of the country’s castles makes for a great way to see Wales and experience its culture.
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Pembrokeshire tourism campaign continues in February
The “Out and About” campaign from the tourism board in Pembrokeshire will continue throughout 2014 following the campaign’s success in 2013.The campaign has members that own quality Pembrokeshire cottages and hotels and was initially set-up to provide regional businesses within the tourism sector an opportunity to ask the tourism board about their business and the visitor economy.The campaign aims to improve businesses’ offering to visitors, which in turn improves the experience had by visitors to the area.
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What's On in Pembrokeshire: February
Pembrokeshire looks to welcome February with a fantastic programme of cultural events for its local residents and visitors to enjoy, from film festivals to jazz music, with the region showing that the winter is still a great time to visit. So, escape the wild weather with a few of the entertaining events being held this month.
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How to keep the kids entertained in Pembrokeshire
Pembrokeshire’s stunning scenery and outdoor activities make it the ideal holiday destination for staycations in the UK and while this may be common knowledge among adults, the kids can often take a little convincing.When coastal walks and bike rides grow tiresome for the little ones, there are still a whole host of activities and days out for the whole family to enjoy that truly make a Pembrokeshire holiday one to remember. From fun on Folly Farm to thrills and spills at Pembrokeshire theme parks, they’ll soon be asking when they can return to Wales’ most loved county.
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Wales experiences increase in UK visitors
2013 is being celebrated as a fantastic year for holidays in Wales, with recent figures showing a considerable rise in visitor numbers and overall spend. Heralded as great news for the Welsh tourism industry by the Economy Minister Edwina Hart, results from the Great Britain Tourism Survey revealed that visitors to Wales from other parts of the UK increased by eight per cent compared to 2012, outlining the incredible popularity of cottage holidays in Saundersfoot, Tenby and other areas of the country.
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Griff Rhys Jones comes to Pembrokeshire
As part of his new television series, A Great Welsh Adventure with Griff Rhys Jones, the famed presenter is visiting Pembrokeshire in episode three. Airing at 8pm on Monday 20th January on ITV1, Jones will take to the Pembrokeshire landscape and explore what has made the beautiful county what it is today.
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