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Things to do in Carmarthenshire

Local ideas, independent places and published stories for planning time in Carmarthenshire.

Plan a day in Carmarthenshire

Coast, countryside, culture and local character

Follow the Tywi Valley between Carmarthen and Llandeilo, explore gardens and historic estates, or head west towards Laugharne and the coast. Heritage rail, market towns, local producers and outdoor spaces make this a county for unhurried days.

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Towns and destinations

Where to begin in Carmarthenshire

Choose a town or landscape as the anchor for the day, then add nearby stories, food and current events rather than crossing the county for a checklist.

CarmarthenCounty town, galleries, food and a base for the valleysPlan a visit →LlandeiloIndependent shopping beside Dinefwr and the Tywi ValleyPlan a visit →LaugharneLiterary history and the Taf estuaryPlan a visit →LlanelliCoast, wetlands, culture and a large local business communityPlan a visit →

Coast, walks and outdoors

Follow the landscape

Carmarthenshire works best as a series of connected landscapes: the Tywi Valley, the Gwili Valley, historic gardens and castles, then the wetlands and coast around Llanelli. The distances reward choosing one area and exploring it slowly.

Three castles, one kingdomDinefwr, Dryslwyn and Carreg CennenRead more →Aberglasney's hidden alluresOriginal reporting from the garden and mansionRead more →The Gwili ValleyRailway heritage and wooded countrysideRead more →

Food, attractions and local life

Use trusted local starting points

The Business Guide currently includes 344 Carmarthenshire profiles. These links are starting points rather than a ranking: check each profile's official website for current opening, menus, booking and visitor details.

Food and drinkEditorial routes into cafés, restaurants, pubs and producersFind local food →AttractionsCastles, gardens, railways, wildlife and family placesBrowse attractions →What's on nowThe current verified event guide for CarmarthenshireSee current events →

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