Coast and countryside in West Wales

Plan your time well

Things to do in West Wales

Start with the kind of day you want, then narrow the choice by county or town. This guide connects West Wales Life & Style's local stories, visitor guides, independent businesses and current events across Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion.

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Things to do in Pembrokeshire

Pembrokeshire brings coast, harbour towns, castles, family attractions and independent food into a relatively compact area. Tenby, Saundersfoot and Narberth each support a full day, while the county guides help connect them with beaches, heritage and current events.

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Things to do in Carmarthenshire

Follow the Tywi Valley between Carmarthen and Llandeilo, visit gardens and historic estates, or head towards Laugharne and the coast. Heritage rail, market towns and local food give strong alternatives when the weather changes.

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Things to do in Ceredigion

Use the Cardigan Bay coast as one thread through the county, linking Cardigan, New Quay, Aberaeron and Aberystwyth. Wildlife, beaches, cultural venues, heritage railways and inland waterfalls offer distinct reasons to travel beyond a single resort.

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Choose by interest

Use a rainy-day guide when the forecast is unsettled, a family guide when ages and energy levels shape the day, or the food and shopping guides when local businesses are part of the plan. Each route leads back to detailed profiles and original magazine stories.

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Use current, verified local information

Pair these ideas with the live events guide and West Wales Business Guide before travelling.

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