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Carreg Samson
Sitting in a farmers field, with terrific views of Strumble Head, this dolmen is quite remarkable. The massive capstone seems to be only just touching the stones that it is balanced on. Its signposted off the minor road between Trefin and Abercastle.
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Judges Lodging
The Judges Lodging offers an intimate glimpse into Victorian times through an audio-guided wander through the towns 19th-century courthouse, lock-up and the apartments where circuit judges used to stay, meeting a motley crew of characters along the way.
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Marquess of Angleseys Column
Visible from across the Menai Strait, this monument commemorates Wellingtons right-hand man at the 1815 Battle of Waterloo, Henry William Paget, who lived at nearby Plas Newydd. Climb the 115 steps up to the base of the statue for great views across the island.
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Stackpole Estate
The National Trusts Stackpole Estate takes in 8 miles of coast, including two fine beaches (Barafundle Bay and Broad Haven), a wooded valley and the Bosherston Lily Ponds, a system of artificial lakes famous for their spectacular display of water lilies in summer.
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Holyhead Maritime Museum
Small but lovingly restored, this little museum is housed in what is believed to be the oldest lifeboat house in Wales (c 1858). Its a family-friendly visit with model ships, photographs and exhibits on Holyheads maritime history from Roman times onwards.
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Solva Woollen Mill
Its a pleasant walk of just over a mile upriver from Solva to Middle Mill where youll find the Solva Woollen Mill, the oldest working woollen mill in Pembrokeshire. You can see the weavers at work, browse in the shop, or enjoy tea and cake in the cafe.
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Animal Wall
Forming Bute Parks southern edge, the Animal Wall is topped with stone figures of lions, seals, bears and other creatures. In the 1930s they were the subject of a newspaper cartoon strip and many Cardiff kids grew up thinking the animals came alive at night.
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Old Station Tintern
Just over 1 mile upstream from Tintern Abbey is Old Station Tintern, a Victorian train station with old railway coaches that house a tourist information desk, temporary exhibitions and a cafe. Theres a large grassy play area for kids, picnic spots and easy riverside walks.
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Textile Museum
In former weavers cottages and workshops, just north of the river, the Textile Museum has impressively re-created rooms to show what living conditions were like in the 1820s. Above the cottages are the workshops with depictions of the workers, both adults and children.
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Cellb
Recently opened in the Edwardian-era police station, this multifunction centre hosts everything from yoga and Welsh-language classes, to live bands and film screenings. Its also the towns most appealing dining and drinking space, with a cafe-bar and a cocktail bar.
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Garn Goch
Youre likely to have the impressive remains of 4000-year-old Garn Goch (Red Fort) to yourself, despite their splendour. Its the largest iron age hill fort in Wales – two distinct circular stone ramparts can be discerned as you wander the site, as well as Bronze Age burial mounds.
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Stackpole Quay
The tiny picturesque harbour of Stackpole Quay marks the point where pink and purple sandstone gives way to the massive grey limestone that dominates the South Pembrokeshire coast from here to Freshwater West. Theres an NT car park with information leaflets, and a good tearoom.
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Mostyn Gallery
A listed 1901 terracotta and brick exterior hides the sharply angled innards of North Wales’ leading contemporary art gallery. Its five galleries house changing and often challenging exhibitions. Call in to explore the shop or grab a coffee upstairs even if you find the art perplex
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Porth Oer
This lovely remote scoop of beach, 2.5 miles north of Aberdaron, has sand which squeaks when you walk on it, giving it its English name, Whistling Sands. From here its a 2-mile coastal walk southwest via the twin headlands of Dinas Bach and Dinas Fawr to the cove of Porth Orion.
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St Catherines Island
At low tide you can walk across the sand to little St Catherines Island, but its a long, cold wait if you get trapped by the tide – check tide tables in Coast to Coast , at any newsagent or ask at the tourist office. The Victorian fort on the island is closed to the public.
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Oystermouth Castle
It wouldnt be Wales without a castle, hence the trendy shops and bars of Newton Rd are guarded by a majestic ruin. Once the stronghold of the Norman lords of Gower, its now the focus of summer Shakespeare performances. Theres a fine view over Swansea Bay from the battlements.
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Beaumaris Courthouse
The Beaumaris Court, opposite the castle, was an instrument of justice dispensed by the English between 1614 and 1971, with Welsh-speaking defendants at a distinct disadvantage as the proceedings were held in English. An excellent audioguide (included in the price) helps to paint t
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RNLI Lifeboat Stations
Its well worth popping into this swanky new lifeboat station to see the boats, watch footage of them launching and learn a little about one of the UKs busiest lifeboat crews. Planned training launches are posted on noticeboards, a spectacle well worth seeing if you happen to be in
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Valle Crucis Abbey
The dignified ruins of this Cistercian abbey are a 2-mile walk north of Llangollen. Founded in 1201 by Madog ap Gruffydd, ruler of northern Powys, its largely Gothic form predates its more famous sibling at Tintern. A small interpretation centre brings the monks’ daily routines to
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National Roman Legion Museum
Put your Caerleon explorations into context at this excellent museum, which paints a vivid picture of what life was like for soldiers in one of the most remote corners of the Empire. It displays a host of intriguing Roman artefacts uncovered locally, from jewellery to armour and fr
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