Visit
Kidwelly
Kidwelly is a coastal town, ideally situated as a centre for touring
West Wales, the Pembrokeshire National Park, the Gower Peninsula
and the Brecon Beacons.
 The area is a superb mix of rolling countryside,
seashore and woodland - indeed it is totally microcosmic of the
rest of Wales at its finest.
Kidwelly has one of the finest
castles in Wales. It dominates the town. It stands impregnably
proud overlooking the River Gwendraeth, a threat to any aggressor
who dared to vanquish its walls.
The town was established in approximately
1115 AD and received its Royal Charter from King Henry I.
The current
population of Kidwelly is approximately 3,000 with some 30,000
tourists visiting annually.
You must visit this special part of the British Isles, where myths
and legends abound, where the landscape is lush and picturesque with
splendid vistas from its estuary and natural coves.
Getting Here - By Car
Kidwelly is approximately 40 minutes West of Swansea and 1 hour
30 minutes from Cardiff.
Getting Here - By Air
Pembrey Airport is 5 Minutes from Kidwelly. There is a great diversity
of attractions in the area surrounding Pembrey Airport. Within
10 Minutes drive you can find yourself strolling along golden sands,
walking through acres of forest or parkland, standing on the steps
of ancient monuments or enjoying many places of natural scenic
beauty.
Tel: 01554 891534
www.pembreyairport.com
Getting Here - By Train
Kidwelly rail station is just a five minute walk from the town
centre
Tel: 0345 484950 for National Rail timetable
www.nationalrail.co.uk |
