Carew
Carew is undoubtedly one of Pembrokeshire's most pleasant and popular visitor attractions set at the end of a beautiful tidal inlet of the Daugleddau Estuary. The charming village has a very hospitable pub, The Carew Inn.
The attractions are:
Carew Castle - undoubtedly one of Pembrokeshire's finest - and historically most important. It was occupied continuously from the 12th to the 17th centuries by which time it had been transformed into a magnificent Elizabethan mansion by Sir John Perrot. With its busy programme of pageants and re-enactments during the summer months it's a must for the visitor.
Picture: Carew Castle
Carew Cross - a royal memorial to Mareddud ap Edwin, joint ruler of the kingdom Deheubarth (South West Wales) who was killed in 1035. This fine Celtic Cross is one of Wales most famous monuments.
Picture: Carew Cross
Carew Tidal Mill - this fascinating French mill, restored by the National Park Authority in 1972 is the only intact tidal mill in Wales. Well worth a visit.
Picture: Carew Castle, Tide Mill and Mill pond.
There's a large car park, picnic site and recreation area on the north bank of the mill pond, overlooking Carew castle and 23 acre mill pond.
Picture: Carew Tide Mill
Nearby Cresswell Quay is a beautiful spot for a picnic and a pint in the popular waterside pub, The Cressely Arms.
3 miles to the west of Carew along the A477 is Upton Castle, the grounds of which are open to the public and contain no fewer than 250 species of trees and shrubs.
There are plenty of small camp sites, caravan sites and a few large holiday parks nearby. There are some quality B&B's and hotels in the vicinity and in nearby St Florence. There are plenty of rural self catering cottages all around the surrounding villages.