West Wales

Cultural and coastal West Wales is home to our second city, Swansea. Ancient legends inspire contemporary creativity – and colourful seaside villages lead to some of the UK's best beaches. Within the region of West Wales you'll find Carmarthenshire, Neath Port Talbot, Pembrokeshire, and Swansea.

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Aerial view of a harbour, two beaches and pastel coloured houses.

The banks of the Cleddau esturary, where the Carew River meets the Creswell River

Pembrokeshire's hidden waterway

An insider's guide to Pembrokeshire's hidden waterway, the Cleddau River and Daugleddau estuary.

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Explore the stunning gardens of West Wales

West Wales has an abundance of great gardens. Here are some stunning displays to visit.

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burial chamber with countryside view.

Discover the hidden heritage of West Wales

From standing stones and ruined castles to industrial heritage, West Wales is full of hidden history.

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A wide sandy beach in between high cliffs.

Discover beautiful sandy beaches in West Wales

Discover our West Wales beaches and enjoy the great British seaside.

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Swansea

Aerial view over Swansea town at early evening toward Mumbles Head.

Must do in Swansea

Visit the waterfront of Swansea Bay and beautiful Gower Peninsula. Things to do in Swansea.

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Swansea Bay

Family walking along sand dunes to the sea with surf boards.

Swansea family holidays

Journalist Iestyn George brings his young family home to Swansea for a holiday to remember.

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Swansea Bay

A pier jutting out into the sea.

Explore marvellous Mumbles

Discover Mumbles with its many restaurants and bars, famous castle and classic pier and promenade.

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cliffs and field leading to sandy beach.

Escape with Lolly The Whippet to Gower's dog-friendly delights

Gower Peninsula: a pet's dream with scenic views and beaches. Ideal for a dog-friendly getaway.

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A traditional Swansea breakfast

Bring the coast to your kitchen with this delicious breakfast recipe.

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A ruined castle overlooking an estuary.

Gower coastal walk: Llanrhidian to Cheriton

Enjoy a beautiful eight-mile Gower Coast trail, following a section of the Wales Coast Path.

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A bedroom with a writing desk and photos on the wall.

A Dylan Thomas trail around Swansea Bay

Trace the story of Dylan Thomas around Swansea in West Wales, his home for more than half his life.

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Looking over to Three Cliffs Bay from green hills towards the sea and sand formations.

Gower: 10 things not to miss

Adored by walkers, birdwatchers, sunbathers and surfers. Discover more about Gower in West Wales.

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Wide angle shot Liberty Stadiums empty pitch in Swansea

A sporting break in Swansea

Heading to Swansea for a match? Make a weekend of it. There's loads to do for all the family.

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Swansea Bay

deserted canal and towpath with autumnal trees on both sides

Exploring Neath Port Talbot on foot

Leafy countryside, tranquil canals, rushing waterfalls and fascinating industrial heritage await.

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Enjoy a day of family fun at Folly Farm

Discover what's to enjoy at award winning Folly Farm in Pembrokeshire.

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A group of walkers catching a train.

Rails and trails through the middle of Wales

Planning great days out in towns and countryside using the scenic Heart of Wales railway line.

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Two people playing golf on the green with views of the sea and mountains in the background.

Fairway to golfing heaven in West Wales

Areas of outstanding natural beauty and a stunning coastline make West Wales irresistible to golfers.

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Rocky and grassy headlands and sea.

Fishguard and Goodwick’s hidden culinary gems

Blogger Kacie Morgan's guide to great places to eat and visit in Fishguard and Goodwick

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A grey and white painted hotel with a windmill tower.

Go west for disabled-friendly accommodation

Enjoy a West Wales holiday in a variety of accessible places to stay.

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Explore accessible West Wales

You’ll find attractions that people of all abilities can enjoy all over West Wales.

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Pembrokeshire

Newport beach, Pembrokeshire at dusk.

Discovering Newport

The Pembrokeshire village of Newport is a desirable holiday haunt for a family weekend away.

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sea viewed from a cliff

Discover the stunning beauty of the Pembrokeshire coast

Explore the beautiful beaches, craggy cliffs and wildlife-filled islands of Pembrokeshire.

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People jumping off rocks in the sea wearing full safety gear.

Plan your visit to pretty Pembrokeshire

Take a trip out west and discover just how much there is to explore for all the family.

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Enjoy a brilliant family holiday in Pembrokeshire

Pembrokeshire in west Wales does family holidays for a living – and does it brilliantly.

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burial chamber with countryside view.

Discover the hidden heritage of West Wales

From standing stones and ruined castles to industrial heritage, West Wales is full of hidden history.

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Carmarthenshire

Ruined castle on a sunny summer day with stream and grassy bank in the foreground

Great ways to explore Carmarthenshire

Biking, walking, shopping and more - Carmarthenshire is packed with things to do.

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Performers in the street at Laugharne.

The Laugharne Weekend

The Laugharne Weekend - a wilfully different arts event celebrating the work of Welsh poet Dylan Thomas

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West Wales' special places of faith

West Wales has a fascinating religious heritage with much of it still possible to enjoy.

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Dylan Thomas' writing shed

Take a tour of Dylan Thomas' Laugharne

Discover the places in Laugharne associated with the great Welsh poet and writer Dylan Thomas.

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