Observer Summer Guide 2018


— 8 — — 7 — HOLIDAY GUIDE 2020 WHERE TO GO, WHAT TO DO, WHAT TO SEE IN SOUTH PEMBROKESHIRE Celtic Haven Resort –


a little slice of heaven on the Pembrokeshire coast N estling on the picturesque


Pembrokeshire cliff tops near


Tenby you’ll find charming Celtic Haven – a pretty, whitewashed holiday cottage resort where you’ll always receive a warm Welsh welcome.


Celtic Haven’s collection of beautiful 12th Century cottages, breath-taking coastal views and fantastic on-site facilities offer visitors a real treat, whatever the season.


Charming cliff-top holiday cottages


Whether it’s a romantic escape for two in Greenkeeper’s Cottage or a fun-filled family reunion for twelve in The Manor House, you’ll find each cottage equipped with everything you need to enjoy a proper ‘home from home’ break in pretty Pembrokeshire.


WHERE TO GO, WHAT TO DO, WHAT TO SEE IN SOUTH PEMBROKESHIRE


The glorious Pembrokeshire Coast Path runs right past the cottages and Lydstep beach is just a short stroll away… you can even bring the dog!


Fabulous fun for all ages


Get up, play golf, have a game of tennis, swim on the beach or in the pool, bubble away in the hot tub, take a leisurely sauna, impress yourself in the fitness suite, challenge the kids to table tennis, chase the dog along the headland… all before lunch!


Celtic Haven’s fantastic facilities are perfect for entertaining all ages – from little kids right through to ‘big ones’!


Delicious food with spectacular views


Sitting on the terrace at Waves restaurant with a glass of Pinot Grigio in your hand and chef’s signature lasagne on your plate, you could be forgiven for thinking you’re on the Amalfi Coast.


Waves cliff-top bar and restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing lunch or a fun night out with family or friends, serving delicious Italian- inspired dishes (not forgetting a traditional ‘Lazy Sunday Lunch’), all under the expertise of talented chefs David Zanato and Chris Wooles.


An aerial view of Tudor Square with St Catherine’s Island beyond


Light lunches, a varied children’s menu and dishes catering for special diets are all on offer at Waves. Chef’s delicious homemade pizzas are even available to take away, whether you’re staying on site or just nearby.


Get in touch with Celtic Haven on 01834 870000 or visit www.celtichaven.co.uk


Church Doors and Dark Sky


Towered over by spectacular cliffs, Church Doors Cove is approached via steep concrete and metal steps leading down from the coast path near the Youth Hostel at Skrinkle near Manorbier. (Continue past the artillery range to the end of the road). The car park on the headland, being free from light pollution, has been designated a Dark Sky discovery site.


The beach, which has no facilities and is best visited at low tide, is of sand backed by rocks and pebbles. It gets its picturesque name from two high arched caves in the sandstone cliffs that look like church doors. Provided that the tide is low enough, you can walk around the wall-like limestone ridge, or through a slippery cave to the larger, sandy, Skrinkle Haven, where the cliffs change to Old Red sandstone. Take care not to be cut off by the tide, as the steps at the western end of the beach have been closed because of crumbling cliffs.


Tenby’s idyllic harbour Relaxation Heaven…


At Celtic Haven’s Elemis Premier Spa you can simply pack up your troubles, leave them at the door and melt away into a true haven of tranquillity…


With an enticing menu of more than 80 blissful treatments, holistic & beauty therapies and pamper packages, a team of experienced therapists and a Relaxation Room with breath-taking coastal views, you’ll leave feeling refreshed, revived and totally relaxed.


Day visitors welcome


If you aren’t lucky enough to be staying at Celtic Haven, you’ll be pleased to hear day visitors are always welcome – the leisure facilities, golf course, Waves restaurant and Elemis spa are all open to non-residents.


Celtic Haven is less than 10 minutes from Tenby, has free parking and is directly on the 349 bus route. For walkers, it is right on the coast path – walk there in the cool of the morning, have lunch at Waves and enjoy a swim or round of golf in the afternoon.


Get in touch


So, make sure you take time to visit Celtic Haven on your holiday – just look for the character white cottages in Lydstep on the Tenby to Manorbier road. It’s a great way to spend a summer’s day!


Caldey


A pleasant boat trip from Tenby Harbour takes you to the beautiful and fascinating island of Caldey. Caldey has been inhabited since the Stone Age, and has been home to various orders of monks since Celtic times. It is now owned by monks of the Cistercian Order, whose picturesque monastery overlooks the Village Green and the pretty cottages of the islanders.


You can explore Caldey’s historic churches and Old Priory and visit the Video Centre to find out more about life in the Monastery. In the village you can buy the perfumes, chocolate and shortbread made on the island. The village Post Office is also a museum giving an interesting insight into Caldey’s history. Postcards and special covers are franked with the Caldey Island hand stamp.


A walk up to the lighthouse opens up panoramic views of the


Pembrokeshire coast, Gower Peninsula and Lundy Island. The recently extended Cliff Path continues around the headland to West Beacon Point, circling back to the Chocolate Factory and Old Priory. You can also follow the circular Woodland and Quarry Walk from the village, or simply to relax on the expansive sandy beach at Priory Bay, perhaps enjoy an unhurried snack at the tea gardens, or take a leisurely picnic in the peaceful, pollution-free surroundings of this unique island.


Boats from Tenby Harbour: Easter to October, Monday to Friday from 10 am.


Also on Saturdays from May to September. Enquiries: 01834 844453/ 842296 www.caldey-island.co.uk


• Please note that due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Caldey Island made the decision to close for this summer. However, instead,


Tenby boatmen are running pleasure trips to view the island and coastline and it is hoped you will return to enjoy it when it opens again


Observer Summer Guide 2020


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