was invaded and colonised in around 1093. Much of the medieval castle walls

built by the    Pembrokeshire Earls > in 1264 to fortify the town from Welsh rebellion

have survived intact to the present day
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of this bygone age  Tenby  > did not become a popular tourist destination until after

the Victorians began visiting the town for the health benefits they believed the resort

offered. It was popularised by  Sir William Paxton > and in 1863

The Industrial revolution arrived in the form of railways and shipping lanes

and the tourist industry truly boomed

The current lifeboat   Sir Galahad  >  inherits 150 years of history, and over

200 successful rescues. It's station house stands between Castle Hill and the Harbour

and is open to the public during the summer months from until 9pm,Monday to Saturday
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with breathtaking views across an ever-changing succession of sandy beaches

smugglers caves and soaring cliffs. Views also include the offshore

islands , home to seabird colonies and blanketed with wild flowers

Pembrokeshire is a delight for bird watchers, especially along the cliffs themselves

occupied in early summer by communities of nesting birds

The shoreline is also home to a number of grey seals that can be seen

basking on the tidal rocks
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Easy to find take the A477 from   Carmarthan  >  towards   Saundersfoot  >  cut off at Llanteg

follow the signs for   Colby Woodland Garden  >  (N T)
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THE WALK

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UK  Weather  >

To Start climb a moderate hill out of Amroth to Wisemans Bridge (Toilets & pub)

Take the level old tramway & tunnels into Saundersfoot

Proceed round the harbour, onto Glen Beach & up an easy hill

Don’t be tempted to continue on the beach to Monkstone Beach as there’s no easy access

back up to the Coast Path from here
 
 

The coast path between Saundersfoot and Wiseman's Bridge follows the old tramway

which was used to haul coal from Stepaside to the quay at Saundersfoot

The path goes through three tunnels
 
 

Walk along an undulating wooded path from here, all the way to Tenby

There’s a steepish drop down to Lodge Valley & moderate climb back to the other side

There’s also a steepish climb out of the next valley at Waterwynch

Emerge above Tenby north beach & proceed into town

Walk round to south beach at low tide or via the town centre & The Esplanade if not

Walk the length of South Beach or cut inland to follow the railway line if the

rifle range at the far end of South Beach is in use
 
 

Take the easy hill at the end & level cliff top to Lydstep

Walk through the caravan park

Climb a moderate tarmac hill on the far side

Take a rough track on right for Lydstep village

Turn left & continue for half a mile for the youth hostel

If in doubt, follow the acorn symbols that indicate where the route goes
 
 

When the tide goes out it is possible to walk all the way from Amroth to Tenby along a fine sandy beach

 Amroth is at one end of the   Pembrokeshire Coastal Path  >  a 180 mile long distance walk
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Most of this walk is suitable for all however part of the coastal path may not be suitable

for all abilities
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