Dylan Thomas' Boat House

Dylan's Walk, Laugharne, Carmarthenshire
Dylan Thomas was one of the greatest writers from Wales and a giant in the 20th century. The most renowned in a school of Anglo-Welsh writers that flourished during that period. He made particular use of the, then, new mass media technologies of broadcasting and recording.

Dylan Thomas was born in Swansea but his family roots were in Carmarthenshire and it was this county that provided him with a constant source of inspiration. He lived at the Boathouse for the last four years of his life during which time many major pieces of work were written - including Under Milk Wood.

The Boathouse, where Dylan and Caitlin lived with their children, Aeronwy, Llewelyn and Colm from 1949 to 1953, is now a heritage centre. The house now contains audio visual presentations, original furnishings and memorabilia, a themed bookshop, tea room, viewing platform and terrace.

Set in a cliff overlooking the glorious, 'heron priested' Taf Estuary the Boathouse offers a fascinating visit including memorabilia, interpretation, bookshop and tea-room.

The Boat House is open every day throughout the year (with exception to Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day) with seasonal hours that apply through the summer and winter months.

For further indepth reading, educational information and a virtual tour of the Boat House please click on www.dylanthomasboathouse.com or telephone  01994 427420.

Courtesy of Carmarthen County Council