Carmarthenshire the Garden of Wales...

Carmarthenshire offers a wealth of opportunities for people of all ages and abilities, whatever the weather. It is a county for all the seasons.

This unspoilt rural county combines stunning coastal scenery with broad river valleys, moorland,hills and lakes, a paradise for nature lovers with all the facilities the discerning traveller requires, from three and four star hotels to country retreats that can cater for any size group.

	National Botanic Gardens Visit the first National Botanic Garden of Wales. Discover how the rarest plants in the owrld are being preserved and learn a little a bit more about the world.
Hywel Dda gardens and Interpretive Centre A memorial to commemorate one of Wales' greatest historical figures Hywel ap 'Cadell' King of Wales.
	Aberglasney Gardens Spectaculary set in the beautiful Tywi Valley, Aberglasney Gardens has been an inspiration to poets since 1477
Gelli Aur Country Park Welcome to Gelli Aur Country Park and 60 acres of wooded parkland surrounding a magnificent mansion. With commanding views across the beautiful Towy Valley, Gelli Aur was once the home of the Vaughan and Cawdor families.
	Aberdeunant Farm In an unspoilt setting the farmhouse provides a rare insight into an aspect of agricultural life that has all but disappeared.
Pembrey Country Park People visit Pembrey Country Park for many different reasons. Some to enjoy the freedom to wander around 202 hectares of glorious parkland, some to take advantage of one of the best beaches in the UK, others to use the host of excellent family attractions found in the Park.

Carmarthenshire's title as the Garden of Wales is no hollow claim. Carmarthenshire has an outstanding collection of gardens, green spaces and beautiful places like Middleton - National Botanic Garden of Wales, or Aberglasney, Dinefwr and Gelli Aur all waiting to be discovered.

Carmarthenshire countryside is truly stunning with the Black Mountains (part of Brecon Beacons National Park) in the east, long sandy beaches in the south (including that of Laugharne, home to writer Dylan Thomas)and to the North and West, the wonderful valleys of the Tywi, Cothi,Tefi, Gwendraeth and Taf, where the Red Kite is a common sight as it soars over the countryside.

There are plenty of other attractions in the county too you can visit pre historic sites, medieval castles, celebrate the achievements of the King of all Wales at the Hywel Dda Interpretive Centre plus numerous National Trust properties to explore. Our museums offer insight into every aspect of Welsh history from industry to religion even speed.

Carmarthenshire is known for its strong arts and crafts tradition, potters, weavers, wood turners and lots more who use their skills to produce beautiful gifts that are sold throughout the county.

For food lovers, a wide variety of home produced quality products can be bought at the monthly farmers' markets in Carmarthen and Llanelli or sampled at a Celtic Evening. A visit to the Chocolate farm near Llanboidy is a treat for the sweet toothed of any age!

All this and more within 1 hour of Cardiff.We have all the ingredients for a perfect break - central location, concentration of facilities, attractions and accommodation. The opportunities for full and half day tours throughout the region are endless.

Gardens may be Carmarthenshire speciality but as you can tell there's no shortage of other attractions to add interest to your visit.

Courtesy of Carmarthen County Council