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Pembrokeshire

The land of myth and legend

Pembrokeshire is the land of myth and legend, from St David, to King Arthur, to Stonehenge. It’s also featured strongly in The Mabinogion, the 11th century collection of Welsh folktales that inspire many names to this day.

Our beautiful county is lapped by sea on three sides, bringing together a stunning blend of dramatic seascapes with glorious countryside. It’s an area of outstanding natural beauty and home to the only coastal National Park in the UK.

From our central position, snuggled in the rolling Narberth hills, Grove is the perfect base for exploring all that Pembrokeshire has to offer.

one of britain’s National Trails

Pembrokeshire National Coast Path

186 miles long and stretching from Amroth in the south to Poppit in the north, our beautiful coast path passes 58 beaches and 14 harbours.

What makes the Pembrokeshire Coast Path so interesting is the variety of landscapes, ranging from steep limestone cliffs, undulating red sandstone bays, volcanic headlands, and flooded glacial valleys. There are also some remarkably quaint towns and villages to explore on route.

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The Preseli Hills

Away from the sea, the landscape rises into the Preseli Hills. Wild and atmospheric, the hills are dotted with prehistoric sites and ancient monuments, with far-reaching views across the county and towards the coast.

The Golden Road follows an ancient route along the ridge, while the remains of former slate quarries offer glimpses into the area’s industrial past. The hills are also closely connected to the story of Stonehenge, with the famous bluestones believed to have originated here.

For Grove, this is part of what makes Pembrokeshire so special: within a relatively short distance, the landscape can change from open moorland and ancient hills to dramatic cliffs and wide sandy beaches.

Narberth, our local town

Lined with colourful Edwardian and Georgian buildings, the gorgeous market town of Narberth is just a mile from Grove.

Narberth has a deserved reputation as the leading independent shopping experience in Wales, with a range of quality gift and antique shops, boutique fashion stores, art galleries, and  a lovely variety of cafes and restaurants.

The Golden Sheaf Gallery exhibits and sells local art, ironwork, textiles and ceramics. Welsh Farmhouse sells a range of gifts and top-end country fashions, while Whites Boutique is a must-visit for womenswear. The Narberth Pottery has been making ceramics with outstanding glazes for decades.

The annual Narberth food festival takes place in September and showcases why Narberth is unofficially known as the food capital of Pembrokeshire. One of our favourite places to lunch is Spanish deli, Ultracomida – look out for the chorizo in Welsh cider and ox cheeks cooked in fino.

A landscape rich in history

Pembrokeshire’s history is written across the landscape, from prehistoric monuments and ancient settlements to medieval castles, historic houses and places that celebrate Wales’ rich cultural heritage.

The county’s gardens are equally shaped by its landscape and climate, with woodland gardens, walled gardens and historic estates offering a different way to experience Pembrokeshire through the seasons.

Come and explore

Whether you come for the coast, the countryside, the food, the history or simply the chance to spend a few days somewhere beautiful, Pembrokeshire rewards curiosity.

And with Grove as your base, there’s no need to choose between the coast and the countryside. Spend the morning walking a section of the Coast Path, explore a market town in the afternoon, then return to the house for dinner and an evening in the gardens.

We know Pembrokeshire well, and we’d love to help you discover it.

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