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Tenby

Tenby (Welsh: Dinbych-y-pysgod, meaning "little fort of the fishes") is a historic seaside town and community in Pembrokeshire, southwestern Wales, located on the western shore of Carmarthen Bay within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.^[1]^[2] Built along clifftops and surrounded by sandy beaches such as North Beach, South Beach, and Castle Beach, it features a well-preserved medieval core with narrow streets, colorful Georgian and Victorian architecture, and over 370 listed buildings.^[2] With a population of 4,090 as recorded in the 2021 Census, Tenby serves as a vibrant market town and premier tourist destination, drawing visitors for its coastal paths, harbor, and natural sites like St Catherine's Island and the Ritec Fen SSSI.^[3] Originally established as a Welsh fortress in the pre-Norman era, Tenby was captured by Norman forces in the late 11th century and developed as a borough in the 13th century, with the castle originating in the 12th century and town walls constructed by the Earls of Pembroke, including William de Valence, for defense against Welsh raids.^[4] The 13th-century town walls, largely intact and enclosing about 30 acres, represent one of Wales's finest medieval defensive structures, while the castle ruins overlook the harbor and date to the 1100s.^[2] First chartered around 1290 by William de Valence and later by subsequent monarchs, including Elizabeth I in 1581, the town evolved from a fishing and trading port—evident in its heraldic dolphins—into a prosperous Victorian seaside resort during the 19th century, boosted by the arrival of the railway in 1863 and the promotion of its mild climate and spa facilities.^[1]^[4] Today, Tenby's economy is predominantly driven by tourism, which supports local shops, accommodations, and seasonal events, transforming its former fishing heritage into a year-round attraction for coastal walks along the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, water sports, and cultural sites like the Tudor Merchant's House.^[5] The town also benefits from its position on National Cycle Network Route 4 and proximity to marine protected areas, including the Carmarthen Bay SAC and Tenby Cliffs SSSI, enhancing its appeal as an eco-tourism hub while preserving its historic and natural assets.^[2]

Geography and Climate

Location and Topography

Tenby is a walled coastal town situated in southwest Wales, within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, on the western shore of Carmarthen Bay approximately 16 km east of Pembroke.^[6] Its geographic coordinates are 51°40′28″N 4°42′16″W.^[7] The town forms part of the Pembrokeshire unitary authority, governed by Pembrokeshire County Council.^[8] The topography of Tenby features a distinctive coastal landscape with rolling lowlands transitioning to the shore, including three prominent sandy beaches: North Beach, South Beach, and the smaller Castle Beach, which is divided by St Catherine's Island at high tide.^[9]^[10] Medieval town walls, constructed primarily in the 13th and 14th centuries, encircle the historic core, integrating with the natural cliffs and providing a defining boundary to the urban form.^[11] Approximately 1 km offshore lies Caldey Island, a prominent landmark visible from the town's southern beaches and contributing to the sheltered bay environment.^[12] Geologically, the area is dominated by Carboniferous limestone bedrock, forming rugged cliffs and outcrops that characterize the coastline around Tenby and St Catherine's Island, a tidal limestone feature accessible at low tide.^[9] Carmarthen Bay's shallow waters and sediment dynamics influence local erosion patterns, with rocky cliffs experiencing gradual abrasion and longshore drift affecting beach profiles, while also creating a natural harbor in North Bay that supports maritime activities.^[13]^[14] These features underscore Tenby's intimate connection to its coastal setting, where the bay's configuration moderates wave exposure and shapes the town's topographic identity.

Climate

Tenby features a temperate maritime climate, classified under the Köppen system as Cfb (oceanic), characterized by mild temperatures, high humidity, and significant precipitation influenced by the Atlantic Ocean. The prevailing westerly winds from the Atlantic moderate extremes, bringing consistent moisture and preventing severe continental weather patterns. This climate supports lush vegetation and makes Tenby a reliable mild destination along the Pembrokeshire coast. Based on Met Office data from 1991–2020, the annual average daily maximum temperature in Tenby is 14.0°C, while the average daily minimum is 7.5°C, reflecting the location's coastal buffering against temperature swings. Winters are mild, with daily highs typically around 8–9°C and lows rarely dropping below 0°C, whereas summers remain cool, with highs averaging 18–20°C in July and August. Annual rainfall totals approximately 1,136 mm, distributed relatively evenly but peaking in autumn and winter months (October–February averaging 100–120 mm per month), while summers are the driest (May–August around 70–90 mm). These patterns underscore the influence of Atlantic depressions, which drive wetter conditions during the cooler seasons.^[15] Temperature extremes are infrequent due to the maritime setting, but records include a high of 30.2°C on 3 July 1976 during the European heatwave and a low of -7.8°C on 13 January 1982 amid a cold snap.^[16] Recent trends indicate slight warming since 2020, consistent with broader UK patterns, where 2023 marked the second-warmest year on record overall and one of the wettest, with Wales experiencing its warmest year to date; 2024 was the UK's fourth-warmest year, and summer 2025 was the warmest summer on record for both the UK and Wales. This warming has subtly extended the shoulder seasons for outdoor activities, though increased winter rainfall has heightened flood risks in low-lying areas.^[17]^[18]^[19]

History

Origins and Medieval Period

The earliest known reference to Tenby appears in the 9th-century Welsh poem Etmic Dinbych (In Praise of Tenby), preserved in the 14th-century Book of Taliesin, where it is described as Dinbych y Pysgod, translating to "little fort of the fishes," suggesting an early fishing settlement or hillfort on the site.^[20] Archaeological evidence indicates human activity in the area dating back to prehistoric times, but the town's structured development began with the Norman conquest of southwest Wales around 1093, when it was established as a defended borough under Anglo-Norman control to secure the coastal frontier.^[21] By the early 12th century, a wooden fortification stood on Castle Hill, marking Tenby's role as a strategic outpost amid ongoing tensions between Normans and native Welsh forces.^[22] The arrival of Flemish settlers around 1107–1111, encouraged by King Henry I following floods in Flanders, significantly shaped Tenby's early medieval society, introducing a diverse population that blended Flemish, Norman, and Welsh elements and contributed to agricultural and trade innovations in Pembrokeshire, known as "Little England beyond Wales."^[23] This period saw Tenby emerge as a vital trading port, exporting wool to Europe and supporting a local fishing industry, while maintaining monastic connections to the Benedictine priory on nearby Caldey Island, founded in the 12th century as a dependency of the Abbey of St. Florence in France.^[24] However, the town faced repeated Welsh incursions, including sackings in 1153 by Maredudd and Rhys ap Gruffydd, in 1187 by Maelgwn ap Rhys, and a near-total destruction in 1260 by Llywelyn ap Gruffudd, which underscored the need for stronger defenses.^[25] In response to these threats, extensive fortifications were erected in the late 13th century. Between approximately 1260 and 1300, the Earls of Pembroke oversaw the construction of stone town walls about 3 km in length, enclosing the medieval core with four principal gates—North, South, West, and Quay Hill—and multiple towers for surveillance.^[11] Harbor improvements, including quays and protective structures, enhanced Tenby's capacity as a commercial hub during this era. In the 1280s, William de Valence, 1st Earl of Pembroke, granted the town its inaugural charter, confirming burgess rights, market privileges, and self-governance, which solidified its status as a prosperous medieval borough under royal protection.^[26]

Tudor Era to Civil War

During the Wars of the Roses, Tenby served as a key Lancastrian stronghold in Wales, with its town walls significantly strengthened in 1457 under the patronage of Jasper Tudor, Earl of Pembroke, who agreed to cover half the rebuilding costs after the fortifications had fallen into disrepair.^[27] Jasper, half-brother to King Henry VI and lord of the manor through his earldom, oversaw these enhancements to bolster defenses against Yorkist forces amid the escalating conflict.^[28] In 1471, following the Yorkist victory at the Battle of Tewkesbury, Jasper and his 14-year-old nephew Henry Tudor (the future Henry VII) sought refuge in Tenby as fugitive Lancastrians, using the town's cellars and tunnels to evade capture before escaping by sea to Brittany on June 2.^[29] The Tudor dynasty's ascension brought prosperity to Tenby as a bustling port, fueled by trade in cloth, wine, and other goods with continental Europe and Ireland, exemplified by the construction of merchant houses like the surviving 15th-16th century structure now managed by the National Trust.^[30] The Laws in Wales Acts of 1535 and 1542, culminating in the Act of Union, formally integrated Welsh towns like Tenby into the English legal and administrative system, dividing Wales into shires such as Pembrokeshire and applying English common law, which stabilized governance and supported continued maritime commerce.^[31] This era also saw investments in shipbuilding at the harbor, initiated by Jasper Tudor's earlier improvements, alongside fortifications to counter piracy threats from French privateers and coastal raiders during the Anglo-French wars.^[32] Tenby's allegiance shifted during the English Civil Wars, declaring for Parliament in 1644 under the influence of local commander Rowland Laugharne, who secured the town as a supply base for Parliamentary forces in South Wales.^[33] By the Second Civil War in 1648, however, discontented former Parliamentarians like Colonel Rice Powell seized Tenby Castle for the Royalists, holding it with around 500 troops until Oliver Cromwell's forces besieged and starved the garrison into surrender after ten weeks on May 31.^[34] The town's fortifications, including the walls and castle, proved resilient but could not withstand the prolonged blockade.^[35] The aftermath brought further devastation: a plague outbreak in 1650 confined residents within the walls, killing approximately half the population—from around 1,000 to 500—through isolation measures that limited access to supplies.^[29] This epidemic exacerbated the economic strain from wartime damage, though early cartographic records like John Speed's 1610 map of Pembrokeshire, featured in his Theatre of the Empire of Great Britaine, preserved a detailed view of Tenby's layout, including its walls, harbor, and key buildings, highlighting its strategic coastal position.^[36]

Decline and Revival

Following the English Civil War, in which Tenby sided with the Royalists and was besieged by Parliamentary forces in 1648, the town entered a period of profound decline exacerbated by a plague outbreak in 1650 that killed roughly half its remaining population of around 1,000.^[37]^[38] Trade, once vibrant as a medieval port, dwindled due to the silting of the harbor, shifting commercial routes, and competition from larger ports like Bristol, reducing Tenby to a quiet coastal settlement by the late 17th century.^[39]^[29] The Napoleonic Wars (1803–1815) compounded these challenges through disrupted maritime commerce and heightened coastal defenses against potential French invasion, further stifling economic recovery. Tenby's revival as a resort town commenced in the early 19th century under the patronage of Sir William Paxton, a wealthy East India Company official who purchased local estates in 1802 and invested substantially in tourism infrastructure. Paxton introduced sea-bathing machines to promote therapeutic dips in the sea, constructed the Royal Assembly Rooms in 1803 for social gatherings, and engineered a piped water supply from nearby springs to enhance hygiene and appeal for visitors.^[40]^[29]^[38] These developments, aligned with the growing fashion for sea bathing as a health remedy, spurred population growth to 5,080 by the 1801 census, reflecting early momentum in the town's transformation.^[41] By the Victorian era, Tenby had emerged as a prestigious seaside resort, lauded for its invigorating sea air and bathing facilities that were believed to cure ailments from rheumatism to melancholy. The opening of the Pembroke and Tenby Railway in 1863 revolutionized access, allowing day-trippers and extended stays that dramatically increased visitor numbers and solidified the town's economic shift from trade to tourism.^[42]^[43] Notable establishments like the rebuilt Cobourg Hotel in 1816 and the White Lion Inn from around 1800 catered to this influx, while Tenby's designation as a health spa attracted elite and middle-class patrons seeking restorative coastal holidays.^[44]

Modern Developments

In the 20th century, Tenby underwent significant administrative changes, with its municipal borough status abolished in 1974 under the Local Government Act 1972, leading to its integration into the newly formed South Pembrokeshire district within the county of Dyfed.^[45] During World War II, the town saw the construction of coastal defenses, including minefields on South Beach and training trenches on nearby cliffs at Penally, as part of broader efforts to protect the Pembrokeshire coastline from potential invasion.^[46]^[47] Post-war, Tenby experienced a tourism boom from the 1950s onward, shifting toward a "cheap and cheerful" holiday image that solidified its role as a popular seaside destination, building on Victorian foundations but expanding with increased domestic visitors.^[48] Entering the 21st century, Tenby's population stood at 4,696 according to the 2011 census, but declined to 4,090 by the 2021 census, reflecting broader trends in rural Welsh communities.^[3]^[3] The COVID-19 pandemic severely disrupted tourism, Tenby's economic mainstay, but recovery began in 2021 with the easing of restrictions, leading to a surge in domestic visitors by 2023 as businesses adapted to post-pandemic travel patterns.^[49]^[50] Recent infrastructure projects underscore Tenby's ongoing development. Construction on the Brynhir housing development commenced in late 2025, aiming to deliver 125 homes by 2029, of which 93 will be affordable units to address local housing needs.^[51] Concurrently, the former town hall and adjacent market hall received approval for conversion into a luxury spa hotel, restaurant, and café in early 2025, with completion targeted within 18 months to enhance tourism offerings.^[52] Despite these advancements, Tenby faced challenges from adverse weather, with heavy rains in 2023 reducing visitor numbers and impacting coastal businesses amid a broader Welsh tourism downturn.^[50] In 2025, however, the town was recognized as the UK's most captivating seaside destination, highlighting its enduring appeal through beaches, heritage, and coastal charm.^[53]

Demographics

Population Trends

Tenby's population has undergone significant historical shifts, reflecting its evolution from a medieval port to a modern resort town. In the mid-17th century, estimates place the town's population at around 1,000 prior to a devastating plague outbreak in 1650 that killed approximately half the residents, reducing it to roughly 500.^[43] By the 1801 census, the population of the Tenby civil parish had recovered to 1,107 residents.^[41] This figure grew steadily through the 19th century as Tenby developed as a seaside destination, reaching 4,945 in the municipal borough by the 1851 census.^[54] The population continued to expand modestly in the latter half of the 19th century, reaching 5,058 by 1861 before stabilizing in the 20th century amid broader economic changes in Wales. By the 2011 census, Tenby's resident population stood at 4,696, reflecting relative stability over several decades.^[3] The 2021 census recorded a decline to 4,090 residents, a 12.8% drop from 2011 or an average annual change of -1.4%, with the urban area's population density at 2,745 inhabitants per square kilometer across 1.49 km².^[3] Several factors influence these trends, including a pronounced seasonal influx from tourism that boosts the effective population to tens of thousands during summer months, far exceeding the year-round figure.^[49] Post-1974 local government reorganization, which integrated Tenby into the new Dyfed county structure, migration patterns shifted toward increased inflows of retirees and second-home owners, contributing to long-term stability despite recent declines.

Composition and Diversity

Tenby's population exhibits a notably aged structure, with 30.2% of residents aged 65 and over according to the 2021 Census, significantly higher than the UK national average of 18.4%.^[3] The median age stands at approximately 50 years, contributing to low birth rates evidenced by only 16.5% of the population being under 18 years old.^[55] This demographic profile underscores challenges associated with an aging community, though detailed impacts on sectors like housing are addressed elsewhere. In terms of ethnicity, the 2021 Census records 97.4% of Tenby's residents as White, with small minority groups including 1.2% Asian, 1.0% mixed or multiple ethnicities, and less than 1% each for Black, Arab, and other categories.^[3] This homogeneity reflects broader patterns in Pembrokeshire, where 97.6% identified as White.^[55] Historically, Tenby's demographic composition stems from a medieval mix of Welsh natives and Flemish settlers encouraged by Norman lords in the 12th century, fostering a distinct cultural blend in south Pembrokeshire known as "Little England beyond Wales."^[56] Linguistic diversity centers on the Welsh language, with around 20% of residents aged three and over able to speak it, aligning closely with the 17.2% rate across Pembrokeshire.^[55] Bilingual signage is prevalent in public spaces, supporting everyday use, while Welsh-medium education helps sustain proficiency among younger generations. Household composition further highlights the aging trend, with an average size of 2.1 persons and approximately 30% consisting of single-person households, many occupied by those over 65.^[55] This structure, slightly below the Welsh average of 2.3, emphasizes smaller, often retiree-led units.^[57]

Governance

Town Council

Tenby Town Council is the lowest tier of local government in the town, serving as a statutory community council responsible for hyper-local services and community engagement. It traces its historical continuity to the town's first charter, granted in 1290 by William de Valence, Lord of Pembroke, which established early borough rights and governance structures.^[45] The modern form of the council was established under the Local Government (Wales) Act 1994, which reorganized local authorities in Wales and took effect in 1996, confirming community councils like Tenby's role in parish-level administration. The council consists of 13 elected councillors, with 6 representing the North Ward and 7 the South Ward, elected for four-year terms.^[58] The mayor is selected annually from among the councillors; Councillor Dai Morgan has served as mayor since 2023, re-elected for a third consecutive term in May 2025, emphasizing a community-focused approach.^[59] Full council meetings occur on the second Tuesday of each month, excluding August, and are open to the public, though attendees cannot speak except during a designated 10-minute participation session at the start.^[60] Key responsibilities include maintaining public amenities such as the Jubilee Play Area, Tenby New Cemetery, and floral displays; organizing civic events like the Remembrance Day Parade and Christmas lighting; and promoting tourism through grants and partnerships, such as support for the De Valence Pavilion.^[61] The council also acts as a consultee on planning applications, provides community grants to local charities, and liaises with higher authorities on issues like highways and policing.^[58] Its annual precept for 2024/25 totaled £278,001.53, funding operations across staffing (44%), play areas and displays (17%), grants (13%), and tourism initiatives (11%).^[61] Recent initiatives highlight the council's commitment to recognizing community contributions; in 2023, it awarded the Freedom of the Town—its highest honor, last conferred over 50 years prior—to former mayors Sue Lane and Trevor Hallett for their dedicated service.^[62] Decisions are made transparently in public sessions, with minutes available for inspection, ensuring accountability in areas like event organization and amenity upkeep.^[60]

County Administration

Pembrokeshire County Council acts as the unitary authority overseeing local governance in Tenby as part of the broader county, having been established in 1996 to replace previous administrative structures. The council consists of 60 elected councillors representing various wards across Pembrokeshire, with Tenby specifically electing two councillors to advocate for local interests within the county framework.^[63]^[61] The council delivers key services to Tenby residents, encompassing waste management through scheduled collections and recycling facilities, social care provisions for vulnerable adults and children including assessments and support planning, and strategic planning to guide development. A notable example is the council's role in the Brynhir housing development, where initial construction began in November 2025 following secured permissions for 125 affordable homes to address local needs.^[64]^[65]^[51] Tenby's administration is shaped by its position within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, where policies must align with the National Park Authority's emphasis on conserving landscape and biodiversity alongside sustainable growth. The council's Local Development Plan review, targeting the 2022–2037 period, incorporates provisions for housing expansion—aiming for nearly 2,000 affordable units county-wide—while integrating environmental safeguards influenced by the park's boundaries.^[2]^[66]^[67] In recent initiatives, the council has advanced flood defenses and risk management, responding to 2023 events like Storm Babet and Storm Ciarán through emergency coordination and support for 71 community flood plans across Wales, including measures for Tenby's vulnerable coastal areas. The council also engages in regional collaboration on tourism strategies, providing annual grants of £152,000 to Visit Pembrokeshire since 2025 to enhance marketing and sustainable visitor experiences in Tenby and beyond.^[68]^[69]

Economy

Tourism and Retail

Tourism forms the cornerstone of Tenby's economy, with the sector contributing significantly to the broader Pembrokeshire region's prosperity. In 2023, tourism generated an estimated £604 million in economic value across Pembrokeshire, accounting for approximately 69% of the area's total tourism impact through visitor spending on accommodations, dining, and activities.^[70]^[71] Tenby, as a primary draw within this region, attracts around two million visitors annually, bolstering local revenue through day trips and stays.^[72] The town's appeal was further recognized in 2025 when it was named one of the UK's best seaside destinations by Rough Guides and earned top marks for its beaches in the Which? seaside survey.^[73]^[74] Retail in Tenby thrives around the historic harbor and town center, where independent shops, galleries, and markets cater to both locals and tourists. The Tenby Indoor Market, housed in a Grade II-listed building dating back to 1290, offers local produce, crafts, and antiques, while seasonal pop-up stalls along the waterfront enhance the visitor experience during peak months.^[75] The economy exhibits strong seasonality, with many businesses operating on summer-focused schedules; a substantial portion in tourism-dependent seaside locales like Tenby relies on visitor traffic for viability.^[76] This includes harbor-side outlets selling nautical goods and souvenirs, which see heightened activity from May to September. Employment in hospitality and tourism underscores the sector's dominance, supporting about 23% of jobs in Pembrokeshire as of 2023, with around 12,000 direct positions tied to visitor services in the county.^[71] In Tenby specifically, roles in hotels, restaurants, and retail outlets form a key employment base, though the industry faces ongoing challenges such as staff shortages exacerbated by travel-to-work barriers and post-pandemic recovery.^[77] A 2025 study highlighted difficulties in accessing workers along key routes like the B4318, prompting calls for improved bus services to sustain operations amid broader Welsh tourism pressures.^[77]^[78] Post-COVID sustainability efforts have emphasized greener practices to balance growth with environmental protection. Visit Pembrokeshire has advanced initiatives for responsible tourism, including enhanced green infrastructure along Tenby's coastal paths and brooks to mitigate flood risks and boost biodiversity.^[79]^[80] These measures align with Wales' recovery strategies, fostering an economic multiplier effect where visitor spending circulates through local supply chains, amplifying impacts on agriculture, transport, and retail.^[81]

Housing and Other Sectors

Tenby's housing market reflects the pressures of a coastal location with high demand from tourism and second-home ownership. The average house price in Tenby reached approximately £276,000 in 2024, driven by limited supply and desirability as a seaside destination.^[82] Second homes and holiday lets comprise around 28% of properties in the town, exacerbating affordability issues for local residents and contributing to seasonal population fluctuations.^[83] A key development addressing these challenges is the Brynhir housing project, initiated in late 2025 by Pembrokeshire County Council. This scheme will deliver 125 new homes on a site east of the town, with 93 units designated as affordable housing through social and intermediate rent options, representing about 75% of the total. Construction is phased for earlier availability, with full completion expected by 2029, and it includes a mix of dwelling sizes to support diverse local needs.^[51] Housing challenges in Tenby are compounded by an aging population, which requires more adaptable and specialized accommodations such as sheltered or extra-care units. Pembrokeshire's broader housing strategy highlights the need to account for this demographic shift, with an emphasis on increasing supply for older residents who may face barriers in accessing suitable, affordable options. Additionally, 2025 research by the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority has identified travel-to-work barriers as a significant recruitment hurdle for non-tourism jobs in Tenby, affecting businesses' ability to attract and retain staff amid housing costs and transport limitations.^[84]^[85] Beyond housing, Tenby's economy includes minor sectors that provide diversification from tourism dominance. The fishing industry, once a cornerstone of the town's economy, has declined significantly since the early 20th century due to overexploitation and shifting priorities toward leisure uses of the harbor, but it remains active on a small scale with local vessels operating from Tenby Harbour for coastal catches. Light industry is limited but present, particularly in boat repair and maintenance activities at the harbor, supporting maritime heritage and small-scale operations. The rise of remote work since 2020 has also introduced new opportunities, aligning with national trends in Wales where hybrid models have persisted post-pandemic, enabling more residents to access non-local employment without relocation.^[86]^[87] Looking ahead, the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park's Local Development Plan 2 outlines provisions for approximately 960 new housing units across the region from 2021 to 2031, including commitments to affordable housing to meet ongoing needs in areas like Tenby. This framework supports balanced growth, with an estimated 362 affordable units, aiming to address population pressures while preserving the area's character through 2031.^[88]

Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

Tenby provides compulsory education through three primary schools and one secondary school, catering to children from ages 3 to 16 under the Curriculum for Wales framework. The primary schools emphasize foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and personal development, with options for English-medium and Welsh-medium instruction. Tenby Church in Wales Voluntary Controlled Primary School, located on Sutton Street, serves approximately 259 pupils aged 3–11 and features a Learning Resource Centre for specialist support in additional learning needs. ^[89] ^[90] St Teilo's Catholic Primary School on Greenhill Road enrolls about 80 pupils aged 3–11 as of 2024, fostering a faith-based environment that welcomes pupils from diverse backgrounds. ^[91] Ysgol Hafan y Môr, a Welsh-medium community school on Heywood Lane, has 223 pupils aged 3–11 and promotes bilingual proficiency through immersive teaching. ^[92] ^[93] The sole secondary school, Ysgol Greenhill on Heywood Lane, educates around 900 pupils aged 11–16 (with a sixth form up to 18) as of 2025 and delivers a broad curriculum including core subjects, vocational options, and extracurricular activities. ^[94] In 2023, the school's GCSE results highlighted notable achievements, such as multiple pupils securing 10 A* grades, reflecting ongoing improvements in attainment following earlier challenges. ^[95] These outcomes exceeded expectations in several subjects, supporting the school's transition out of special measures by 2023. A 2024 Estyn inspection rated the school positively overall, though it recommended improvements in Welsh language provision; in 2025, over 700 building faults were identified, prompting calls for a rebuild to enhance facilities. ^[96] ^[94] All Tenby schools incorporate provisions for pupils with additional learning needs, including dedicated support teams and tailored interventions to ensure inclusive access to education. ^[97] ^[90] Following the COVID-19 pandemic, Pembrokeshire schools, including those in Tenby, benefited from Welsh Government initiatives providing over 16,000 digital devices and broadband access to enhance remote and hybrid learning capabilities. ^[98] Enrollment across Tenby's primary and secondary schools remained stable in 2023, totaling approximately 1,500 pupils. ^[99] This consistency supports consistent resource allocation and community-focused education.

Further Education Opportunities

Further education opportunities in Tenby are centered on vocational training and adult learning programs accessible within Pembrokeshire, with the primary provider being Pembrokeshire College in nearby Haverfordwest. This institution serves the region by offering a broad range of post-16 vocational courses to approximately 13,000 full- and part-time students annually, focusing on skills development for local industries.^[100] Key programs include diplomas in hospitality and tourism, tailored to support Tenby's tourism-driven economy through practical training in customer service, event management, and accommodation operations.^[101] Adult education is facilitated locally through the Tenby Community Learning Centre, operated by Pembrokeshire County Council, which provides part-time courses in a supportive environment for learners aged 16 and over. Offerings encompass essential skills such as English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Welsh language classes, and qualification pathways including GCSE equivalents in maths and English, enabling residents to upskill without relocating.^[102]^[103] These initiatives are complemented by community-based adult learning under Learning Pembrokeshire, which delivers non-vocational and hobby-related courses in venues across Tenby.^[103] Access to higher education beyond the county includes reliable bus and train connections to Swansea University, located about 85 km away, with journeys taking around 1.5 to 2 hours.^[104]^[105] Following the expansion of digital infrastructure post-2020, online and blended learning options from institutions like Swansea University have become more viable for Tenby residents, reducing barriers for degree-level study in fields such as business and environmental sciences.^[106] Vocational pathways also feature apprenticeships in retail and hospitality, with opportunities listed for Tenby-based roles that combine on-the-job training with qualifications at levels 2-4, helping to retain young talent locally.^[107] However, limited on-site higher education facilities in Tenby contribute to significant youth out-migration, as many school leavers pursue university degrees elsewhere, with rural Pembrokeshire experiencing a net loss of young people amid broader population declines in the under-25 age group.^[108]^[109]

Culture

Arts and Museums

Tenby Museum and Art Gallery, established in 1878, is the oldest independent museum in Wales and serves as a key cultural institution dedicated to preserving the town's heritage. Housed within the historic Tenby Castle, it features permanent collections encompassing local history, geology, archaeology, maritime and social history, natural history, and fine art, including notable works by Welsh artists such as Augustus John and his sister Gwen John. The museum also maintains temporary exhibition spaces that rotate displays of contemporary art and crafts. It provides educational programs on Pembrokeshire's cultural legacy.^[110]^[111]^[112] Complementing the museum, Tenby's art scene includes several galleries showcasing modern Welsh artistry. The Harbour Gallery, located on St Julian Street, specializes in contemporary works by local and Welsh artists, featuring paintings, prints, and sculptures inspired by Pembrokeshire's landscapes and seascapes. Other venues, such as Guy Manning's Art Room, offer informal spaces for original paintings and workshops focused on coastal themes. These galleries contribute to an ongoing tradition of artistic expression tied to the region's natural environment.^[113]^[114] The Tudor Merchant's House, managed by the National Trust, represents a preserved example of 15th-century architecture in Tenby, originally built as a prosperous merchant's residence near the harbor. Furnished to reflect Tudor-era domestic life, complete with period reproductions and a herb garden, it illustrates the town's medieval trading prosperity and social history. Visitors can explore its three stories, gaining insight into daily life during that period.^[115] Tenby's artistic heritage extends to literary connections, particularly through the poet Dylan Thomas, who visited the town and maintained a close friendship with Augustus John, born in Tenby in 1878. This link is occasionally highlighted in museum displays and local exhibits. The museum hosts regular temporary art exhibitions throughout the year, featuring diverse media from Welsh and international creators. In 2025, following Welsh Government funding announced in September, the museum submitted plans in October for its redevelopment project, including enhanced digital interpretations, new displays, and building works such as window replacement.^[116]^[117]^[118]^[119]

Festivals and Events

Tenby hosts a variety of annual festivals and community events that highlight its cultural heritage and coastal vibrancy, drawing visitors throughout the year.^[120] The Tenby Arts Festival, held annually in September, features a diverse program of music, art exhibitions, and sandcastle competitions, with events spanning from orchestral performances to jazz sessions and family-friendly activities. Established in the early 1990s, it has grown into a key late-summer celebration of creativity in the town.^[121]^[122] The Tenby Blues Festival occurs over three days in mid-November, typically attracting thousands of attendees to over 20 venues for performances by local and international blues artists, including ticketed headline shows and a free Blues Trail with around 50 acts. The 2025 edition took place from November 14 to 16, featuring artists such as Erja Lyytinen and Sean 'Mack' McDonald.^[123]^[124]^[125] Other notable events include the Tenby Beer Festival, organized by the Tenby Round Table in early November at the De Valence Pavilion, offering a selection of beers, ciders, and live music to support local charities. The Boxing Day Swim, an annual tradition since 1971 organized by the Tenby Sea Swimming Association, sees hundreds plunge into the sea at North Beach to raise funds for causes like the RNLI, often in festive costumes.^[126]^[127] Traditional celebrations such as Calan Mai on May Day involve community gatherings with maypole dancing and seasonal festivities, reflecting Welsh customs of welcoming summer. In March 2025, Tenby hosted its first bilingual and multi-arts festival, Y Lle Da | The Good Place, featuring Welsh talent in music, arts, and performance, with potential for annual recurrence.^[128]^[129]

Tourism and Leisure

Key Attractions

Tenby's key attractions draw visitors to its blend of pristine beaches, medieval heritage, and offshore islands, offering a mix of natural beauty and historical intrigue. The town's coastal setting enhances these sites, particularly during the summer months when mild weather supports outdoor exploration. The beaches are central to Tenby's appeal, with Castle Beach recognized as the UK's top beach in 2019 by The Sunday Times for its golden sands, calm waters, and dramatic backdrop of castle ruins.^[10] This compact strand, about 150 meters wide, features lifeguard patrols during peak season and access to tidal pools teeming with marine life at low tide. Adjacent are North Beach and South Beach, both expansive sandy stretches patrolled by RNLI lifeguards from late May to early September, providing safe swimming areas between red and yellow flags and opportunities for rock pooling along the shoreline.^[130]^[131] Historical landmarks showcase Tenby's medieval past, including the well-preserved town walls constructed in the 13th century by the Earls of Pembroke to defend against Welsh incursions.^[132] These Grade I listed fortifications, among the most significant surviving medieval city walls in Britain, enclose the old town and feature prominent gates such as the Five Arches and Croft's Gate, offering elevated walks with sea views. Overlooking Castle Beach stand the ruins of Tenby Castle, originally built in the 12th century by the Normans, with the remaining ruins dating primarily to the 13th century, on a headland for strategic defense, with remnants including a barbican and watchtower that provide panoramic coastal vistas.^[22] Offshore, the islands add layers of natural and historical interest. St Catherine's Island, accessible by causeway at low tide, hosts a 19th-century Victorian fort built as part of Britain's Palmerston defenses, now a scheduled ancient monument with steep paths leading to its tunnels and battlements.^[133] The island supports diverse wildlife, including seals often visible basking on rocks or swimming in surrounding waters, and holds monastic echoes from a 16th-century chapel dedicated to St Catherine. Nearby, Caldey Island is reached via 20- to 30-minute boat trips from Tenby Harbour, operating from April to October and ferrying visitors to explore its Cistercian monastery, established in the 20th century but rooted in ancient Christian traditions dating back to the 6th century.^[134] In 2025, Tenby earned accolades as one of the world's top travel destinations in Rough Guides' annual list and topped Which?'s UK ranking for beach quality, with perfect scores for its coastal offerings.^[135]^[136] These honors underscore the enduring popularity of boat excursions to sites like Caldey, which see thousands of passengers annually during the season.^[137]

Accommodation and Activities

Tenby offers a diverse array of accommodation options catering to various budgets and preferences, with over 50 hotels and bed-and-breakfasts (B&Bs) available in and around the town. Notable establishments include the 4-star Cobourg Hotel, known for its seafront location and amenities like spa facilities and fine dining.^[138] For those seeking more intimate stays, options range from boutique B&Bs such as Broadmead Boutique B&B to self-catering cottages. Camping sites are also plentiful in the surrounding Pembrokeshire area, providing scenic coastal pitches for outdoor enthusiasts.^[139]^[140] A significant development enhancing Tenby's lodging capacity is the planned conversion of the former town hall and market hall, along with the adjacent ex-TP Hughes department store, into a luxury spa hotel, restaurant, and café complex, expected to be completed by late 2026. This project will add high-end rooms, treatment facilities, and dining spaces while preserving the historic buildings' character.^[141]^[142] Recreational activities in Tenby emphasize its coastal setting, with popular options including seasonal boat trips to Caldey Island, departing from the harbor and costing £20 for adults and £10 for children as of 2025. These excursions offer views of the Pembrokeshire coastline, wildlife spotting, and access to the island's monastery and beaches. Walking along the Pembrokeshire Coast Path provides scenic trails for all levels, with routes starting directly from Tenby and showcasing dramatic cliffs and coves. Water-based pursuits such as kayaking tours and sea fishing charters are widely available, often led by local operators like Tenby Adventure and Tenby Fishing.^[143]^[144]^[145] Tourism in Tenby peaks during summer, when the town's population swells from around 4,000 residents to over 50,000 during peak season, leading to high accommodation occupancy rates and vibrant activity levels. In contrast, winter months see a quieter atmosphere, attracting those seeking peaceful retreats and off-season deals. Sustainability efforts are growing, with several providers earning eco-certifications; for instance, local hotels have achieved Level 4 in the Green Dragon Environmental Standard, focusing on waste reduction and energy efficiency. Approximately 20% of accommodations held such certifications as of 2023, supporting broader initiatives in Pembrokeshire.^[49]^[146]^[147]

Transport

Road Access

Tenby is primarily accessed by road via the A478 from the north to Cardigan and the A4139 southward to Pembroke Dock, approximately 11 miles away.^[148]^[149]^[150] The A4139 provides a scenic coastal route eastward, linking Tenby to Swansea over about 53 miles, passing through areas like Carmarthen and offering views of the Pembrokeshire coastline.^[149]^[104] The town's parking infrastructure supports over 1,000 spaces across multiple facilities, including the Upper Park Street multi-storey car park with around 700 spots.^[151] Congestion intensifies in summer due to peak tourism, often leading to full car parks and the use of park-and-ride services to manage traffic flow.^[152]^[153] Planned infrastructure developments, including new cycle lanes as part of active travel initiatives (as of 2025), aim to connect Tenby to nearby areas like Penally and Saundersfoot.^[154] Electric vehicle support includes 10 charging stations currently available, with expansions planned for 2025 to accommodate growing demand.^[155]^[156] A notable nearby destination, Manorbier Castle, lies just 5 miles southwest of Tenby along the A4139, providing convenient road access for day trips.^[157]

Rail and Maritime Links

Tenby railway station, opened in 1863 by the Pembroke and Tenby Railway as the terminus of a line from Pembroke, serves as the town's main rail connection and lies on the West Wales Line (Pembroke Dock branch).^[158] The station retains much of its original Victorian architecture, including Grade II-listed cast-iron canopies, and handles services operated by Transport for Wales. Major upgrades to the station are scheduled to begin in December 2025 to improve accessibility.^[158]^[159] Current rail services from Tenby include around 21 trains per day to Swansea (journey time approximately 1 hour 33 minutes to 1 hour 44 minutes) and similar frequency to Carmarthen (about 43 minutes).^[160]^[161] Fares for these routes typically range from £6 to £20 for standard class, varying by advance booking and time of travel.^[162] Post-2020 pandemic disruptions, services have fully recovered, with plans for additional trains between Swansea and Tenby during May to September from 2025 to meet seasonal demand.^[163] The station is situated approximately 0.5 miles (a 10-minute walk) from Tenby's town center via routes like Warren Street or Harding's Lane, facilitating easy pedestrian access. Local bus services, including those operated by Pembrokeshire County Council, provide further integration between the station, town center, and harbor.^[158] Tenby's harbor functions as a modest coastal facility rather than a major commercial port, primarily supporting tourism, leisure boating, and local fishing activities. It features a sheltered inner harbor with pontoons for small vessels and basic amenities like a booking office and slipway.^[164] Key maritime operations include passenger ferries to Caldey Island, departing multiple times daily (every 20-30 minutes at peak) from April to October, weather permitting, with the 20-minute crossing licensed and supervised by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency.^[165]^[166] The harbor also hosts a fleet of fishing boats offering sea angling trips, typically sailing several times daily from 10:00 a.m., targeting species in the waters between Tenby and Caldey.^[167]

Sport

Team Sports

Tenby is home to several organized team sports clubs, with rugby and football being the most prominent. The Tenby United RFC, a longstanding rugby club with a history dating back to the late 19th century, fields 13 teams ranging from under-7s to a senior first XV and competes in the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) National League Division 1 West. The club's home ground is Heywood Lane in Tenby. In recent years, Tenby United achieved promotion to Division 1 West following the 2023-24 season, marking a significant milestone in their competitive progression. Additionally, the club supports community engagement through initiatives like funding a dedicated community coach to deliver rugby programs in local primary schools, fostering youth development and participation. Football in Tenby is represented by Tenby AFC, which operates senior and junior teams from under-7s to under-16s and participates in the Manderwood Pembrokeshire League, a regional competition covering levels five to nine of the Welsh football pyramid. The club's home venue is The Clicketts Playing Fields on Clicketts Lane, off Marsh Road. Tenby AFC emphasizes grassroots development, with junior squads competing in local youth leagues to build skills and team spirit. Other team sports include netball, led by the Sapphires Tenby Netball Club, which runs junior teams for under-10s to under-16s and adult squads that train and compete at Tenby Leisure Centre, participating in regional tournaments and friendly matches. Cricket is supported through nearby clubs such as Cresselly Cricket Club, located in the Tenby area, which fields senior and junior teams in Pembrokeshire leagues; historical references also note an early Tenby Cricket Club active in the 19th century. Local schools contribute to team sports via inter-school leagues in rugby, football, netball, and cricket, promoting competitive play among students.

Outdoor and Community Events

Tenby hosts a variety of recreational outdoor activities and community athletic events that emphasize the town's coastal location and vibrant local participation. The annual Boxing Day Swim, a longstanding tradition on North Beach, draws approximately 1,000 participants each year, with a record-breaking 1,150 bathers taking the plunge in 2024 to support local charities like the RNLI.^[168] This festive dip, often featuring themed fancy dress such as superheroes, combines community spirit with a bracing winter challenge in the waters off Pembrokeshire.^[169] Another major highlight is the Ironman Wales Triathlon, held in September, which attracts around 2,700 entrants for its demanding 2.4-mile swim from Tenby's North Beach, followed by a 112-mile bike course along the rugged Pembrokeshire coastline and a 26.2-mile run through the town.^[170] The event transforms Tenby into a hub of endurance athletics, fostering a sense of camaraderie among participants and spectators while showcasing the area's scenic trails and beaches; over 2,700 competitors participated in the 2025 edition on September 21.^[171]^[172] Golf remains a popular outdoor pursuit at Tenby Golf Club, established in 1888 and recognized as the birthplace of Welsh golf, with its links course offering panoramic views of Caldey Island and the sea.^[173] The club, a founding member of the Welsh Golfing Union in 1895, welcomes visitors for casual rounds amid the dunes.^[174] Running along the Pembrokeshire Coast Path is another favored activity, with organized events like the Endurancelife Pembrokeshire Coastal Races series featuring 10K, half-marathon, marathon, and ultra distances that highlight the dramatic cliffs and shoreline; the 2025 event was held on April 26.^[175]^[176] Sailing regattas organized by Tenby Sailing Club, founded in 1936, include the annual club regatta in July and the Round Caldey Race, drawing dinghy and cruiser enthusiasts for competitive yet accessible races in the sheltered waters of Tenby Bay.^[177]^[178] Community facilities support these pursuits, with Tenby Leisure Centre providing a range of fitness classes including cardio, strength training, and group cycling sessions tailored to various ability levels.^[179] These programs, part of Pembrokeshire Leisure's broader offerings of over 200 weekly classes county-wide, promote inclusivity by accommodating beginners and those with diverse fitness needs through low-impact options like yoga and mind-body exercises.^[180] Recent developments include the 2025 Tenby 10K on October 26, a multi-terrain race incorporating coastal paths and sand in support of Paul Sartori Hospice, emphasizing community engagement and accessibility for runners aged 15 and over.^[181] Post-2020 initiatives at local centers, such as adaptive class formats at Pembrokeshire Leisure, have further enhanced participation by integrating de-stress and low-intensity sessions suitable for all fitness levels.^[182]

Notable Residents

Historical Figures

Henry Tudor, later King Henry VII of England, sought refuge in Tenby during the Wars of the Roses and is historically recorded as having escaped from the town by sea in June 1471 alongside his uncle Jasper Tudor, Earl of Pembroke, to evade Yorkist forces following the Battle of Tewkesbury.^[183] At the age of 14, Tudor had been residing in Pembroke Castle before fleeing to Tenby, where local supporters aided his departure to Brittany, marking the beginning of a 14-year exile that preceded his triumphant return in 1485.^[32] The event's significance is commemorated by a blue plaque erected by the Tenby Civic Society on Crackwell Street, noting the traditional account of his escape through a tunnel from a supporter's cellar to the harbor, though the subterranean details remain legendary rather than verified.^[184] Sir William Paxton (c. 1744–1824), a Scottish-born naval officer, banker, and Member of Parliament for Carmarthen, played a pivotal role in Tenby's transformation from a modest port into a fashionable seaside resort during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.^[185] After acquiring land in the area around 1800, Paxton invested heavily in infrastructure, including the construction of the Royal Assembly Rooms in 1803, sea bathing facilities, and improved roads to facilitate access for affluent visitors from England, drawing inspiration from emerging spa towns like Bath.^[186] His patronage extended to charitable works, such as funding a dispensary and market house, which bolstered the town's economic revival until his death in London in 1824.^[187] Augustus John (1878–1961), a prominent Welsh painter and draughtsman, was born in Tenby and drew early inspiration from its coastal landscapes, attending the local Tenby School of Art before studying at the Slade School in London.^[188] Known for his bold portraits and romantic depictions of gypsy life, John's oeuvre includes works reflecting Pembrokeshire's rugged scenery, such as sketches and paintings of local figures and seascapes that captured the area's dramatic cliffs and harbors during his formative years.^[189] Several of his pieces, including early drawings and a bronze bust by Fiore de Henriquez, are preserved in the Tenby Museum and Art Gallery, underscoring his enduring connection to his birthplace.^[190] Nina Hamnett (1890–1956), an influential artist, illustrator, and memoirist dubbed the "Queen of Bohemia," was born in Tenby and maintained ties to the town through her early life before pursuing a vibrant career in London's and Paris's avant-garde circles.^[191] Trained initially in Tenby and later at the London School of Art, Hamnett's bohemian associations linked her to figures like Augustus John and the Bloomsbury Group, though her work often evoked the liberated spirit she associated with her Welsh roots in portraits and modernist illustrations.^[192] George Borrow (1803–1881), the English author and traveler renowned for his linguistic prowess and wanderings, visited Tenby as part of his 1857 tour of southwest Wales, complementing his earlier 1854 journey documented in his seminal travelogue Wild Wales (1862).^[193] In this unpublished itinerary, Borrow explored Pembrokeshire's coastal paths and interacted with local Welsh speakers, reflecting his fascination with Celtic culture and folklore, which echoed the vivid descriptions of Welsh scenery and people in his printed work.^[194]

Contemporary Personalities

Sue Lane and Trevor Hallett, both former mayors of Tenby, have been prominent community volunteers and local government figures, earning the Freedom of the Town in May 2023 for their decades of service in enhancing civic life and supporting town initiatives.^[195] Lane, a longtime resident, focused on community welfare programs, while Hallett, a councillor, contributed to cultural and infrastructural developments during his tenure.^[196] Their recognition underscores their ongoing influence as ambassadors for Tenby's social fabric.^[62] In the arts and entertainment sphere, actor Charles Dale, born in Tenby in 1963, remains a notable figure with deep local ties, having grown up in the town where his parents were active in amateur theatre.^[197] Dale's career includes roles in series like Coronation Street and Midsomer Murders (2023), and he has supported Pembrokeshire initiatives, such as composing a poem for the National Park's environmental campaign in 2021.^[198] In 2024, he became Deputy Mayor of Tenby.^[199] His 2024 performance at Tenby's Torch Theatre marked a return to his roots, and in November 2025, he was announced to appear in the second series of the Bergerac reboot, set for airing in 2026, highlighting his enduring connection to the community.^[200]^[201] Event organizers Malcolm Cawley and Chris Osborne have shaped Tenby's cultural scene through the annual Tenby Blues Festival, which they co-lead as Artistic Director and Chair, respectively, drawing thousands with over 50 acts since its inception in 2009.^[202] Cawley, a local journalist and broadcaster, curates the lineup featuring international and Welsh talent, while Osborne oversees operations for the community interest company, emphasizing free-entry events to boost town vibrancy.^[203] Their efforts in 2025 continued to promote local musicians alongside global stars like Erja Lyytinen.^[204] In tourism, Jane Rees Baynes, owner of Elm Grove Country House in Tenby, has been a key influencer as former Chair of Visit Pembrokeshire, advocating for sustainable hospitality and regional promotion until 2025.^[205] Her leadership supported events like the Tourism Summit, fostering business growth in the area's coastal economy.^[206]

Freedom of the Town

Awarded Individuals

The Freedom of the Town of Tenby is a prestigious honorary title bestowed upon individuals for their exceptional and long-term contributions to the community, such as public service, cultural enrichment, or civic leadership. Established under local charter traditions, the award recognizes dedication that embodies the town's values of loyalty and ambassadorship, with recipients selected by the town council based on criteria including sustained involvement in local governance, environmental stewardship, or artistic legacy. It carries no legal privileges but serves as a symbolic affirmation of an individual's impact, often celebrated through public ceremonies at venues like the De Valence Pavilion.^[62]^[207] The award's history dates back to at least the early 20th century, with notable recipients including David Lloyd George, the former British Prime Minister, who received it in 1930 for his national leadership and Welsh heritage ties to Pembrokeshire.^[208] In 1959, artist Augustus John, born in Tenby, was honored on October 30 for his distinguished contributions to art and his lifelong association with the town, marking a rare civic acknowledgment of cultural prominence.^[189] Wilfred Harrison MBE, curator of Tenby Museum and Art Gallery, was awarded the freedom in 1969 for his decades of service to local heritage preservation and education, including his role on the museum's governing committee; the gallery's art wing was later named in his honor.^[62]^[209] Following a hiatus after local government reorganization in 1974 led to the title's temporary loss, it was restored in 2010, culminating in the first individual awards in over five decades on May 10, 2023.^[62] Former mayor Sue Lane received the honor for her extensive community service, including nine terms as mayor since her 1987 election to the council and advocacy for local welfare initiatives.^[207] Similarly, Cllr. Trevor Hallett was recognized for four mayoral terms, his environmental work as area tree warden, and broader volunteering efforts that enhanced Tenby's natural and civic landscape.^[207] By 2025, these five documented individual recipients highlight the award's selective nature, totaling just a handful since its early 20th-century precedents.^[196]

Honored Organizations

In 1970, the Royal Navy frigate HMS Tenby was granted the Freedom of the Town of Tenby in recognition of its service and ties to the local community.^[207] This honor allowed the ship's company to march through the town with fixed bayonets and colors flying, symbolizing the strong bond between the vessel and its namesake port.^[196] More recently, on September 24, 2023, the Freedom of the Town was conferred upon a delegation from the Belgian Armed Forces, representing the historical contingent of Belgian soldiers stationed in Tenby during World War II.^[210] This award, presented by Mayor Dai Morgan during a commemorative ceremony at St Mary's Church followed by a parade to the War Memorial, honored the Piron Brigade and other Belgian units that regrouped in Tenby after the 1940 fall of Belgium and France, later contributing to the Allied liberation of Europe in 1944.^[211] The delegation, comprising six senior officers and around 50 civilian descendants, underscored the enduring historical and cultural links between Tenby and Belgium.^[210]

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Jan 19, 2023 · The number of Pembrokeshire residents born in Scotland fell from around 1,300 in 2011 (1.1% of the local population) to around 1,200 in 2021 ( ...
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BBC - Immigration and Emigration - The Flemish colonists in Wales
The story behind this curious name for south Pembrokeshire involves ravished lands, economic migrants and mercenaries.Missing: mix | Show results with:mix
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Housing in Wales (Census 2021) [HTML] | GOV.WALES
Jan 5, 2023 · In 2021, there were 1.35 million households in Wales with at least one usual resident on Census Day, in which 3,052,000 usual residents (98.2% ...
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Councillors - Tenby Town Council
Tenby Town Council is the first tier of local government. Find out who Tenby Town Councillors are and discover the Council's primary responsibilites.
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Cllr Dai Morgan takes up post as Tenby's new Mayor
May 13, 2023 · Tenby's new Mayor has said that he is keen to 'deliver' - as postie Dai Morgan was installed in the role at a ceremony on Friday night.<|control11|><|separator|>
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Meetings - Tenby Town Council
Tenby Town Council's agenda for the upcoming meetings. Members of the public are able to attend meetings of the council, but are not allowed to speak.
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[PDF] ANNUAL REPORT FOR 2023/24 TENBY TOWN COUNCIL
Councillors are elected for a five-year term of office and together they serve a population of 4946 as at the 2011. Census. Between February 2023 and May ...
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Remarkable Tenby ambassadors given 'Freedom of the Town'
May 11, 2023 · At a special ceremony last night - two former Mayors of Tenby were the first people to be granted the 'Freedom of the Town' in over five decades.
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About the Council | Pembrokeshire County Council
Pembrokeshire County Council has 60 councillors, uses a Leader and Cabinet model, and serves over 124,000 people, providing a wide range of services.Missing: unitary authority 1996 Tenby ward
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[PDF] ANNUAL REPORT FOR 2024/25 TENBY TOWN COUNCIL
Tenby is located within the local government area of Pembrokeshire and has 2 ward Councillors on the 59 strong Pembrokeshire County. Council. Once elected, and ...
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Waste & Recycling - Pembrokeshire County Council
Information on all waste and recycling services available to Pembrokeshire residents ... Social Services Emergency Duty Team: 0300 123 5519*. *. 5pm – 9am, Monday ...Waste Collections · Waste and recycling collection... · Waste and Recycling Centres
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Social Services and Wellbeing - Pembrokeshire County Council
Information on Adult and Childrens services in Pembrokeshire, Fostering and Adoption, safeguarding and support for carers.
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[PDF] regulation-17-welsh-government-response-to-pembrokeshire ...
Dec 13, 2024 · The Welsh Government is of the opinion that the Pembrokeshire County Council. Replacement Local Development Plan (2022-2037) Second Deposit Plan ...
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2000 affordable homes target in proposed council planning changes
Sep 14, 2024 · A formal consultation on changes to Pembrokeshire's local development plan, with an ambition to create nearly 2,000 affordable homes, ...
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Written Statement: Flood Impacts from Storm Babet and Storm Ciarán
Nov 20, 2023 · Community flood plans are owned and delivered by community members or groups and as of April 2023, there were 71 community flood plans across ...Missing: defenses | Show results with:defenses
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Fresh funding boost for Visit Pembrokeshire tourism campaign
Aug 1, 2025 · On July 7 the county council's Cabinet agreed to provide Visit Pembrokeshire with “a flat grant agreement worth £152,000 per year between April ...
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Wales Tourism Week - Visit Pembrokeshire
May 12, 2025 · Visit Pembrokeshire's Membership represents £415 million, 69% of total tourism economic valuein 2023. Sign up to our newsletter. For the latest ...
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I asked Tenby locals if the town was just way too popular now
May 17, 2023 · Around two million people visit Tenby every year, the majority of whom stay in and around the town, with more than half of all visitors ...
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The pretty seaside town that's 'the UK's best' - full of independent ...
Oct 19, 2025 · But Tenby's real magnet is its four beaches, which were named the best in the country in the 2025 Which? seaside survey. North, South, Castle ...
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THE 10 BEST Places to Go Shopping in Tenby (Updated 2025)
Shopping in Tenby · 1. Llewellyn's Gallery · 2. Tenby Indoor Market · 3. TheShed Tenby · 4. The Naomi Tydeman Gallery · 5. Audrey Bull Antiques · 6. Pottery Shed Cafe.Missing: seasonal | Show results with:seasonal
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Tenby Non Examined Assessment (NEA) Info - ArcGIS StoryMaps
This map shows the population of Tenby who were born outside of the UK. Welsh Index of Multiple Deprivation (WIMD). WIMD data (2019) for Tenby can be viewed ...
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Tourism worth £590m to Pembrokeshire - report finds
Jul 20, 2021 · Tourism is a key employment driver in the area, too, with 12,000 people directly employed in the industry, accounting for over a fifth (21 per ...
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New Research Targets Travel-to-Work Barriers in Tenby
Aug 6, 2025 · A further strand of the study will be exploring the potential for enhanced visitor bus services along the B4318 corridor, improving access to ...
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Welsh tourism leaders warn policies driving sector into crisis
Aug 17, 2025 · According to the data, 47% of self-catering operators have reported a fall in visitor numbers this year. Only 16% of businesses say they feel “ ...
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Pembrokeshire: More Sustainable Approach to Tourism
Feb 28, 2021 · Jane Rees-Baynes, Chair of Visit Pembrokeshire explains how the Welsh tourism organisation has been developing a more sustainable approach ...
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Tenby – Pembrokeshire Green Infrastructure Assessment - LUC Maps
Tenby is a medieval walled town on the south Pembrokeshire coast. Built along the clifftop and surrounded by sandy beaches, the town is a popular tourist ...
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[PDF] Unit 2: Wales as a tourist destination - WJEC
The role of domestic tourism in Wales and the. UK is important, particularly in post-COVID tourism recovery. There are annual statistics available via the ...
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Sold house prices in Tenby - Zoopla
The average sold house price in Tenby is £275885. Get a free instant estimate for your property online and find more UK property prices.
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Report reveals over 60% of homes in some Pembrokeshire ...
Mar 30, 2023 · The report also revealed that the percentage of second homes and holiday lets in Tenby is 28.07%, Saundersfoot is 29.35%, St Davids is 20.86%, ...
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Priority 1 - Increase the Supply of Affordable Housing to Meet Local ...
Pembrokeshire's overall housing market is unaffordable for a significant proportion of the local population.
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Research aims to tackle travel-to-work barriers in Tenby
Aug 5, 2025 · The research focuses on the challenges faced by businesses trying to recruit staff, and by individuals who currently work – or would like to ...Missing: non- | Show results with:non-
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BBC Blogs - Wales - The fishing fleet of Tenby
Feb 5, 2014 · However, by the beginning of the new century the fishing industry of Tenby was already starting to decline. The town's growing importance as a ...
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Researching the History and Heritage of Wales's Small-Scale ...
Dec 2, 2022 · Tenby was among the earliest and most noteworthy Welsh fishing ports in the 18th century. By the 19th century, Milford Haven, Swansea, and ...
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[PDF] end date 2031 Adopted Local Development Plan
5 or more units will be potentially allocated in the Plan for housing. ... New housing development of 13 units – land adjacent to Primary School ...
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[PDF] Inspection report Tenby Church In Wales Voluntary Controlled ...
Jan 10, 2025 · Religious character. Church in Wales Voluntary Controlled. Number of pupils on roll. 259. Pupils of statutory school age.
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Headteacher's Welcome - Tenby Church in Wales VC Primary School
The school can accommodate up to 380 pupils (Nursery to Year 6) and also contains a Learning Resource Centre for specialist provision in the Tenby area. Ours is ...
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Schools in Pembrokeshire 2025-26
Schools in Pembrokeshire 2025-26 · Broad Haven Primary School · Cilgerran Church in Wales VC School · Cleddau Reach VC Primary School · Coastlands School · Cosheston ...
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Ysgol Hafan y Môr - Pembrokeshire County Council
Ysgol Hafan y Môr ; Heywood Lane, Tenby, SA70 8BZ ; Headteacher: Mrs S King (Acting Headteacher) ; Telephone: 01834 843248 ; Website: Ysgol Hafan y Môr ; Schools ...
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Ysgol Hafan y Môr
To create a happy, safe and stimulating learning environment where all members of the school community can gain confidence and develop their full potential.Contact Us · Information · Partnerships · Classes and Learning ThemesMissing: list | Show results with:list<|separator|>
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Calls for Ysgol Greenhill, Tenby, to be rebuilt after 700 building ...
Sep 22, 2025 · Calls for Ysgol Greenhill, Tenby, to be rebuilt after 700 building faults found · Education secretary apologises to survivors of headteacher's ...
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GCSE results 2023: Ysgol Greenhill pupils celebrate GCSE results
Aug 24, 2023 · Carys Wood earned 10 A* grades, two A grades and a distinction, whilst James Albero achieved 10 A* grades and two A grades. Western Telegraph ...
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Additional Learning Needs - Ysgol Greenhill
Our Additional Learning Needs (ALN) team supports pupils by equipping them with the tools and skills they need to achieve their full potential.
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Thousands of school and college students in Wales still don't have ...
Jan 29, 2021 · “To date 16,975 new digital devices and 2,491 new 4G broadband devices have been provided to schools since the start of the pandemic and a ...
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[ODF] Number of pupils by age group and school, 2023 , file type - gov.wales
Feb 8, 2024 · Ysgol Hafan Y Mor. Pembrokeshire. Primary. Welsh Medium. Nursery, Infant & Junior. Community. 10. 10. 10. 10. 15. 10. [c]. 30. 25. 30. 30. 25.
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Pembrokeshire College | Study in the UK - Student World Online
Pembrokeshire College has over 13,000 full and part-time students and is located in one of the safest areas of the UK, in the county town of Haverfordwest.
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Courses - Pembrokeshire College
Overview of all the courses on offer at Pembrokeshire College. From school leavers to Higher Level to Apprenticeships.Access to Further Education (FE) · Education and Training · Community CoursesMissing: Tenby | Show results with:Tenby
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Tenby Community Learning Centre - Pembrokeshire County Council
Tenby Community Learning Centre offers a range of part-time courses for adults. It has a warm, relaxed atmosphere where members of staff are friendly and ...
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Learning Pembrokeshire
Providing courses for adults in community venues and online. We offer a range of courses – Essential Skills, ESOL, Welsh, qualification courses including GCSE ...
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Tenby to Swansea - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car - Rome2Rio
How far is it from Tenby to Swansea? The distance between Tenby and Swansea is 61 miles. The road distance is 53.1 miles. Get driving directions. How do I ...
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How far is Swansea from Tenby - driving distance - Trippy
Get a quick answer: It's 52 miles or 84 km from Tenby to Swansea, which takes about 1 hour, 1 minute to drive. Check a real road trip to save time.
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How to get to Swansea
Swansea's accessibility is second to none. Whether by train, plane, bus or car here are the best ways to get to and from The College, Swansea University.
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Apprenticeship Jobs, Work in Tenby (with Salaries) - Indeed
apprenticeship jobs in tenby. 19 jobs. Apprentice Technician. Days Motor ... Apprentice Retail Assistant. Inspiro Learning. Pembroke SA72 6JA. Pre-screening ...Missing: 2023 | Show results with:2023
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Pembrokeshire 'haemorrhaging' young people amid pupil decline
Jul 16, 2025 · Welsh government projections show the number of pupils could drop by almost 50,000 across the country by 2040. In Pembrokeshire, numbers have ...
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[PDF] Rural Youth Out-Migration and Population Change in Wales
Rural youth out-migration, especially of those aged 16-24, is central to rural depopulation in Wales, with many moving out of Wales, and 42% anticipating ...Missing: Tenby Pembrokeshire
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Tenby Museum & Art Gallery | Museu.MS
Tenby Museum & Art Gallery stands as the oldest independent museum in Wales. Established in 1878 it continues to develop its collections and displays to ...
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Collections & Museum - Tenby Museum & Art Gallery
The museum houses three permanent galleries and two temporary exhibition spaces. The permanent art gallery features work by artists such as Gwen and Augustus ...
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[PDF] Visits to Tourist Attractions in Wales 2021
Aug 18, 2022 · Tenby Museum and Art Gallery. 15,630. 3,000. 2,300. The Castle and Regimental Museum, Monmouth. 4,861. 4,407. 2,197. The Ebbw Vale Works Museum.
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Tenby Museum & Art Gallery | History & Visiting Information
The Tenby Museum and Art Gallery is the oldest independent museum in Wales, established in 1878. The museum occupies part of historic Tenby Castle.
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Harbour Gallery Tenby
Harbour Gallery Tenby. 1 St Julian Street, Tenby, Pembrokeshire. SA70 7AY Tel 01834 842370 or 01239 682189 email: tenbyharbgallery@aol.com.
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Guy Manning – The Art Room Tenby
I opened my Art Room in Tenby. Here I paint, sell paintings, teach art classes and welcome all kinds of visitors in an informal and pretty messy shop.
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Tudor Merchant's House | Pembrokeshire - National Trust
Time travel to Tudor Tenby and discover what life was like at our 15th century merchant's house. Tudor Merchant's House, Quay Hill, Tenby, Pembrokeshire, SA70 ...Visit the Tudor Merchant's... · Christmas at the Tudor... · Volunteering at the Tudor...
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Dylan Thomas' West Wales | A Guide
While Thomas visited Tenby, his enduring connection to the town was through his friendship with painter Augustus John, who he was close to throughout his life.
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What's On - Tenby Museum & Art Gallery
Exhibition. View More. 30 Nov 22 - 17 Dec 22. Exhibition. Three new art exhibitions recently opened at Tenby Museum - art works from our Welsh/Ukrainian ...Missing: annual | Show results with:annual
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£3m fund breathes new life into Tenby Museum and other cultural ...
Sep 16, 2025 · The redevelopment, titled “A Fine Ship to Sail: The Future of Tenby Museum & Art Gallery,” will allow for new interpretation and displays to be ...
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Events in Tenby - Coastal Cottages of Pembrokeshire
Discover what's on in Tenby all year round, from seasonal celebrations to music festivals and family-friendly activities. Plan your stay today.
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Tenby Arts Festival Event - GoWhereWhen
Tenby Arts Festival continues to provide an entertaining late summer program encompassing music, art, sand castle building, and all things artistic.
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Arts Festival promises to be the best yet | tenby-today.co.uk
Sep 23, 2016 · Tenby Arts Festival has come round again and this year it's better than ever! Starting tomorrow (Saturday and running until October 1), ...
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Tenby Blues Festival
Three days of wonderful Blues in all its forms featuring around 50 acts in over 20 venues, most of them with free admission.Blues Trail Sunday · Blues Trail · Blues Trail 2025 · ProgrammeMissing: attendees | Show results with:attendees
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Tenby Blues Festival - November at Dinbych-y-Pysgod - Visit Wales
The Tenby Blues Festival will take place from Friday 14th to Sunday 16th November 2025 featuring a host of local and international artists in concert.
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Tenby Blues Festival 2025: A Musical Extravaganza Drawing ...
Oct 24, 2025 · Tenby Blues Festival 2025 will bring over 50 gigs, attracting thousands to the town of Tenby for a celebration of blues, soul, rock, ...
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Tenby Beer Festival 2025 - Ticket Tailor
Tenby Round Table are delighted to present our Twelfth Charity Beer and Cider Festival on Friday the 7th and Saturday the 8th of November 2025 at the De ...
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History - World famous Boxing Day Swim for local charities in Tenby.
The first Tenby Boxing Day Swim took place in 1971 and saw £400 raised for radar equipment for the town's lifeboat. The event attracted 100 participants and ...
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Welsh Traditions 2 Calan Mai – May Day - Wenvoe Online
In Tenby, numerous Maypoles would be raised in the town – and groups of dancers would wind their way from one to another. It was not unusual, of course, for ...
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Tenby honoured Belgian soldiers with freedom of town
Sep 25, 2023 · 25th September 2023 ... TENBY remembered the important part played by the Belgian armed forces in Wales during a special ceremony this weekend.
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Tenby North Beach - Lifeguarded Beaches - Beach Safety - RNLI
When on a lifeguarded beach, find the red and yellow flags and always swim or bodyboard between them – this area is patrolled by lifeguards. Never swim alone.
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Tenby South Beach - Lifeguarded beaches - RNLI
Tenby South Beach in Pembrokeshire is an RNLI lifeguarded beach. Check our lifeguard season dates and learn how to stay safe on the beach.
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Tenby Medieval Town Walls | History, Beautiful Photos & Visiting ...
Historian David Ross visits the medieval town walls of Tenby, Pembrokeshire, with a history of the walls, beautiful photos, and visiting information.
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The Fort - St Catherine's Island
The fort was sold to a Tenby businessman in 1962 and in March 1968 the fort was turned into a zoo. The 10 year zoo period housed three different operators ...
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Caldey Island
Boats this year have now been cancelled due to the rough weather forecast for the remainder of our operational season. All Sailings are weather permitting.How to get here · Opening Dates · Access and getting around · Cistercian Monks
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UK seaside town named one of the world's top 2025 travel ... - The Sun
Dec 13, 2024 · Tenby was included in Rough Guide's top 2025 destinations, with it ranked highly for it's amazing experiences.
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Tenby named best spot in the UK for beaches - here's why
Jun 29, 2025 · Tenby was named the best in the UK for beaches by Which? in its annual seaside survey. It was one of only three spots in the UK to record a perfect 5-star ...<|control11|><|separator|>
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Opening Dates - Caldey Island
A boat with many passengers sailing near rocky cliffs and a cave. Opening Dates. Opening Dates : 5th April 2025 - End of October 2025. WE ARE OPEN TO DAY ...
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THE 10 BEST Hotels in Tenby, Wales 2025 (from $79) - Tripadvisor
Popular cheap hotels in Tenby include Broadmead Boutique B&B, Farnham Hotel, and Panorama Hotel. See the full list: Cheap Hotels in Tenby.
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The 10 best B&Bs in Tenby, UK | Booking.com
Find and book deals on the best B&Bs in Tenby, the United Kingdom! Explore guest reviews and book the perfect B&B for your trip.Missing: camping | Show results with:camping
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Hotels, B&Bs, Self-Catering & Camping - Connect: Pembrokeshire
Pembrokeshire offers diverse accommodation options ranging from boutique hotels and traditional B&Bs to cosy holiday cottages and scenic camping sites.
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Seaside town dubbed 'UK's most beautiful' set for major upgrade to ...
May 3, 2025 · Tenby's history with hospitality dates back as early as the 18th century, when the rise in popularity of sea-bathing made it a tourism hot spot.
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Tenby town centre spa hotel could be completed in 18 months
Apr 10, 2025 · Approved plans to change part of Tenby's former town hall and market hall, and the nearby former TP Hughes department store to a spa hotel, ...Missing: conversion | Show results with:conversion
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Tenby Boat Trips (2025) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go ...
Rating 4.7 (406) It takes in the stunning Pembrokeshire coastline and the islands of Caldey and St Margaret's. Plenty of wildlife, especially puffins, cormorants and seals.
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Prices & Booking - Tenby Boat Trips
Boat trip prices from £18 for adults and £10 for children. Book online, visit our Harbour booking office (open 9am) or call 07980 864 509.<|separator|>
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Web walks - Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Choose from over 200 circular walks including half day routes, short walks, plus easy access walks. View of a coastal inlet with boats bobbing in the sea.
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The pretty UK seaside town rammed with tourists in summer but ...
Jan 21, 2024 · Tenby's population is just over 4,000, according to the 2021 Census, but tens of thousands descend on the town in holiday season.
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Pembrokeshire hotel goes green with Level 4 award - Tenby Observer
Jun 8, 2025 · An award-winning Pembrokeshire hotel has stepped up its commitment to sustainable practice and achieved the Green Dragon Environmental Standard at Level 4.
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A478 - Roader's Digest: The SABRE Wiki
Apr 29, 2020 · A478 ; Distance: 31.9 miles (51.3 km) ; Meets: A487, B4546, B4332, A40, B4314, B4313, B4315, A4115, A477, B4316, A4218, B4318, A4139 ; Primary ...
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Tenby to Pembroke Dock - 4 ways to travel via train, line 349 bus, taxi
The distance between Tenby and Pembroke Dock is 12 miles. The road distance is 11 miles. ... How do I travel from Tenby to Pembroke Dock without a car?
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A4139 - Roader's Digest: The SABRE Wiki
Apr 29, 2020 · A4139 ; To: Tenby (SN133006) ; Distance: 14.2 miles (22.9 km) ; Meets: Dock, B4322, A477, B4322, B4320, B4319, A4075, B4584, B4585, A4218, A478.Missing: access | Show results with:access
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Tenby Multi-Storey - Pembrokeshire County Council
Tenby Multi-Storey · 1 hour: £1.00 (Car) · 2 hour: £2.00 (Car) · 4 hour: £4.50 (Car) · 24 hour: £6.00 (Car) · Weekly: £30.00 (Car) · Reserved: £540.00 (Car).
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Tenby | YourParkingSpace
Rating 4.5 (102,000) YourParkingSpace is the online parking marketplace where you can prebook and save on over 350000 parking spaces across the UK.
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The Green Car Park - Park and Ride - Around Tenby
During the peak season, the Green Car Park offers a park-and-ride service to alleviate congestion in the area, mainly when the summer pedestrianisation scheme ...
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Tenby and Penally Active Travel Improvements
May 1, 2025 · The proposed route along Slippery Back provides a connection from New Hedges into Tenby, away from the A478. The route is popular with many ...
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Electric vehicle (EV) charging points in Tenby - Zapmap
Some EV charging points in Tenby include Tudor Glen Caravan Park (3 slow), Heatherton World of Activities (2 fast), and Haven Kiln Park (2 fast). See more on ...
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Wales' EV charging network sees significant 25.7% growth
Between October 2024 and October 2025, the number of public EV charging devices in England outside of London grew by 23.4%, compared to 21.7% in ...
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Tenby to Manorbier Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, line 349 bus ...
The distance between Tenby and Manorbier Castle is 11 miles. The road distance is 5.9 miles. ... How do I travel from Tenby to Manorbier Castle without a car?
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Tenby railway station | Transport for Wales - TfW
Find all the information you need about Tenby railway station right here. From live train times and station facilities to ticket office opening hours and more.
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Tenby to Swansea train tickets from US$10.50 | Rail Europe
On weekdays, the first train leaving Tenby is scheduled to depart at around 07:29. The last departure is usually at around 21:53. On Saturdays and Sundays, ...
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Cheap trains from Tenby to Carmarthen - Trainline
Starting from £5.20Travel by train from Tenby to Carmarthen in 43m. Compare times & prices. Buy cheap train tickets from Tenby to Carmarthen from £5.20.
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Cheap trains from Swansea to Tenby - Trainline
Starting from £6.20You'll usually find 21 trains per day running along the 33 miles (53 km) route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, ...
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TfW announce future plan for changing rail demands
Apr 12, 2024 · Extra services between Swansea and Tenby between May and September from 2025, subject to agreement with Network Rail; Liverpool to Chester ...Missing: frequency | Show results with:frequency
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Sea Fishing Tenby | VisitWales
Once everyone is onboard, the boat leaves the harbour/ramp and will travel to the sheltered waters between Tenby and Caldey Island, this takes a maximum of 20 ...
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How to get here — Caldey Island
15 mins walk to Tenby Harbour. From Ireland, via Rosslaire to Pembroke. A477 to Kilgetty. A478 to Tenby. Car/Coach parking in Tenby. 10 mins walk to Tenby ...<|control11|><|separator|>
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Boat Trips to Caldey Island from Tenby
A number of boats run to Caldey Island from Tenby Harbour from Easter to October. Caldey Island is closed on Sundays. Tickets can be obtained from the ...
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Fishing Trips - TENBY FISHING
Our daily sailings are at 10am, 11.30am, 1pm, 2.30pm, 4pm – subject to weather conditions. Confirmation of your sailing times will be confirmed when booking.
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Record-breaking crowd takes the plunge at Tenby Boxing Day swim
Dec 26, 2024 · A record-breaking 1,150 festive bathers have had a splashing time at the annual Tenby Boxing Day Swim. The fancy dress theme of superheroes, ...
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WATCH: Hundreds take to the sea for Tenby's 2024 Boxing Day Swim
Dec 26, 2024 · Hundreds have taken to the sea this morning for Tenby's Boxing Day Swim - which this year had a special 'superhero' fancy dress theme for fundraisers.
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Ironman Wales saw thousands of athletes take over Tenby
Sep 21, 2025 · ... Ironman Wales is returning to Tenby, Pembrokeshire, on Sunday, September 20. ... Tenby to watch the 2,700 participants race in Ironman Wales.
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IRONMAN Wales
IRONMAN Wales sees Tenby come alive to a stunning sunrise swim on Tenby's sandy North Beach, wild bike course scenery along Pembrokeshire coastline, and a ...Registration Overview · IRONKIDS Wales · Course Overview · Pre Race Info
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Tenby Golf Club | The Birthplace of Welsh Golf
Tenby Golf Club was established 1888 and is widely regarded as the Birthplace of Welsh Golf. We offer a warm welcome to both members and visitors.Club History · The Club Room · Club Policies · Tenby seniors open 2024Missing: 1895 | Show results with:1895
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Tenby Golf Club - Where2Golf
Tenby Golf Club was officially founded in September 1888, making it the oldest established ... Tenby was a founder member of the Welsh Golfing Union in 1895 along ...
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Pembrokeshire 10k, Half Marathon, Marathon and Ultra
Our coastal Pembrokeshire 10K, half marathon, marathon and ultra courses are challenging but the views make this beautiful course a must to be experienced!
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Tenby Sailing Club
Tenby Sailing Club is a historic and picturesque sailing club that has been a staple of the Tenby harbour since its establishment in 1936.Dinghy Sailing · Junior Sailing · Cruiser Sailing · Membership
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Dates set for annual races and regatta at Tenby Sailing Club
Jan 20, 2025 · Tenby Sailing Club Regatta on Saturday 12th July 2025, followed by the annual Round Caldey Race on Sunday 13th.
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Tenby Leisure Centre
We offer a variety of group exercise provision that consists of Cardio, Dance, Mind & Body, Strength & Conditioning and Group Cycling classes. Our instructors ...Swimming Pool Timetable · Gym Access for Visitors · Want to book our facilities?Missing: community | Show results with:community
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Classes | Pembrokeshire Leisure
We have over 200 classes across the county every week. These vary from low impact yoga to high intensity Bar and Bell. Our classes are for everyone.
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Tenby 10k 2024 - Running in Tenby - Let's Do This
The Tenby 10k is on Oct 27, 2024, at 10:00 AM in Tenby, UK, with a finisher's medal, chip-timed results, and water stations. Entrants must be 15 and older.
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Class Detail - Pembrokeshire County Council
Tenby Community Learning Centre. Address. Greenhill Avenue, TENBY ... This course is suitable for all levels of fitness. Gain similar de-stress and ...
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The Tudors' Journey to Bosworth: Part 1 by Tony Riches
It is said that Henry Tudor (Later King Henry VII) escaped through a tunnel here in 1471 when he fled to France. Henry Tudor plaque. The manager of Boots ...
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Henry Tudor blue plaque, Crackwell Street, Tenby - Geograph
Aug 2, 2017 · The Tenby Civic Society blue plaque on the wall on the left here Link records that Henry Tudor (later King Henry VII) is said to have ...
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PAXTON, Sir William (c.1744-1824), of Middleton Hall, Carm.
... death: his defeat did not come as a surprise. He died in Piccadilly, 10 Feb. 1824, aged 80. His Welsh property was sold and his name is remembered in ...Missing: revival | Show results with:revival
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'The early birth of Tenby as a tourist resort' An online exhibition by ...
May 10, 2021 · By 1802, having set in motion the development of this estate, Paxton saw an opportunity to turn Tenby into a resort, perhaps modelled upon ...Missing: Sir | Show results with:Sir
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William Paxton and Cold Blow, Pembrokeshire, in the early 19th ...
Instead society looked to places in the U.K., especially to sea-bathing and spas then in fashion and William Paxton saw his opportunity to capitalise on that – ...Missing: revival investments water supply<|control11|><|separator|>
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Augustus John - Tenby Museum & Art Gallery
Throughout his life he accomplished numerous portraits of the famous including Dylan Thomas and T.E Lawrence (of Arabia). Augustus John died in 1961. Watch ...
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“I have always loved my beautiful birthplace”: Augustus John in Tenby
Aug 27, 2021 · Mark Lewis of Tenby Museum and Art Gallery in Pembrokeshire, explores the life of one of its most famous sons – the painter Augustus John.
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Augustus John (1878–1961) - Tenby Museum & Art Gallery
Title: Augustus John (1878–1961). Date: 1952. Medium: bronze. Measurements: H 50 x W 68 x D 34 cm. Accession number: TENBM:2022:0027.
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Nina Hamnett (1890–1956) - Art UK
Painter, draughtsman and writer. Born in Tenby, Wales, she studied art at the Pelham School of Art, South Kensington, under Arthur Cope, then at the London ...Missing: connection | Show results with:connection
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Nina Hamnett Papers, 1914-1953 - Archives West
Biographical Note. Nina Hamnett was born February 14, 1890 in Tenby, South Wales. She attended the Royal School in Bath, and then studied ...Missing: connection | Show results with:connection
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George Borrow's Second Tour in Wales, by T. C. Cantrill
One wonders how much the world has lost by Borrow's neglect to incorporate the experiences of 1857 in a volume similar to Wild Wales, but there is no doubt that ...
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[PDF] Ceredigion - Aberystwyth University
Wild Wales - that's what 19th-century tourist, George Borrow, called his book. If he were rewriting it today he wouldn't need to change much. He traversed ...
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Freedom of Tenby conferred on ex-mayors,Trevor Hallett and Sue ...
May 12, 2023 · Two former mayors of Tenby have become the first people to receive the Freedom of the town in over five decades.
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Former Tenby Mayors handed 'freedom of the town' at special ...
May 10, 2023 · At a special ceremony last night (Wednesday) two former Mayors of Tenby were the first people to be granted the 'Freedom of the Town' in over five decades.
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Charles Dale - IMDb
Charles Dale was born in Tenby, Pembrokeshire in 1963. His father ran a record shop in Tenby and both his parents were keen amateur actors.
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Tenby TV star pens poem to help promote National Park's Tread ...
May 28, 2021 · Respected Welsh actor Charles Dale has stepped in to support the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority by asking visitors to the county to leave no trace ...
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Charles Dale at the Torch - a full circle for Tenby-born star of stage ...
Sep 3, 2024 · Born in Tenby in 1963, Charles' enthusiasm for acting started when he was very young. His parents Laurie and Marian were keen amateur actors ...
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The Men Behind the Tenby Blues Festival - Pembrokeshire.Online
May 17, 2022 · The 15 th Tenby Blues Festival took place in November 2021, involving top performers from the USA, Australia, Ireland, England, and, of course, Wales.Missing: attendees | Show results with:attendees
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Malcolm Cawley - Queens Hall Narberth
Malcolm Cawley has been organising and promoting events for over 50 years, he is currently (cough) Artistic Director of Tenby Blues Festival. As BB Skone he ...
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Visit Pembrokeshire appoints Neil Kedward as new Chair
Apr 7, 2025 · Jane Rees Baynes, owner of Elm Grove Country House, was to step down as Chair, and be succeeded by Neil Kedward, Chief Executive of the Seren Collection with ...
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Tourism Summit 2025 - Visit Pembrokeshire
The annual Visit Pembrokeshire Tourism Summit & AGM returns for 2025, bringing the industry together at this 'thought-leadership' event at Folly Farm Adventure ...<|separator|>
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Freedom of Town honour for ex Tenby mayors Sue Lane and Trevor ...
Apr 25, 2023 · Freedom of Town honour for ex Tenby mayors Sue Lane and Trevor Hallett. Two former mayors of Tenby are to be the first people granted the ...
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https://thequeenshall.org.uk/malcolm-cawley
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Generous donation to Tenby Museum and Art Gallery
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Belgians return to Tenby to receive the 'Freedom of the town'
Sep 25, 2023 · Belgians return to Tenby to receive the 'Freedom of the town'. By Paul Evans | Content editor |. 25th Sept 2023. paul.evans@tenby-today.co.uk.Missing: ceremony | Show results with:ceremony<|control11|><|separator|>