Prehistoric Pembrokeshire
Pembrokeshire not only offers a spectacular coastline, beautiful
scenery and an abundance of the renowned Pembrokeshire wildlife -
it is also steeped in thousands of years of history. Pembrokeshire
has an incredibly diverse range of historical heritage sites just
waiting to be explored, and this is YOUR opportunity to experience
it.
Ancient bluestone quarries, Castell Henllys and Nevern
village
This historical tour will take you back in time to prehistoric
Pembrokeshire. You will be picked up from Bluestone and on your way
you will see the ancient bluestone quarries perched on the top of
the Preseli Mountains, from which stones were transferred to form
the oldest circle at Stonehenge. From here we drop down to Castell
Henllys, this is a reconstructed prehistoric site of an Iron Age
fort set in beautiful countryside, and is a compelling monument to
our past. Here you will find a massive earthwork protected by
colossal earth banks. After being whisked off to enjoy a delicious
pub lunch (meal not included) we head off to the beautiful village
of Nevern an enchanting and picturesque village steeped in history
and legend, here you will see the famous St Brynach’s Church and
the bleeding Yew Tree for which various legends exist; some say it
bleeds for the wrongful hanging of a young man many years ago,
others say it will bleed until there is a Welsh prince on the seat
at Nevern Castle and another legend says it will bleed until the
world is at peace.
Pentre lfan burial chamber
Our last stop will be the famous Pentre Ifan burial chamber
which is the most popular megalithic site
in Wales, Pentre Ifan is a splendid burial chamber with a huge
capstone delicately poised on three uprights. Once known as
Arthurs' Quoit, Pentre Ifan means Ivan's Village. This monument,
dating back to about 3500 BC and unusually oriented north-south,
stands on the slopes of a ridge commanding extensive views over the
Nevern Valley. Finally it’s back to present day and the comfort of
Bluestone.
All Entrance fees for each attraction are included within the
overall cost.
Duration: This memorable day trip will begin
when you are picked up at 10am at the Bluestone
site and finish at 4.30.
Is this for me/my family? This activity is more
suitable for Adults and families with great interest in Exploration
and local history. You will experience a historical tour with a
difference and it will be an experience you will never forget.
Maximum group size: 12 Persons
Departs: You will depart from Bluestone at 10am
and return to the site at 4.30 pm.
Prices: £55 per person, includes all transport
and entrance fees and services of
professional tour guide.
If you like history, then you might also like to have a
look at:
The Monastery on Caldey Island
St David's Cathedral
Castles and battlefields