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Tenby chip shop named in UK's top 50
A popular fish and chip shop in the Pembrokeshire town of Tenby has had its excellent reputation recognised by the authors of Fry Magazine, who have named the family-run restaurant in their inaugural '50 Best Fish and Chip Shops in the UK' list. D. Fecci & Sons was opened way back in 1935, and has provided fantastic meals for countless local residents and holidaymakers alike every year since, with its standing both in the region and in the country as a whole continuing to improve.
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Tenby Harbour named as second best coastal area in Wales
Tenby harbour has been celebrated in a recent online poll, with the landmark being voted as the second most beautiful coastal area in the whole of Wales.
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Share Pedestrian-friendly scheme begins in Tenby this weekend
Those hoping to enjoy a peaceful and relaxing Pembrokeshire family holiday will be glad to hear that Tenby's summer pedestrianisation scheme will be in force from this weekend onwards.
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Pembrokeshire enjoys warmest weather in over 10 years
The UK is currently experiencing one of its warmest summers of the decade, and sunshine and warmth have attracted many people towards some of the top holiday hotspots in the country. The Pembrokeshire coast is one of these, and the area has been enjoying some of the warmest weather on record.
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Pembrokeshire beaches prove popular with The Guardian
Some of the best 'secret' beaches in Wales have been named in an article in The Guardian. The article, which can be read in full here, was written by Rob Smith, author of Secret Beaches Wales, who has picked out 10 of his favourites. Pembrokeshire beaches were overwhelmingly his favourite choices, with 5 of his top 10 located on the Pembrokeshire coastline. All of these beaches are stunningly beautiful but relatively undiscovered, perfect for a relaxing and secluded day out.
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Home of rare dragonfly species in Pembrokeshire safeguarded
In some fantastic news for the wildlife of Pembrokeshire, the home of a rare dragonfly species in the county has been safeguarded thanks to some sustained conservation efforts. With farmers and several conservation organisations joining forces with the landowner, the future of Pensarn Corner on the Preseli Mountains has now been ensured for years to come and will continue to serve as the home for the Southern Damselfly (Coenagrion mercuriale).
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More people than ever choosing UK holiday over going abroad
A series of new data has highlighted the huge popularity of holidays at the Great British seaside, with more people than ever keen to ditch the airports and drive straight to the UK coast for their summer getaway.
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Online poll names Tenby as best holiday destination in Wales
The appeal of Tenby as a holiday destination has been clearly highlighted in an online poll, one which declared the coastal town as the best place to holiday in Wales. Compiled by Walesonline.co.uk, thousands of people took part in stating their favourite holiday spot. The results showed that Tenby stood head and shoulders above its rivals, taking 19.5% of all votes while the Gower Peninsula reached second place with 11.4%.
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New 10-pin bowling centre opens in Carmarthen
A new 10-pin bowling alley has opened in Carmarthen, one which is sure to prove hugely popular with both locals and tourists alike. Called Xcel Bowl, the new 12-lane facility is also home to a cafe and a play and games area – a great way to keep all members of the family entertained during holidays in South Wales. On the site of a former factory in Johnstown, the facility was developed by Towy Community Church thanks to funding from the county council, Welsh Government and Big Lottery.
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Welsh councils combine to safeguard the Gower Peninsula
Three councils in South West Wales have combined to safeguard the beauty of the Gower Peninsula, ensuring that it keeps its breathtaking views for holidaymakers and locals to enjoy for years to come. Many had been worried that Gower, home to renowned beauty spots such as Rhossili Bay, could become a quarrying source for the nearby city of Swansea, with the council requiring a minimum 10-year supply of crushed rock to meet national requirements. The rock would be used primarily for road maintenance.
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Folly Farm Penguin Enclosure Officially Opens
Pembrokeshire's popular Folly Farm recently celebrated a new addition to the zoo with the unveiling of its brand new penguin enclosure. The official opening was late last week and crowds from across the country came to watch the zoo's penguins at play. Edwina Hart, Minister for Economy, Science and Transport, was the person charged with cutting the ribbon to mark the opening, helped by children from the local Tavernspite Primary School.
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Pembrokeshire awarded most Blue Flag Beaches in Wales
The picturesque region of Pembrokeshire remains top of the league when it comes to Blue Flag Beaches, boasting more than any other local authority in Wales. The stunning county, which regularly attracts thousands of holidaymakers from across the UK, has scooped 11 of the prestigious awards – the same amount as last year – adding to the highest number of Green Coast and Seaside Awards already collected.
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