The idyllic Welsh seaside town with harbour, pastel buildings and four stunning beaches
Tenby, in Pembrokeshire, has been named one of the UK's top 20 best coastal destinations - and for good reason.
The South Beach at Tenby
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There's no need to leave Wales for a stunning beach experience when our beautiful country boasts some absolutely magnificent coastal gems. And few are as picturesque as Tenby in Pembrokeshire.
This charming town, with its delightful harbour framed by candy-coloured houses, boasts no fewer than four golden beaches, alongside exceptional dining options, earning its place among the UK's top 20 premier coastal spots according to holidaycars.com.
The site noted: "Tenby is one of Wales's most popular seaside towns, but with gorgeous sandy beaches, technicolour cottages, and a delightful harbour, it deserves its recognition. The working harbour sees fishing boats come in and out, and the crisp scent of the salty sea is always hanging in the air.
The pretty pastel-coloured houses line the harbour at Tenby
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"Its maze-esque streets offer plenty for visitors, including top-notch restaurants, independent boutiques, and galleries. There are also three Blue Flag beaches nearby, and Tenby Castle Beach is a favourite.
"After exploring Tenby Castle, which sits atop Castle Hill, you can meander back down to the beach for a well-earned ice cream."
Visit Wales provides a comprehensive guide to Tenby's attractions - from the town's quartet of beaches to harbour fishing excursions and trips to neighbouring Caldey Island.
Tenby's beautiful north beach is stunning in the sunshine
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"Just 20 minutes away by boat, the holy island of Caldey Island is an oasis of calm where you can watch seabirds or relax on a tiny beach," it states.
"Owned and run by a community of Cistercian monks, it's open to the public on summer weekdays and Saturdays.
"Regular boat trips set off from Tenby Harbour (pick up your tickets from the kiosk), taking visitors straight to Priory Beach, a beautiful place for a dip in the sea and the starting point for exploring the island."
The town is also home to a museum and art gallery, a 15th-century church, an RNLI lifeboat station, and even offers ghost walks, reports the Express.
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How to get to Tenby
Tenby can be accessed by road via the A477, with a turn south onto the A478 at Kilgetty, and it's approximately a two-and-a-half-hour drive from Cardiff.
Additionally, the town benefits from frequent bus and train connections.
The closest airport is Cardiff Airport, situated about 60 miles away, while the larger Bristol Airport is roughly 88 miles away.
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